Restaurants and Bars

The Out Islands do not exactly offer up a wide variety of culinary options. Visitors can usually choose between seafood, seafood and, well, seafood. However, since the Out Islands offer some of the world's best fishing, you may never have tasted fish like this before.

Bahamian cuisine, which is primarily made up of locally caught delicacies, has a slightly British flavor. Conch fritters, conch salad and coconut shrimp are favorites. Cooking over an open flame is the method of choice, and barbecue grills can be found even on the most isolated cays. Local residents will testify that you have not eaten fish until you have caught, cleaned and grilled up your own Bahamian fish. However, if you do not wish to go that route, there are some dining (and drinking) options for the seafaring traveler. The relatively posh options tend to be attached to resorts, while causal independents provide a true taste of the Bahamas.

The Abacos

The vast and far-flung Abacos occasionally offer up a culinary treasure or two. Marsh Harbour's Abaco Beach Resort boasts the elegant Angler's, where the chef changes the menu with the catch of the day. Hope Town, by contrast, offers the legendary Harbour's Edge, where you can tie up your boat at the pier and stop in for conch fritters. There's also Cap'n Jacks, a lively spot to hear live music, have a beer and chow down on pub grub.

The Exumas

Those seeking four-star dining in lovely George Town can make a reservation at the Bistro at February Point, and enjoy fine seafood and an ocean view. The waterfront restaurant Club Peace & Plenty Restaurant has been serving fresh caught seafood to residents and visitors for years, becoming something of a local legend. On the casual side, the Two Turtles Inn offers barbecue and beer, even for the barefooted.

Eleuthera

Relaxed Angela's Starfish Restaurant serves up authentic Bahamian specialties to the folks in Eleuthera. Guests of the Unique Hotel gather with other wanderers at the Unique Village Restaurant & Lounge to swap stories and maybe have a steak, for a change.

The Biminis

Sports enthusiasts who wish to keep up on the mainland action can do so at Big Game Sports Bar, all while enjoying burgers, fries and booze. Those wanting something a little more upscale can head to the Anchorage Dining Room at the Bimini Blue Water Resort for elegantly prepared, but unpretentious seafood.