Belize Food Guide: 10 Caribbean food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Stann Creek

April 6, 2020 Florencio Paulino

Discover Restaurants offering the best Caribbean food in Stann Creek, Belize including Barracuda Bar and Grill at Beaches and Dreams, Hamanasi Restaurant, Maya Beach Hotel Bistro, The Coconut Husk, Ella's Cool Spot, Lucky Lobster Bar and Grill, Rick's Cafe, Chef Rob's Gourmet Cafe, Love on the Rocks, The Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar
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10. The Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar

Placencia Peninsula, Placencia Belize Caribbean, Bar, Seafood, International, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Highchairs Available, Table Service [email protected] +501 523-3476 http://www.larubeya.com/placencia-belize-restaurant/
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4 based on 225 reviews

The Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar

Laru Beya’s Placencia Belize restaurant and bar serves delicious meals and friendly service on a three-story wooden deck in an open air setting with splendid views of the infinity pool and Caribbean Sea. Staples of the Quarterdeck Restaurant include fresh

Reviewed By Danuza

We went to this hotel for dinner one night and we enjoyed the food, presentation and service. The ambient was nice and relaxed. Pool in front and a nice backyard of trees and flowers on the side. Tables and chairs were comfortable and they had 3 levels above ground, which made it romantic and interesting. Not ideal for younger active kids, but staff of the restaurant was very accommodating and understanding. The way we were treated made a big difference! It was a big plus. The place is expensive but the food tasted wonderful and was well presented. The lobster tail I had came in a nice glass cup. The picture is in my instagram danuza.aquino if you want to see it. It made me very happy! I also like the manager of grounds. He took time to greed us and explain the plants plus show us around. It was a nice experience altogether. I heard people say great things about the hotel in general but we were there just for dinner.

9. Love on the Rocks

The Beach at Parrot Cove Loge, Hopkins Belize Caribbean, Seafood, Central American Breakfast, Dinner, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Beach [email protected] +501 672-7272 http://chefrobbelize.com/index.php/love-on-the-rocks
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4 based on 651 reviews

Love on the Rocks

Watch your food being cooked on a 700F lava stone directly at your table. Stunning beach scene

Reviewed By 594gwenw

This is more a warning of eating seafood in summer months rather than a review of this lovely restaurant. We enjoyed our table looking out on the water and were intrigued by eating food cooked on 700 degree lava rocks. My fiancé ordered snapper and I ordered snapper and shrimp. It was delicious and our server was delightful. However, 3 hours later I was sick as was my fiancé a couple hours later. I quickly looked up seafood poisoning and learned that the toxins are normally carried in shellfish and can be also carried in fish that eat shellfish. (He only tried one of my shrimp). A restaurant has no way of knowing if a fish or shellfish is carrying the toxin and heat will not kill it. This happened to me in Key Largo 32 years ago in May when I ate shrimp. Be advised to stay away from seafood in the months without an “r”. So PLEASE TRY THIS RESTAURANT BUT BE CAREFUL WHEN EATING SEAFOOD FROM MAY THRU AUGUST.

8. Chef Rob's Gourmet Cafe

Parrot Cove Lodge, Hopkins Belize Caribbean, Seafood, Central American, International Dinner Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, Beach [email protected] +501 672-7272 http://www.chefrobbelize.com
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4 based on 1013 reviews

Chef Rob's Gourmet Cafe

Chef Rob changes his menu on a daily base inspired by the freshest products delivered to us by the ocean and the land. You can have your meals prepared in the kitchen, or cooked directly at your table on a 700F hot Rock, the 'Love on the Rocks' concept. E

Reviewed By Alex G

This is the place to go for fresh lobsters in Hopkins. Chef Rob is real gourmet chef, knows how to make the meal memorable. Both preparations of lobster were sublime, service friendly. Certainly, DO NOT FORGET to order seafood cappuccino. This is actually a soup! Inventive. All in all, the best dinner in Hopkins, and it doesn't come cheap, by Hopkins standards. Gotta do it once, though.

7. Rick's Cafe

Main Street Placencia Village Sidewalk, Placencia Belize Italian, American, Caribbean, Pizza Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +501 626-1425 https://www.facebook.com/rickscafeplacencia/
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4 based on 313 reviews

Rick's Cafe

Reviewed By loscatedrals

Food is good, quick and quality. Got my first salad in Belize from Ricks and it was very tasty! Kids got a pizza and the sauce was really good too. Neat selection of quesadillas. Service is fantastic!

6. Lucky Lobster Bar and Grill

Sittee River Road Lot 6, Hopkins Belize American, Caribbean, Bar, Seafood, Central American, International Dinner, Lunch, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table S +501 676-7777 http://www.facebook.com/LuckyLobsterBar
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4 based on 482 reviews

Lucky Lobster Bar and Grill

Lucky Lobster is a fun, open air beach bar serving great drinks and delicious food. We feature fresh locally inspired caribbean bar food with options to satisfy all appetites. Our establishment is kid friendly and has a great kid's menu too. We look forwa

Reviewed By AshleyJohn7723

Lovely restaurant and staff. Food is superb and staff is super accommodating with dietary needs and even a great kids menu. As the name implies, this IS THE place for lobster in Hopkins. Special Lobster Season menu and dishes are divine. The simply grilled tail is perfect, but you can't beat sharing the lobster mac 'n cheese. My son enjoyed the Gluten Free Crispy Chicken Chicklets and got a fun kids toy and "tattoo". Highly recommend.

5. Ella's Cool Spot

1000 South Main Street, Hopkins Belize Caribbean, Seafood, Central American Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +501 630-9662 https://www.facebook.com/Ellascoolspot/
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4 based on 137 reviews

Ella's Cool Spot

Reviewed By toddb517

We had lunch here and the food and service was excellent. The jerk chicken was very tasty and very spicy. Richard was a great server and we really enjoyed getting to know him. Would highly recommend this place.

4. The Coconut Husk

Front Street Coconut Row, Hopkins Belize Seafood, Caribbean, Bar, Pub, Central American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Takeout, Reservations, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +501 675-3000 http://www.coconutrowbelize.com/
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5 based on 101 reviews

The Coconut Husk

Beach restaurant and bar, in the center of Hopkins, where you can enjoy a great view of the Caribbean, tasteful meals prepared with fresh ingredients, and the best drinks in town!

Reviewed By allison62919

We loved the Husk! We stayed at Coconut Row so we wanted to try other places in town but most nights we agreed that the food here was better than other places in town. So yummy-the husk toast for breakfast is unique, the curry dishes for dinner are really good, and the lunch special is always something yummy!

3. Maya Beach Hotel Bistro

Maya Beach Mile Marker 15, Placencia Belize Caribbean, Seafood, International, Contemporary Brunch, Drinks, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront, Beach [email protected] +501 533-8040 http://www.mayabeachhotel.com/the-bistro/
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5 based on 1773 reviews

Maya Beach Hotel Bistro

We're certainly far from perfect, but we do try our best to create a winning experience for every single customer, whether they are hotel guests, Belizean neighbors or travelers staying at other hotels. Try pairing small plates with wines, choose from our

Reviewed By jreedaussie

We ate at Maya Bistro last night and it was a really lovely experience. Definitely more expensive than our lunch at a local food tent but so worth it. The combination of flavors was spot on and we got to sit right next to the beach with a strong breeze to keep us cool.We shared two appetizers and that was plenty of food. Then we finished our meal with a divine peanut butter brittle ice cream cake (the brittle was perfect, not too crunchy).There were a couple of cute strays that were begging at tables. My kid was entranced ☺️My only peeve was that the vodka I drank left me with a debilitating hangover the next morning (one drink only). It was supposed to be Tito’s but may have been one of the cheaper local brands Our check came to $72BZD for two ($36USD)

2. Hamanasi Restaurant

Hopkins/Sittee River Road, Hopkins Belize Caribbean, Seafood, International Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Outdoor Seating, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Free Wifi, Waterfront 5015337073 http://www.hamanasi.com
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5 based on 428 reviews

Hamanasi Restaurant

Reviewed By Michael L

I enjoyed every single meal at the Hamanasi Restaurant. Breakfast always hit the spot. I recommend refried beans with eggs -- the coconut oil used in the beans gives it a unique flavor. Lunch can be either be a light salad or something more substantial. I particularly liked the Caribbean rice and beans with chicken stew, though the fish tacos were not far behind. And the only issue I ever had with the three-course dinner was that sometimes I was almost too full for dessert. The catch of the day is always delicious but so are all the other choices.Plus the service -- everyone there is friendly, accommodating, cheerful, and skilled. From the cooks to the servers, it's a happy place.

6 Things to Do in Stann Creek That You Shouldn't Miss

1. Barracuda Bar and Grill at Beaches and Dreams

Beaches and Dreams Seafront Inn Lot 1, Sittee Point, Hopkins Belize Caribbean, Seafood, Central American Brunch, Drinks, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, Beach [email protected] +501 523-7259 http://www.beachesanddreams.com/belize-hopkins-restaurants
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4 based on 698 reviews

Barracuda Bar and Grill at Beaches and Dreams

The Barracuda brings together fine dining with a casual, seafront atmosphere. We have the most extensive brunch menu in Belize, including a daily breakfast buffet. In the evening, choose from our selections of fine seafood, steaks, and pasta. We also have

Reviewed By 249marciaa

This place was the perfect combo of setting (on the beach with a view of the dock), excellent service (thank you Milky and crew!) and fantastic food (plaintain encrusted snapper and pork chop). We had a fabulous time and would go again tonight if we weren’t leaving. Will definitely recommend this place to any friends coming to Hopkins. Thanks so much for taking the time to write the team. They work hard and this means a lot. I'll be sure to share it with them!

Stann Creek Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Stann Creek

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