46 Best Restaurants in Bermuda

Above its sister restaurant, Little Venice, this Asian hot spot is a favorite among locals for its fresh sushi bar. Take the footbridge—over an indoor stream—to the raised seating at the lively teppanyaki table, where trained chefs stylishly slice, stir, and season your steak and veggies onto your plate. The menu includes traditional Asian soups and entrées and a variety of Indonesian and Thai dishes (don't miss the curries), as well as nightly specials. Choose from a selection of wines, sakes, and Japanese beers to wash it all down. The backdrop of colorful dragons and a handcrafted pagoda add to the Asian flavor. 

It's a little pricey, but Little Venice also sets the bar with its attentive, old-world hospitality, flavorful Italian dishes, and freshly made pasta. Bermuda's business elite gather for drinks and appetizers after work, making their way through a wine list that boasts 1,000 different wines from around the world. Keep in mind that the ratio of steep prices to average-size portions puts this restaurant firmly in the "splurge" category. Call ahead to reserve a coveted booth table.

Bermudians swear by this spot, where a maritime-themed dining room is filled with brass nautical gear, lobster traps, and sun-bleached rope. The fresh local lobster, available September through March, is most requested, next to rockfish, snapper, wahoo, and mahimahi with fried bananas and almonds, all local favorites. Ask for your seafood to be cooked to your liking and be sure to taste the Bermudian classic dish: fish chowder. The curried fish cake is a particular favorite, topped with tartar sauce and served on a bun. 

From burgers and fries to a fish cake on a bun, the menu at Misty's features all the classic Bermudian fast-food favorites in unfussy, truly Bermudian style. This small eatery offers takeout only, but with Somerset Long Bay a mere jaunt away, it's the perfect place to pick up a few dishes for lunch on the sand or to take home after a day in the sun.

Even after a refurbishment and update to the interior of this Italian-owned restaurant, it still has all the charm of an unassuming-but-good eatery in a small Italian village. On balmy evenings, share the calamari or garlic bread—two starters for which the restaurant is renowned—outside on the dining area patio, and then move on to the pastas and pizzas. You can't go wrong with the pasta featuring the day's local catch or the classic margherita pizza. For dessert, try the tiramisu. Prices and portions are decent, and there's even a separate takeout section, complete with its own entrance, so you can pick up your dinner.

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. 

You'll likely smell the roasting of beans before you see this eclectic coffee shop that roasts all its coffee in-house. It's the perfect spot for aficionados that don't like to overcomplicate their coffee, and there's often a selection of homey baked goods to go along with your brew. There's seating inside on the mismatched chairs and couches, but grabbing a table out back on the secluded terrace is the ideal spot. This is a true café and is open only until noon. They also accept cash only.

Just a five-minute stroll from the ferry terminal to the opposite end of Front Street is Bermuda's own taste of Tex-Mex, complete with easygoing, friendly service, balcony seating, and a comprehensive menu of favorites. Share a towering plate of loaded nachos to start, followed by sizzling hot fajitas delivered to your table in a cast-iron skillet. Choose from 10 varieties of tequila to customize your very own pitcher of Rosa's famous margaritas. Don't miss the weekly specials including Taco Tuesday and all-you-can-eat ribs on Thursday.

Overlooking Mangrove Bay, this well-worn tavern is all dark wood and good cheer, with a great deal of malt and hops in between. The food is simple, but a few items stand out: the Bermuda fish chowder, panfried rockfish, and steak sandwich are all delicious. In-house nightly specials are another draw, as are the occasional live musicians and casual barbecues. The scenic view of the beach, dock, and moored boats is also unique. Call to confirm lunch availability during the off-season.

Tucked inside the Washington Mall, this café run by a husband-and-wife team is best known for its outstanding breakfasts, changing lunch specials, and friendly service. Try the plate-sized fluffy pancake topped with homemade candied walnuts, or give the Azorean eggs Benedict, topped with crispy chorizo and fresh Portuguese cheese, a try. The lunch board offers homemade soups, salads, quiches, and sandwiches, but the pecan-crusted chicken and biscuit sandwich topped with peach slaw is the standout.

At the base of Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, in the old Lighthouse Tea Room, this adorable little restaurant is the perfect place to rest after the climb up and down the tower's 185 spiraling steps. Eclectic lunch and dinner menus include everything from traditional fish and chicken dishes to salads and homemade lasagna. This cozy spot is perfect for a romantic sunset meal—the impressive view across the island is truly unbeatable.

If the idea is to eat where Bermudians do, you won't be disappointed at the New Woody's Sports Bar. Situated on Boaz Island with views of the Great Sound, Woody's is the perfect stop for an inexpensive bite and a chat with the friendly locals. The menu is written up daily to take advantage of availability (in fact, they often catch the fish themselves), so stop by for a drink, a fish sandwich, or to soak up the atmosphere in relaxed style. 

A former whiskey warehouse, this is now a lively restaurant serving crowd-pleasing Bermudian cuisine, as well as a handful of Latin- and Asian-flavored dishes. If you get there early enough, grab a table on the veranda overlooking the harbor and be sure to stick around—this is a fabulous spot to hang out and enjoy live music. Try a creative cocktail concoction or a local beer from Dockyard Brewing Company. And save room if you're a dessert lover—it's hard to choose but the dark chocolate salted caramel pie is a must for chocolate lovers.

Old-fashioned charm and consistently attentive service are two reasons why this tried-and-true bar and restaurant is a favorite among local politicians and businesspeople. Located in the old Armoury building, it's a popular lunch spot, serving plenty of fresh seafood and local favorites like fish chowder. At dinner the dining room is usually uncrowded and relaxed; the bar is even more casual, if you're looking to have a cocktail or two before your meal. Culinary highlights include classics like rack of lamb and wiener schnitzel (breaded veal cutlet) and seafood like clams casino and seafood crepe.

True to its name, the terrace at this casual eatery is the place to be, and during the day it's a great spot to try the mix-and-match tacos or share a flatbread. On Friday night, young professionals flock to the indoor bar for the stylish vibe and vast selection of wines and cocktails, as well as entertainment. Bar snacks, like the wings and chorizo dip, are perfect for sharing.