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The Best Turks and Caicos Seafood Restaurants

Grilled lobster in Turks and Caicos
Grilled lobster from Las Brisas restaurant.

As a small archipelago, it’s no surprise that seafood is the cuisine that’s done best in the Turks and Caicos. Our restaurants offer a great range of local and international styles of fish, conch, and lobster dishes.

Of the islands in the Turks and Caicos, Providenciales has by far the greatest selection of restaurants to choose from, which offer widely varying ambiances and interesting and creative cooking styles.

What is Local Seafood?

The Turks and Caicos has three basic types of local seafood widely available: conch, fish, and lobster.

Queen conch is probably the quintessential seafood in the Turks and Caicos, and there are not many destinations in the world where it can be found on menus. Conch is often prepared in a salad, fried as ‘fritters’ or ‘cracked conch’, or serves as a foundation for soup.

Tagliolini allo scoglio from The Marine Room restaurant in the Turks and Caicos
Tagliolini allo scoglio at The Marine Room.

Fresh fish is a staple in the Turks and Caicos, and common catches include several types of snapper, Nassau grouper and other types of grouper or hind fish, and tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, and mackerel. Traditionally, the offshore and pelagic fish weren’t pursued much, yet are more common today as some of the sport fishing charters bring in their catch. Of the local fish, Nassau grouper is one of the most desirable.

The Caribbean spiny lobster (sometimes called crayfish or crawfish here) is a general favorite with locals and visitors. The Turks and Caicos fishing season for lobster is typically open from August to April. From about May to July, you won’t be able to get lobster in restaurants.

Beyond conch, fish, and lobster, there isn’t much else that’s commonly collected. Occasionally, turtle, shark, and small mollusks such as the West Indian top shell are eaten, yet such practices are becoming uncommon.

Imported Seafood

Dover sole dinner
Dover sole at BLT Steak restaurant, located at the Ritz-Carlton hotel.

Imported fish is a bit of a contentious issue, and will often either be an inexpensive alternative to local seafood, or is high-end, such as sea bass, sole, salmon, and scallops. At many casual restaurants that attract tourists, imported fish is actually just as common in restaurants as fresh is. In some cases, there’s no confusion, as products such as salmon, sea bass, oysters, clams, and shrimp simply can’t be harvested anywhere near our tropical nation. However, unscrupulous establishments sometimes attempt to pass off imported fish as local, with the most common scenario being tilapia species marketed as grouper.

Once you’ve had real Turks and Caicos grouper it’s typically easy to tell the difference between local and tilapia, as tilapia will often be a very consistent fillet with a mild flavor and white and flaky meat, whereas local grouper usually isn’t as consistent in shape, has a much clearer and fresher taste, often has a discernible cut that clearly show it came from a mid-sized fish, and in many cases is cooked with the skin still on. Most snapper is cooked whole, so there’s no mistaking a local fish!

Many of the gourmet restaurants on Providenciales and at the Grace Bay resorts feature a menu of both local and imported seafood, and the seafood that’s brought into the Turks and Caicos is usually brought in refrigerated directly from the United States.

Turks and Caicos Cuisine Seafood

Turks and Caicos steamed fish, coleslaw, and peas n' rice
Steamed fish, peas n' rice, and coleslaw. Locally caught snapper will almost always be served as a whole fish. If you get a fillet, it's likely imported!

What is a traditional Turks and Caicos seafood dish? It’s actually a difficult question to answer, as the day-to-day fare in the Turks and Caicos has historically been directly impacted by contact with other nations, and as imports varied over time, so did the food.

Available imports defined the cuisine. Before reliable trade, seafood was often complimented with grits made from locally raised maize, okra, or beans. Later on, rice was imported and became a staple, and eventually cooking oils, sugar, and produce were obtainable. Tastes and cooking styles in our islands were influenced by nearby Caribbean countries as time went on, including the Bahamas, Haiti, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

Today, dishes that would be considered to be authentic Turks and Caicos would include conch, fish, and lobster stews, soups, and souse, conch or lobster salad, and fish or lobster that’s grilled, blackened, steamed, poached, or fried, often with sides that may include grits, peas n’ rice, coleslaw, fried plantains, or baked mac n’ cheese.

World-Class Seafood Dining

The fine dining restaurants in the Turks and Caicos offer a delectable array of seafood dishes, which may incorporate either local or imported products, and restaurants often have their own specialties, interpretations, and fusions. Coco Bistro and Bay Bistro have their famous rare seared tuna, Seven restaurant and Caicos Café offer excellent grilled lobster tail, and Mango Reef and Coyaba are well-known for their grouper.

Seafood Restaurants

The Marine Room
Lower Bight Road
The Marine Room is a fine dining restaurant that specializes in fresh seafood and ingredients, with a Mediterranean influence. The restaurant overlooks the Bight Beach, and is located on the western side of Grace Bay.
Castaways Conch Bar & Island Grill
345 Grace Bay Road
Castaways is a seafood and Caribbean restaurant and bar, and is located in central Grace Bay. The restaurant features live music several nights per week, and has a unique coconut grove ambiance.
Coco Bistro
Oak Avenue
Coco Bistro is one of the best-loved Turks and Caicos gourmet restaurants, and is located in central Grace Bay. The restaurant serves a wide menu of international dishes. Reservations are recommended.
$38
$43
Las Brisas Restaurant
Located at Neptune Villas on the scenic Chalk Sound lagoon, Las Brisas Restaurant offers Caribbean Mediterranean fusion dining. Serves lunch and dinner.
Breakfast and Lunch
Seafood + More
Dinner for Two
$75 - 138
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
Caicos Café
One of the oldest restaurants on Providenciales, the gourmet Caicos Café’s serves a menu of Italian and Mediterranean influenced cuisine.
$16
$18
Mango Reef
Mango Reef features waterfront fine dining at Turtle Cove on Providenciales. Explore a menu of seafood, Caribbean, and international favorites.
Live Music
Real Local Fish
Lunch and Dinner
International Cuisine + More
Dinner for Two
$43 - 114
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
$15
$13
Bay Bistro
Beachfront restaurant at the Sibonné Hotel. Serves freshly caught seafood and freshly made desserts and ice cream. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Real Local Fish
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Dinner
Seafood + More
Dinner for Two
$82 - 113
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
$20
$19
Baci Ristorante
Baci Ristorante is a popular Italian and seafood restaurant, located at Turtle Cove Marina in central Providenciales. Discover handmade pastas, local fish and lobster, classic pizzas, and more.
Real Local Fish
Lunch and Dinner
Italian Cuisine + More
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
$18
$26
Da Conch Shack
Blue Hills Road
This popular open-air beachfront restaurant specializes in locally harvested conch, seafood, and Caribbean dishes including jerk chicken and ribs. Local bands play every Reggae Wednesday. House-made desserts include Key Lime Pie, Ginger Cheesecake, and Rum Cake. Family and group friendly.
Lunch and Dinner
Seafood + More
Dinner for Two
$55 - 130
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
$22
$29
The Grill
The Grill is a casual beachfront restaurant, located at the Grace Bay Club Resort. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and serves a menu of international, Italian, and seafood dishes.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
International Cuisine + More
Dinner for Two
$104 - 172
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Service Charge (10%) and Government Tourism Tax (12%).
$12
$20
Mangrove Bay Restaurant
Mangrove Bay Restaurant is a Turks and Caicos cuisine establishment near Downtown on Providenciales, and specializes in fresh local seafood dishes. Enjoy island favorites such as whole steamed fish, pea n’ rice, BBQ, souse, conch, lobster, and more.
Real Local Fish
Lunch and Dinner
Local Cuisine + More
Dinner for Two
$39 - 114
This venue does not charge any taxes. Gratuity is optional and is appreciated by staff.
$44
$32
Bugaloo’s Conch Crawl
Bugaloo’s Conch Crawl is one of the best-known restaurants in the Turks and Caicos. Located on picturesque Five Cays Beach, the restaurant features seafood and conch dishes, a great location, live music, and dining in a coconut grove, on the beach, and in the ocean.
Lunch and Dinner
Seafood + More
Dinner for Two
$58 - 140
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Service Charge (15%) and Government Tourism Tax (12%).
$22
$20
Pelican Bay Restaurant
Discover seafood and international dishes at Pelican Bay Restaurant, located at Royal West Indies Resort on Grace Bay Beach.
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch and Dinner
Bar and Grill + More
Dinner for Two
$60 - 151
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Service Charge (10%) and Government Tourism Tax (12%).
Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar
Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar is an upscale beachfront bar and gourmet restaurant, located at the Grace Bay Club resort. The restaurant serves a menu of contemporary dishes, created with fresh ingredients.
$15
$18
Simone's Bar and Grill
107 Lower Bight Road
Simone's Bar and Grill is a Turks and Caicos and Caribbean cuisine restaurant located in Turtle Cove in central Providenciales. Enjoy fresh conch, fish, and lobster dishes in a casual and comfortable environment.
Real Local Fish
Lunch and Dinner
Bar and Grill + More
Dinner for Two
$54 - 115
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
Le Bouchon du Village
Le Bouchon du Village is a gourmet French restaurant, located at in the Regent Village in the heart of Grace Bay. Discover a varied menu of French classics, freshly caught local seafood, and wine.
$20
$13
Omar’s Beach Hut
Fisheries Row
Omar’s Beach Hut is a popular beachfront Jamaican and Island Cuisine restaurant, and is located at the turquoise waters of Five Cays Beach. The restaurant specializes in fresh seafood, including fish, conch, and lobster.
Lunch and Dinner
Caribbean Cuisine + More
Dinner for Two
$44 - 128
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
Barbetta House Restaurant
Sibonne Road
Barbetta House Restaurant is located at The Somerset resort on Grace Bay Beach, and offers gourmet Mediterranean cuisine dining in an elegant atmosphere. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
$16
$17
Crackpot Kitchen
Crackpot Kitchen is a Turks and Caicos and Caribbean cuisine food truck restaurant site, located near Grace Bay on Leeward Highway. Discover a wide menu of locally caught seafood and Caribbean favorites.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Caribbean Cuisine + More
Dinner for Two
$78 - 148
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Government Tourism Tax (12%).
$20
$19
Mr. Grouper's Restaurant
73 Sibonne Road, Kingston
Mr. Grouper's is a seafood and island cuisine restaurant, located on Providenciales in the Bight community, and near Grace Bay. The restaurant serves a wide range of fish, lobster, and conch dishes, as well as sandwiches, burgers, salads, and more.
Lunch and Dinner
Seafood + More
Dinner for Two
$48 - 140
Prices shown are inclusive of tax. Gratuity is not included and is appreciated by staff. This venue charges Service Charge (11%) and Government Tourism Tax (12%).