"Buzz is one of the newer restaurants in Rodney Bay, but the owner, Pat Bowden, has many years of experience in the business and, combined with her chef of many years, Marie, together they have created a delightful and innovative menu which will not disappoint you. The food is beautifully presented on dishes of varying shapes, sizes and colours, all of which will contribute to making your evening at Buzz extra special. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating and, as the name implies, is abuzz with activity – reservations are recommended."

House specialties include Lobster & Crab Cakes, Homemade Raviolis (e.g. Spinach or Lobster) and to follow Moroccan Lamb Shanks, Pecan Crusted Chicken or for something more local West Indian Pepperpot and Seafood Creole. There are succulent Char-grilled Steaks and BBQ Baby Back Ribs for the meat lovers and a great selection of pastas, salads and vegetarian dishes. Fresh fish is delivered daily; Seared Tuna, Potato Crusted Red Snapper, Grilled Dorado and Fresh Lobster are only a few examples. The Wine List is simple but extensive enough for all tastes. The House Wines are excellent. Desserts are a must and all made on the premises. What about Caribbean crème Brulee or Chocolate Brandy Ginger Cheesecake? How can you resist?

Now that Pat is into her fourth year at Buzz she is once again ready for a change! No, not a new restaurant – a fresh new look for Buzz. (As we all know, this is her fifth successful restaurant on the island!) When discussing this with her, she was not forthcoming about the details! Sounds exciting and quite drastic – no choice, but to see for ourselves, but Pat assured us that diners will still be able to choose the cozy intimate restaurant or dine under a fairy lit marquee in the garden.

Buzz is open daily from 5:00pm. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FROM DECEMBER 1 TILL MARCH 31. CLOSED FOR SUNDAY BRUNCH. Reservations are a must. Telephone: 458-0450 Credit Cards accepted.

Basils Restaurant is decorated in casually elegant Caribbean style with clay pots, Spanish tiles, and white linen. Our highly qualified British Chef changes the menu weekly. Only the best seasonal and freshest ingredients are used to create incredible Caribbean fusion cuisine - absolutely the cutting edge in Caribbean Gastronomy.

Cocktales Bar in the centre of Basils, features a hilarious list of over 30 cocktails and shooters, some of which are named after local personalities, Politicians and events. Ask about our daily jokes and specials or guess the answer to the daily riddle and win a free "concoction of the day."

Cocktales also has a Great bar lounge with cozy sofas, games, book swap, TV, Video, and free Internet Access. Open every day from 7:00 am to 11:00pm. Daily happy hour from 5-7pm and TGIF (thank God it's Friday) happy hour from 5:00pm until. Tel: 452-8711.

If 32oz is not enough Big Chef will cut a bigger one, as big as you can handle. Order the steak challenge and if you consume a 32oz rib or strip steak in full, you will get a certificate and enter the rank of "Big Steak Master", plus get a free one pound rib or strip steak.

Big Chef has created outstanding sauces like Au Poivre with green pepper corns, bourgogne and cognac/foie gras.  All steaks are seasoned with Big Chef's unique secret spice, a flavour never matched. He is there every day except Sunday (closed) to make sure everything is well marinated, including the chef. Everything is very reasonably priced.

After the main course, Mrs. Chef will tempt you with the most heavenly home made cheesecakes.

A very small cozy place with lots of atmosphere and soothing dinner music, acclaimed by guests as best dinner value and quality in the world. Open from 6 pm except Sunday. Visa/Mastercard & American Express accepted. Reservations call 450-0210.

New World cuisine, the marriage of the freshest Caribbean ingredients with simple yet exquisite, French cooking methods is The Coal Pot's trademark. At lunch, a daily special is served alongside dishes like Greek and shrimp salads. Fresh, local fish prepared in a variety of excellent sauces is an ideal lunch choice. Dinner, with linen service, is a relaxed affair. Coquilles St. Jacques and smoked salmon add a continental flair to local delicacies, such as curried chicken served in a coconut shell. There is also a selection of fine wine.

The Coal Pot's ambiance is as special as the cuisine. The walls of the wood and stone open-air structure are decorated with colorful Caribbean art. These acrylic and water designs are Michelle's imaginative creations. Just a few feet away from the dining tables, the waters of the Vigie marina lap against the coral stone beach. On full moon nights, tables are set under the stars. The Coal Pot is not only a food lover's delight but an intimate place to lunch and dine.

An extension of The Coal Pot is the Café au Lait. Open for breakfast and all day for light meals, Café au Lait serves French pastries, ice creams and specialty coffees. Ferry service available from Pointe Seraphine.

The restaurant, overlooking the Pitons, has one of the best views in St. Lucia.

Lunch is an uncomplicated yet tasty menu with appetisers like Jazzy Ti-Zel (the manager's favourite) marinated chicken wings, a Cajun Caesar Salad and a selection of main courses.

The dinner menu is described as "St. Lucia's Peak Experience."  Appetisers start with lobster and seafood sausages and include the signature Dasheene Palm Tree salad.

The main course menu makes decisions difficult. Choose from Shrimps Dasheene, a gold-medal winning dish, to "What the Fishmen Catch Today," all served with fresh vegetables.  The desserts are positively delightful: Ladera Coco, a chocolate rum mousse served with coconut waffle, and Paw-paw Créme Brulée are just a couple of suggestions.

There is also a menu du jour.  Every Sunday, Dasheene throws a Sunday lunch party with a barbecue buffet and live music.  Dinner reservations are requested. American Express accepted.

Jacky Rioux specializes in fish and seafood (fishermen are always bringing him unusual delicacies) and he shops personally for fresh produce.

The result is meals cooked to perfection. Colourful appetizers and entrées have "Eat Me" written all over them. Chef Rioux mixes his own spices and seasonings and, like most French chefs, he is a talented sauce maker. He also smokes his own meats.

The restaurant's extensive wine list carries vintages from just about every wine-producing country in the world.  The cocktail list contains old favourites and some seductive new concoctions.

Cathy Rioux, the chef's wife, is the hostess at Froggie Jacques Tropical Bistro and the service is excellent. The restaurant is set in a tropical garden overlooking the Vigie Marina.  Every evening the water is lit up to enhance the dinnertime ambiance.

The lunch menu is a set selection written up on a blackboard.  Dinner is à la carte and each dish is prepared to order.  Popular selections include starters like octopus and conch in curried coconut sauce and main courses of boneless chicken breast stuffed with smoked salmon in a citrus butter sauce or oven baked kingfish with a white wine and sweet pepper sauce. Froggie Jacques Tropical Bistro is open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Reservations are advised. Visa, MasterCard and American Express accepted. 

The internationally acclaimed Green Parrot offers an excellent St. Lucian Caribbean and European cuisine. An impeccable service awaits guests and visitors alike, in an equally delightful and pleasant atmosphere, so much so in fact, that many have had the benefit of Chef Harry's glorious food. His Green Parrot Hotel has been home to Royalty and world famous people, from The Pope's entourage (1980's) to Princess Marguerite, to Alexander Haag and Pierre Trudeau. If you have not had the privilege of visiting the Green Parrot and St. Lucia's Chef Harry, then your taste buds have not yet been excited or tantalized by his heavenly delights.

Chef Harry is world-renowned for his culinary expertise, backed by his 10 year cooking experience and professional training at the most exquisite and renowned Claridges Hotel in London. To experience the Chef's wonderful cooking creations, for lunch or dinner, call 452 3399 to make reservations. Parking is available.

 Bring along your copy of Visions Magazine for a 10% discount on your meal at the Mandolin.

Located in the historical Ridgeway House (160 acres) on La Toc Road, Oceana Restaurant captures the rich history of the British and French colonial era. Dive into our Ocean of culinary excellence and savour the joys of fine top quality dining at very affordable prices. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Monday to Thursday, 11:30am to 10:00pm. Friday and Saturday, 11:30am to 12:00 midnight. Sundays, 11:30am to 8:00pm. Fax: (758) 453-2102. E-mail: bayridgecuisin@hotmail.com

Gather your shipmates and join us for dinner in the main restaurant, or on deck beneath the stars. Our menu has a favourite for everyone including Deck and a Half for hungry sailors, and Half-Deck portions for children.

Sample our excellent wines, speciality drinks and cocktails, including a wide choice of Caribbean rums and shooters. So come-alongside and share a story in Scuttlebutts, we are open everyday until late.

We have easy access for car parking and ample mooring facilities for dinghies. We also provide Internet access, daily weather-watch, crew-news, plus delivery service from restaurant to boat. For more information call 452 - 0351 or VHF Channel 68. Tie-up at Scuttlebutts.

Dining leaves guests spoilt for choice. From our nouvelle Caribbean Cuisine; breakfast, barbeque and Caribbean buffets; Italian pasta, pizza and Mediterranean Cuisine or exquisite fine dining Asian/Caribbean Cuisine at our newly open Dragonfly Restaurant.