Anytime you go on a trip, one of your main interests is the availability and the quality of food. Bermuda offers a wide range of the best cuisines that you can find all over the world. From native Bermudian to French to Italian, you will certainly find a restaurant that will cater to your preferences. If you are the adventurous type when it comes to eating, you can even find restaurants that offer fusion cuisine. Indeed, one thing you can be sure of when you go to Bermuda is that you will never go hungry. Here are some of the top restaurants in this wonderful place.
Ascot’s
Acknowledged by people from different countries as one of the best in Bermuda, Ascot’s is housed in an old 19th century home. The ambience is perfect for a romantic evening or a dinner party. Dine in elegance as you lounge on Queen Anne chairs and take in the view of their lush gardens. Savor the flavors of the Mediterranean and Continental cuisine as you are waited on by hospitable and experienced staff. The food takes advantage of the abundant seafood available in Bermuda. They also have daily offerings for vegetarians. Desert should not be missed, with their rich variety of seasonal fruits. It is recommended that you call in for reservations. Dress code is smart casual to semi-formal. Ascot’s serves lunch from noon to 2:30 pm from Monday to Friday and dinner from Monday to Saturday from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
Black Horse Tavern
Have a taste of native Bermudian food at this cozy restaurant on St. David’s Island. Quite popular with the local crowd, Black Horse Tavern offers dining either within a glassed-in porch or out on the deck, where you can be closer to the beach. The specialty is seafood, which is normally abundant in Bermuda. They do have excellent steaks and burgers as well, if that’s what you prefer. If you drop by this place, do try their famous Bermuda Triangle – a mixture of pineapple juice, black rum, orange juice, and Bermuda gold liqueur. This is the perfect place for good food and casual atmosphere. Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 11 am to 1 am and Sunday 12 noon to 1 am.
Chopsticks
Feeling the craving for Chinese food? Then Chopsticks is the place to go in Bermuda. They have the traditional Peking duck (order 24 hours in advance) and even offer green Thai curry. Enjoy the rich Chinese flavors infused in the freshest seafood available. Dress code is smart casual. Open from Monday to Friday from 12 noon to 2:30 pm and daily from 5 pm to 11 pm.
Little Venice
The best Italian restaurant in town, Little Venice has also been cited by the New York Times as the best place to eat in Bermuda. You can eat inside the restaurant or dine out on the terrazzo to enjoy the cool breeze. Have a taste of authentic Italian food together with a glass of only the best wine. Dress code is smart casual. They are quite strict about this so dress properly when you come to visit!