Dining on St. John is a pure joy as the island offers a variety of restaurants offering a variety of cuisines in a variety of price ranged. Indeed, on this tiny island visitors can find something tasty no matter what their budget.
Dining on the island is typically relaxed and informal. Only a few restaurants require a jacket and tie. Generally, men should wear slacks and a shirt with buttons and women should wear pants or a casual sundress in the evenings.
The Asolare restaurant is one of the most special restaurants on the island. Asolare translates into "leisurely passing the time". Be sure to make reservations arched of time and secure a table on the balcony overlooking the town of Cruz Bay and one of the most magnificent views from the island. The chef offers a wonderful blend of contemporary Asian fusion with some fiery Thai flavors.
The Fish Trap has been around for over 20 years delighting diners with some of the freshest seafood at surprisingly reasonable prices. The restaurant is casual and comfortable and offers a covered patio setting for alfresco dining or you can chose to eat in their air-conditioned bar.
La Tapa is a restaurant featuring eclectic dishes in a bistro like atmosphere. The owner offers a changing menu of wonderful soups, tapas and exceptional desserts. The food is Mediterranean and Spanish inspired.
The Lime Inn is another fixture in Cruz Bay that has been around for over twenty years. It is a charming open air-restaurant that offers enormous portions and fabulous service. The restaurant offers fresh fish and seafood, great pasta dishes, juicy burgers and decadent desserts. Wednesday night is all you can eat shrimp-go hungry and go early!
Le Chateau de Bordeaux is located high up in a romantic spot atop Bordeaux Mountain with exceptional views. The interiors feature wrought iron chandeliers, fine linens and Victorian antiques. Fine gourmet dining and reservations are highly recommended.
Chole and Bernards offers one of the best dining experiences in the Virgin Islands. It's renowned chefs prepare nightly specials featuring fresh island fish, steaks and a variety of inventive options.
The Caneel Bay Resort is another great spot for dining. Visitors can choose from three of their restaurants. The elegant Turtle Bay restaurant offers romantic dining and candlelit tables. The popular Equator Restaurant is located on the grounds of a former sugar mill and offers exceptional views of the Caribbean and twinkling lights of St. Thomas and an eclectic menu of Caribbean fusion cuisine. The Caneel Bay Beach Terrace is the place to be for one of their sumptuous lunch or brunch buffets or their weekly Grand Buffet. All meals feature the finest cuisine. Lighter fare may be enjoyed in the Caneel Bay Beach Bar.
Casual Italian fare may be enjoyed at Cafe Roma. Located upstairs in Cruz Bay, diners can enjoy wonderful pizza and pasta dishes in a casual atmosphere.
Villas Caribe is a villa rental agency that offers exceptional private villa rentals on the island of St. John. The villas make a wonderful base from which to explore this tiny and unspoiled island. Villa guests may, also, choose to dine in and take advantage of the exceptional markets and offerings and prepare their own home cooked meals. Alternatively, for a completely pampered experience Villas Caribe's concierge service can arrange for private chefs to come to the villas for a special evening.
Avalon is a spacious five bedroom villa that is an ideal choice for large families or groups. The villa is located in Chocolate Hole just a few minutes drive from the restaurants in Cruz Bay and famous National Park beaches. IT offers wonderful views from it's perch high on Maria Bluff. Spacious and tastefully decorated with a private pool, Avalon is sure to please. http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/avalon-stj
For couples or small families, the cozy Beach Walk property is a water lovers dream. It is located just twenty paces from the shoreline where exceptional snorkeling may be enjoyed. The villa offers two equal air-conditioned bedrooms with baths and a private hot tub for additional enjoyment. http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/beach-walk
Cocotier is a luxurious villa located on a hillside above the Caribbean Sea. The deluxe property features four bedrooms and is set within the upscale and gated community of the Virgin Grand Estates. The villa serves as an exceptional base for a St. John vacation and offers all of the comforts of home with an elegant island twist. Fully air-conditioned, the villa is tastefully decorated and furnished with exotic teak and mahogany pieces form throughout the world. Each bedroom has a private bath that offers tumbled marble accents and showers that open to the sea. Outside there is a private swimming pool and spa. http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/cocotier
Visitors seeking the utmost in luxury will be right at home at the new Hawksview Estate. The property is located on five acres within the Virgin Islands National Park boundaries and provides a panorama of breathtaking views. The views stretch from ST. Thomas and the Caribbean Sea to the west, the deep blue Atlantic Ocean to the north and to the nearby British Virgin Islands in the east. The villa offers superior architecture and captures the essence of old world sophistication and charm with it's exposed beam ceilings and arched windows and doors. Details include rich mahogany woodwork, Bulgarian limestone and Italian marble floors and a stylish mix of Caribbean and European furnishings. The villa offers four bedrooms suites, each with an en-suite bath and all with stunning views. Other amenities include a fitness room and home theater complete with a 51 inch Sony flat screen TV and DVD player with surround sound. Outside is a spacious furnished verandah overlooking the private, expansive private swimming pool. http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/hawksview-
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