Shipwreck Landing is set on a balcony with a on picturesque view of the Caribbean ocean. Just eight miles east of Cruz Bay this restaurant offers an intimate setting for both the dining and bar scene. This laid back restaurant and bar features live Jazz music Thursday and Sunday nights.

Shipwreck Landing’s menu includes mostly fresh sea food items and covers a few of the dining classics. Their lunch menu features classic sandwiches like Grilled Turkey Club, BBQ Chicken, Grilled Fish, Burgers, and entrees that include curry-nut crusted grouper, conch fritters, and blackened snapper.  Their menu livens up at night time when they feature dishes like Shrimp Scampi, Mahi Mahi, Caribbean Ginger Chicken, NY Strip Steak, and Stir Fry. Their lunch menu ranges from 7-16 dollars while their dinner menu averages at 17-24 dollars.

Route 107, Coral Bay, 34 Freeman’s Ground
Reservations: (340) 693-5640
Hours: Daily 11am-9pm (bar until 11pm)
www.shipwrecklandingstjohn.com

High Tide is a bar and seafood grill located just steps from the Cruz Bay ferry docks. This relaxed style restaurant features classic island food with a trendy style. Live music is featured on Monday’s and Wednesday’s starting at 7pm. Dine al fresco on their patio and enjoy views of the Caribbean sun set over the water.

High Tide serves up the freshest seafood and grills a mean steak. Lunch items include Mahi Mahi sandwich, fish tacos, jerked chicken wrap, st. john’s cheeseburgers and more classics. Come in for dinner served from 5pm-close to try dishes like Seafood Diablo, Shrimp Kabobs, Blackened Tuna, New York Strip Steak, and Lobster Alfredo. Lunch dishes range from 9-12 dollars while dinner averages between 20-30 dollars.

Dinner: Begins at 5pm, open for Lunch
Phone: 340-714-6169
www.hightidevi.com

If you want to get a taste of local food make sure to visit Donkey Diner located in the heart of Coral Bay. This Caribbean styled diner is a favorite for all locals and many tourists. Donkey Diner serves breakfast all day and features an extensive pizza menu for their lunch and dinner menu. Dine al fresco with their outdoor picnic tables or eat inside with their bright colors and funky tables.

If you’re looking for a laid back afternoon lunch this is the place for you. Donkey Diner features an array of breakfast classics from omelets, to pancakes, and a variety of breakfast sandwiches. Join in on a classic lunch with Donkey Diner’s favorite pizzas. Some of their pizzas include Donkey Supreme, Hawaiian Pizza, Italian Pizza and more.

Route 10 (out in Coral Bay)
Hours: See Site for hours Wed-Sat
340.693.5240
www.donkeydiner.com

Zozo’s Ristorante is located on the waterfront of the east side of the island of St. Thomas.  This restaurant is famous for its traditional Italian cuisine and picturesque Caribbean view. Dine al fresco at “Jax Lounge” their upstairs bar, or watch the beautiful sun set while eating in their dining room on the lower balcony.

Zozo’s Ristorante features the freshest ingredients that jazz up classic Italian cuisine with a local Caribbean twist. Since their dishes are based off of the freshest seasonal items, this restaurant changes their menu up to four or five times a year.  Some of Zozo’s entrees include Pan Seared Scallops, Grilled Double Cut Pork Chops, Lobster Ravioli, Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi, Grilled Rib Eye, and Caribbean Lobster Tail. Their dishes range from 14-36 dollars, with most entrees ranging around thirty dollars.

Zozo’s Ristorante was recently recognized by Travel & Leisure Magazine for “First Choice” on “Where to dine in the Virgin Islands.”

Route 105 (Bay Street), Gallows Point Resort
Hours: 5:30pm-9:00pm
Reservations: 340-693-9200
www.zozos.net

Baked in the Sun is a local family owned bakery located on the third floor of the Marketplace. Baked in the Sun serves all of its items with a “baked fresh daily” promise. Using the freshest ingredients, all of their bakery items are baked from scratch with the love and attention they deserve.

This old-fashioned bakery serves breakfast and lunch, and is famed for their delectable cakes and desserts. Baked in the Sun is famed for their Artisan Breads, Pastries, Bagels, Wedding/Event Cakes, and desserts. Stop in for lunch and enjoy a Curried Chicken Mango Salad, St. John Cuban, or an array of sandwiches made on their fresh baked breads.

Baked in the Sun was voted Best Bakery in the Virgin Islands, Best Sandwiches on St. John and Best Veggie Burgers in the Virgin Islands by the Daily News Reader’s Poll in 2007.

www.stjohnbakery.com