2026 Late Summer/Fall Seasonal Restaurant Schedule
Restaurant Late Summer/Fall Seasonal Closures:
- Banana Deck: Closing August 16th; Reopening November 1st
- Beach Bar: Closed September 14 through September 27th
- Cafe Roma: Closed September 29th through November 2nd-ish
- Cap’s Place: Staying Open
- Cinnamon Bay Campground & Raintree Cafe: Closed September & October; Food truck will remain open
- Coco Jim’s Staying open
- Colombo’s: Permanently closed. (Drifter’s is now in its place.)
- Cool Desires: Will close mid-September through mid-October
- Dave & Jerry’s: Closed permanently
- Dazey’s Bayhouse: Closed September 22nd through October 15th; Will only be open for mornings starting the last week of July
- De’ Coal Pot: Staying open, but with reduced hours. Will be open Monday through Saturday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Closed on Sundays for off season.
- Downtown Sips: Staying open
- Drink: August 7th is its last night, and they plan to hold their annual Drink the Bar Dry party; Reopening on Halloween
- Drifter’s (former Colombo’s location): Staying open
- Giovanni Gelato and Coffee Shop: Will be closed from August 4th; Reopening on September 29th
- Heading East: Staying Open
- Hercules Pate: Staying open
- Hillside Terrace: Staying Open
- High Tide: They will be closed September 21-27. Reopening September 28th.
- Inn at Tamarind Court: Hotel will remain open; The restaurant will close for breakfast September 1st and will reopen for breakfast September 22nd. The restaurant will be closed for dinner for the month of September.
- Johnny Lime: Will close August 9th for a few days. They plan to reopen with a special summer menu that includes pizza, salads and more.
- Karma: Staying open
- La Tapa: Closed September through mid-October
- Lime Inn: Last Day is August 14th; First Day Open is October 11th
- Lime Out: Last Day is August 14th; First Day Open is October 11th
- Little Olive: Closing early September; Reopening late October
- Lovango Resort + Beach Club: Closed; Reopening in December
- Lovango Rum Bar: Closing September 8th through September 22nd
- Love City BBQ: Staying open
- Love City Tacos: Will be closed September 13th through September 20th for repairs, maintenance, and a seasonal break.
- Maho Crossroads: Staying Open
- MidWay Bar & Grill: Staying open
- Miss Lucy’s: Closed; Did not reopen for lunch or dinner this season; Thursday Night Open Mic will return this fall. Date TBD.
- Morgan’s Mango: Last day open is August 30th; Reopening October 8th
- Nella’s: Staying open
- North Shore Deli: Will likely close the last two weeks of September
- Ocean 362: Closed for the month of September; Reopening in October
- Our Market Smoothies: Staying open
- P&P’s: Always call ahead
- Paulie’s Luncheonette: Staying open
- Ronnie’s Pizza: Closing August 7th; Reopening date TBD (probably September-ish)
- Sam & Jack’s: Closing the month of September; Reopening October 1st
- Shaibu’s: closed starting August 8th; Reopening TBD (probably mid to late September)
- Shambles: Will be closed September 1st through September 14th; Reopening September 15th
- Sharky’s By the Water: Closed permanently
- Skinny Legs: Closing August 8th; Reopening on Halloween
- Soggy Dollar Bar: Closing August 26th; Reopening October 7th
- Sosa’s Food Truck: Staying Open
- St. John Back Bar: Staying Open with Limited Hours in August & September
- St. John Provisions: Closing dates TBD
- St. John Scoops: Staying Open
- St. John Speakeasy: Closed August 1st through September 30th
- Surf Club Cantina: Closing the week of September 20th
- Sun Dog Cafe: Staying Open
- Tap & Still: Closing two to three weeks starting August 17th
- The Grub with Chef Tad: Staying open. Hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am to 3pm
- The Longboard: Staying Open
- The Parrot Club: Staying open
- The Tap Room
- The Terrace: Last day is July 31st; Reopening in October. Exact date TBD
- The Upstairs Bar: Staying Open
- The Windmill Bar: Staying Open
- Trunk Bay: Staying open
- Uncle Joe’s BBQ: Staying open
- VI Wine Shop: Will be offering small plates Monday through Friday through the end of August; September TBD
- Woody’s: Undecided
- ZoZo’s: Closed until December
Elegant & Expensive Dining
Reservations Recommended
STJ SPEAKEASY | CRUZ BAY | Visit Website
👨🍳Chef Vincent “Vinny” Alterio’s incredible flavors to a relaxed, welcoming setting with stunning sea views. Think Michelin-worthy cuisine with the warmth and comfort of home! Born in Cruz Bay in June 2024, STJ Speakeasy has spent the past two years celebrating special occasions, welcoming visitors, and bringing the St. John community together—one delicious meal at a time.
ZOZO’S | CANEEL BAY | Visit Website
✨Enjoy ZoZo’s four-course gourmet dinner in a relaxed, open-air waterfront setting. Take your time, soak in the ambiance, and savor the evening—your table is yours for the night! Plan for a leisurely 2.5–3-hour dining experience.
EXTRA VIRGIN BISTRO | CRUZ BAY | 340-715-1864 Visit Website
🍷Enjoy Extra Virgin Bistro’s three-course tasting menu featuring appetizers, salad, and entrée. We proudly feature locally sourced ingredients, fresh-caught fish from local fishermen, and herbs
LA TAPA | CRUZ BAY | 340-693-7755 Visit Website
🍽️Contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with a creative twist, served in an elegant, setting right by the beach at Wharfside Village. Their menu changes nightly!
OCEAN 362 | CRUZ BAY | 340-776-0001 Visit Website
🌙Modern island-to-table cuisine in the heart of Cruz Bay, blending Caribbean flavors with fresh, local, and sustainably sourced ingredients.
1864 | CRUZ BAY | 340-774-1864 Visit Website
🥂Fresh seafood, creative cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails make 1864 The Restaurant a Cruz Bay favorite. Enjoy a memorable dining experience at Mongoose Junction!
MORGAN’S MANGO | CRUZ BAY | 340-693-8141 Visit Website
🕯️Since 1992, Morgan’s Mango has celebrated the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with a creative fusion of island cuisines and cultural influences. Enjoy a colorful, flavorful dining experience inspired by the islands, tropical breezes, and warm Caribbean nights!
Less Expensive with Fun Atmosphere
SHAMBLES ISLAND BAR & GRILL | CRUZ BAY |340-777-4015 Visit Website
🍔Your house party in paradise! Dig into tasty eats, sip something cool, enjoy great tunes, and soak up the colorful island vibes. Dine in or grab it to go!
LIME INN | CRUZ BAY | 340-779-4199 Visit Website
🌮Lime Out has come ashore! Enjoy their famous tacos in a lush Caribbean garden with laid-back island vibes, colorful fun, and plenty of flavor
THE BANANA DECK | CRUZ BAY | 340-693-3033 Visit Website
🌺Aloha, St. John! Welcome to The Banana Deck, where juicy, hand-cut ribeyes, delicious eats, and friendly island vibes steal the show! Grab a seat in our open-air dining room or remodeled bar and soak up those gorgeous Cruz Bay views.
THE LONGBOARD | CRUZ BAY | 340-715-2210 Visit Website
🌴Island Flavors & Tropical Sips! Dig into shareable bites, poke bowls, fresh ceviche, and veggie favorites with a Caribbean twist, made with local seafood, spices, and fresh island ingredients. Wash it all down with craft cocktails, cold beers, and our world-famous Frozen Painkiller. Cheers to island time!
HIGHTIDE BAR & SEAFOOD GRILL | CRUZ BAY | 340-714-6169 Visit Website
🍹Steps from the Ferry, Right on the Beach! Grab a seat, sip something tropical, and dig into great food at this breezy, open-air waterfront spot. With a lively bar and front-row seats to Cruz Bay’s gorgeous sunsets, it’s the perfect place to kick back and stay awhile!
THE TAP ROOM | CRUZ BAY | 340-715-7775 Visit Website
🍻 Island Brews & A/C Comfort! Cool off and kick back at St. John Brewer’s relaxed brewpub in Mongoose Junction! Enjoy locally brewed craft beers and sodas on tap, in bottles, or cans—all in cool, air-conditioned comfort on the second floor.
GREENGO’S CARIBBEAN CANTINA | CRUZ BAY | 340-777-8226 Visit Website
🌮 Authentic Sonoran-style Mexican eats meet a tequila lover’s paradise! Explore 300+ tequilas, house-made infusions, and famous barrel-aged tequila. ¡Salud!
MISS LUCY’S | CORAL BAY | 340-693-5244 Visit Website
🎶 Thursday nights at Miss Lucy’s mean open mics, live tunes, and good island vibes! Join locals and visitors for a laid-back evening of music, laughter, and true St. John community spirit.
Casual & Unique
ST JOHN BACK BAR | CRUZ BAY | 781-497-4182 Visit Website
🤙Asian American Street Food & Bar with local Vibes! Chef Nate brings the flavor with a fresh daily lineup that goes from juicy burgers to crave-worthy sushi and everything in between. Add fun drinks, great happy hours, and a laid-back atmosphere, and you’ve got your new favorite hangout. Come hungry, stay awhile, and let the good times roll!
CRUZ BAY LANDING | CRUZ BAY | 340-776-6908 Visit Website
☕️Open air setting, AMAZING Coffee! From breakfast to lunch and dinner, they’ve got your cravings covered! And the coffee? THE BEST on the island! Your perfect pit stop for a caffeine fix and a little island flavor!
CAFE ROMA | CRUZ BAY | 340-776-6524 Visit Website
🍕Mangia! It’s Italian Night! Voted Best Italian Cuisine in the USVI for 11 years running! Tucked up a charming staircase in downtown Cruz Bay, Café Roma serves up generations-old family recipes, fabulous wines, and cocktails worth lingering over. Short on time? Grab takeout! No reservations—just come hungry!
UNCLE JOE’S BBQ | CRUZ BAY | 340-693-8806 Visit Website
🍗Follow Your Nose to Uncle Joe’s BBQ! Craving finger-lickin’ island-style BBQ? This casual, open-air favorite in Cruz Bay is serving up the good stuff! Find it right across from the Post Office.
WOODY’S SEAFOOD SALOON | CRUZ BAY | 340-779-4625 Visit Website
🍔Good Eats, Great Drinks & Legendary Happy Hour! Woody’s is the place for tasty bar bites, the BEST fries on St. John, and a world-famous happy hour you won’t want to miss! Come thirsty, leave happy!
SUN DOG CAFE | CRUZ BAY | 340-693-8340 Visit Website
🥗A St. John favorite since 1994! Stop by for eclectic eats, fresh flavors, and delicious brunch, lunch, or dinner—all served with a laid-back island vibe. Find your happy place on the upper level of Mongoose Junction!
THE BEACH BAR | CRUZ BAY | 340-777-4220 Visit Website
🍹Beachfront bites, tropical drinks, and the world famous Painkiller! Open daily from 11 AM until… well, you might not want to leave! Dig into a big, juicy burger, or swing by for brunch. Fresh, casual, and downright delicious—come hang with your favorite bartender, toes near the sand, and make some St. John memories!
SOL FOOD CAFE | CRUZ BAY | Visit Website
☀️ From the owners of sweet treats of Irie Pops to their newest venture, Laura Tawes and William Fernandez are serving up more island goodness! Located right next door to Irie Pops in the former Margarita Phil’s spot, Sol Food Cafe is their latest labor of love. Breakfast – Brunch – Coffee – Cocktails 🍸 This new spot is sure to bring a little extra sunshine to your day! Soft Opening 10am – 4pm Daily
THE WINDMILL BAR | CRUZ BAY | Visit Website
🌅Sunsets that steal the show! Soak up some of the best sunset views on St. John while sipping cocktails and enjoying delicious bites. Open daily, 11 AM–8 PM. Come for the view, stay for the good times!
COCO JIM’S CAFE | MIDWAY BETWEEN CRUZ BAY AND CORAL BAY | 401-651-1930
🌴Your go-to island stop for quick bites and refreshing drinks! Located next to Midway Gas Station on St. John, it’s the perfect place to grab a tasty treat and fuel up for your island adventures.
JOHNNY LIMES | CORAL BAY | 340-513-0032 Visit Website
🍕Best pizza on St. John! Johnny Limes serves up smoky BBQ with a Caribbean twist. Dig into mouthwatering smoked meats, tasty veggie sides, and vegan-friendly bites. Wash it all down with fresh-squeezed cocktails bursting with island flavor. Great food, cold drinks, and good times await!
SURF CLUB CANTINA | CORAL BAY | 340-473-0521 Visit Website
🏄♀️Bringing laid back feeling to Coral Bay! Dive into fresh seafood, tasty tacos, juicy burgers, and tropical cocktails. Stop by for crispy conch fritters, a killer rum punch, and a side of salty island air. Come for the food, stay for the fun!
SKINNY LEGS | CORAL BAY | 340-779-4982 Visit Website
🍔Funky, fun, and fabulously laid-back! This Coral Bay favorite serves up juicy burgers, cold drinks, and tasty eats at wallet-friendly prices. Grab a seat at the open-air bar, mix with the locals, and enjoy the easygoing side of island life!
