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When frequent visitors or residents are asked to name their favorite restaurant on St. Thomas the answer inevitably is never just one. Experienced chefs on the island create mouth-watering entrees. The selection they offer varies from continental cuisine to French, Chinese, Japanese, Caribbean, Italian and Mexican foods, just to name a few. Several restaurants are located in Charlotte Amalie and Frenchtown. Those located along the hillsides above Charlotte Amalie offer spectacular views of the harbor at night. Red Hook is another popular destination for restaurants. All large hotels have at least one restaurant and resorts often have several. So many restaurants and so little time. You can definitely dine at a different restaurant every day of your vacation!
Hervé Restaurant & Wine BarA panoramic view of the harbor at sunset and the twinkling lights of the historic town by night await you at this top, gourmet landmark. Hervé opened 14 years ago and has been highly acclaimed in THE NEW YORK TIMES, FROMMER'S, FIELDING'S, FODOR'S, GOURMET MAGAZINE AND TRAVEL + LEISURE. WINE SPECTATOR "Award of Excellence" for their wine list. 25 wines by the glass. Most recently, VI DAILY NEWS readers voted Hervé "Best Creative Cuisine in the Virgin Islands, 2009." The cuisine is a mix of French and American with Caribbean influences - extensive seafood choices. A mature, professional wait staff makes this a popular venue for family and corporate special events. For a memorable dining experience, reserve Hervé Restaurant. True fine dining.
Paradise PointLocated at the top of the skyride overlooking beautiful Charlotte Amalie Harbor the views from Paradise Point are spectacular, in fact Paradise Point boasts one of the best views on St. Thomas! It is a great place to relax, indulge in a nice lunch or snack from the casual menu. Of course savor one of Paradise Point's famous drinks the Baileys Bushwacker. Paradise Point is voted the #1 spot for frozen drinks in the Best of the Virgin Islands annual review! Paradise Point and the Skyride open ship days 9am-5pm; Wednesdays 9am-9pm. Call for schedule.
Restaurants vary greatly on the island. Dinner prices (for 2 people, including a minimal bar tab) ranges from $25-$40 for casual bar/restaurant to $50-$100 for a more formal restaurant and up to $125+ for appetizers, dinner and desert at a restaurant with great dining/view/service. Tip for wait staff is usually 18% of total bill. Parties of 6 or greater often have tip automatically added to the bill by the restaurant; the 6 party tip added is usually between 15-18%.
Caribbean food is a unique cuisine. Influenced by the various peoples who settled in the islands. It includes a large number of seafood and ground provisions. More on Local Foods
The most popular food event is Carnival Food Fair. If you are visiting during a Carnival celebration be sure to attend. Dozens of booths are set up serving all sorts of local favorites including pates, lobster, fish, kallalo and more. They also serve local drinks and deserts too! Agriculture Fair is another good opportunity to sample local foods and deserts. Other food events include the annual Chilli Cook Off, which usually takes place in late summer. Visit the Events Schedule for more information on these and other local events.
