Hungry After Your Art Hunt? Kid Approved Nassau Restaurants
Hey Art Momma,
Considering visiting Nassau, Bahamas with your little ones in tow?
Fantastic!
Here are a list of my favorite kid-approved restaurants to visit after a day of sightseeing or sunning!
Let’s dive in…
Fresh Snapper Fish Fingers at Pirate’s Republic
If you’re visiting Nassau by cruise and plan on staying in the vicinity of the cruise port/downtown Pirate Republic brewery & restaurant is a spot that all family members will enjoy. It’s located along Woodes Rogers Walk, a stone’s throw away from the cruise port.
Pirate Republic brewery makes the only craft beer in The Bahamas. No Kalik, Sands, Heinekens or the other guys are served on the premises. Pirate Republic brand beer only, in addition to a full bar. (Don’t fret. There are loads of other spots downtown where you can find the usual beer options.) It’s hailed as one of best micro-breweries in the Caribbean and definitely worth a visit. Whenever I have stopped in there has been between 5-7 beers on tap. Their beers are seasonal, so don’t hesitate to give them a try when you visit because once they are gone they’re gone for good! The Coconut Porter that they served in 2018 is still my favorite to date! There is also a sampler option available for any beer connoisseurs out there.
The Portobello Fries with Garlic Aioli Sauce are my go to thing to nom on. I can’t remember the rest of the menu (sliders and stuff), but I’ve never been with anyone who had any complaints about the food.
Pirate inspired barrel seats and wooden decor appease the minimalist, industrial, and shabby chic Pinterest interior design board gods.
Giant Jenga and a popcorn machine are novel bonuses that you will appreciate.
Scrumptious Portobello Mushroom Fries at Pirate’s Republic
Crack Conch Dinner at Green Parrot.
On the water a little further from downtown heading east towards the Paradise Island Bridge (a little too far to walk but less than a 10 min drive away by taxi) is Green Parrot.
Yummy bang for your buck at The Green Parrot:
The Avocado Rice. Pretty much a veggie stir-fry with avocado chunks. Avo doesn’t cost extra with this dish and there is plenty of it on it. I think it’s like $7.
We have also enjoyed the quesadillas and pizzas.
Take aways – Casual dining with a great atmosphere for the entire family. Small (but yummy) vegetarian menu. Green Parrot is on an active marina and in addition to the plethora of boats you will also have views of Atlantis and Paradise Island and the aforementioned P.I. Bridge. So at least that’s a bit more special that the usual family date night where out of fear of being too disruptive to the other dining patrons you walk in circles around the parking lot.
Mom tip: While hanging with persons visiting from Pittsburg recently, one of the moms pulled out a Tupperware of chocolate chip bars that she had baked and travelled with from the U.S. I thought that was a smart mama move for traveling with kids, especially picky eaters.
I know some foreigners are surprised by the fact that pharmacies and grocery stores are not open 24 hours a day here.
💡 We enjoy Pupstar Entertainment’s movie nights which are held on premises. Not for the kiddos but always a good time, even in the cooler months. Usually, held monthly.
There are several restaurants towards the western end of the island that I really enjoy.
Conch Burger and Fish Fingers with Fries
The newest addition to my list is Da Plantation Bar & Grill located through the corner directly before The Caves and Caves shopping plaza.
Super relaxed atmosphere, hidden in mega shrubbery. There are a few chickens that roam the grounds. During my most recent visit I enjoyed the conch burger and sweet potato fries, my date had the fish fingers. I must say that the fish fingers were the most seasoned I have ever tasted. Pretty spicy for the little ones. I do not recall them asking if we wanted it to be so pepper.
While you are at Da Plantation it is worth it to stop for a few minutes and check out The Caves. You can only go in a few yards into the cave but there are a good number of little bats that reside in them. Any Vampirina fans in your tribe will appreciate that.
The Caves, Nassau, Bahamas
If you keep heading west along West Bay Street there is a local restaurant with long-standing history. Ownership has changed several times over the years and after being closed for a bit it recently reopened (early 2019).
Traveller’s West (formally known as Traveller’s Rest) is back again.
I’m really glad that they have reopened.
This restaurant is in close proximity to the airport. It’s a bit far for some visitors arriving by cruise but I have seen persons on rented 4-wheelers out that far from downtown doing there own thing on scenic island rides.
I’ve enjoyed the veggie roti and the fish fingers. The last I knew there credit card machine is down (April 2019, this is shortly after they have reopened with a soft-launch) so bring cash or call ahead to confirm.
Unobstructed views of the sunset will always keep Traveller’s West at the top of my list of favorite casual dining spots.
Sunset Views at Traveller’s West
If you are looking for coffee and a brunch spot Louis and Steen’s New Orleans Coffee Shop is also on the same lot as Traveller’s West. The coffee shop is the building that you will be able to spot right away if you are driving because of its bright blue walls with purple and yellow accents, wooden chair swing and many sunflowers if they are in season.
Louis & Steen’s New Orlean’s Coffee
Not really the cheapest eats. They are the company I go to when I’m treating myself to nice coffee. Definitely the best scenery and view. The food not only delicious but special. I’ve enjoyed the po’ boys and Judah gets the pancakes with a good portion to carry home for later.
Other take-aways: Greek yogurt bowls, assorted pastries and baked goods, and newly introduced oatmeal milk.
Outdoor Seating. Morning yoga some Saturdays. Craft Fair Seasonally.
A little further west along West Bay Street (less than a 4 minute drive) and you will run into a few restaurants nestled together.
Compass Point on the right hand side of the street is identifiable by its colorful rooftops that can be seen behind it’s white wall.
On the left side of the street is a conch salad stand, Studio Cafe and Aquafire restaurants.
I have not dined at Aquafire as yet. I have eaten at Studio Cafe a few times for brunch. Most recently, I went there on a Sunday morning to celebrate a birthday. We enjoyed the Eggs Benedict with salmon and bottomless passion fruit mimosas. There was a live jazz band playing that morning and it really was a lovely time.
Studio Cafe (across the street from Compass Point) Nassau, Bahamas
These are really just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to restaurants here. DM me @mommahealer on IG if you have any questions for me.