Antigua Food

Antigua features plenty of dining options, but look carefully for local fare

West Indian Delicacies

Antigua's restaurants cater to a variety of tastes, from Italian and eclectic continental to traditional West Indian cuisine.

Around much of the island, menus are geared toward tourists and offer typical Euro-American style food, but if you prefer to sample Antigua's native fare, you'll have no trouble finding a restaurant that serves up local specialties. And, although you will only find a few fast food restaurants, they do exist.

However, travelers should note one important fact: Freestanding restaurants are diminishing in Antigua. Where fine dining once prevailed, many travelers have found all-inclusive resorts own the majority of the restaurants. Further, many restaurants are turning away from local cuisines, in favor of more tourist-friendly dishes.

Meals tend to range in price from $10(USD) to $20(USD), though budget-conscious travelers can find meals for as little as $5(USD). A night of fine dining out on the town can cost up to $70(USD) at some of Antigua's finest restaurants. Some restaurants quote their prices in E.C. dollars, some in U.S. dollars, and others will include quotes for both.

No matter what you're looking for in a trip to Antigua, dining will be the least of your worries.


Print this Article Bookmark and Share
Print   Return to Normal View