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Map of Sandy Bay — Best attractions, restaurants, and transportation info
Map of Sandy Bay — Best attractions, restaurants, and transportation info
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Updated • updatedNov 16, 2025
Updated • updatedNov 16, 2025
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Top 10 restaurants in Sandy Bay
No trip to Sandy Bay is complete without eating at some of the most well known restaurants. If you want to see more than just the top 10,visit our full list here.
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Anthony's Chicken
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If you're on the hunt for a culinary gem in Roatan, look no further than Anthony's Chicken. This charming eatery offers an array of mouthwatering dishes that showcase classic Caribbean flavors, with their jerk chicken being a standout favorite among locals and visitors alike. The casual atmosphere makes it perfect for grabbing a quick bite after soaking up the sun at the beach.
The food here was delicious! I have had jerk chicken before and this is by far the best I have ever had. The fish tacos were also really good. Everything is reasonably priced! We will be back!
C. G — Google review
Very good food. Anthony and his wife started this restaurant in 2008. She is the main cook for the family-run restaurant. I got the jerk chicken with plantains and it was very good. Wonderful to support a fantastic local restaurant.
Don’t hesitate to stop at Anthony’s Chicken. We took their jerk chicken, everything was fresh, hot and tasty. Excellent quality food for the price. Service was good and owner his friendly and kind. I highly recommend.
Personally, this is the best local restaurant without frills on the island if you ask me. We stayed at the other end of the island past Loretta’s and we made the walk into town at least 3 times for their food. Freshly grilled fish and sides for $15?! Order ahead if you can and avoid the long wait. No AC but the food was always worth it.
My wife was craving some jerk chicken so that's how we ended up here. It was a pleasant little hole on the wall place with a very friendly and attentive staff of locals. the food was pretty nice, not the best jerk chicken I've eaten but still nice. If you have a bad back all the chairs here have no cushions at all so just a word for the wise. This place is inexpensive $$/$$$$$
My husband and I enjoyed what was the most delicious meal yet on the island yesterday. The owner was a pleasant lady who made us a melon juice that was incredibly refreshing and sweet. Then came the meal where I had the chicken filet with garlic potatoes, rice and beans and pico de gallo and I could tell I was never going to taste that meal back home. The chicken was seasoned so well with flavors I have not had before and the garlic potatoes is something I never tasted before but was really delicious. The jerk chicken looked inviting so I took a bite and it tasted as good as it looked. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his snapper too. A picky eater like myself was incredibly happy to enjoy what I call my first most pleasing meal on the island. Thank you Anthony's Chicken for what we felt like a meal that was made at home. Certainly will come back again.
Wanted to give a shout out to this fantastic restaurant right on the water! The owners were super wonderful to talk to, (we found out that Anthony’s is name for the owner and his son in celebration of their family). Best jerk chicken that I have had so far on the island, increíble view, beautiful plants everywhere and super cool art. You will love it!!! Thank you for such a lovely evening and sharing your story with us. They have been a staple in Roatan for many, many years!! — feeling delighted at Anthony's Chicken And More.
The food was delicious! It was so tasty and made with quality ingredients. This family-owned restaurant is amazing. We asked if I could get a vegetarian plate and they were able to prepare such a flavourful meal!
2Ricky T — Google reviewPayton — Google reviewMartha B — Google reviewAlex W — Google reviewKate B — Google reviewAlex — Google reviewAriane M — Google review
The Drunken Sailor
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The Drunken Sailor is a charming Italian-owned fry house and pizzeria located in the West End of Roatan. It offers thick crust, Roman-style pizza by the yard, allowing solo travelers to order as little as two slices or a full meal.
We ended up eating here twice during our one-week stay. The pasta and Sicilian couscous are excellent. Vegan options. Staff friendly, chef came and spoke to us.
Mireille T — Google review
Found this unassuming place while walking the West End. It's name belies what is here....authentic Italian food! And, the food is AMAZING. Georgia greeted us and introduced us to the wonderful menu items for the day. This place was so outstanding, we actually ate there twice during our stay. I had the squid ink, lobster/cheese stuffed (rather large) tortellini with shrimp while one of my mates had a seafood linguini - perfect al dente pasta with tantalizing clams, mussels, squid and shrimp in a creamy, garlicy sauce. Both served with a crispy outside, tender inside slice of bread (so no sauce would go to waste). The second visit, we tried the deep fried pizza (almost like a cracker with still some chew), simply dressed with a red sauce and basil. Simple, but delicious, as was the fried ravioli. Other's with me had the eggplant parm, canelloni and lasagna...all scrumptious. Other than the charm and attentiveness of Georgia, the other nice surprise was the price. It was very reasonably priced and less than I would've expected. Next time I'm in Roatan, I'll be sure to dine here again!
One of my favourite restaurants in West End! I went twice here on my 1-week vacation and both times the atmosphere and food were incredible.
First time: I got a delicious homemade tagliatelle with pesto sauce. After going to Italy last year, I haven’t found pasta that tops Italian pasta until this location. You could tell the pasta was freshly made and sauce was made from scratch.
Second time: I decided to try one of their specials. I got the gnocchi with black truffle and ricotta. It was incredible, every bite was a burst of flavour in your mouth.
Both times: I got the aperol spritz which came in a comedically tall glass — it was delicious! The atmosphere was also amazing. They have swings that you can sit on to eat your meal which makes the experience so fun.
Highly recommend!
This is our family’s #1 favorite Italian restaurant to eat at the West End. At first we thought this place was a bar with the limited seating and based off the name of the restaurant. We have eaten here a few times in one week and loved every meal we ordered. The lasagna is absolutely the BEST I have ever had, the Chef’s special, Traditional Tortellini in Creamy Parmesan Sauce & Truffle Oil, and Cappelliacci in Ribs Sauce were amazing. The kids also loved the pizza. The Tiramisu and Panna Cotta desserts were delicious. The Italian couple are so friendly and we absolutely loved the atmosphere here.
Loved this super cute little Italian restaurant! Reservation recommended. There are so many specials to try! We loved the fried pizza, the calamari was nice too. All of the pastas were delicious. We had the squid ink pasta with clams and the penne vodka, the vodka sauce was some of the best I've had. Don't skip dessert! Awesome tiramisu, mascarpone ice cream and of course espresso with sambuca
Best meal we had in Roatan. Started with the Caprese salad, which was enough for two people at least. Then we had an incredible tagliatelle Bolognese, calzone, and ravioli stuffed with burrata topped with shrimp in a pistachio pesto. All were wonderful. A nice Aperol spritz and a Montepulciano accompanied it. Can’t say great things about this place.
Easily one of the best italian restaurants I've been to. The owner is super friendly and takes the time to explain his menu and specialties in very helpful details. We had the Big Gnocchi filled with bacon and smoked scarmoza cheese in gorgonzola and the Ravioli stuffed with burrata in pistachia pesto with shrimp, the flavors felt like they were engineered to fit together.
A must if you're in Roatan!
There are no words to describe this place the pizzas, the pastas, the tiramisu… everything is just amazing! 😍
From the service to the food, it’s all perfect. My favorite spot, with GREAT prices !!!
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Sandy Buns Bakery
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Sandy Buns Bakery is a popular spot on the island, known for its Texan-style dishes and generous serving sizes. The prices are budget-friendly, especially considering the large portions that can easily be shared. The bakery offers a variety of homemade items such as bagels, buns, and biscuits. It's a great place to enjoy a carb-heavy breakfast with a beach view.
Ate here 3 times while in Roatan. Each time was GREAT!!! Awesome service. Servers keep your drinks FULL! Cinnamon rolls, brownies, and cookies were awesome. Sweet potato fries were awesome. Talked to both owners- very friendly. I loved this place. Best place to eat in Roatan. Very reasonable prices and big Texas portions!!
Ashley T — Google review
An absolute must if you’re on the island.
The menu is full of amazing dishes. We all ordered something different and every plate was a 10/10. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. And the cinnamon rolls were out of this world. Thanks for the amazing food!
Considering the high touristy prices the restaurants in West End are charging, finding a decent plate of food worthy of the prices is a challenge.
If you miss good quality food, with American proportions, Sandy Buns is the place. Great breakfast, awesome burgers and the services is excellent. In my next trip I will certainly visit them again.
Great Texan-American place with amazing burgers, yummy breakfast and excellent cinnamon rolls.
The portions are generous and the prices are reasonable.
After 2.5 weeks of vacation in Honduras, being served the American way (glass of ice water, quick and friendly service, etc.), was very refreshing.
Sandy Buns, oh Sandy Buns! Your food is delicious, staff are amazing and the ocean view superb! The food! Bountiful, tasty, scrumptious. The breads, and oh my; the cinnamon rolls. Did I mention hot dog Fridays and the beef brisket, the sausage gravy is to die for😋 If there is one place you cannot miss on the island Sandy Buns, is it!!! Locals, cruisers and tourists make sure to visit!!!
Omg!!! Cinnamon rolls are made to be shared, they are huge! Owner has a great story and he will gladly take tale to welcome you for coming! Each of us had something different and everything delicious!
Ate breakfast here, had the Mother Clucker, soo good, spicy! Also took back some cinnamon buns that were really tasty. Quick service, right there with water, coffee, refills, highly recommend.
Best good on the island. This is not an argument you will win if you tjink different. Possibly the best cinnamon roll ever, and aming the best BBQ I've ever eaten. The "rough night" is my favorite dish.
4Catherine H — Google reviewPam H — Google reviewPeter M — Google reviewChris B — Google reviewCarly N — Google reviewKat R — Google reviewEmile S — Google review
LORETTA'S ISLAND COOKING
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Loretta's Island Cooking is a charming local dining patio in Half Moon Bay, Roatan, known for its authentic island food away from tourist spots. Started by the lovely local lady Loretta due to high demand for her home-style cooking, this hidden gem offers a simple menu with a focus on fresh, hearty home-cooked meals. The welcoming atmosphere and warm hospitality make visitors feel like they're dining at a friend's house.
I'm a frequent visitor of Roatan and local restaurants owned and operated by islanders just gives all the unique flavors and love you can't get from an employee operated place. I have had everything on the menu multiple times from the amazing Curry, to Alfedo to grilles fresh fish (that her son catches on his charter business) to lobster to the most amazing cheeseburgers.
Just go, you'll be greeted by Loretta and family and treated as family too! Great consistently awesome place!
MIKE H — Google review
We went at around 7 pm on Saturday night and they close at 8 pm. It is a quaint, casual restaurant. They only had a few items left. We ordered shrimp curry and conch fritters & each dish came with 2 sides. The food was ok and pricey.
Meal was nothing special. I was expecting a more flavorful meal after reading the reviews. We were the only ones there until a second couple arrived. Service was friendly. We had the blackened snapper. Cocoanut beans really didn’t have any coconut flavor that we could detect. $41 for the 2 dishes with no drinks. They don’t give receipts for some reason. Cash only and they add 15% to the bill. Wouldn’t recommend and won’t be back.
If you are looking for local Honduran flavors, one of the recommendations (they said), would be to visit Lorettas’s. It is at West End. A small open air eatery that is popular with the locals and tourists. There are about 5 well appointed tables. The menu is basic but can satisfy the hungry. I ordered the grilled fish (snapper I later learned), in their special spiced recipe. The fish seemed pan fried and tasted exactly like a cajun spice. It was succulent and flaky. Very fresh, because I even questioned if it was not Tilapia because it was falling apart. The kidney beans, lacked a unique flavor. They were sweet and reminded me of the canned stuff you get in the States. It took about 30 minutes to get the food out. That is not a problem. They had numerous carry outs. The service was indifferent. Customer service is a department they need to work on.
This appears to be a popular stop for tour groups. The food was decent, though somewhat overpriced in my opinion, and it didn’t seem cooked to order. However, it was still flavorful. Service was good and the staff was friendly.
What a cool place! We brought in a black fin tuna we caught and had it cooked up in the late afternoon. We were the only ones in there and enjoyed how authentic everything was. This is a place to taste and experience true Honduran food. You can feel the love in every bite.
I am in Roatan now for the past 4 days and I've been trying to make it here. First night was too late then the next day we walked over there and it was closed by 6:30. Yesterday we got in too late again. Today I messaged them on WhatsApp at 6 and thankfully they were open. My daughter wasn't even that hungry. But I really wanted to try this place based on so many recommendations.
I'm so glad I got the chance. I wanted everything on the menu but I settled for the curry chicken and rice and beans and my daughter got coconut shrimp with rice and Plantains. The portions are generous. The food was delicious, service was excellent and it was so inexpensive. I probably could eat here every day if it were up to me. I don't think my daughter would be happy. But u surely would be.
We didn’t see what the fuss is all about, prices are expensive no pride or finesse in platting or presentation .
We ordered coconut shrimp which were ok but the oil dripped out of the shrimps on first bite. We asked for a recommendation. Of a house specialty ? They suggested curry chicken so disapointing thick rubbery chicken strips, the most liquid and tasteless curry sauce ever and canned beans and plain white rice. See pics
The waitress was rude, no smile never asked if we wanted drinks and pretty much tossed our plates on the table
Remember these dishes are 18 usd
I wouldn’t go back
5Catarina H — Google reviewCeleste9900 — Google reviewIngrid L — Google reviewBrian C — Google reviewCharleen W — Google reviewDaniel A — Google reviewFeryal — Google review
The Roatan Chocolate Factory
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Bakery
The Roatan Chocolate Factory offers a unique experience where you can enjoy a delicious lunch and take a chocolate tour. The cozy atmosphere includes indoor and outdoor seating, a coffee counter, and a kitchen serving up delectable dishes like paninis, appetizers, salads, and Indian food. This spot is known for its tasty breakfasts and affordable lunches. Additionally, the factory provides demonstrations on the process of making high-quality chocolate.
Super cute place and loved learning about the cacao process in their factory room. The samples were delicious & especially enjoyed the chili chocolate bar! Treated myself to a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie
Melissa L — Google review
It’s a nice place to visit and get to know a bit more of the chocolate & cacau history. You have the free tour upstairs and the café downstairs with a small shop to buy chocolates, gifts, etc. You can go only to the cafe if you want, it was what we did. The cakes are goooood, the coffee is average and the environment is nice.
We discovered this place while on our cruise and were so profoundly inspired by it that upon returning home, we promptly placed an order for more chocolate!! The most exquisite and transcendent chocolate experience ever!! We will undoubtedly be ordering again!
A must visit we watched chocolate being made on premises, free sampling and coffee and chocolate goodness on the first floor. Chocolate making happens on the second floor. Please remember your in another country. Enjoy there culture.
The chocolate is mouth watering and the El Cabrito Diablito hot sauce might be the best I've ever tried. We plan on buying more from their website. The hot sauce was 7 dollars so that's a great price in my opinion. The coco chocolate beans were 20 dollars and they were not as expected so I don't recommend that, but all in all, a great place to visit in Honduras. Also as an added benefit, there are a few souvenir stores right beside it where I got this hand painted shot glass.
Saw bad reviews before we go, we decided to get 5 bars to try. It’s actually tastes as good as samples. We were there 1/7 and All bars printed before the day we go, I opened oldest one which is 10 days from now still tastes fresh and good. Package is only use foil wrapped around no seal so I put the whole box in ziplock.
Roatán Chocolate Factory is a sweet adventure you don’t want to miss! From bean to bar, they show you the whole process behind making real, rich, and delicious chocolate. Don’t leave without grabbing a bar (or five) of their local creations.
I loved this place! So so much! The entire staff was so friendly and made the place feel cozy and homey. Watching a woman baking cookies with their own chocolate was very therapeutic, as was watching their cat taking a nap. The tour guide upstairs was so kind, informative, and fun to talk to (wish I asked her to be my friend lol!!)
I already miss this place but made sure to leave with cocoa powder for my own baking, and cocoa butter and batana oil for self care. I highly recommend stopping here when in Roatan. 🫶🏼
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6Catherine H — Google reviewDoug T — Google reviewBone T — Google reviewOwen K — Google reviewLinda H — Google reviewBryan M — Google reviewEric R — Google review
Sundowners Beach Bar
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Restaurant
Sundowners Beach Bar, located in West End, offers a laid-back atmosphere with stunning sunset views and a relaxed beachfront setting. The bar is known for its occasional live music performances and a variety of food and drink options, including sandwiches in the $5-10 range. Additionally, visitors can enjoy morning yoga sessions with an ocean view on the second floor.
Our home away from home! This by far one of our favorite places on the island, beautiful people, the bartenders, Mikey, Elizabeth,& Leslie! Beautiful beautiful people! We met ScottyC the amazing musician and singer and his band! It sits right on the water the drinks, atmosphere, just beautiful, we will definitely be back! The have live music that really makes this feel like a piece of paradise ! Everyone super friendly and welcoming! Lots of stories and laughter! Thank you so much Sundowners truly unforgettable!
Simone C — Google review
Went for happy hour and listened to a band on Tuesday. We read on a flier that they have Taco Tuesday Special. The server said they do not offer this. Although we were disappointed, we enjoyed listening to the band & watching beautiful sunset. The food and drinks were pricey so we only had appetizers & drinks. There are several other restaurants to choose from for dinner in the West End.
Fabulous place in every way - but- get the fans working !!
Live music is such fun. Bar staff are fabulous.
But Mr Owner - get those fans working !!
Have the fish bites !
This is where all the cool foreigners go for overpriced drinks in the early evening. Location is nice, right on the beach… everything else is average at best. It’s also cash only, or they charge exorbitant fees for cash apps… which is kinda weird since even pulperías in Los fuertes take credit cards… but yeah, it’s cool to stop by for a drink and people watch the strange northern peoples trying to act like divemaster caribeños 🤣
I decided to stop by this place since I am all in for a restaurant or bar with live music. I ordered fish bites with plantain chips along with cheese burger with fries. Good food, huge portions, amazing ambience but customer service needs improvement. When you walk in, there is no one to greet you and you are on your own when it comes to grabbing the table and taking the menu. Another thing which ruined my experience was that they don't take credit cards which is a surprise considering this place is packed with tourists. They only accept payment through cash, PayPal or Venmo.
Loved my brief stop here. The bar tenders were so attentive and kind- very fast service as well. The atmosphere is super fun and there were plenty of people to talk to. Drinks were top shelf in every way. Loved my daiquiri.
Great spot for sunset drinks and an early dinner. There’s always something going on — live music, trivia, and more.
Cool 2 story beach bar directly on the water. We only had drinks, could have been a little cheaper, but $6 for a nice beer on the water not bad. The bartenders were great, very personable. Location is great
7Joseph A — Google reviewAda Z — Google reviewMarisa B — Google reviewFeryal — Google reviewMichael D — Google reviewAlex W — Google reviewCarly N — Google review
Cafe Escondido
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Cafe Escondido is a popular spot in Roatan, located above West End Divers. It's known for its healthy and fresh menu, offering a variety of options for breakfast and lunch. The cafe provides a comfortable setting with an upper-deck view overlooking the water in West End, making it perfect for meeting friends or getting some work done while enjoying coffee, smoothies, and delicious meals like salads, rice or noodle bowls, and sandwiches.
Had a WONDERFUL breakfast here. Great prices also. The homemade hot sauce was outstanding. Highly recommended.
Eric B — Google review
Good food, but small portions. Good price. Teriyaki bowl was delicious, but I hear that that the Everything Burrito is also a must.
Good view and nice coffee, but the service was too slow.
We waited 30 minutes for breakfast, even though there were only 7 customers ahead of us.
Came here for breakfast and loved it. Vibes are immaculate and the weekend special (green enchiladas) is to die for!!!! Best meal we've had on the island so far. They also have gluten free options for those with dietary restrictions.
Cute lil restaurant with a nice view. The staff were kind, drinks AMAZING (we got a nutty monkey smoothie and caramel latte). Food was great as well. Would return!
Stopped by for breakfast. Had a good breakfast sandwich, tasty banana pancake & some fresh fruit. The food was light & refreshing. Got a couple of iced coffees with our food. Overall, good place with a view of the water & (relatively) inexpensive prices.
Great little spot upstairs from West End Divers dive shop! Their Saturday special green chili chicken enchiladas are not to be missed!
We loved the laid back vibe of this place! Our food came out so quickly and we had a really kind server who was willing to give us pointers as far as what to order when feeling indecisive. I had the huevos rancheros, and my partner got the pita sandwich and French toast. I'll be honest... I'd never order French toast out, but I took a bite (or a few) of his, and it was TO DIE FOR! I also loved my meal... especially the crispy potatoes! Everything was simple, but so flavorful, and gave us a true taste of Honduran cuisine.
8Olivia Y — Google reviewCassandra M — Google reviewGreta — Google reviewMichael C — Google reviewIsidro S — Google reviewJames C — Google reviewRobb B — Google review
Roatan Oasis
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Roatan Oasis is a top-rated restaurant in Roatan, offering a unique fusion dining experience with a globally inspired, locally crafted menu. Situated above West End, it's known for its award-winning cuisine and craft cocktails. The restaurant prides itself on using the finest local seasonal ingredients to create mouth-watering steaks, perfectly cooked seafood, and an enticing array of vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Our friends brought us to their favorite restaurant on island and I am so glad they did! This was a fantastic meal! Our server, B, was wonderful explaining the menu and steak options. Every year I wish I could get a great steak... well Roatan Oasis did not disappoint! Our friends got the ribs (which were also delicious), my husband got the beef short rib - also delicious, and I did the New York steak. Do yummy and top grade steaks too! Sides were also great! Dessert was yummy. Most of us had the snickerbar dessert and 1 had affogato.
Overall, I would highly recommend Roatan Oasis! BTW, Definitely make reservations! Probably the best meal we've had on the island!
Teri S — Google review
Had our Christmas Eve dinner here :) friendly staff and delicious food! We had the seafood pasta. Baby back ribs and the short ribs. We had the steak tartar and Buffalo cheese and squash appetizers. Everything was delish:) must try !
We absolutely love this place. Food and service are always on point. Best ribs around, and you won’t want to miss the firecracker cauliflower. This is also the ONLY restaurant in the world where I order a ribeye (I’m typically a filet girl). Delicious!
Excellent food, top notch service. I recommend making a reservation in advance. Kudos to the chef, I had their special which was lamb shank in a curry sauce with rice and a bomb yogurt sauce. This was so good! My husband had the baby back ribs and omg they were so tender and tasty! Highly recommend!!!
Wow! Menu changes frequently (I've been told) so what you read online is probably out of date. But some things are pretty consistent. Fire-cracker cauliflower was fantastic. Wahoo for me and lamb meatballs for her. Key lime pie and the snickers desert. Great meal. Fantastic, RELAXED ambiance, all equaled a lovely evening. Probably the best meal on the island.
The Roatan Oasis is an indoor setting and open patio setting restaurant. (My wife called it a tree house.) The staff were very nice and accommodating, remember you are on an island and things are more relaxed here. The food was great (I know cause I got to try some from everyone in my group).
We walked up from the West End for a family dinner. We tried the cauliflower, tuna tacos, short rib, vegetable risotto, and ribs. Everything was amazing with lovely flavors. I would say the cauliflower is a MUST try. Amazing place 😊
Extremely well thought out menu; very creative and well done. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, and you'll likely need a reservation. The food quality, unique flavors, and the knowledgeable and friendly service make RO my favorite restaurant on the island!
9Sebastian T — Google reviewKormany H — Google reviewBone T — Google reviewAlissa O — Google reviewTim H — Google reviewJosh C — Google reviewSalvatore R — Google review
Creoles Rotisserie Chicken
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Chicken restaurant
Creoles Rotisserie Chicken is a must-visit spot for traditional Caribbean-style rotisserie chicken. Situated at the southern end of West End, it offers a lovely outdoor patio where you can enjoy your meal. The menu is diverse, but the real star here is their flavorful and moist rotisserie chicken. The prices are reasonable, and they offer a wide selection of delicious sides.
We spent 15 days behind this restaurant...Dola, the owner is amazing. I couldn't help myself, I had dessert everyday: the brownies were magnificent, the carrot cake was to die for, Tiramasu was off the chain...everything was super delicious...they are closed on Sunday and Monday ( I found the hard way when I was craving the carrot cake)...
Susan S — Google review
I’ve had a lot of chicken in my life, but nothing comes close to what I experienced at Creoles Rotisserie Chicken. Hands down, the best chicken I’ve ever had! I visited this place multiple times during my stay, and every single visit was amazing. The food is consistently delicious, juicy, and full of flavor.
The atmosphere is cozy, and there’s a small, charming shop inside that adds a nice local touch. The staff were always incredibly kind and welcoming, making the whole experience even better.
If you’re in the area, you have to stop by. Highly recommended!
The 1/2 chicken was AMAZING. Incredibly tender and flavorful. The garlic yucca was also a great surprise!! Great atmosphere and friendly staff.
Amazing jerk chicken. I’ve had it all over, this is as good as it gets. Lots of stray cats here, so come prepared… if you like cats that’s a plus, if not get it to go 🤣
Some of the best meals we ate on the island! We had dinner one night. The chicken was delicious and juicy. The sides were all amazing-the coconut rice and beans was phenomenal, the beans were great, and wow the yuca!
We had breakfast a different day (they open at 9 am). Portions were big. Prices were fair. And the food was very tasty!
Last but most importantly: the pies!! Wow they were phenomenal. My husband said the key lime pie is possibly the best key lime he’s ever had in his life. And the coconut cream pie was so good we had it multiple days!
Great chicken. Done simply and well. One of the highlights of the west end. The corn tortillas are pretty awesome too.
Spectacular! I had been waiting for an entire week to come to Creole's and it was totally worth it. I had the rotisserie chicken, potato salad and the beet salad. I had missed this creole flavor for so long that my taste buds were having a huge party. The service by Dola and her staff was just superb and incomparable to another other place I had been to on the island. The staff is very friendly and you'll be welcomed by her dogs and cats also into a great ambience. I would highly recommend eating here.
Creole’s Rotisserie Chicken is hands-down one of the tastiest spots in Roatán — a perfect blend of island comfort and incredible flavor. The rotisserie chicken is unbelievably juicy and tender, packed with a rich, smoky seasoning that hits all the right notes.
The portions are generous, and the sides — from their savory rice and beans to buttery garlic bread and crisp coleslaw — complete the meal like a hug on a plate. Everything is made fresh, and you can taste the care in every bite.
The atmosphere is super chill and family-friendly, with a casual open-air setting that makes you feel right at home. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for dinner with friends, Creole’s delivers every time. Local gem, 10/10 recommend!
10Nohelia Z — Google reviewMarc's W — Google reviewNikki W — Google reviewMalik B — Google reviewLauren T — Google reviewTeri S — Google reviewGerry — Google review
Celeste's Island Cuisine
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Nestled in the heart of Roatan, Celeste's Island Cuisine is a charming family-owned restaurant that has become a beloved spot for both locals and visitors alike. With its focus on island-inspired dishes crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, this eatery offers an array of mouthwatering options such as conch fritters, coconut shrimp, and hearty seafood stew alongside traditional Honduran fare.
Always love to stop in and say Hi to Batman! He is a parrot! Food is amazing and it is an all around great atmosphere place to have a bite to eat! In walking distance from any resorts near the tip of west bay! So get out, and explore, and you'll find awesome places like this!!
Ryan E — Google review
One of the best places in Roa. It is not overpriced, the food is delicious and authentic. Highly recommend it.
Our appetizer was very good, Lobster cream dip. I had the blackened snapper and it was so tasty, with rice/beans, and veggies. My wife had the Coconut Shrimp with mango chutney, garlic mashed potatoes and veggies. She LOVED the mango chutney! The dining room is open but cozy and the island ambiance was exactly what we were looking for. We will make it a must stop every time.
very friendly staff! love the breakfast pina bread…so good. we had both dinner and breakfast there and the food is good. Breakfast is my favorite. Jerk chicken baleada is very good. Love the staff at this restaurant…very sweet. And the adorable cats just lounging are cute.
My wife enjoyed the lobster ravioli, and I enjoyed the the coconut shrimp. However, my wife found me unconscious in the shower spewing fluids from both ends several later after having a vomiting fit on the toilet. This was the only food I ate that day (coconut shrimp, the garlic mash, and vegetables). I would review your food storage and handling policies. The incident has put me under the weather even after trying to recover.
Celeste's was a treat. Family members got the seafood platter to share, which came with delicious garlic/basil butter and other dipping sauces. I got the jerk chicken which had a great spicy seasoning. The key lime pie was creamy with graham cracker crust! Come early for a table, we were turned away last night around 7pm because they were already full for the night. So glad we came back!
A fantastic night with friends and fabulous food! We had arranged a special all you can eat lobster dinner for 7 people and it was delicious! It's a beautiful spot with great food, wine and a pretty path that leads around the property! Definitely stop at least once on your trip!
Went here every single day to visit the parrots, especially Batman. The staff are all incredibly friendly here and let you walk around the grounds and explore the restaurant + cabanas and pool. Ate a few meals here as well, of course. Great local food and every time we were eating here there were customers coming in talking about how they've been coming for years and it was a very special place for them.
Transportation in Sandy Bay
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Nearby airports
Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport
International airport
Airport
Juan Manuel Gálvez International Airport, located in Roatan, is the primary gateway to the Bay Islands. It offers direct flights from various destinations including mainland Honduras and El Salvador. The airport provides a unique Caribbean welcome as passengers disembark directly onto the tarmac overlooking the sea. While some travelers have noted cleanliness and friendly staff, others have mentioned challenges with aggressive taxi drivers and limited facilities such as crowded waiting areas and lack of Wi-Fi.
Nice little airport on the coast.
-3 different ATMs side by side at the west end of the lobby, before entering departures customs.
-Some car rental, tour rentals, tourist shops, coffee shop, Bar. washrooms right outside arrivals.
-I landed here with United airlines from houston around 11:30am. and took off with WestJet to Toronto delayed to around 4pm (delay because of westjet deiceing in canada, not roatan)
-The pilots say both before landing and before takeoff that the runway at Roatan is bumpy, and to be prepared. There was a little bit of bumps, but it wasnt anything more then a slightly bumpy ride for me.
Arrival:
-There is no Jet bridges, all planes use stairs. They brought the stairs up fast to our plane, and every plane i watched them do while we waited for our plane when leaveing. A good ground crew.
-My plane arriving was a mostly empty 737, so not too many people, and you go right to a que line for passport control, where you either fill out a form online in advance, or online with your phone from the "scan here" boards while in the que line. Or a agent will hand out a paper form for you as you enter the que line. The passport control went slowly, there was 3 officers working, and 1 got up and left for some reason, and another one had a major issue with a guys passport so he was stuck on him for 20 min, so it went slowly with 1 person untill the others started again.
-Small baggage claim right behind the passport desks, then exit to airport main lobby.
Departure:
-departing i walked to the airport from hotel economica just down the street, walked past the checkpoint at the entrance to airport, no one asked me or came out of the booth.
-Checked in at westjets single counter, but there was no line. Checked my baggage.
-Went to the departures customs, you again need to have a online or paper copy filled out for exiting honduras. Westjet had a "scan here" thing at their counter, and the airport has free Wifi.
-Small passport control after, and then security. no line for both. -security has a full body scanner but they were not useing it. just the walk through metal detector.
-The lounge area is small, its a small "L" shape, with limited seating for the size of the flights. There is 4 gates, which were glass doors to the planes outside. the bigger planes (westjet, American, Delta, United) had small counters and ropes to put up, and the smaller local ones just had a line of people. but the lounge was not big enough for the 2-3 large narrowbody planes and couple smaller planes departing within 1 hour.
-The jazz cafe in the lounge ran out of food because there was so many people, and the bar in the corner where i spent the last of my Honduras cash, ran out of cold coca cola so gave me glass with ice. not a big deal for me but it showed the amount of people stressed the restaurants.
-there is 2 water coolers in the room to drink water from, i filled up my water bottle from one, but the other was empty.
-When my westjet plane was lineing up to board, another big plane also started lining up right beside us and the lines merged in the middle aisle and it was confusing who was in what line. Small lounge.
-It was nice to be able to see the planes through the big glass windows, only a few feet away, you can watch them arrive.
-There is signs around the airport, inside and out, about the "big upgrades and lots of money" going to the airport soon, but there is no date posted for this to start or end, so we will see. Sopost to make the terminal bigger.
Overall a decent experience for a small airport
Adam C — Google review
The fact that the airport is small, you deplane onto the rainway, the Wi-Fi barely works, and there’s occasional chaos… I could forgive all of that. But what is truly unacceptable is the arrival immigration control, which takes an incredibly long time. It seems like in Honduras they think we’re all criminals, considering they take our fingerprints every single time. They might as well take toe prints too. Do they even realize that our passports already contain chips with all our information?
The worst part is when the immigration officer is in training and keeps asking their colleagues what to do. And let’s not forget when an officer simply shuts their office and goes home because their shift is over—even though people are still waiting.
Tourists bring a significant amount of money to your country, and you should treat them accordingly.
Even more so when it comes to repeat visitors.
You’ve taken my fingerprints multiple times a year.
A very small airport which has a souvenir shop (highly overpriced), bar, chocolate & coffee kiosk (supporting local & less $), a small spot selling cold beverages, muffins, cinnamon buns, sandwiches, etc.
Announcements are extremely difficult to hear.
Upon take off, the crew waved to us!!!
What an incredible & fun way to end a trip!
Kudos & thanks to the Marketing Dept & all Staff who participated!!
Small convenient airport, currently under expansion renovations.
Domestic & international flights.
Cafe, bar, souvenirs, bathrooms on site.
Across the street additional food and beverage options at the large gas station to the left (west) and plaza to the right (east).
Once checked in and cleared customs, food and drink is limited.
Arriving traffic is terrible with lanes combing into 1 to pay for parking.
Departing is terrible. Long lines. Small and dirty. Many check points.
Small terminal building. Not much to do.
The landing strip is very nice, just next to the ocean.
Being the only air port on an island can usually lead to bad things like, delays, too many people, overcharged bar prices, but that wasn't the case here. The place was full of tourists but we were processed quickly and the bars had very fair prices. Entering can be a hassle through customs and will be slow, leaving is fairly painless
Cool place to visit, ran into no issues, I do wish they had some fans at least, or air conditioning on arrival, definitely pack a battery powered fan for waiting in line on arrival if you have one.
Departure was a lot more comfortable, not hot at all. They had free WIFI but it did not work for me and seems poorly setup.
Aeropuerto Internacional Guillermo Anderson
International airport
Airport
Nice!
It is a small airport, but efficient nonetheless.
Everyone working there that I meet was very friendly and helpful.
Amazing experience!
Karen F — Google review
A/C is not working in most of the airport, terrible service, no planing from the point of view that they did not provide portable fans or humidifiers to mitigate the heat conditions in the region
The airport is small and has the basic amenities. The bathrooms are old and don’t always have soap or paper towels but are usually somewhat clean (7/10 on a good day). No food available after going through security. All flights are accessed by walking into the tarmac.
We fly Sosa airlines most often and their staff and ground crew are friendly but not very efficient or knowledgeable.
This is the smallest terminal of the three international airports that operate in Honduras. But it's the gateway to the Bay Islands, La Moskitia, and Grand Cayman Islands. This airport serves 45-minute flights to Tegucigalpa, super convenient.
Great airport! Comfy waiting room, nice bathroom. The customer service is very good!
To hell with this shody backwater airport and all of the domestic carries within, especially Lanhsa. You have about a 50/50 chance your flight is going to be messed up flying out of here, and if you check-in to your flight, you can forget about any kind of a refund. And yes, they will check people in KNOWING the flight will be cancelled. Use this location at your own risk. Me, I'm a ferry/rental car guy from now on. I'm never paying 400Lps again in fees to the airport for absolutely nothing (about 5 hours worth of parking fees for 2 flights that didn't happen, and airport taxes for the second flight that of course didn't go out).
Small airport with large runway. They should get more international flights from here
It's a small airport so, even though you deplane on the tarmac and walk across, it is no further than walking to a normal gate. Wish it had more international traffic.
Highways and major roads
- Carretera Principal de Sandy Bay (Main Road of Sandy Bay)
- Carretera del Norte (North Road)
- Carretera del Este (East Road)
- Carretera del Oeste (West Road)
- Carretera de Dixon Cove (Dixon Cove Road)
- Carretera de French Harbour (French Harbour Road)
- Carretera de West End (West End Road)
- Carretera de Coxen Hole (Coxen Hole Road)
- Carretera de Flowers Bay (Flowers Bay Road)
- Carretera de Mount Pleasant (Mount Pleasant Road)
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