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The Bahamas, officially the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, is an island country located within the Lucayan Archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. It contains 97 per cent of the archipelago's land area and 88 per cent of its population. Wikipedia.
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1Dune

4.2
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4.0
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Dune is an upscale restaurant located at The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort on Paradise Island. It offers a seafood-focused menu with a local twist, crafted by renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. The restaurant's British colonial-style setting on Cabbage Beach provides stunning ocean views and a menu that combines local ingredients with French and Asian culinary influences.
My family and I visited Atlantis for both my wife’s and daughter’s birthdays. My daughter said she wanted dinner with a beach view for hers and after a little research, I came across Dune. I was having a very hard time snagging a reservation at first, so I tried emailing the restaurant, and was pleasantly surprised at how accommodating they were to honor my request. The weather wasn’t great the night we went so we couldn’t eat outside, but the gave us a great table on the deck and left one of the shades up for her. Everything about this place is amazing. First off, it’s a beautiful place. Second, the service was top notch from start to finish. Lastly, the food was terrific…best we had the entire week. Yes, it’s expensive, but you have to expect that just about everywhere in Bahamas. Surprisingly though, it wasn’t the most expensive dinner we had! If you are questioning where you can have a great dinner with a view, make a reservation at Dune! You will NOT be disappointed!
T.J. E — Google review
Here's Option 1 for your review, ready to copy: A Mixed Bag: Superb Food, but Service and Price Points Miss the Mark My recent dining experience offered some truly spectacular highs, but also a few significant lows. The atmosphere was undeniably amazing – beautiful, modern, and incredibly chic, setting a wonderful backdrop for the evening. The food was the absolute star. I can confidently say that the salmon was one of the best dishes I've ever had in my life. Every bite was a revelation, perfectly prepared and bursting with incredible flavors. The desserts were equally fantastic, a perfect sweet ending to an otherwise superb meal. However, like much of Nassau, this restaurant comes with a very steep price tag. What truly disappointed me was that the service simply did not resonate with the premium price paid. I've had the pleasure of dining at other high-caliber chef restaurants around the world where the service was impeccable and perfectly justified the cost, often at a more reasonable price point than here. While the food is undoubtedly worth experiencing, the overall value for money, especially considering the service, left something to be desired.
Simone A — Google review
This restaurant gets an overall 3 for average. In comparison to other restaurants it was a step above. The setting and ambiance is very beautiful and right on the water. The food was “okay” but certainly it on par with other Four Seasons restaurants we have been to nor Chef-owned quality we have enjoyed elsewhere. The service was slightly better than the terrible and rude service we have been experiencing throughout Nassau. Seriously though, a restaurant that says it is part of Four Seasons needs to be well above the rest and this sadly was not. We ordered steak that had to be returned because was incorrectly cooked, the salmon was very good, the organic chicken was good but not amazing, the lamb chops were okay but the sauce saved them, the beet salad was very good, the burrata was very wet and runny and lacked flavor. The desserts were underwhelming and their presentation was lacking. The children did not enjoy their meals. The last thing that was abysmal was they tossed the sharing plates for the desserts at us instead of placing them in front of us. ABSOLUTELY AWFUL. Cost was about $180 per adult.
Onthegoboomer — Google review
Huge disappointment. We ordered the Black Plate Appetizer Sampler ($100 for 2) and what we got was laughable—fried shrimp, soggy “crispy” rice, and a samosa that didn’t belong on the plate. The only highlight was the conch salad, but honestly, you can get the same (or better) quality at the Fish Fry for a fraction of the price. The lobster was overcooked, and the curry garnish added nothing. Fries weren’t crispy and didn’t even come out hot. We sent back the Brussels sprouts altogether. Overall, the entire experience was underwhelming and not worth the money. For the same price point, we had a much better meal at Nobu—not by the waves, but at least the food was excellent. Would not recommend this spot.
Aleksandra C — Google review
Very disappointing experience. The price point reflects the Jean George standard price, but the product is no where near JG level. We dined inside, and still had to fight off a ton of flies while trying to enjoy our meal. Our table had a dead orchid on it, it was so off putting. If you have a choice between placing a dead plant on a table or no plant, go for NO PLANT, how is that JG fine dinning. We left the restaurant smelling like burnt cooking oil, our hair, clothing, I should send them my dry cleaning bill and hair salon bill, it was that bad. The food was mediocre for the price. The tuna was grey instead of red, the mashed potatoes were bland and just soaked in butter with zero flavor. The dessert was so inedible we had to send it back. At $150 per person, this felt like a rip off. To add further insult to injury, they add a 15% mandatory tip to the check AND force you to leave additional tip when paying the check.
T C — Google review
Atmosphere is great. It’s Four Seasons.. Food is okayish. Nothing special and definitely not worth the price. Service is pretty bad. Had to wait for 20 minutes with 3 other family members and at the end was fooled to leave a 35% tip. The guy literally gave me the credit card reader first and I left a 20% tip, minute later he gave me the check which had an included tip of 15%. This is a not great look for this place. I would not recommend this place to honorable people. Stealing is not welcome in a better world..
Turyan R — Google review
Omg!! Amazing experience and incredible food!!!! It’s bit expensive obviously, but perfect if you want to splurge a little while on vacation!!
Rupi K — Google review
We just had the best experience in Bahamas, and probably the best out of all restaurants we have ever been. Me and my husband are enjoying a Honeymoon, Alex the waiter made sure we were having a good time! We got some free glasses of champagne and a lovely cake, that aside from the very kindly reception! The food is outstanding and the view is fantastic!
Andre P — Google review
4.1
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Graycliff Restaurant, located in the renowned Graycliff Hotel, is a celebrated dining destination that has attracted the likes of Beyoncé and Jay-Z. One of its most notable features is the award-winning wine cellar, boasting an impressive collection of 275,000 bottles from 20 different countries. The restaurant offers a sophisticated ambiance with live music and hand-rolled cigars in the lounge before guests move to the garden patio for an exquisite dining experience paired with an extensive selection of wines.
The restaurant is definitely a special occasion restaurant. It’s classic old world charm with excellent service. We had so many people tending to us that I couldn’t keep track, but Lock-something (I forgot his name) and the bus boy (his name starts with a “C”) stood out! We ordered the following: Seafood medley in bechamel sauce Cheese and truffle purses with butter, sage and truffle oil 10 oz grilled filet of antibiotic free prime beef, red wine reduction and Bernaise sauce Slow oven roasted crisp duck in a Bahamian citrus sauce escoffier Mashed potatoes Creamed spinach Guava souffle Graycliff Bahamian bread pudding with vanilla gelato I really enjoyed the seafood medley appetizer and my husband enjoyed his cheese purses. Originally my steak was overdone but it was quickly rectified by the waiter who’s name starts with “Lock”. He was so gracious about the whole thing, which I really appreciated. The duck was excellent. The skin was nice and crispy and the meat was tender! The mashed potatoes and the creamed spinach were also good. The guava souffle was delicious but I wouldn’t order the bread pudding again. It had too many spices for my taste. Overall it was a good meal with excellent service, especially by Lock-whatever his name is. There’s is a $4 charge for sharing appetizers and a $10 charge for sharing an entree. If you don’t eat a lot, it might be worth it. I heard that their wine cellar is outstanding but we only had sparkling water and two diet Cokes. They had an interesting looking mocktail which I would have ordered if I had seen it before I ordered my second Coke. There’s no parking so you have to valet for $10. Remember to bring extra cash for that plus the tip.
Tricia K — Google review
I had an extremely great time here at this restaurant. I got to sing songs with the piano man and have the most awesome time! I gotta say the food was really good, but the prices are insanely expensive! But you get what you pay for! I would highly suggest this place!
Joe V — Google review
The great cliff restaurant has a really cool atmosphere. It’s really a fun place to eat. The service and food were top-notch. It was within an easy walking distance of the port and downtown. It’s on a really cool street with fun umbrellas hanging from the road. This place is definitely worth going to. The bathrooms were very nice as well.
Stephen S — Google review
I didn't get much to eat here, but what I did have was wonderful and all the food I saw at my table looked great, as well as at the other tables. They do have gluten free bread, but it's just standard sandwich bread. The cocktails are very good, they apparently have their own coffee. The interior and exterior are gorgeous. There is even live music, they have a person playing the piano. Will say that this is a smoking establishment and they even have some one who will roll. Another, highlight for me was the plating, they had such beautiful plates.
Natalia C — Google review
High end, elegant restaurant in a beautiful setting. We started with Conch Chowder, which was good, but not better than any other we had on the island. Tuna tartar was very good, but again, not better than any other. We shared a snapper filet, which was delicious in a somewhat creamy sauce that did not inundate the dish. Caesar salad was disappointing; a little on the small side and typical of the Caesar in a nicer restaurant. Food was all good, but not transcendent. Service was excellent and the waitstaff attentive. Very much a special occasion place. A little bit of sticker shock from the prices; there wasn’t an aperitif we had that was less than $20. The entire dinner bill for 3 was $380, inclusive of tax and tip.
Adam H — Google review
A unique experience for a trip to Nassau. I decided to book the afternoon tea. What a lovely way to enjoy the surroundings. Attentive service. A nice presentation of the food for the tea. Beautiful decor to enjoy yourself and take a break from the heat.
Deanna C — Google review
A wife pleasing surprise. Beautiful, historic, romantic, and doable walk for even the hip replacement crowd. We arrived a wee bit early and strolled the garden at the pleasant maitre’d suggestion. Keith graciously managed our experience of delicious sandwiches and sweets. We had French press and a fruity Caribbean tea. agraciously.
Grady P — Google review
I don’t write reviews often but I couldn’t let this place get away with this one. This place was disappointing, the food was okay but the prices were insulting. 12 dollars for a cheap plastic bottle of water. 14 dollars for 5 pieces of asparagus that were barely cooked. The list goes on for the outrageous prices. I have no issue paying for what I’m gettin but… The environment is subpar, it’s dusty and old, and not in the charming way. In the let’s buy the cheapest table cloth from the goodwill kind of way. The flowers were picked from the back patio and listen yes does this sound snobbish? 100% but $400 for two people, in a cheaply, poor maintained, mediocre steaks, horrible drinks kinda place is absolutely atrocious and I feel robbed. The owners are very obviously cheap and greedy because to feel comfortable charging such asinine prices, you have to be pretty crappy people. Oh and you’re only allowed two pieces of bread… like are you kidding? To be making the kinda of money these people are making and you’re going to ration the bread?! … cmon. Do better.
Ivis G — Google review
4.7
(544)
4.7
(2009)
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Café Matisse, a Bahamian-style Italian restaurant, is housed in a 19th-century colonial mansion behind Parliament Square. The interior boasts French decor and walls adorned with prints of the eponymous artist. The menu offers modern dishes like veal Calamarata pasta, rack of lamb with mint crust, and mahi-mahi with heirloom vegetables.
The staff were super kind and welcoming. They brought over a second round of appetizers (which were delectable). Everything tasted amazing, especially the ravioli and octopus. The ravioli was super soft and tender, you could taste the love put into cooking it. The octopus was up there too! Don’t even get me started on dessert. The panna cotta and crème brûlée were mouth watering. It was delicious. Came out to around $400 for 5 people. Definitely a change in taste compared to some of the other meals around here.
Lilia K — Google review
Very cozy place. There are not a lot of places like that in Nassau. But this one is treasure. Atmosphere is esthetic, food is delicious. Tried both soups, and meat, and pasta, and appetizers. We were group of 12 people. Everybody loved this place. Enjoyed our staying outside. Quiet and cozy, like sitting in the Italian backyard.
Полина Я — Google review
Excellent! What a fantastic dining experience the restaurant is very charming and well appointed (the air conditioning a bonus on a warm day). The outdoor seating looks great and leaves you wanting to return for the outdoor experience as well in cooler weather. The table service was beyond compare and the attention to detail with a refined table etiquette elevated the experience in preparation for the superb cuisine. The food was delicious. Everything tasted fresh, well seasoned, and the portions perfect. We will most definitely be back. We highly recommend this restaurant experience.
Charlene R — Google review
Lovely restaurant in downtown Nassau, right next to the Supreme Court. The interior is beautiful and lively. The outdoor seating area also looked pleasant. Food was delicious. And all the servers were very attentive. Would highly recommend.
Tazin K — Google review
I loved the atmosphere of this cozy and chic little spot. It was recommended to us and we were glad to have gone. There isn't tons of parking but once inside the tables and layout are nice, even the bathrooms are well done. We had the seafood fantasia salad and the curry shrimp and they were both quite good. I loved the steps of focaccia and the tomato bruschetta they offered as complimentary appetizers. Our waiter was perfect, really very good and I wish I'd known his name but it looked as if all of the waiters there were equally good. Would definitely recommend it.
Michelle M — Google review
Loved this little piece of sophistication next to the Supreme Court. We had lobster ravioli and a seafood pasta, both excellent. Even the complimentary bruschetta was yummy.
Ralf D — Google review
Atmosphere and food is good. Service is quick. Walking from downtown, have vegan options too
Prashant B — Google review
5/5 service: Attentive staff who were so friendly. The owner actually came around to talk to everyone which was such a nice gesture. 5/5 food: The steak and lobster linguine were delicious and so filling. The prosciutto with melon was different but the right balance. The mango cheesecake was so fresh and delicious. Presentation and quality was on point. We walked in at 6pm on a Tuesday with no reservations and they had a spot.
Julie H — Google review
4.1
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3.9
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The Poop Deck at Sandyport is a renowned seafood restaurant and bar in Nassau, serving locals and visitors since 1972. It offers Bahamian-style seafood with stunning views of Nassau Harbour from its upper deck bar. The restaurant's unobstructed views of turquoise waters make it a popular choice for dining. Guests can enjoy dishes like cracked conch, fritters, and the highly recommended conch chowder served with johnny cake.
Ok. When I first saw ‘poop’ in the name of this restaurant I was thinking, No thank you! Yet for sure was the best dining experience on my first trip to Nassau. The service, views, atmosphere, food, etc etc etc. all was amazing! I would definitely come again. Keep up the great work!
Eddie G — Google review
Quinn was our waiter tonight and we couldn’t ask for a better one! Attentive, caring, super fast. He suggested us what he thought was best and it didn’t disappoint. Food was fresh and absolutely delicious. If you’re visiting the Bahamas like us and wanna try authentic, great food, this is the place!!! I highly recommend it! Thank you, Quinn!!
Deborah C — Google review
So happy that we stumbled upon this place. Service was great the food even better. I got to pick my own red snapper from the tub upfront and they cooked it and seasoned it to perfection for me. It was soo fresh. We sat outside with a beautiful ocean view/breeze. The kid portions are big too! We tried the best homemade spicy sauce to and it was perfect with my fried snapper. Highly recommend!
Jay Q — Google review
The conch chowder was fantastic. We ended up ordering a cup and then a bowl. Cesar salad and dim sum was also tasty, but I’d avoid the ahi tuna. The catch of the day also looked amazing! Nice patio with overhead fans overlooking the beach.
Lex A — Google review
Get the catch of the day! A great spot in Sandyport with so many options for local fare. Try the tasting flight (local rum drinks), catch of the day, conch chowder, cracked conch or the lionfish (a favourite).
Nicole B — Google review
It was great. Friendly and helpful service. Food was very good. Was a great first visit and we look forward to going back there soon. Beautiful view too.
Henry D — Google review
I would be a liar if I told you that the food was not good. The food is absolutely amazing. The customer service was lacking. The decor was old, ugly and outdated. They could use some renovation. Besides that, it’s right along the water so you can sit inside or outside. Because my family and I walked from the resort, we decided to sit inside. I wanted the fried snapper but they charge market price for snapper which was $94. Instead I got a snapper fillet which was to die for. Everyone else got conch which was a good idea. I enjoyed the steamed conch along with the mac and cheese side the most. The drinks were made really strong so I only needed one. Perfect spot to unwind as it’s quiet and the food is nice. Also, lots of the locals speak Creole, Spanish and the Bahamian dialect which I found rather interesting.
Nathan ( — Google review
We enjoyed a leisurely lunch today at the Poop Deck. We had the crab and grouper cakes, tuna tartare, grouper fingers and the Exuma wrap. All were presented nicely. The grouper fingers were lightly battered and one of our favorite dishes on our Bahamas vacation. The snapper in the wrap was not a fillet as was indicated in the menu, but flaked (like that in a tuna sandwich). This was disappointing and not what I expected. The location was beautiful and the service was solid.
Genevieve C — Google review
4.0
(5632)
3.6
(1912)
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Seafood restaurant
Twin Brothers is a popular restaurant in Nassau, known for its wide variety of Bahamian seafood dishes such as snapper, salmon, grouper, fried shrimp with potato salad, and lobster tail. Located in an area known as 'the fish fry,' it offers a range of seafood entrees including grouper, fried snapper, cracked lobster, salmon, shrimp and combination plates. The restaurant is also famous for its daiquiris.
Food here is excellent with the cracked conch and fish and chips very good. The fish was fried to perfection and had a slightly spicy flavor/marinade to it that made it extremely good and probably the best fish and chips we have ever had. Sands local beer is also very good and recommended
Brian E — Google review
The fried snapper, coleslaw, and plantains were absolutely delicious! Thank you so much for the birthday chocolate rum cake; it was a lovely treat! Our waitress was really friendly, although we had to keep asking for water, and it took a bit longer than we expected to settle the bill. Overall, it was a wonderful experience!
Tia G — Google review
I ordered jerk chicken and it was good had a good flavor, macaroni is not the “American Macaroni” that I’m use to I didn’t like it, rice and beans we dry didn’t care for it. Service was terrible. We sat there for 20 mins without anything to drink and everybody kept passing by asking did our server come take our order. Daiquiri was very good had a good flavor one of the best drink I had while being on island.
Alexis R — Google review
Goldie's: A Bahamian Seafood Gem! If you're ever in the "Fish Fry" area of Nassau, Bahamas, you absolutely have to check out Goldie's! My recent visit was nothing short of fantastic, and the food truly lived up to its reputation. We were thrilled with our meal—the food was great! As expected, the menu is primarily fish-focused, offering a wonderful variety. We saw everything from succulent lobster to the local specialty, conch, prepared in numerous delicious ways. The experience was made even better by the atmosphere. We chose to sit outside, which allowed us to soak in the sounds of the ocean and watch the neighboring ships pass by as we dined. It was a truly memorable and relaxing setting. Overall, Goldie's offers an authentic taste of the Bahamas with an unbeatable ambiance. We left feeling completely satisfied and would highly recommend it!
Scott B — Google review
We were so disappointed eating here. It was recommended to us by a local and so we thought it would be good local food. It certainly was not. We overall did not enjoy anything at all. The conch fritters were ok, more bread than conch. The jerk chicken was soooo spicy even though mild was preferred and my surf and turf burger meat was so tough I could not eat. The rice and peas were extremely dry and the waiter was so nonchalant she didn't even ask for our drinks. Another waiter stopped and got drinks for us; she visited our table once to order & to bring food. I understand busyness but we were not checked on at all. Plus the wait time was sooo long. Spent ~$89. I cannot recommend this place and hate that we didn't enjoy this experience. Sadly, I cannot recommend this restaurant
LostFiles — Google review
Food was below average & overly expensive!!! Definitely a huge tourist trap. While all the other restaurants along this strip had around the same prices, only Twin Brothers marked up theirs + 25% mandatory tax on top. Ordered: conch chowder — tbh, it tasted like Campbell tomato soup with a few pieces of chewy conch and a stale piece of buttered bread. Cracked conch — breading was good but conch was so chewy, came with fries which was probably the best part of the meal. IMO, this place was probably better back in the days, but there’s so many other choices out there
K D — Google review
The food here was really good! Had the conch fritters, the snapper and a guava duff. I had a regular non alcoholic daiquiri and it was like a slushy. Great for a hot day! Service here is pretty good and really loved the red snapper!!
Anna G — Google review
We were referred here by a friend in Texas who is a native citizen of Nassau. It was a great recommendation. The food was very, very good. We enjoyed the conch fritters, jerk chicken, and the lobster sandwich; plantains and cole slaw. The chicken was wet and juicy and spicy but tolerable to even a lightweight, just perfectly spiced. Even the Cole slaw was excellent and I am a slaw monster. The wife had some kind of fruity ice creamy and strawberry daiquiri thing that’s HUGE and gave her a terrific brain freeze. I had both the Malik and the Sands Bohemian beers, ice cold, and the Sands is the winner with that little kick of malt that’s always a pleasure with a great meal. If you can, ask for one of Mel’s tables. She’s funny and honest as heck and works her butt off to make her customers happy. This place went from nearly empty to packed between 11 and 11:30 and we had a pleasant and safe walk along Bay Street from the cruise port (Royal Carribean, Radiance) and if you’re planning on a good lunch while in port, I’d suggest an arrival here around 11 am. Be prepared for some really very good local cuisine, great service, and a restaurant that doesn’t look fancy, because it isn’t. It’s just been around a long time, is well maintained with clean facilities, and is about as Nassau as Nassau gets. Thanks for the referral, Teemar!
Anon ( — Google review