Holetown

Holetown is a small city located in the Caribbean island nation of Barbados. Holetown is located in the parish of Saint James on the sheltered west coast of the island. Wikipedia.
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1Zaccios

4.2
(1336)
4.0
(2070)
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Restaurant
Zaccios is a popular casual ocean-front dining spot located on a beautiful beach in Holetown. The restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring vegetarian options, seafood, fish, pizza, and pasta. It's known for its vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere and is frequented by both locals and visitors. With an additional location in Bathsheba, St. Joseph, Zaccios provides a bustling beach bar experience with decent pricing and great quality dishes.
Ok. This is a must eat do if you are staying nearby. We had lunch here. Wish we had found it before our last day. We would have eaten here many more times. Restaurant is right on the beach. Great staff. Chef prepares amazing meals. Fresh tasty. I had my doubts that a roti could be worth $20US, but I was wrong. It was meet filled and the size of a small baby. It could have fed the two of us. We will be back
Robert McKee — Google review
Best pizza in Barbados plantain nachos very good. Calamari is OK.
bruce perron — Google review
We were able to get a nice table by the shore for sunset. The food was good, we ordered the mussels, shrimp and tuna tacos. Minus one star for the usual lackadaisical Barbadian service. Go here for the view, decent food but expect slow uncaring service.
Warren S — Google review
One of my favourite restaurants and bars. The bar staff and waiters are great, food excellent and the ambience and beach position amazing! We had a breakfast here, dinner and 3 happy hour (4pm to 6pm) watching the sunset over the sea. absolutely a must for any holiday. Also very reasonably priced for its location. I really can’t understand how anyone can give this place less than 5 stars!!
Stephen Tarrant — Google review
Very nice meal here. Service was a little slow but everyone seemed cheerful so was all ok!
James Nichols — Google review
Delicious food and great service! We are from NYC and decided to taste local burgers. We really enjoyed our food. The burger was so juicy, and the fish sandwich was so crispy. Definitely will be back again to try everything else on the menu 😋
Tatyana Mudraya — Google review
Such a beautiful location right on the beach. Great service, tasty cocktails and delicious pizza with a thin crispy crust. Suggest reservations to secure your spot for sundown or dinner.
Margaret Clayton — Google review
First place we go when we land, best rum punch on the island, shared chicken burger and fries as not terribly hungry but there was stacks of food with amazing coleslaw. Booked back in for Saturday!!
Poppy Douglass — Google review
This got to be one of the most finest restaurants I've ever tried the food there was so great, the pizza was on point and not to mention the French fries with roasted chicken, the meals tasted so good I couldn't even finish it and took it home with me to Savour each bite. I also liked the ice cream cake it was the first ice cream cake I've tried and it tasted like exactly how I dreamed of it tasting the inner kid inside of me was very happy with the cake 10/10 would dine again 🫶
Josiah — Google review
Perfection!!! The food was excellent, the drinks were great. The staff was great. They did very well to serve a party of 9. They were even kind enough to take our pictures. The macaroni pie was amazing 😋 best I had the entire trip. Dolphin was DELICIOUS
Angeline Sings — Google review
It's was a great calming experience by the beach. Th food was great. The ambience perfect and the weather chilly. Loved it.
Lourianne Graham-Carter — Google review
Edit: we went there for the second time at 4 pm on 7 of march. We weren’t seated. Waiters were impolite. There were many free tables but they asked us to seat at the small table near to the bar. No one came to take the order. Last time there. I’m leaving the previous opinion cause the food was nice. Only one star left. ( I’ve had one of the best fish and chips in my life here. ( had some in UK to :) ). Burgers are also nice. Chicken roti was tasty as well)
Marek Piotr Wójcicki — Google review
Absolutely adore this place. The food was spot on but most of all we had excellent service with a friendly smile from everyone we encountered. Sadly it's not the case in many places in Barbados so THANKYOU for making our last meal on the island a very special one.
Victoria — Google review
Decent pricing and great quality + variety of dishes. Also has a beach behind and a great view. Ended up going 3 times in our stay - a must visit if you're near the west coast. They do breakfast too!
ablob — Google review
Food was OK, I enjoyed the flying fish, pasta pie was OK. Although we were assured from our server we would receive the Best service....that wasn't our experience.
Brad Nelson — Google review
I visited Zacchio's Beach Bar and Restaurant on Sunday for the Holetown Festival's net throwing competition held on the beach behind and had a good time. The bar offers a view of the ocean, but it can get hot in the evenings without protection from the sun, except for a solitary coconut tree. However, you can enjoy a front-row seat for a beautiful sunset and find relief from the sun by sitting at the bar on the inside. My only critique is I believe offering one unique vegan dish would enhance the menu. Apart from the usual fries, salad and spring rolls, the current vegan options include plantain nachos (which could possibly be veganized if you don't have the sour cream dressing). There's also a mention of tempura veg, although I'm cautious since tempura batter typically contains eggs. Despite this, the atmosphere was great. I went alone but ended up having engaging conversations with a number locals and tourists. A bartender, Brittany, served me a drink we invented called "Blood and Water" and vowed to take the recipe to her grave. Despite being super-busy and understaffed (so there were some understandable delays), the bartenders remained cheerful and interactive. Overall, I had a fantastic time and would highly recommend it.
Pathways2Paradise — Google review
The experience there was amazing, good food and good quality customer service experience. Loved everything about Zaccios. It was my birthday and they surprised me with dessert free of cost.
Glenda King — Google review
$$$ Good dinning experience. You won’t go wrong. Having live music was a plus
Ennis Sigler — Google review
Highway 1, Holetown, Saint James Barbadoshttp://www.zacciosrestaurant.com/+1 246-432-0134Zaccios reservations

2Little Bristol Beach Bar

4.4
(305)
4.5
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Bar
The Little Bristol Beach Bar is a great place to have a drink and watch sport. It has good atmosphere, friendly clientele, and good beer.
Great bar and a good place watch sport. Would recommend
Ronan Laycock — Google review
Good venue, lots of tourists Friday night. But rip off prices $15.00 for single shot of local rum with coke!! - go on the south side, similar venue $6.00, your money will go much further with the same if not better fun . ....But I guess they know tourists in that area will pay for it!!
Jumi Jumi — Google review
Great little place with views of the ocean. Service was one of the best we’ve had in Barbados, and they have live sport available if you’re sitting at the bar too.
Rahul Kini — Google review
PERFECT FOOD! PERFECT VIEW! STRONG RUM PUNCH!! (3 was dangerous!! 2 is enough!) Absolutely perfect experience here! Will be back this weekend! Xo
renee pratt — Google review
This place is located on the west coast. I recommend that u arrive early before the band starts to make sure u get a table. This place also has the perfect spot to watch a sunset. Food is delicious, service is amazing
Christine S — Google review
Food was amazing. Catch of the day was Barracuda. Perfectly cooked. We've been all over the island and it was by far the best lunch we had in 2 weeks. Kids ate fries and burgers. Fries was also perfect. Nice little beach with a shower to wash off and great little bar with ice cold beers. Best place we've gone to since being here with the kids.
Gary Roney — Google review
The bar has the best servers/waitresses on the island, and that’s saying something! They are super attentive and made us want to come back regularly. A must visit, also the only spot that has a cross breeze which is a bonus!
Keith Williams — Google review
Excellent Friday night, the live music was fantastic, the clientele were friendly and the beer good 👍
Elizabeth Hunter — Google review
Great place right on the beach. Our family of 4 tried a variety of menu options - all were great. No complaints whatsoever - food was great value, view was amazing and service was excellent. This place strikes a really good balance between good food and good value which is what you need in places like Barbados where it’s often considerably cheaper to shop locally and cook yourself in your apartment!
David Perez — Google review
Love this place. It’s friendly, prices are decent, there’s a good mix of tourists and locals, music is fun but not too loud, regular live music nights, great sea view. Had the fish cakes and they were hot, tasty and plentiful. Enough for two to share.
Lara Hewitt — Google review
Lovely beachfront bar with decent cocktails and very friendly service. Food is simple but tasty, particularly the Asian tuna salad. Unfortunately, for the simplicity of the premises, prices are excessive in my opinion. Fisherman’s Pub nearby is more authentic, simpler in the Bajan food offerings and costs about a third. Still recommended.
Peter Monarchist — Google review
A nice hideway and chillspot perfect for a casual lunch. The service from Tonya was wonderful. Saturdays and Sundays around 6pm live music to dance the night away. Would definitely recommend, simply vibes!
Jaamal Chadderton — Google review
Nice little beach bar, staff very friendly and great food at reasonable prices. Highly recommend and will definitely be back.
Mark Witheridge — Google review
Great Sunday evening entertainment plus that beautiful sunset view
Deborah B — Google review
Speightstown, Saint Peter Barbadoshttp://littlebristol.restaurantsnapshot.com/+1 246-439-1592

3Paul Owens At The Beach House

4.2
(514)
4.0
(1981)
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Fine dining restaurant
Restaurant
The beach house restaurant, which is the creation of chef Paul Owens, is a wonderful place to enjoy the ocean views while dining on creative and inspired meals. The chefs and in-house staff are dedicated to ensuring you have a great experience, and the restaurant has become one of new favourites on Barbados.
What a magical evening we had at Paul Owens at The Beach House! We can now officially say that we properly celebrated our milestone birthdays (big 5-0) and everything else that we missed over the past few years. The food was amazing, the service was off the charts, the view was breathtaking (we didn't want to leave) and our super attentive waiter even brought us a belated birthday treat to cap off a spectacular night! If Barbados is part of your travel plans, you must treat yourself to this experience! 🍽️🍷♥️
Jason Janes — Google review
The good and service was good. But the place is avg and over priced in my opinion, nothing exceptional about it. There was live music, again the had a lot of service staff that were attentive.
Adiasha Richards-Thornhill — Google review
Hi Maurice I’d like to take a moment and thank all at The Beach House for an exceptional evening. The food service and whole experience was just perfect. I have enjoyed Paul’s menus before, some years ago at The Cliff and was unsure about going elsewhere this time for my partners birthday celebration but it was on the nail. Please thank the whole team who took care of us from the moment the car was valet parked to the moment we left. A very enjoyable experience.
Stuart Moss — Google review
Nice view, but food is average, portions are very small,prices are high for the quality of the food and size of the portions, unfortunately nothing special.
Evelina — Google review
Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Fernando and the entire team were a delight…they were personable and attentive. The meal was exquisite…sea scallops to start, curry shrimp and catch of the day entrees. Surprise anniversary dessert. Setting is right on the water with beautiful view. The ambiance is very comfortable…upscale without be pretentious. Great vibe. Looking forward to returning. Highly recommended. PS the drink is called A Bajan Ting…fantastic. Thank you for your wonderful contribution to our 35th wedding anniversary.
Mike Speranzini — Google review
I’ve been here more times than I can count, including for a wedding. What a great location. My most recent visit was for Mother’s Day and it was one of the first times going out since COVID and having a baby and I was not disappointed that we selected here, the food was exceptionally delicious, especially our main courses (see pictures below). I would recommend for a nice lunch so you can enjoy the food and the go for a walk on the boardwalk after.
Leandra Jones All Around Barbados — Google review
I had an amazing Birthday dinner. The food was spectacular the service first class and the ambiance breathtaking. With your dinner table overlooking the sea and the sound of waves crashing against the rocks who could ask for a better backdrop for an amazing meal.
nicola smith — Google review
Visited The Beach House in 2019 and enjoyed the evening. Was great to revisit and see the changes that have been made. Wow, the food was superb and such good value. We had a lovely night, lovely setting, great service with all that on top of the amazing food, this place is a must visit. The Rum Baba dessert is also a must try. Will look forward to returning on my next visit to the island.
Natasha O Gorman — Google review
Lovely place. We booked last minute for Sunday lunch and managed to get a table looking over the sea. Valet parked the car. Service and food amazing. Tandoori seared Tuna delicious, followed by catch of the day
nick harris — Google review
Gorgeous environment and dishes. Amazing food: appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drinks! Staff is so friendly and attentive.
Rachel Michael — Google review
Would have given 5* but we queried our bill and they admitted there was a $90 error, but it was a reduction not a charge. So they ended up charging us the higher amount. Any restaurant I've been to where this has happened they would apologise for the mistake and give you it at the lower rate. Probably one of the most expensive restaurants I've been to, it was ok. Food was fantastic, ambient music was spot on. Servers and restaurant manager for customer service was lacking.
Alan Aim — Google review
Wow a beautiful setting right on the shore. Food is excellent and service perfect. It is expensive but you get what you pay for. Highly recommend 👌
Rinaldo Besate — Google review
Possibly my favourite restaurant in Barbados. Cannot fault the food or the service. More great views, cracking cocktails, and attentive staff.
Leo Donovan — Google review
Renowned Chef Paul Owen's invites you to a fine dining experience. You must check this place out by the ocean if you visit Barbados.
Geeta Chand — Google review
Nice place, beautiful setting. Staff friendly and very attentive. The food does not match the price unfortunately, but nothing special to agree with the price.
raymond jones — Google review
Staff is friendly, food was fabulous, there was a live singer when we were there, Sunday around 3pm. If you're in Mullins Bay, you should eat there. It is fine dining, but worth trying. I had the Beet Carpaccio salad which was to die for!!
Michelle Lindsey — Google review
Holetown, Saint James Barbadoshttps://paulowensatthebeachhouse.com/+1 246-432-1163

4The Roti Den

4.2
(273)
4.0
(340)
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Caribbean restaurant
The Roti Den in Paynes Bay is a popular spot known for its authentic West Indian cuisine, particularly its flavorful and spicy rotis. While the space is limited, it's perfect for a quick and casual meal or takeout. Visitors rave about the freshly made roti skins cooked to perfection and the friendly, laid-back staff. The restaurant offers a variety of curry options and fresh juices, making it a great place to enjoy a delicious meal with a lovely breeze coming through the windows.
Truly a hidden gem! The vegan/ vegetarian food is delicious and great value for money and the people who run this place are a delight. The lady who works nearly everyday making the roti’s made us feel so welcome. One of the highlights of our holiday.
Active G — Google review
Stopped in for dinner and had the lamb curry. All the food is served to you from a buffet style setup. Food was temperature hot and the curry was tasty. Normal uninspired Barbados service.
Warren S — Google review
This was the highlight of our meals in Barbados. How can something so simple bring so much joy? Joyce and her crew provided us with our favourite meal during our vacation. We ate at several highly rated restaurants along the west coast but this local, simple restaurant gave us the best experience. The shrimp roti was our favourite. Highly recommend!
Jennifer Klein — Google review
Loved our visit to the Roti Den. We had a great welcome, fabulous tasty food (I had goat and vegetable curry and rice) and plentiful portions. Absolutely delicious. A real taste of Barbados.
Jeanette Hawrot — Google review
Little gem of a place in Barbados that serves pure authentic food. Chicken curry, veg curry etc wrapped in soft roti. So delicious 😋 Also pineapple coleslaw 🤤 and home made fries. Plenty else on the menu. A must eat place !!!
Swet Lii Pat — Google review
I've been recommended to try the roti den so many times in the past. I finally made it and it was pretty good. The roti skins were made fresh on the spot and cooked to golden perfection. The staff was very layed back and chill, very friendly as well. Definitely will be back
Khyle Ramnath — Google review
Stopped by as heard it was good and not disappointed. It’s no frills but perfectly comfortable and clean. Our delicious Goat Curry came quite quickly and staff very friendly, would be happy to make a return visit.
PAUL SANDERS — Google review
Had a roti and beer for lunch. Very tasty but a bit pricey.
Lucien Seguin — Google review
We had a couple of the vegetable rotis and we’re not disappointed. Crammed full of filling and flavour. We walked over to the beach and ate them with the beautiful view. We will definitely be going back.
Karen Hunter — Google review
A beautiful place to eat, we had a lovely breeze coming through the windows! The ladies are all so kind and friendly too. Wonderful experience for my second time. I had the chicken and veg Roti which is incredible and my partner had the all lamb Roti which had a lot of bones in.
Jessica May — Google review
Nice place to have roti or rice plate with different curry. The seating place is really nice. They also do fresh juices. Parking available on rear . Four meals and four juices for 188BD. Not bad at all. Friendly service and did not have to wait long.
tavinder chana — Google review
Everything was full of flavor and the people were so friendly very small but big portions I had the curry lamb plate it was so tender and seasoned to perfection
mercides sandifer- hogsett — Google review
lovvvvveeeeee it. I enjoyed it so much i went back the next day. the strawberry lemonade is so good. the curry goat tastes amazing. The shrimps do too.
Courtney Courtney — Google review
The food was great honestly, I dear to say the best rotis in Barbados. Order the rum punch with your meal you won't be sorry. Friendly nice staff, parking available, kids friendly. Accepts debit cards as well.
Jabarie Roach — Google review
Fantastic people, fantastic food! A definite great stop with an ice cream shop right next door! Our daughter was in heaven as were we. Thank you again for turning the fan on for us out of towners!! 😊
Crystal Clark — Google review
Highway 1, Saint James Barbadoshttps://therotiden.com/+1 246-432-6030

5Just Grillin' Sunset Crest

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Grill
Just Grillin' Sunset Crest is a great place to get your food on. The ribs are fall off the bone and delicious, as is the grilled shrimp. The catch of the day (marlin) was also worth trying out. That's everything on their menu, but it all tastes better than it costs. Their rum punches are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're flavorful nonetheless.
Tasty Bajan food at decent prices. Outdoor space or airy inside with ‘high tables’. High chairs with working straps a bonus as our little one will try to climb out of everything. Mahi mahi was well done and tasty. And the Rum punch was kicking. Server came over to check that our baby was secure which was an unexpected but much appreciated extra touch.
Annette Almocado — Google review
Great local food, fast service! Mamy place to sit inside or outside. Food is quite good, portion are big and the prices are really ok. I’m not a fan of their rum punch though.
Ela G. — Google review
The first night there I got jerk chicken and ribs with Mac n cheese. Ribs were phenomenal. The next time was eh, they were real busy and the quality suffered. I’d still recommend though.
sam hall — Google review
This place has excellent food. The ribs fall off the bone and are delicious! The grilled shrimp is also worth the visit, as is the marlin (catch of the day). That's everything at my table but they all were more the worth the price. The rum punch was a bit too sweet but was flavorful. The quality was better than the price but for a sit down restaurant at this price point (approx. $50 per person with a round of rum punches) , I would have preferred table service.
Dwayne Brathwaite — Google review
We got takeaway one evening then dined in the next. The food was fresh, grilled perfectly and delicious!! Possibly the best shrimp I’ve tasted! The fish Caesar salad was really good. And grilled catch of the day. Great system to be efficient and a nice atmosphere. We’d eat here again for sure!
Jenelle Quigley — Google review
Jerk Chicken sandwich was delicious, grilled potatoes were very plain. Most of the staff barely acknowledged us and were quite rude, except the lady clearing tables. Of all the places on the island we’ve eaten this was the longest we had to wait for food. Would visit again for takeout only.
J91 — Google review
Good music, extremely tasty, watch out for the chickens running around. Go in and order, they’ll call out your number over the loud speaker. You get a big plate of food (a main and 2 sides). If you get the grilled vegetables you’ll get a piece of corn (so don’t order corn as a side). The drinks are great too, had a mango daiquiri. Jerk chicken is good (too spicy for the kids), cheeseburger is amazing!
Lewi Hussey — Google review
Good food, clean place, service was reasonably good, no long waiting and the place is attractive. What got my attention was the I could smell the cooking just driving by and that why I visited and I wasn't disappointed. Only draw back is that you collect your food instead of being served which would create an opportunity for tipping
dwight davis — Google review
Amazing local food, reasonably priced and big portions
Tabitha Humphries — Google review
changed alot in a few years but still ok! grilled potatoes need more salt and pepper unfortunately they don’t have any taste😭 but everything else was great
Jada — Google review
I'm a regular at this location and the Hastings spot. Bottom line is that the food is consistently good and the portions are always very decent. The prices are reasonable too. This location is great, set back off the road and quieter than most. It a park like setting. The staff is always professional and courteous. Always a strong recommend for a dependably good meal. Even better with good company.
Scott Kinder — Google review
Had a really nice meal here with friends. Place your order at the kiosk and they call out your number when it's ready. Lots of seating inside and out and seems well run and clean. Very authentic, tasty food and quicker, easier and cheaper than a formal restaurant.
Rob Winter — Google review
Tasty food in good portions for a reasonable price. Not too long to wait!
Mike Bailey — Google review
Great food, honestly worth getting a takeaway from here. There are tables to sit at but, it’s basic. You place your order at the counter and wait for your receipt number to be called. Food is amazing and take it back home or to your villa.
raymond jones — Google review
The serving staff are awesome all smiles very courteous but when I went yesterday after 3 o clock the cashier has a bad attitude. BUT ......THE FOOD IS ALWAYS GREAT!!!! BIG HAIL TO THE COOKS and or chef everything Tastes great 👍 👌 🙌
Virgene Bridgeman — Google review
Basic restaurant but delicious food. Recommend the jerk chicken sandwich, yum. Also the coleslaw is the best I've tasted anywhere. Recipe required please
Kaz Keay — Google review
Highway 1, Holetown, Saint James Barbadoshttp://www.justgrillinbarbados.com/+1 246-432-5410
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