Harbour Island Restaurants

The main feature of Harbour Island's restaurants is there are plenty to choose from and they offer some of the finest food in the Bahamas. The wide variety of restaurants in such close proximity is virtually unmatched on any other Bahamian out island.

Menus range from fine cuisine to local Bahamian fare. Dress codes are usually quite casual with a few instances of semi-formal. Each restaurant has their own unique presentation of Bahamian atmosphere with many offering unforgettable views of the island and its surroundings.

This is only a partial listing of the restaurants you will find on Harbour Island. Finding the other restaurants on this small island is very easy to do - just ask around. It's even more enjoyable and rewarding to spend a few hours touring the island on a golf cart and seeing them firsthand. Ask to look at their menus when stopping by. Some post their daily specials on chalk boards at their entrance.

It is recommended to call ahead to find out what their serving times are and to make dinner reservations in advance.

All listed telephone numbers are area code 242.

Rock House Restaurant - Upscale menu in a casual yet elegant setting perched on the bluff in Dunmore Town overlooking the bay. Local dishes such as pan seared, herb crusted grouper, craw fish roasted in green basil butter and stone crab spring rolls can be enjoyed along with Bahamas' best “Frozen Goombay Smash” or Pomegranate Martini. Open 7 nights to the public. Reservations recommended.  333-2053  333-2740
Pink Sands Resort Restaurants - The cuisine at Pink Sands' casual Blue Bar and more formal Garden Terrace reflect Caribbean flavors and local ingredients. Guests visit the Blue Bar between beach sessions for lunch bites such as Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Dip or Cracked Conch. The evening Garden Terrace restaurant serves dinner fare such as Red Snapper, Pan-Roasted Grouper, “Lusca” Pepperpot-Lobster, Conch, Scallops and Mahi.  333-2030
Coral Sands Restaurant - The Terrace Restaurant has long been recognized as one of the finest in the Bahamas. With a revamped menu, the experience better than ever! The culinary prowess of the chefs, led by Executive Chef Ludovic Jarland, will satisfy the most discerning palate. The Beach Bar and Lounge provides stunning ocean views - great place to grab lunch or a mid-day snack.  333-2350
Valentines Boat House Restaurant - You will have your choice of savoring your meals on our open-air deck on the water or dine in air conditioned comfort and enjoy of our dramatic waterfront view. From our kitchens come bistro favorites and elegant seafood fare. Come evening, you never know who you'll be rubbing elbows with as our bar draws a jet-set crowd of island hoppers.  333-2142
Romora Bay Restaurants - The Hilltop Terrace Restaurant serves fresh fish and seafood, Allen Brothers Steaks, and the finest in fresh organic ingredients. Sunsets Bar & Grill serves a casual, contemporary Caribbean/Bahamian/American fare and offers the most desired spot on Harbour Island to see the sunset. The Coffee & Newspaper Shop serves the island's finest specialty coffees, espressos, and cappuccinos with free wireless internet.  333-2325
Runaway Hill Inn - Runaway Hill Inn restaurant is oceanfront dining that fuses fresh local cuisine with imported ingredients offering nouveau Caribbean exotic to ensure you a fantastic dining experience. Casual elegance defines the restaurant said by many to be the best that Harbour Island has to offer. Reservations recommended but walk-ins are welcome pending availability.  554-5402

The Harbour Lounge - Located on Bay Street. Excellent food and drinks with an excellent view of the harbour.  333-2031

Dunmore Beach Club - "Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on the romantic ocean-front outdoor terrace or presented in a formal dining room."  333-2200

The Landing - "Serves a contemporary menu based on fresh local produce and freshly caught local fish and seafood."  333-2707   

Sip Sip - Serves lunch only. Expensive but excellent food. Gorgeous view of the ocean.  333-3316

Acqua Pazza - At Harbour Island Marina. Mediterranean flair to Bahamian fish and seafood plus Italian dishes.  333-3240

Sit-down Native Restaurants – Day and Evening

Ma Ruby's - On Colebrook Street. Home of “Cheeseburger in Paradise.”  333-2161

Angela's Starfish - On north Dunmore.  333-2253

Local Restaurants on Harbour Island

Native, affordable and casual - most are lunch only but not all...

The Shack - Coral building at end Government dock; a few seats or carry it out.  333-2542

Queen Conch - Bay Street north of the dock. Conch salad only. Day only.

Sugar Rush - Pitt Street. Breakfast sandwiches, lunch and baked goods.   333-2451

Doris Dry Goods - Across from The Shack. Breakfast, sandwiches and good burgers - Morning until 5 PM.  333-2372

Avery's - On Colebrook Street. Serves Bahamian dishes daily except Tuesdays. Open all day and evenings except Tuesdays.  333-3126

Wade's Take-Away - North Bay Street near Fishermen's Dock. Recommended native food.

Harry O's - North Bay Street near Fishermen's Dock. Recommended native food.  333-2243

Breakfast on Harbour Island

Arthur's Bakery - On Dunmore Street.  333-2285

Dunmore Deli - On King Street.  333-2644