8 Best Restaurants in Bermuda

This light-filled bakery that sells authentic French pastries is not only beautiful to look at but smells incredible. The traditional pastries include flaky, buttery croissants and soft, rich chocolate chip cookies and are all baked on the premises, as are the sourdough loaves, all using a specially imported French flour. There are also housemade sandwiches that come on the bakery's baguettes—Le Country, on walnut raisin bread with goat cheese, honey, and prosciutto, is simple but full of flavor. Grab a freshly brewed cup of coffee and a delectable treat, and enjoy the sights of Front Street from the communal table or at one of the sidewalk spots.

A two-level restaurant and popular sushi bar (Pearl) with a modern look and elegant atmosphere, Port O' Call is one of the few ground-entry dining spots on Front Street, with an outdoor dining area reminiscent of a chic European sidewalk café. The fresh local fish—such as wahoo, tuna, grouper, and snapper—is cooked perfectly, and the preparations are creative. Swing by around 5 pm to join a happy hour crowd of Bermuda's business elite and up-and-comers; Port O' Call offers one of the island's most sophisticated dining and drinking experiences. For a romantic and delicious end to your evening, try a slice of their famous cheesecake.

Housed in an elegant former mansion just outside downtown Hamilton and run under the exacting standards of owners Angelo Armano and Edmund Smith, Ascots has a creative and seasonal menu with offerings that incorporate fresh ingredients from local farmers and fisherfolk. Start off with the Bermuda fish cakes or the chilled banana soup with black rum—it's unusual but very popular—and move on to mains such as slow-cooked wild mushroom risotto, pan-seared snapper, and char-grilled rib-eye steak. Save room for dessert, as there is always something irresistible on the menu. An extensive wine list is available to complement your meal. You can relax on the sofas surrounding the handsome cedar bar or on the patio at Just 24.

The smartly dressed waitstaff, bustling atmosphere, and art-filled walls lend an authentic European feel to this beloved Front Street bistro. Chef Jonny Roberts, who has received multiple Best of Bermuda awards, takes great pride in Bolero's frequently updated brasserie menu, which in the past has featured snails, roast rack of lamb, and even black pudding. The restaurant often pivots into new territory, most recently with a tapas-style menu featuring traditional dishes like gambas pil pil (prawns in a garlic-infused olive oil sauce) and patatas bravas (spicy potatoes), as well as crispy fried churros (fried dough) with chocolate dipping sauce for dessert. Be sure to make a reservation, as this is a popular spot for business lunches and romantic dinners. On warm summer evenings, the harbor-view balcony is one of the best in Hamilton.

With sandwiches, baked goods, and "the best coffee in the west," there are great options for grabbing something to go from De Island Shack, a casual café in the heart of Somerset Village. You won't find a fish sandwich on their menu, but you can have your BLT on Johnny Bread, a local favorite.

No matter what you're craving, there's something to indulge in at this Church Street bakery, just across from the main bus terminal. Whether one of their light and fluffy doughnuts in traditional and fun flavors that change regularly to building your own sundae or the loaded milkshakes, make sure to come here hungry. Along with a wide variety of sweets there is also a selection of savory items, including salads, hot dogs, and panini. There's also a location inside the Bookmart at Brown & Co. with a more condensed menu.

Set inside the lush interior of the historic Rosedon Hotel, Huckleberry features classic Southern dishes paired with Bermudian flavors. There's plenty of fresh options, featuring local ingredients including bountiful salads and fresh takes on favorites like the Huckleberry tacos. Seating out on the wide veranda overlooking the lush gardens of the hotel makes for a first-class dining experience. The restaurant also serves a popular weekend brunch.

Located across from the container docks on the eastern end of Front Street, this unassuming take-out spot is best known for its build-your-own pizza and epic burgers—its signature patty comes with melted cheese, caramelized onion bacon relish, and their secret sauce (which is also available to slather all over your pizza, if you so desire). Along with pizzas and burgers, the shop also adds its signature touch to salads, subs, and treats, including homemade brownies and ice cream. The pizzas also come available on a gluten-free crust.