St.Lucia: Restaurant guide

St. Lucia is a food lover's island and offers something for all tastes -- from Caribbean specialties to international cuisine inspired by French, British and American influences.
Here's a sampling of the island's many exceptional restaurants.

Green Parrot (Castries): The green parrot is St. Lucia's most prestigious restaurant. It is tucked away on the hillside of Morne Fortune and has a superb panoramic view of the Caribbean sea, the harbour and the capital city of Castries.
Tel: 452 3399

Caribbees (Castries): Creole cooking at its best in intimate tranquil surroundings. Open for lunch from 12:30pm. Open for dinner; reservations required.
Tel: 452-4767

The Oriental (Reduit Beach): At the Rex St Lucia offers exquisite cuisine from China, Japan, India and Thailand. Prepared and presented by chef Adil Sherwani of Bombay. So come and enjoy exotic tastes of the far east.
Tel: 452-8351

Bang (Soufriere): Located on the waterfront between the pitons, Bang gives new life to the St. Lucian village. This restaurant and rumshop is a unique array of relocated country homes. Enjoy mouth watering yields from the Ye Jerk Pit - a true Caribbean BBQ. The best way to get there by boat.
Tel: 459-7864

Razmataz Restaurant (Rodney Bay): St Lucia's first Tandoori Indian restaurant situated opposite the Royal St Lucian Hotel, Rodney Bay. Set in a patio garden with tables set along a covered veranda. East Indian furnishings and decor give it that authentic atmosphere.
Tel: 452-9800

Bistro (Rodney Bay): Seafood is the specialty at this waterfront restaurant on Rodney Bay.
Tel: 452-9494

The Shack (Marigot Bay): Serving a international cuisine with local flavour, including seafoods, pastas, meats and local dishes. Happy hour from 17.00 to 19.00, with two for one and plenty of good cheer. Open for lunch and dinner.
Tel: 451-4145

Il Pirata (Vieux fort): Relaxing beachfront restaurant offering authentic Italian cuisine and pizza. Extensive selection of Italian wines also available.
Tel: 451-6610