Good to know
Good to Know
- Veejays is a popular local institution best visited during lunch rush (starting 11:30am) for the freshest traditional dishes; many diners prefer to bring Eastern Caribbean currency (XCD) for better value than paying in USD
- The daily market in downtown Kingstown offers the best fresh fruits and vegetables at local prices
- Most budget and mid-range restaurants are cash-friendly; bring XCD notes rather than USD for better rates
- Kingstown's dining scene is split between traditional spots where locals eat standing at counters with coal pot cooking, and newer upscale restaurants in the hills featuring contemporary Caribbean cuisine
- Breadfruit and jackfish (the national dish) is typically best sourced at local restaurants like Pearl's Cuisine where it's prepared fresh daily
Supermarkets
Aunt Jobe's
- Location
- Kingstown
- Notes
- Better selection of fresh produce and refrigerated/frozen items
C.K. Greaves Supermarkets
- Location
- Upper Bay Street, Kingstown
- Notes
- Fresh produce, international brands, competitive prices. Hours: Mon-Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 7am-1:30pm
Bonadie Supermarket #2
- Location
- Middle Street & Egmont Street, Kingstown
- Notes
- Local and imported goods
Sunrise Supermarket
- Location
- Close to airport
- Notes
- Competitive prices for household products and general groceries
Budget
Veejays
- Price Range
- EC$30
- Neighborhood
- Lower Bay Street, downtown Kingstown
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Caribbean/Vincy cuisine - rotis, mutton stew, fish stew, curried goat, pelau
Pearl's Cuisine
- Price Range
- EC$30
- Neighborhood
- Upper Kingstown
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Breadfruit and jackfish (national dish), local specialties
High End
Flow Wine Bar and Kitchen
- Price Range
- EC$150
- Neighborhood
- Downtown Kingstown
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fine dining - fresh fish, pasta, international and Caribbean flavors with extensive wine list
Mona's Fine Cuisine
- Price Range
- EC$140
- Neighborhood
- Kingstown
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Locally sourced fresh Caribbean cuisine crafted with attention to detail
Mid Range
Basil's Bar and Restaurant
- Price Range
- EC$80
- Neighborhood
- Cobblestone Inn, Upper Bay Street
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fusion of local and European cuisine - steaks, fresh seafood, Caribbean flair
Sunshine Restaurant
- Price Range
- EC$75
- Neighborhood
- Frenches Gate area
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Caribbean cuisine - curry chicken, eggplant, rice dishes
Delivery Services
eHub SVG
- Notes
- Personal grocery shopping and island-wide delivery service
International Cuisine
Italian
- Description
- Pizza and pasta available at various restaurants including Flow Wine Bar and Kitchen
Chinese
- Description
- Chinese dining option at Chung Wua Chin
Middle Eastern
- Description
- Shawarma at Royal Shawarma and Middle Eastern flavors at various venues
Local Must Try Dishes
Breadfruit and Jackfish
- Description
- National dish - roasted breadfruit with pan-fried jackfish simmered in coconut milk with turmeric, thyme, garlic and green seasoning
Chicken Roti
- Description
- Flatbread wrap filled with curried chicken, served with rice and black beans
Saltfish and Plantains
- Description
- Boiled plantains mixed with flaked saltfish sautéed with bell peppers, onions and tomatoes
Callaloo Soup
- Description
- Thick soup made with dasheen leaves and coconut milk, traditional Caribbean preparation
Pelau
- Description
- Spicy one-pot dish with rice, vegetables and meat
Curried Goat
- Description
- Tender goat meat simmered in curry sauce, served with roti or rice
Vegan Vegetarian Dining
- Overview
- Limited but available vegan/vegetarian options in Kingstown's dining scene, with some traditional Caribbean restaurants offering plant-based preparations of local dishes.
Venues
Kings & Queens Ital Shop
- Neighborhood
- Kingstown
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Caribbean vegan cuisine
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