Seven
Experience the reefs, beaches, and cays off Providenciales your own way.
Turks and Caicos Restaurants
Providenciales
Unearth New Flavors
A Hub for Great Dining
There's no shortage of opportunites to enjoy an incredible meal in the Turks and Caicos Islands. There are over 60 great restaurants and cafés to discover on the culinary island of Providenciales, with offerings ranging from timeless local seafood dishes to international favorites.
You will find a range of cuisines, ambiances, and settings, from breezy oceanfront restaurants that are perfect for getting drinks to upscale gourmet establishments ideal for date nights or special occasions.
Best Restaurants
Gourmet Tastes
Fine Dining
While you can find gourmet dining on a few of the other main islands, Providenciales (also known as Provo) offers the best range of gourmet restaurants. There’s always a great restaurant or bistro to explore and new dishes to try.
Several fine dining restaurants are led by award-winning international chefs, who combine unique dining backgrounds from around the world with Turks and Caicos tastes.
Unbeatable View
Beachfront Dining
Beachfront dining is a must during your visit, whether you're looking for a relaxed lunch or for a romantic dinner. One of the best locations to dine beachfront is world-famous Grace Bay Beach, which boasts sparkling turquoise waters and miles of white sand.
Some fine dining restaurants are more casual, serving bar and grill fare and local cuisine, while others offer a more upscale atmosphere and gourmet menu. Ever-present is the peaceful Turks and Caicos breeze that blows year-round.
Coffee and Treats
Cafés and Bakeries
Fresh coffee is easy to find on Providenciales, whether you want a simple drip coffee to start the day or a fancy cappuccino or foam latté. Most cafés are in Grace Bay, with the earliest opening from 7:00 AM.
Grace Bay is also home to two bakeries that serve fresh bread and artisinal sourdough loaves, croissants, muffins, chocolatines, and baguettes. These tend to sell out early, so it's best to go in the morning.
Morning Indulgences
Breakfast and Brunch
There's a nice selection of breakfast and brunch spots to try on Providenciales, whether you're looking for a light meal of a croissant and coffee or a full continental brunch with a mimosa. Several beachfront restaurants offer weekly breakfast specials, allowing you to enjoy your omelette, eggs Benedict, or bagel and lox with a view.
Breakfast on Providenciales is typically served until 11:00 AM or 12:00 PM. A large number of themed brunches are held throughout the year on Providenciales, and often feature live entertainment.
Eat Like a Local
Authentic Turks & Caicos Cuisine
The favorite dishes and foods of the Turks and Caicos have traditionally been prepared from freshly caught seafood, local greens and produce, and imported rice and grains. The most popular seafood is queen conch, a giant sea snail prepared as fried conch fritters, conch salad, cracked conch, and more.
The local restaurants and the weekly island Fish Fry on Providenciales are well worth a visit to try conch, lobster, and traditional dishes like fish stews, pan-cooked fish with peas n' rice, and seafood chowders.
The Best Restaurants
Resort Dining
If you're looking for a resort that has great dining choices onsite, a few properties stand out. The Ritz-Carlton, located in central Grace Bay, offers four excellent restaurants and several bars. There’s BLT Steak, the fine Italian Casa Nonna with its extensive wine list, Coralli Restaurant, and Noori, which offers sushi, raw foods, and light fare. The resort also has an elegant lobby bar, a beachfront bar, a café, and the Beach Buggy, which serves refreshments in a casual and fun retro Volkswagen van.
Seven Stars also has nice dining options, with Seven, The Deck, and The Farm located on the grounds of the resort. Just down the road is The Terrace, which serves everything from conch salad and nachos to juicy burgers.
Turks & Caicos HotelsGreat Resort Restaurants
Choosing a resort with great onsite dining can do a lot to simplify your vacation. Most resorts offer options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The cuisines and the number of onsite restaurants varies widely. Some resort restaurants offer room service, while other do not.
Casa Nonna
Snorkel above zen reefs where turtles, rays, and even dolphins await.
Solana
End the day with a rum punch and tranquil sunset cruise off Providenciales.
The Farm on Grace Bay
Let the wind guide you to the reef and cays on a catamaran or sailboat cruise.
Lua Restaurant
Coast along calm ocean water with e‑foiling, a type of surfing that's easy to learn.
Infiniti Restaurant & Raw Bar
Reel in snapper, grouper, and jacks on a reef and bottom fishing charter.
BLT Steak
Battle tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, and marlin in the deep waters off the Caicos Banks.
Types of Cuisine
A wide array of cuisines and countries are represented in the dining scene of the Turks and Caicos. Whether you're in the mood for European flavors (Italian, French, Mediterranean, and contemporary fusion cuisine), Asian cuisine such as traditional Japanese sushi, Thai, and Indian—or even just the classic burger or pizza—there's a large selection of cuisines to choose from.
Featured Dishes
BLT Steak
Wagyu cowboy bone-in ribeye steak
Mangrove Bay Restaurant
Steamed local snapper
Casa Nonna
Saffron risotto with scallops, asparagus, and piccata sauce
Simone's Bar and Grill
Conch salad made from fresh local conch
Las Brisas Restaurant
Local lobster with baked potato and vegetables
Terra Mar Restaurant
Glazed Wagyu short rib with sweet potato pave
The Deck
Tacos with local wahoo and seasoned fries
Baci Ristorante
Wahoo with side salad
Noori
The nigiri
Restaurant Locations
Most establishments are located in the Grace Bay area within walking distance of many resorts and world-famous Grace Bay Beach. Several other areas offer restaurants that are worth exploring. Driving distances between these locations are typically 30 minutes or less, with Five Cays being the farthest from the Grace Bay area.
Grace Bay
Grace Bay Beach is the island's best beach, and has won Tripadvisor's World’s Best Beach award time and time again.
Long Bay
Several luxury resorts are located in Long Bay and have onsite fine dining options spanning Japanese, Peruvian, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisine.
Turtle Cove
You can find Italian, bar and grill, Caribbean, and fine dining cuisine in Turtle Cove, which is just 10 minutes by car from Grace Bay.
Five Cays
Several of the top island dining restaurants for conch, lobster, and fish are beachfront in this historic Providenciales settlement.
Blue Hills
Blue Hills is where you'll find the famous Conch Shack restaurant, which serves cracked conch in a colorful beachfront setting.
Restaurant Prices
Dining prices tend to be higher than equivalent restaurants in much of the United States, yet are on par with cities such as London, Toronto, and New York.
It's common to pay 22% or more in tax on your meal. Some restaurants charge additional fees, or an additional gratuity for large parties.
Exclusive Dining
Private Chef Services
The Turks and Caicos has numerous private chefs who prepare food from a range of cuisines, including local and Caribbean meals to European and Asian dishes. A private chef can be the perfect complement when staying at a villa and, of course, is likewise ideal for accommodating dietary and allergy restrictions.
Events and Weddings
Catering
dining is a must during your visit, whether you're looking for a relaxed lunch or for a romantic dinner. One of the best locations to dine beachfront is world-famous Grace Bay Beach, which boasts sparkling turquoise waters and miles of white sand.
Some fine dining restaurants are more casual, serving bar and grill fare and local cuisine, while others offer a more upscale atmosphere and gourmet menu. Ever-present is the peaceful Turks and Caicos breeze that blows year-round.
Saving a Seat
Making Reservations
Reservations are recommended for dinner at most of the Grace Bay and fine dining restaurants (Coco Bistro, for example, often books tables several weeks in advance). During the winter high season, availability may be limited at popular establishments, so it's best to book well in advance.
A great experience is going deep-sea sport fishing on a local charter and having a restaurant expertly prepare your catch. It’s difficult to surpass fresh tuna, mahi-mahi, and wahoo when it’s cooked right.
Where to Eat
Wondering where to eat? Looking through the local Dining Guide magazine published by the editors of Where When How magazine is one way to narrow down your search. This thorough guide has a listing of all restaurants on Providenciales and includes a sample menu with prices. It’s also free. You can find the Dining Guide at your hotel and at many local businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are restaurants able to accommodate dietary restrictions?
Many restaurants can accommodate special requests and diets. It's best to inquire before your visit, so the kitchen can ensure the appropriate ingredients are available. On Providenciales, it's easy to find a restaurant with at least a few vegetarian options.
How expensive is it to eat out on Providenciales?
Eating out on Providenciales can cost as little as $60 per person per day, but can easily go upwards of $250 per person per day. The vast majority of food in the Turks and Caicos Islands is imported. Combined with government taxes, dining in Turks and Caicos is expensive.
What is the legal drinking age in Turks and Caicos?
The minimum drinking age in the Turks and Caicos is 18 years old. Persons appearing younger may be asked for an ID.
Is the food safe to eat in Turks and Caicos?
The food is generally safe to eat throughout the islands. Most food is flown in directly from the United States, and the risk of contracting a foodborne or waterborne illness in the country is relatively low compared to destinations such as the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Bali.
When is the best time to visit the Turks and Caicos?
The best time to visit the Turks and Caicos Islands is during February, March, or April, which is when the weather is typically best and virtually all tourism businesses are open. Many restaurants close during the September and October slow season (locally known as silly season). Expect fewer dining options if you visit during this time.
Do Turks and Caicos restaurants require reservations?
Some Turks and Caicos restaurants require reservations, while others do not. The more casual beachfront restaurants and local cuisine places rarely require reservations. It's recommended to book your table in advance if you plan to dine at one of the fine dining establishments. Some restaurants, such as Casa Nonna, Caicos Café, and The Deck, can book up several days in advance.
What payment methods do Turks and Caicos restaurants accept?
The vast majority of restaurants in Turks and Caicos accept payment via major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, and American Express) and via cash. It's best to travel with cash if you plan to visit the other islands, as ATMs are either nonexistent or in short supply. A few restaurants only accept credit cards and not cash (such as Shay Café in Grace Bay and Bugaloo's Conch Crawl), and some only accept cash as payment.
Do restaurants in Turks and Caicos separate the bill?
Sit-down restaurants in Turks and Caicos rarely accommodate separate bills. Some restaurants will allow you to split the bill evenly among members of your party.
Are there any hidden fees or taxes?
The Turks and Caicos Government charges a tourism tax of 12% on all tourist stays in the islands (except for Beaches and Club Med, which charge 7.5%), which applies to resort restaurants. All Turks and Caicos hotels must also charge a 10% service fee. Expect to pay at least 22% tax if you're dining at a resort restaurant. Some restaurants may charge additional fees for larger parties.
Is tipping required at Turks and Caicos restaurants?
It's standard and expected to tip 15% for service in the Turks and Caicos. Most restaurants charge a 10% service fee, which is split among the server, chefs, and service team. Tips are not required at the all-inclusive resorts.