Carib Beach Bar

Restaurant · Barbados ·

Carib Beach Bar

Restaurant · Barbados ·

Beachfront bar with flying fish, fish cakes, and local

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Worthing Main Rd, Bridgetown, Christ Church Barbados Get directions

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"The Best LIttle Beach Bar in Barbados Located on the island's unassuming south coast, down a street that doesn't even have a name (which isn't uncommon in Barbados) sits a little beach bar called the Carib. Wander up to the wood deck and smile at the Bajan waitress pulling double-duty behind the Mt. Gay Rum-lined bar, as she waves her hand at you, the universal sign for "just sit anywhere." Pull up a non-luxurious plastic chair and soon you'll find a cold Banks in your hand (the local brew - about the color of a Bud Light but with much more flavor) and a plate of steaming Bajan food on its way. The Carib, which I eat at almost daily during my time in Barbados (I've been to the island seven times), has the best flying fish on the island. Order yours platter or sandwich style, with sides of cou cou (a local dish about the consistency of mashed potatoes) and salad. Be sure and start your meal with a basket of pipping hot fish cakes - also the best on the island. Luckily when you're done with lunch and ready for a nap, the beach is a few steps away. Grab a chair and an umbrella for $10 U.S. for the entire day. You probably have the beach to yourself, until school gets out when the local youth will stop by for a dip in the ocean and maybe a game of cricket."

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Sarah Elizabeth L.

Google

I love this place. Been going here for years, and it changes a lot, service is very slow and sometimes inconsistent. But the vibes are amazing, the food is good, and not only is it on the beach (though these days the ocean is sneaking farther away) they have both banks and DEPUTY on draft. Absolutely worth an afternoon chilling here. (Also their fish cakes are fire - but remember, this place has changed vibes like five times in five years so don't hold me to it!)

Andreea

Google

Right on the beach, delicious food and the waiters are very friendly and kind. We had fried calamari, cheese macaroni, breadfruit chips and flying fish. They all tasted really good! I can’t pick a favorite! Highly recommend it!

Manjeet D.

Google

Perfect place with draught beer on the beach ! A great spot right by the beach with perfect draught beer and stunning views. The staff are friendly, and the location couldn’t be better—just steps away from the shore.

Ix A

Google

Spent a wonderful couple of hours here with the kids, grazing on various small plates and drinking a few of their namesake lagers. A couple of favourites from the menu were the Pork Bites and Bajan fishcakes. The service was excellent, and they helped me get a taxi when it was time to leave, too. Highly recommend this place - and it goes without saying that the beach is absolutely beautiful!

Christi C.

Google

Amazing place! Local and relaxed place but with a touch of class and wonderful ambience. Highly recommend. Surprised it isn’t all over TikTok…but this may be exactly why this is such a special gem!

Drfeelgood G.

Google

I had luch here yesterday with a friend and it was great. We sat out on the sand facing the water and what a great view. Food and service was great. The young lady who served us did a really good job. Highly recommend if you're looking for evening drinks or just a spot for lunch or to chill.

Kevin C.

Google

GREAT location, right on the beach. Service is friendly and efficient. The food is cooked very well and tastes great. Prices are very affordable. There is a DJ with music at a level where you can still converse and a lively late night bar scene. Great place for singles, couples, or families with children young and old.

Vesper C.

Google

This is such a lovely place. I stayed here all day working on my dissertation and it's definitely popular with tourist and families as a lot of different groups came through and one big group was actually there before I came and wasn't gone when I left! The food was really good - I got the buljol, which was super delicious, and a small pizza which was also pretty good. The tomato sauce tasted a bit sweet for me but it's definitely one of the best pizzas I've had here so far (altho most pizza places have been bad so take that as you will.) Prices for food and drinks were very reasonable and the staff were so lovely and attentive. Particularly a waitress with short hair and a bartender who I think had a dreaded ponytail. I didn't catch either of their names but they were both so so nice and friendly. 100% recommend this place. Will definitely be back if I can!