Providenciales

Providenciales, known locally as Provo, is an island in the Turks and Caicos archipelago, in the Atlantic Ocean. It’s ringed by soft, sandy beaches, many of them on the north coast. These include expansive Grace Bay Beach, a water sports hub with resorts, shops and restaurants. The island's snorkel sites include Smith’s Reef and Bight Reef. The turquoise lagoon of Chalk Sound National Park is dotted with tiny cays.
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Located in Turks and Caicos, Da Conch Shack is a renowned restaurant offering a variety of conch dishes, including the national favorite cracked conch. In addition to conch prepared in various styles such as stew and fritters, the menu also features lobster, jerk ribs, and vegetable curry. This beachside eatery has been recognized by BBC as one of the world's best beach restaurants.
From when we were greeted to when we left, service was great, all smiles very inviting. We got the conch fritters to start, since I heard they were all the rave here. Small plate of conch fritters came with 6. Each were very good size, very filling in themselves ($10.00). We ordered the local Turks head lager (I believe they were $7.00 a piece). For our meal we got the Jerk Chicken ($28.00 each), came with red beans and rice, coleslaw and a very nice serving of chicken. The sauce that came on the side was a great balance to all the flavors. While we were eating we were able to see one of the associates go out and hunt for conch, very cool, wish I got a closer look but I was too busy enjoy this delicious meal. Left with full belly’s and happy hearts, now time to go relax and enjoy the rest of the island. Definitely coming back! Notes: Gratuity was included in the bill. Bill came to about $113, so plan accordingly. They do accept card (we paid with cash). They have souvenirs stands outside closer to the beach with hand crafted items. If you don’t like a bartering interaction avoid, unless you’re truly looking to buy something.
AG F — Google review
This TCI institution is worth the trip. You literally sit on the beach a few feet from the rolling waves. Very cool!! Great vibe. Great food. Ice cold beer. Enjoy the conch, a brew and the view!
Barton — Google review
Had a great time at Da Conch. Ambience was what made the place. Location is right in the beach! Very beautiful and a great place for dinner. I liked the jerk chicken wings. We also ordered the strip and lobster. Which was delicious. Nailed it with the homemade Mac n cheese.
Jamie M — Google review
Went to Conch Shack later in the evening as the sun was setting. We didn’t have a reservation and ended up in a great seat. Much of the seating was set on the beach for a beautiful dinner view with a nice breeze. We ordered a rum punch pitcher which got us feeling very buzzed. We started with Crack Conch as the appetizer which was delicious. Similar to calamari. For our dinner we ordered the local fish which was grouper our evening which was so good. We also ordered the jerk chicken and it also was very authentic in the Caribbean. There was a DJ there our night playing 2000’s R&B and the customers all around were loving it. Overall a great dinner and would recommend.
Matt — Google review
Just a Tourist Trap!!! No you cannot see the sunset from here. No its not at all quiet No the food the really bad, so bad that it comes out cold. No the drinks are pathetic and every drink tastes the same. Yes you get to sit on tables on the sand Yes the hostess was very sweet to get us a table much earlier than our reservation. Save yourself some trouble and time and mostly money cause it’s expensive as hell for no reason at all.
Mayur B — Google review
A must stop on your trip to Turks & Caicos! Beautiful scenery. Great atmosphere. Friendly staff. Great food. The best conch we have ever had. Definitely a must try.
Erica F — Google review
Beautiful place, but the food and drinks were really disappointing,both tasted bad and were overpriced. None of the dishes we ordered were enjoyable, and they only accepted cash, which was quite strange. The chicken was also undercooked. We ended up paying $170 USD and didn’t enjoy the meal at all.
Asena H — Google review
Overrated and overpriced! People hyped this place up. You should experience but don’t expect too much. The waitress cant barely walk. She is horrible with bringing our order. They don’t clean the table after the appetizer. $29 for this.
Q L — Google review
Blue Hills Rd, TKCA 1ZZ, Turks & Caicos Islandshttp://daconchshack.com/+1 649-946-8877Tips and more reviews for Da Conch Shack
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Coco Bistro, located in the heart of Grace Bay in Providenciales, is a top-notch eatery offering fresh local cuisine. The restaurant has seen an increase in vegan diners and has adapted by offering dishes that can be customized to suit vegan preferences. While the menu doesn't have permanent vegan items, there are options like locally grown salads, Thai red vegetable curry, and homemade sorbets with flavors such as Haitian mango and Dominican pineapple.
Great dinning experience, beautiful setting and delicious cocktails. Very cool glasses for the drinks. The service was great, we sat in the bar area, highly recommend if you can't get a reservation. The fish and shrimp dish were best meals we had on island. The show stopper was the lobster Spring roll! Dang it was delicious.
Christopher G — Google review
This is a TOP TIER restaurant on the island. Maybe it was just our server, Jamie, but we had the best experience at Coco Bistro. The food was delectable and portions were perfect. Atmosphere was so relaxing and invigorating at the same time. Seriously just being there put a smile on my face. The service was fast and the food was wonderful.
Yadon W — Google review
This is our favorite restaurant in Turks and Caicos! We were here 10 years ago for our honeymoon and it was our favorite meal; still holds true today! We went there this past week with our friends who have never been and everything was amazing! Food, atmosphere, and service were all exceptional. Our server even brought over a plate for our anniversary of this amazing vanilla bean ice cream. That might have been the best part. Can’t wait to go back next time we are on the island!
Katelyn W — Google review
Glad we made the decision to leave our hotel property to dine at Coco Bistro! It was the best dining experience of all the places we went to while visiting Grace Bay! The best service, food, drinks and atmosphere! Congratulations on this very successful beautiful restaurant!
Trisha L — Google review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌴 🥥 Coco Bistro is an absolute gem in Turks and Caicos! The ambiance is nothing short of magical—dining under the stars surrounded by towering palm trees creates an unforgettable tropical atmosphere. They’ve clearly put thought into guest comfort too, with fans circulating throughout the property and individual table fans to help keep bugs at bay, huge plus! 🙏 We were lucky enough to visit during lobster 🦞 season, and it did not disappoint. The lobster was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. The service was decent, but for $150 per person, I expected just a bit more attentiveness. One thing to be aware of if you're in a large group, they don’t allow itemized checks, only split totals, which can make things a bit tricky. 😀 That said, the experience as a whole was outstanding. Plenty of parking available too, though many folks seemed to walk or get dropped off. Definitely worth a visit for the food, the vibe, and the setting. I'd absolutely go back! ☀️
Zach J — Google review
We had an excellent dinner at Coco Bistro - it was arguably the best meal we had during our entire stay at Grace Bay area. The service was friendly and attentive, and everyone was nice and accommodating. The only negative experience the whole night was the host was a bit unfriendly and didn’t appear interested in helping in any way. He was only concerned with doing whatever he was doing on his tablet. Fortunately, someone else was willing to help us out, and he ensured we were seated without a reservation. We ordered our drinks pretty quickly, including a lemon drop martini that was great. For dinner, we had the main meal special, the Slow Braised Wagyu Beef Cheek, as well as a beef and veal rigatoni bolognese. They were accommodating in being able to offer gluten-free pasta too! A bread basket was provided to start and wow, this stole the show. The bread rolls stuffed with cheese were amazing. The entrees were excellent as well - the pasta was delicious with the veal and beef bits, and the beef cheek was so tender. We did order fries as well, and they were great. Portion size was reasonable. For dessert, we were surprised by an anniversary vanilla ice cream cup. It really made our night and speaks to the level of service that we had all night. We truly enjoyed our dinner experience and meal, and would highly recommend this place!
Tee O — Google review
We had a nice visit to Coco Bistro. It is a more upscale dining experience, however I’d say relative to some other upscale options on the island the restaurant environment doesn’t 100% match the food vibe. We ordered Tuna Tartare and Salmon Rice Cakes for an app. These were awesome. We ordered the Wagyu Sirloin and the Lamb Rack for dinner and felt they left a little more to be desired. Though the sirloin was cooked well internally the exterior was well charred and had a bitter taste. Also was a little tough. Overall good food though. We would eat again. It was very hot the night we went and the dining area is pretty secluded in the trees so you get no breeze. Many guests were hot. Not the restaurants fault but something you should prepare for definitely. We saw some guests standing in front of the portable outside AC’s and going to the restroom to cool off. The island is warm so again can’t blame the restaurant but do plan accordingly. We would attend again but not before some other dining options personally.
Matt — Google review
Always such a fun dining experience. The cocktails were excellent, crispy sushi was 100% and they easily catered the menu to some dietary needs in our group. Fabulous!!
Jordan A — Google review
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Grace's Cottage Restaurant, located in Providenciales, is a romantic beachfront dining spot named after Grace Hutchings. The restaurant offers an intimate and elegant atmosphere with indoor seating featuring a mahogany bar and teak tables, as well as outdoor options under gazebos or on the terrace. The menu highlights seafood specialties like Snapper Provencale and Grilled Turks and Caicos Grouper, along with poultry, meat, pastas, and vegetarian dishes.
This was one of the best meals on our trip, in a beautiful garden setting with a very friendly and attentive server, Watson. I know there have been some mixed reviews on service but Watson gave us no doubt on service excellence, we did not have to wait for anything! The conch chowder was tied for the best on the island and well worth trying. My wife's tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the portions were very generous. I had the duck confit cassoulet and whole the duck could have been more tender, overall it was a great meal I would order again. To wrap up the experience they gave us some coconut macaroons with fresh fruit in celebration of my birthday, which I was very appreciative to have here in Turks and Caicos.
Brian R — Google review
We had a delightful dinner at Grace’s Cottage. Sat on the porch and enjoyed drinks, salad, entrees and a delicious dessert. Their portions are large but not outrageous (although the cheesecake we got for desert was a jumbo slice!) I ordered the salon and it was extremely tasty… lots of butter. We chatted it up with the couple seated next to us and they said they’ve been coming to this restaurant since it opened. The setting is adorable and it wasn’t too busy when we were there. Will def be back again.
Maria B — Google review
Absolutely amazing experience at Grace’s Cottage! The service was 10/10, attentive and welcoming from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, and the ambiance was just perfect for a relaxing evening. Highly recommend to anyone looking for great dining in the area!
Christina J — Google review
We had a perfect dinner @ Grace’s Cottage on our last night @ #pointgrace. The setting is beautiful, our dinner was absolutely delicious, & the service was attentive & excellent. We would highly recommend dining @ #gracescottage when in T&C - you can thank us later ☺️😂🤩‼️
Kathy C — Google review
This was an amazing dinner and our favorite amongst our 10 night stay! Beautiful place with such a romantic feel & music. Service was absolutely excellent. Every dish we had was amazing, and if we had to go back to one place, this would be it. The service was so excellent, that when mosquitoes befell our area, they offered insect repellent. Our advice is to DEFINITELY GO, try the soufflés, and to not forget the repellent after recent rain!
Nachaly M — Google review
What a dreamy place!! we stayed at a neighboring resort and this was just the perfect getaway escape for the night. Very romantic. Excellent food. Ambiance top tier. Service was interesting but good overall. Will return!!
Jenny B — Google review
The place is beautiful! The food and service are outstanding! My dinner guest Junior the cat was a bonus! The only negative was the mosquitos were swarming like crazy. I’ll go back but probably ask for a seat near the inside bar area! The lobster tails were FANTASTIC!
Kar L — Google review
My name is Matthew M Canale and this is my review. Of all the restaurants I’ve tried in T&C, this is by far the most disappointing, especially at these ridiculous fine-dining prices - The Good - Excellent wine list…though the servers wield a Coravin with the grace & subtlety of a blind 4-year old. The Bad - - Our server knew nothing about the wine/wine list. - The food was subpar at best, and ridiculously expensive. - Cheese soufflé is overrated and bland. - Escargot could not be any less impressive. - Chef has no idea how a beef bourguignon is supposed to feel, look, taste or be prepared. - Lamb rack was also bland and very forgettable. - Our server knew less than I did about the actual food on the menu. - The pisco sour I ordered wasn’t properly shaken, and is a disgrace to proper bartenders worldwide. - The knives on our table weren’t polished…and yet, fine-dining prices are demanded. - There are cats everywhere if you are dining outside. - One dish (the beef bourguignon) needed to be sent back and it wasn’t removed from our bill. The meat was so tough that my wife needed a steak knife…even though our server recommended it, it was complete gruel. - The food menu is supposed to be backlit, but only one side kind of worked so we ended up using the table light to see…perhaps this restaurant should focus more on substance than flash, because they didn’t get either right. FINAL THOUGHTS - Even if every restaurant in all of T&C exploded, and Grace’s Cottage was the only place left with food, I still wouldn’t go back. ***AVOID THIS RESTAURANT AT ALL COST*** Seriously…it’ll cost you so much $$$ to be insanely disappointed. 👎🏼
TheGrandCanale — Google review
Point Grace Road, Grace Bay TKCA 1ZZ, Turks & Caicos Islandshttp://www.gracescottage.com/+1 649-946-5096Tips and more reviews for Grace's Cottage Restaurant
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Located at Turtle Cove Marina, Mango Reef Restaurant & Bar offers a delightful dining experience with its waterfront setting and diverse menu. It is a popular choice for families, offering standard island and American fare including conch, quesadillas, burgers, salads, and a special lobster menu in season. The restaurant's ambiance is perfect for various occasions such as date nights, private parties or simply to enjoy the sunset.
I had an absolutely wonderful dining experience at Mango Reef Restaurant! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm, relaxed, and inviting — perfect for a tropical evening out. The setting right by the water is stunning, especially at sunset. You can enjoy your meal with a gentle breeze and a view that’s hard to beat. The service was excellent — attentive without being intrusive. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and happy to make recommendations. As for the food, everything was fresh and flavorful. We started with the conch spring roll, it was delicious and beautifully presented. For mains, the grilled snapper and seafood paella were standouts — perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and generous portions. The cocktails were also great — especially the mango mojito, which was refreshing and not too sweet. Overall, Mango Reef is a must-visit if you’re in Turks and Caicos. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner, a family meal, or just a great place to enjoy island cuisine, this spot delivers. Can’t wait to come back!
Dalia Z — Google review
We are here last night, I got the snapper and my fiancé got curry shrimp! It was absolutely delicious, this island has some awesome flavors and this restaurant did not disappoint, we started with a sushi app which was also awesome and I got a nice bottle of wine and finished with a cigar by the bar, I brought the cigar and you can smoke away from the restaurant at the bar
Dante L — Google review
Very nice atmosphere, we went around US Dinnertime 5,6pm.and had the place almost to ourselves. Food was delicious! Im not spelling it correctly but this is the meo geong and curry chicken. Very Very good both
Lucy L — Google review
This is the best dining experience. My family and I are in love with this restaurant, service was top notch, the food was amazing, flavors were mouthwatering and drinks were good. For the price, best experience and worth every cent.
Obi A — Google review
Went here for dinner with my family. A little overpriced and the portions are small, but what you pay for is the ambience and the service is incredible too. I really loved the chicken wings the shrimp poppers simple yet so complementary to the meal. My entrée was a tuna it was underwhelming but I liked the sauce and the fix in’s. I highly recommend coming an hour before sunset so you can experience the restaurant during the day and at night. You’re in a marina so no view of the sunset. There are other places around the island where you can get more bang for your buck.
Abdallah I — Google review
We're there during off season so our family of four was seated right away. Outside seating was facing the marina, and we were stalked by a hungry blue heron! Service was excellent - it started sprinkling and the waiters reseated us under the patio cover. Food was excellent and atmosphere lively, especially by the bar. Would return.
Chris H — Google review
Tried Mango Reef based on a referral. It is a very large restaurant with lots of tables. Our server was distracted a bit & service was not the best but just ok. The atmosphere & food was great. There was a lady selling jewelry when I first walked in and she had some really cute stuff. 💞
Amy H — Google review
Mango Reef was an absolute delight! The food was delicious — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We especially appreciated the relaxed, island-chic atmosphere that made the whole experience feel special without being stuffy. A big shoutout to Samuel, who provided exceptional service — friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great meal with even better vibes!
Yolanda F — Google review
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Coyaba Restaurant is a hidden gem with a secret garden ambiance, offering a unique dining experience away from the beach. The comfortable wicker furnishings and twinkling lights create an enchanting atmosphere. Chef/owner Paul Newman showcases his culinary expertise through carefully crafted dishes such as deconstructed beef Wellington and stacked foie gras terrine with fig jam.
Being from NYC my family and I are very spoiled with food. Not sure how anyone can write a negative review for this quaint and charming restaurant. The food was BEYOND delicious, presentation was exceptional along with the service! This place was fantastic and a must visit spot if you’re looking for a high end appetizing menu. Kudos to the chef and the lovely owner of this amazing restaurant!
Brianna N — Google review
This place is way underrated! The food here was FANTASTIC (best we had all trip)! The extra small touches were nice- veggies and dip, gazpacho, sorbet cleanse, and chocolate with coconut. The fish and chips were SO GOOD! The catch of the day was amazing. All of the sauces were so flavorful. You know it’s good when you keep saying to one another “this is so good” with each bite! Don’t come for a beach view or a fancy large restaurant. It’s pretty but small and in a garden area. But DO come for a phenomenal meal! Can’t wait to go back! Hats off to this chef!
Kar L — Google review
Fantastic experience. Excellent food, service was great and Chef Newman did not disappoint. We ordered the Beef Wellington, Jerk Chicken Special and the Gnocchi. Super easy reservation via WhatsApp. Highly recommended to visit this gem if you are in T&C! We will be back! If you are still on the fence about where to eat visit the website and watch the video of Chef Paul describing the preparations.
Sean M — Google review
Beautiful ambiance with the fairy lights everywhere. Service was above and beyond. We made reservations for a party of 14 and everything was set up for us when we arrived. Everyone enjoyed their meal from the amuse bouche, appetizers - artichoke hearts, coconut shrimp, to the entrees: curries, beef dumplings, corvina fish. I got the sea bass - melt in your mouth delicious! It was a little humid and warm out in the garden and there were some mosquitoes (June), so being some bug spray for under the table.
Minna Y — Google review
The atmosphere and attention to details are amazing. They give you a pallet cleanser between each meal and have excellent service. It definitely needs more people to know it’s there. Now the food for me, wasn’t amazing. I don’t know if they gave us the wrong main course but we ordered for appetizer the gnocchi - which was great but also very interesting. Which I do like about this restaurant, the chef experiments, and has pride in their work, it’s definitely an amazing culinary experience. Second we ordered the Lobster Thermador stuffed with cheese but we found no cheese but some sort of bouillabaisse sauce which I didn’t care for. Lobster itself is good. I didn’t like the pallet cleansers. We ordered the Lava Cake for desert, my spouse was not impressed, and it doesn’t take much to impress her with lava cake. She said it was too dry. Also adding on 20% gratuity on a 2 person table, that’s fine, but it also makes the customer feel bad without leaving an extra tip. So we left one for the service but I wish I had the option to leave my own tip which would’ve been 30% based on service. It just put me off. Overall it is overpriced but as you can see from our lobster photo, it wasn’t lobster Thermador. So, I probably would try it for a romantic night, but the food is interesting and original with so many different flavors that some people might not enjoy it. Overall I give it a 7.8/10.
Kristin C — Google review
We had an amazing experience this evening at Coyaba. All of the staff were very attentive and welcoming. There was one main waiter and several others assisting him bringing us the various courses, keeping our water and wine glasses full. It was an interesting concept. I thought it freed up the waiter to spend more time with each table sharing in detail about the wine and specials etc. We loved that after the meal we had a raspberry sorbet to cleanse our palette and then some chocolate, a precursor to our dessert. It was a delightful evening. Was happy to see the chef make an appearance before we left. He is extremely talented!! We can’t wait to go back.
Candace L — Google review
I went there for dinner. This is one of the good resturent in Grace bay areas. Before I went, I was checking the reviews of it and got a mixed feeling. However, I really had good experience. The food is really good. Also, the service is good too. They keep checking and take a good care of their customer. I ordered one appetizer and entree, did not order any drinks as I don’t drink. They gave me chef special soup as a complementary and then after the appetizer, they gave lemon Sorbet to cleansing plate. The overall experience is good.
Mohammad R — Google review
If you dine at one restaurant during your visit to Turks and Caicos, it has to be this one! Exquisite local flavors, beautiful presentation and attentive service make this restaurant a must. It was easy to make reservations via WhatsApp. Shrimp Bisque soup is one of my favorite items on the menu.
Oleg K — Google review
Bonaventure Cres, Grace Bay TKCA 1ZZ, Turks & Caicos Islandshttp://www.coyabarestaurant.com/+1 649-946-5186Tips and more reviews for Coyaba Restaurant