5 Best Restaurants in The Exumas, Bahamas

For the freshest—and according to locals, best—conch salad and the coldest beer, look for the splatter-painted seaside shack a stone's throw from Grand Isle Resort. Big D catches the conch right outside the restaurant, and the salads are often prepared in front of customers. Other seafood favorites include grilled snapper, cracked conch, and coconut shrimp. You also can't get a better water view than here, and the beach is great; bring a swimsuit.

Blu on the Water is a must-have dining experience when visiting Great Exuma. Chef Ty Wong has crafted a delicious fusion of Asian and Bahamian dishes that will sweep you into culinary heaven. The dining room offers a stunning view of Elizabeth Harbour, and that coupled with the quiet ambience make it one of the most romantic restaurants in Exuma.

Sip on a cucumber cooler drink while taking in the stunning ocean views at this idyllic, open-air restaurant located at February Point. The menu is varied with a range of Bahamian favorites, along with steak, pasta, and seafood dishes — complemented by a well-stocked bar. You can choose to dine indoors or outdoors and bask in the views of Elizabeth Harbour. After your meal, take advantage of the beach chairs and relax by the infinity pool.

The fusion of Caribbean and Bahamian spices, fresh seafood, and the tropical outdoor setting is not to be missed at Palapa. This poolside restaurant serves three meals a day and offers a stunning view of the ocean. The extensive menu features American classics and Bahamian specialties, with a few international dishes like hummus, poke bowls, and pasta also in the mix. There's also a fun drink menu featuring many frozen specials that complement the food. 

This waterfront restaurant serves up Bahamian specialties such as cracked conch, fresh grouper, snapper, and grilled lobster, with homemade bread. A dinner bell rings when dinner is ready and diners move from the bar to the dining room. You must place your dinner order by 4 pm.