Stuff you need
English is the official language, spoken everywhere.
The East Caribbean dollar was fixed in 1976 at an exchange rate of 2.7 per U.S. dollar. U.S. dollars are accepted everywhere but change will be in East Caribbean currency. Credit cards are taken at hotels and restaurants (not everywhere will accept Amex. Mastercard/Visa preferred). Stores will have all prices listed in East Caribbean dollars.
Budget
Moderate
- Uncle Ernie's on Shoal Bay beach; inexpensive local BBQ;
- Smitty's [1] in Island Harbor.
- Scilly Cay in Island Harbor; pronounced Silly Key; take a boat or swim out to this tiny island off the island.
- Roy's [2] above Crocus Bay; started by a British expat and his wife. Great bargain lunches on Fridays. Very well known for their fish and chips.
- The Pumphouse in Sandy Ground next to the old salt flats
- Johnno's is an Anguillan landmark, run by John (Johnno) on Sandy Ground beach. It is an open air bar, restaurant and at night a dance club on the beach, often with live local bands.
- Cora's Pepperpot formerly Pepperpot, is a restaurant serving some of the most authentic local dishes.
- Zara's, Shoal Bay - Listen to the Chef, Shamash, sing love songs in his kitchen while you watch him prepare your feast.
- Sandy Island, Sandy Ground, 476-6534 (Simone) for reservations.. A tiny offshore island where you're guaranteed a GREAT time! (Be brave and try the rum punch!!)
Splurge
- Michel Rostant at the Malliouhana [3] Incredible view, an awesome view and great food. Conde Nast traveler rated this restaurant 100 out of 100.
- Hibernia [4] Unique food, gracious hosts and a wonderful time always. Worth the drive!
- Blanchard's [5] Great decor, which is unfortunately undermined by the bland food.
- Mango's [6] Directly on the beach, with wonderful seafood.
- Straw Hat [7] Don't miss the crayfish here!
- Altamer [8] Delicious lobsters big as orbiting moons, great service.
- The Overlook [9]Formerly Cyril's Ovelook of Montauk/NY fame but now in the trusty hands of Deon. Fabulous seafood and great gazpacho soup!
The East Caribbean dollar was fixed in 1976 at an exchange rate of 2.7 per U.S. dollar. U.S. dollars are accepted everywhere but change will be in East Caribbean currency. Credit cards are taken at hotels and restaurants (not everywhere will accept Amex. Mastercard/Visa preferred). Stores will have all prices listed in East Caribbean dollars.
Costs
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