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Restaurants in Dominica represent a wide array of cuisines, from Asian to French and African. Locally produced juices, rums, fruits, vegetables, and spices are served alongside specialties such as frog and rodent in Dominican restaurants.
Travelers who have exhausted themselves after a day of hiking one of Dominica's rigorous trails will want to nourish their tired bodies with fuel to explore the next captivating waterfall or river the following day. There is a concentration of restaurants in Roseau, though travelers can also find dining options in Castle Comfort, Concord, Portsmouth, and in a number of hotels.
Most restaurants in Dominica will open between 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and stay open until 10:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m., serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Hours can vary, and many restaurants will be closed on Sundays, so diners should always check to see whether the restaurant they choose will be open. Although Dominica is not likely to be as crowded as other Caribbean islands, reservations are still recommended and even essential at select restaurants, particularly during the high tourist season.
Some restaurants in Dominica will not accept credit cards. The United States dollar, euro, and British pound may all be accepted in various establishments on the island, though the United States dollar and the local Eastern Caribbean dollar are the most widely accepted. Diners should be clear about what type of currencies are accepted and what currency menu prices are quoted in. Change may often be given in Eastern Caribbean dollars. Other establishments on the island accept the major credit cards of Visa and Mastercard, while Discover and American Express are also usually both accepted. Most restaurants will add a 10 percent service charge to the bill, and travelers can leave additional tips for good service. A 10 percent to 15 percent gratuity should be left in the event that a service charge is not included.
Dominica follows the dress customs of many of the Caribbean islands. While a day at the beach or in the forest may warrant swimsuits, beachwear, revealing clothing, or active wear, restaurants in the Caribbean are not the place for these types of attire. Dinner dress should be neat but casual, with trousers and button-down or collared shirts for men and casual dresses for women.
A relaxing, intimate, and unpretentious dinner can be the perfect conclusion to a day spent enjoying the natural beauty of Dominica.
