4 Best Restaurants in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

XO Bistro

$$$ Fodor's choice
Tucked into a Red Hook shopping center, this down-home eatery has a congenial atmosphere and well-prepared sandwiches, flatbreads, and entrées that make it popular with local professionals. Come early for a seat at the bar and get the scoop on local island news. Lunch features sandwiches (the tuna burger is from fresh catch rather than a can), salads, and grilled flatbreads with tasty toppings like barbecue pulled pork. There's more of the same at dinner, plus entrées such as crab-topped mahi and New York strip.

Caribbean Saloon

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Sports on wide-screen TVs and live music on weekends are two added attractions at this hip sports bar that's in the center of the action in Red Hook. The menu ranges from finger-licking barbecue ribs to more sophisticated fare, such as the signature filet mignon wrapped in bacon and smothered in melted Gorgonzola cheese. There's always a catch of the day; the fishing fleet is only steps away. A late-night menu is available from 10 pm until 4 am.

Fat Turtle

$$$

Graze on local lobster, burgers, and salads, as well as pizza baked in a stone-floored oven while gazing at the million-dollar megayachts docked right next to this hip seaside eatery. Even if you aren't hungry, stop here on Friday nights for the DJ Dance Party and Laser Light Show that starts at 10 pm.

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Navy Beach, St. Thomas

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With its colorful maritime flags, blue-and-white decor, and million-dollar views of megayachts docked just yards away, this open-air eatery has a seafood-centric menu to match its nautical theme. Small plates include tuna crudo, lump crab cakes, and shrimp ceviche, while entrée-size offerings feature soy-glazed red snapper and island-spiced blackened mahimahi. Add burgers, steaks, and pasta, and there's something for everyone. Sunday brunch, with standard eggs and pancake fare, is popular with locals. Yacht Haven Grande's cannon-studded lawn adjoins the property, where live music, themed events, and holiday celebrations happen throughout the year, giving diners a front-row view.

5403 Yacht Haven Grande, Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas, 00802, U.S. Virgin Islands
340-714–3566
Known For
  • excellent views
  • creative house cocktails
  • seafood
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Credit cards accepted