4 Best Restaurants in Anguilla

As the only steak house on the island, D Richard's just off the golf course at Aurora Anguilla hits all the marks expected with the classic cuisine. Large high-quality steaks made in a Josper oven, comforting side dishes, beautifully made salads (using greens and produce from the property's hydroponic garden) grace the menu. Martinis (and other cocktails) are made ice cold to your liking and the wine cellar features so many options that an iPad is brought to your table allowing you to glance through the offerings easily. During the day lighter lunch fare (think steak sandwiches and eggplant milanese) is served and grab n' go breakfast is available for those with early tee times.

A charming owner, a gorgeous oceanfront location, sophisticated and original food, and friendly service are why this stylish restaurant on the beautiful Meads Bay has been in business since the mid-1990s. Whether for breakfast, lunch, late afternoon snack, or dinner, you will find appealing, tasty, and fresh choices to mix up or share. Try the lobster johnnycake Benedict for breakfast, the big-eye-tuna flatbread carpaccio for lunch, and the curried goat for dinner. Fish of the day is truly caught that day, and vegetarians and kids find many options, too. The coconut curry cauliflower comes highly recommended. The view of the stunning beach just a few feet away makes it difficult to leave this restaurant after your meal. The good news is that you don' t have to. Take a lounge chair and umbrella and stay for drinks, where the friendly beach service makes sure you won't have to lift a finger. 

Part of the neighboring Malliouhana Resort, this trendy beach shack has a local, laid-back atmosphere. Have lunch on the colorful benches or sit in comfortable lounge chaises under bright umbrellas while you enjoy Thai-inspired island cuisine. From lobster pizza to shrimp pad Thai, there are no misses on this menu. On the weekend, dance under the stars with your toes in the sand to music by local bands, and witness the spectacular sunsets on Meads Bay. 

Tasty and shareable small plates, a friendly beach vibe, and gorgeous sunsets are on offer here, as are cool music, gentle prices, and potent tropical cocktails. The menu changes seasonally, but it always features tapas brought to a new level, usually traditional foods prepared in unconventional ways. Favorites include arugula and watermelon salad, mahimahi in a spicy garlic tomato sauce, pulled-pork sliders, and tuna poke with crispy wontons. Try the banana rum. This is different and highly satisfying fare.