St Croix is home to an amazing array of good eats. From local West Indian street fare to fine-dining and everything in between, you’ll want to extend your vacation just to sample all of our St Croix restaurants. Don’t worry, there are plenty of fun little beach bars brimming with frozen pina coladas and daiquiris. And of course every bar stocks plenty of the world-famous Cruzan ® Rum! Price ranking based on Yelp is approximate cost per person for a meal plus tax and tip: $ – $10 and under $$ – $11 to $30 $$$ – $31 to $60 $$$$ – $61 and above
BES Craft Cocktail Lounge – Tapas and Craft Cocktails $$
Hours :: W-Sat 5pm – Midnite
(340) 713-2985
Christiansted
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Hip, trendy and sustainably crafted, BES Craft Cocktail Lounge is an absolute treat. Craft cocktails and tapas are created from farm fresh and local ingredients. Award-winning mixologist Frank Robinson makes everyone feel invited and welcome in his classic downtown eatery. Every drink and tapas plate is created is dependent on what the Earth is able to provide. Whether it comes from one of St. Croix’s local farms or was foraged out of the bush, their mission is to provide cocktails and culinary artistry that nourish the mind, body and soul connecting patrons to the magic that is St. Croix.
Le Reine Chicken Shack – Crucian Cuisine $$
Hours :: Daily 10:30am – 5pm
(340) 778-5717
Christiansted
True Island Culture and the Best Barbeque on St. Croix! If you think you’ve had mouth-watering BBQ, then we challenge you to try La Reine Chicken Shack. By word of mouth it is the best BBQ chicken on St. Croix. Its great taste comes from a special seasoning and is slow cooked with pure coal. Their full menu consists of ribs, steak, pork chops, meatloaf, conch, fish, and traditional sides like mac-n-cheese, rice and beans, and the BEST Johnny Cakes. Fresh whole roasted pork every Saturday, along with a full bar. Experience true island culture with the hospitable staff and friendly patrons, making this outdoor restaurant one of a kind. The Chicken Shack is located on Route 75 near Centerline road. DON’T MISS OUT!
balter St Croix – Fine Dining $$$
Hours :: 6pm – 10pm, Happy Hour 5pm – 7pm
Closed Sun & Wed
(340) 719-5896
Christiansted
balter delivers the perfect combination of simple elegance. Taste St. Croix in the offerings from balter’s menu which include fresh, locally sourced ingredients in the creatively composed Contemporary West Indian dishes created by award-winning chef, Digby Stridiron. Enjoy inspired craft cocktails, or choose from balter’s extensive list of wines, thoughtfully selected by Sommelier Patrick Kralik. With unparalleled service, balter is the new standard when it comes to Crucian hospitality. Dine alfresco in balter’s beautiful garden courtyard, or enjoy the air-conditioned comfort of their elegant dining room – each offering their own distinct menu. Please call for reservations.
Cibone – Fine Seafood $$$
Hours :: Thu 6pm – 10pm; Fri-Sat – 6pm 12 midnight;
Sun 10am – 4pm
(340) 719-2663
Frederiksted
Cibone is a new and exciting dining experience on King Street in Frederiksted, in the charming Limetree Courtyard, featuring local farm-fresh ingredients and wild-caught seafood! 3rd Place Entr̩e Winner, 2017 Taste of St. Croix! Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday for Dinner, 6 Р10 pm. Friday and Saturday Tapas and live jazz from 10 pm Р12 pm. Sunday Brunch, 10 am Р3 pm. Closed Tuesday and Thursday. See daily menus on Facebook.
Rhythms at Rainbow Beach $$
Hours :: Daily 11am – Sunset
(340) 772-0002
Frederiksted
Looking for a fun, yet relaxing bar & restaurant on the most beautiful beach around – and a whole lot more? Spend the day at Rhythms at Rainbow Beach in Frederiksted on St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands. Rhythms at Rainbow Beach is run by cool people who make the best drinks! Consistently recognized among the top bars & restaurants in St. Croix, Rhythms at Rainbow Beach is the ideal place to imagine yourself relaxing on the beach with a frozen drink in your hand or a lively day out with your friends. They put their heart and soul into creating an island experience you’ll remember – a setting the locals have come to adore over the past 30 years! You can’t say you’ve been to St. Croix until you have been to Rhythms at Rainbow Beach!
The New Deep End Bar & Grill – $$
Hours :: Daily 7am – 10pm
(340) 718-7071
Christiansted
The New Deep End Bar & Grill has become the new hot spot to be on St Croix. Voted the Best Marina Bar And the Best Entertainment Bar for 2014. The New Deep End is a casual yet classy beach bar with a beautiful view of the Caribbean Sea, white sand beaches and an abundance of friendly faces. Both locals and visitors alike enjoy the wonderful ambiance and yummy food. The menu and entertainment caters to locals and tourists as well as the young and the old! Crab races on Friday nights has the little ones as well as their grandparents cheering on their hand picked crabs to victory!
Zion Modern Kitchen – $$$
Hours :: Tues – Sun 5pm – 10pm
(340) 773-9466
Christiansted
Simple food. Quality sources. Made with love. Zion Modern Kitchen offers a back-to-basics approach in their kitchen by utilizing local, seasonal ingredients, local seafood, and fresh, sustainably raised foods. A collaboration of old and new ideas, techniques, and dishes, Zion makes their own pasta, ricotta cheese, and fresh bread in-house. In addition to a full bar, Zion features unique, handcrafted cocktails showcasing local herbs, roots, and house-made syrups and bitters. The attentive staff at Zion ensure that each meal, and each customer, are treated with love and respect. Featuring beautiful courtyard seating, and a welcoming atmosphere.