Ocean Two Resort & Residences, Barbados dining

Panorama Roof Deck Bar

Towering eight stories above the beach and the Atlantic Ocean, Ocean Two’s rooftop bar, Panorama, offers truly unparalleled views in every direction. If the elegant bar with the spectacular view is not enough, guests will be tempted by the plunge pool to help keep them cool. This is the only rooftop patio bar in Barbados, and it offers gorgeous views of the sunset. Careful observers may be fortunate enough to catch the famous green flash at the moment the sun sinks beyond the horizon. After sunset, the twinkling lights of Oistins Bay and the island beyond make the perfect backdrop for a romantic evening. The bar is open from 5:00 pm until 11:00 pm, and this is an adults only area.

Panorama – Dover, Christ Church St. Lawrence Gap, Christ Church, Barbados (866) 599-6674

Quench Swim-Up Pool Bar

While spending a lazy day in the gorgeous pool at Ocean 2, guests will certainly work up a thirst. There is no need here for visitors to leave the pool area for drinks and treats here, however, because Quench is right in the pool! There is both swim-up and walk-up access to this cute and fun poolside bar. Orders may be delivered by the friendly wait-staff at your lounge chair, or, if you are spending the afternoon at the beach, flag service is available there as well.

Quench – Dover, Christ Church St. Lawrence Gap, Christ Church, Barbados (866) 599-6674

Who doesn't love a swim-up bar?

Oasis Lounge & Bar

For a break from a long day of island exploration and beachside play, Ocean 2’s ‘O’Asis is an inviting retreat. The friendly atmosphere of the Lobby Lounge is highlited by the rich, glowing onyx bar. Plush chairs and crescent sofas provide comfortable and companionable seating, ideal for a romantic sojourn or for a meeting with new or old friends. Before- and after- dinner drinks are great here, and a light menu, suitable for quick bites and snacks is always available. Open from 5:00 pm until 11:00 pm every day.

‘O’Asis - Dover, Christ Church St. Lawrence Gap, Christ Church, Barbados (866) 599-6674

Service

Taste

Chef Thomas Harris of Josef’s fame uprooted and moved to Taste, Ocean Two’s premier restaurant. Continuing his growth and the cultivation of his already stellar reputation, Chef Harris marries the magnificent local seafood and produce with classical European and Asian cooking techniques and presentations to make Taste a very special dining destination on Barbados. Reservations are highly recommended.

Taste - Ocean 2 Hotel & Residences, Dover, Christ Church St. Lawrence Gap, Christ Church, Barbados (866) 599-6674

Fresh decor

McBride's Pub & Cookhouse

If you are on Barbados and in the mood for a 20 oz. pint of Guinness or Murphy’s or nut brown ale at midnight, there is only one place to go! McBride’s is the singular authentic Irish pub in Barbados. Located in the very heart of St. Lawrence Gap, the nightlife center of the island, McBride’s is conveniently close to a number of local resorts as well as restaurants and entertainments, making an ideal evening stop-off. Food specials that change nightly feature such classic pub grub as pizzas, fresh fish plates, steaks, and curry.

The entertainment varies nightly and includes DJ driven parties, Reggae night, live music nights, and Saturday night dances that go on until everyone goes home. Hours at McBride’s are after 5:00 pm until sometime after 2:30 am. Dress is casual and the restaurant is family friendly, though no one under the age of 16 is allowed after 11:00 pm.

McBride's Pub & Cookhouse

Christ Church, St. Lawrence Gap (246) 420-7645 http://www.mcbridesbarbados.com

Too much fun

Paulo's Churrasco do Brazil

A Churrasco is a Brazilian style steak house offering a variety of cuts of open-fire cooked beef. Paulo’s has an exceptional variety of beef available to diners, offering 14 different cuts nightly. The magnificent beef is served with a salad bar that includes a number of hot Brazillian dishes. The meal is all you can eat, and it includes fresh homemade desserts, and it all comes to $49.99 US. The meat and sides keep coming until you turn your table card to the red side that tells the service staff that you have had enough.

Paulo’s Churrasco Do Brazil
Christ Church, St. Lawrence Gap
(246) 428-6767 www.paulos.bb

Brazilian style grilling at Paulo's in Barbados

Oistins

On Friday evenings, the place you want to be is the south-coast fishing village of Oistins. The huge street festival featuring barbecued chickens and all varieties of fresh fish hot from the grill has become a Barbados institution. This is the ultimate dining venue for families with kids. Dining is done at roadside picnic tables, the servings are huge, and at approximately $10 per person, the price is absolutely right.

Oistins Fish Fry, Oistins, Christ Church

Bar serving up cold drinks at the Oistins Friday Night Fish Fry

Scotties Bar

The front of the restaurant calls this little place “Scotties” but the phone book, and many other references, call it Scotty’s. This is a local carry-out restaurant with a few tables outside where diners may choose to unpack their food and dine. On an island that caters so thoroughly to visitors, Scotties is a refreshing change, being a hangout where you will always find locals noshing and talking about the pressing matters of the day – namely, cricket.

The food is local style home cooking and though the menu changes daily, visitors have to try their “Pie”, a local macaroni and cheese affair, for which they use several subtly different recipes, so every night you will get something a little different.

Scotties, Christ Church, St. Lawrence Gap (246) 428-9070

"Pie"

KFC Barbados

Sometimes on vacation, even in a Caribbean paradise, you crave a taste of home, and what better taste of home is there than good old Kentucky Fried Chicken? Dinners with the famous Original Recipe created by Harlan Sanders, or the Extra Crispy variety are always available along with incomparable biscuits and side dishes like mashed potatoes and gravy, coleslaw, and corn on the cob.

KFC www.kfcbds.com

Quick meal

Champers

If you crave an elegant setting with elevated foods in casually elegant atmosphere, Champers is the place you want to go. This is a setting for popping “the question” or for celebrating a special day. The ever-changing menu includes such classics as Grilled or Sautéed Sea Scallops, Herb Crusted Racks of Lamb, and Broiled Mussels on the Half Shell. The wine list is large and includes seasonal selections, stellar labels from around the world, and, as the restaurant’s name implies, a festive variety of Champagnes and other sparkling wines.

Champers Restaurant and Wine Bar, Skeets Hill, Christ Church, (246) 434-3463 www.champersbarbados.com

Outside

Chefette

Chefette is Barbados’ own home-grown fast food chain. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is served, and though a chain, there is local flavor to be had here. Roti is a favorite made from a choice of meats and potatoes and spicy curry. In addition, guests will find burgers, chicken sandwiches, fried chicken, pizza, vegetarian options, and a rich selection of ice cream desserts are available. The quality is great, and the food is fast and familiar.

Chefette Harbour Road, Bridgetown, Barbados, (246) 430-3300, www.chefette.com