DINING IN CRUZ BAY . . .Restaurants, Snackbars, Delis and Markets ~ Start your day with Huevos Rancheros at JJs on the plaza, have some great soup midday at the cybercafe The Quiet Mon or lunch overlooking the beach at one of the Wharfside Village restaurants.

After shopping the unique shops at Mongoose Junction stop for a drink and snack at the Mongoose Restaurant or dine on the deck of the Paradiso. If it is a Wednesday you could dine on Sushi at the Tamarind Inn, Soul Food, Greek Food and other menus are offered on other nights. The Stone Terrace is a good choice for fine dining, as is ZoZo's or La Tapa or others, Cruz Bay is so full of great eating spots choosing may be difficult.

DINING AROUND THE ISLAND | CRUZ BAY DINING | CORAL BAY DINING | CATERING

CRUZ BAY DINING [click on map to enlarge]

1 ... Banana Deck ~ (340) 693-5055

2 ... Stone Terrace ~ (340) 693-9370 ... a short walk from the dock and housed in a beautiful native stone building ... a most pleasing ambiance, exquisite service, and an extensive wine list ... alfresco bar serving an array of fabulous appetizers, cocktails and an expensive wine list.

3 ... The Fishtrap ~ (340) 693-9994 ... Raintree Inn ... tropical patio... fresh fish specials ... early bird specials ‘til 6:30 PM.

4 ... Panini Beach Trattoria ~ (340) 693-9119 ... Wharfside Village ... steps from the ferry dock ... beachside location ... regional Italian cuisine ... new dishes often ... daily pasta and seafood specials.

4 ... The Beach Bar ~ (340) 714-0516 ... Wharfside Village

4 ... Paradise Café ... Wharfside Village ... tropical sidewalk cafe ... fruit smoothies ... coffee shop ... fresh food and cool treats

4 ... Mama Mia Pizzaria & Mini Mart ~ (340) 693-5227 ... Wharfside Village ... Open 24 hours ... breakfast, lunch, dinner ... pizza ... mini-mart... beer & wine.

5 ... Sosa's Restaurant ~ (340) 693-8881 ...
up the street from banks ... Latin flavor ... Latin fun ... open daily 11 AM - midnight

7 ... Duffy's Love Shack ~ (340) 776-6065 ... burgers ... happy hour ... home of the volcano

8 ... JJ's Texan ~ Tex Mex & American ... breakfast, lunch and dinner ... in the plaza facing the ferries.

9 ... La Tapa ~ (340) 693-7755 ... Lively downtown bistro ... Fresh, light, delicious bites to eat and dinners ... live jazz Monday nights.

10 ... The Lime Inn ~ (340) 776-6425 ... casual but great dining ... tropical garden setting ... grilled local lobster, steaks, fish ... lunch 10:30 AM - 3 PM ... dinner: 5:30 PM- 10 PM ... Wednesday night all-you-can-eat shrimp fest.

11 ... Margaritas ~ (340) 693-8400 ... coastal Mexican eatery featuring Mexibbean cuisine ... six types of Margaritas ... eat in or to go.

12 ... Mongoose Restaurant ~(340) 693-8677 ... Mongoose Junction ... serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch ... home cooked meals in unique garden atmosphere.

12 ... Global Village Cuisine On Latitude 18 -(340) 693-8677... open air garden dining ... fresh fish ... breakfast, lunch and dinner ... 8:30 AM - 10 PM

13... Morgan's Mango~ (340) 693-8141
Caribbean Dining... dinner only ... 5:30 PM to 10 PM

14 ... Chilly Billy's ~ (340) 693-8708 ... Lumberyard Complex ... breakfast & lunch served until 2:30 PM.

14 ... 10 Tables ~ (340) 693-7399 ... dinner only. . . reservations

15 ... Paradiso ~ (340) 693-8899 ... Mongoose Junction ... overlooking Cruz Bay Harbor on St. John ... Innovative Contemporary American Cuisine ... children's menu.

16 ... Polli's Mexican Restaurant ~ (340) 775-4550 ... Lumberyard Complex ... view of the Battery and St. Thomas in the distance ... bar ... inside, on balcony or take out.

17... Sogo's Restaurant ~ (340) 779-4404 ... West Indian and American Cuisine.

18... Café Roma ~ (340) 776-6524 ... chicken, veal, & seafood entrees ... specialty pies or pizza by the slice ... nightly specials.

19... Cyber Celtic Café/Quiet Mon Pub ~ (340) 779-4799 ... lunch menu ... freshly made sandwiches ... daily specials ... the best mashed potatoes in town!

20... Woody's Seafood Saloon ... snacks and meals ... watch the town go by during happy hour ... inside or sidewalk service.

22... Comfees ... local West Indian food, pates ... cold drinks.

23... Tamarind Court ~ (340) 776-6378... breakfast 7 AM - 11 AM, Sundays 7 AM - 12 Noon ... dinner 5 PM till 9 PM ... Greek, Japanese, Soul Food and prime rib served different nights of the week.

24... Bamboo Grille (340) 774-4112 ... Asian flavor from Japan, China and Thailand... prepared daily... lunch and dinner ... take out or eat in ... catering

25... Fred's Patio ... across from Lemon Tree Complex ... West Indian lunch and dinner ... bar ... THE place for local bands and dancing, check schedule.

26... Joe's Famous Diner ~ (340) 776-6888 ... streetside deck ... french fries ... clubs and subs ... crispy chicken ... cheese burgers ... smoothies ... Since 1972.

27... Front Yard ... across from ballpark ...Pool tables & darts ... grill... bar ... lots of great live entertainment.

28 ... Love City Café ... fresh ground Millstone coffee ... fresh baked pastries ... giant bagels with smoked salmon ... all natural smoothies

29 ... Our Market Fruit Stand ~ 693-9160 ... in the heart of town ... smoothies ... ice cream & banana splits .. .fruit baskets & platters ... open 8 AM - 7 PM

30 ... Katilady Vegetarian Deli ~ (340) 693-8500

31 ... Sun Dog Café & Gecko Gazebo ~ (340) 693-8340 ... Mongoose Junction ... creative lunches and cocktails ... outdoor seating ... happy hour ... munchies.

32 ... Baked in the Sun ~ (340) 693-8786 ..., Marketplace ... full service bakery ... Pizza, soups, deli sandwiches ... Mon.- Sat: 6:30 AM - 9 PM

33 ... Northshore Deli ~ (340) 693-8677 ... Mongoose Junction ... the oldest and most extensive deli on the island of St. John ... fresh meats, tabhouli, and pasta salads ... imported cheeses, wines, beers, .picnic supplies, catered platters ... 7 days a week.

34 ... Starfish Market ~ (340) 779-4949 ... The Market Place ... Full service supermarket ... hot & cold deli.

36 ... Dolphin Gourmet Supermarket ~ (340) 776-5322 ... Boulon Center ... extensive selection of prepared foods, top-quality meats ... delicious wines... catering especially to visitors who have chosen villa-style accommodations ... 7 AM - 10 PM daily.

37... C & D Bakery ~ Lumberyard Complex ... cake, donuts ... much more.

38 ... Uncle Joe's Barbecue ~ (340) 693-8806 ... across the street from the Post Office ... barbecue chicken, ribs, or steak ... cooked on the grill ... dinner... eat in or take out.

39 ... Nature's Nook ~ across from car barges ... local fresh vegetables & fruits ... cold drinks.

41 ... Pine Peace Market ~ (340) 693-8725... South Shore Rd... groceries.. conveniences

42 ... St. John Ice Company ~ (340)693-8825 ... Lumberyard Complex ... where we all get our ice and drinking water ... bags or blocks of ice ... refill drinking water containers.

43 ... Oscar's Convenience Market ~ (340)776-6193 ... fully stocked ... good prices.

Catering:

An alternative to dining out is dining in. Have a taste of paradise on the deck of your villa, overlooking night fall from your private deck. Catering to your whims and fancies are several companies:

Room Service ~ (340) 693-7362 ... Chef Seamus Mulcare ... romantic dinner for two ... intimate party for a dozen ... prepared in the privacy of your own villa ... cocktail parties & receptions ... US & Europe Certified.

Katilady Catering ~ (340) 693-8500

Simple Feast ~ 714-7989, Palm Plaza, Grocery, Deli, wine spirits, in house catering.
7 am - 7 pm, 7 days.