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Tin Box

Inland, Island Wide

Sushi, smoky barbecue and watermelon margaritas in an open-air treehouse setting above lush jungle—Tin Box is a Vieques favorite with plenty of personality.

Reopens Nov 18

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Walk the Malecón

Stroll Esperanza’s seaside strip for ocean views, bars and casual eats.

Breakfast in town

Fuel up in Esperanza or Isabel Segunda with coffee, pastries and island favorites.

Try a food truck

Find great, easy bites around the island, from empanadas to fresh seafood.

Check kitchen hours

Hours can be seasonal and may change, so check before you go.

Book special dinners

For popular spots and island events, reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

Recent updates

The Bio-bay is now bright again!

Many establishments are closed or have limited hours for off-season

Thanksgiving is typically the start of the Vieques tourism season.

Arenamar SunBay’s Café

South Shore

Fresh-caught seafood, fresh coconuts, and the beach at your feet. Arenamar on Sun Bay is Vieques’ only truly beachfront restaurant—and a delicious reason to lin

Closed for the season

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Carambola at the Blue

Esperanza, South Shore

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a breathtaking backdrop. Carambola at the Blue Horizon pairs a boutique-hotel setting with beautiful grounds and sweeping Cari

Breakfast, Caribbean, Seafood, Steakhouse

Crab Island Rum Distillery Kitchen

West End

Locally crafted rum, tropical cocktails, satisfying food, and open-air island atmosphere. Crab Island Rum Distillery turns a tasting stop into an afternoon wort

Today 12 pm to 6 pm

Duffy’s Esperanza

Esperanza

Fish tacos, tropical cocktails, and swing seats at the bar—Duffy’s brings plenty of fun to the Esperanza waterfront, with an open-air patio and Caribbean views

Reopens Nov 10

$$, $$$

El Quenepo

Esperanza

Candlelit dining, sea breezes, and creative cuisine on Esperanza’s Malecón. El Quenepo pairs fresh local ingredients and thoughtful cocktails

Today 5 pm to 9 pm

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Lazy Jacks

Esperanza

Cheap drinks, pizza, bar food, and a damn good time. Lazy Jack’s brings the easygoing beach-bar spirit that turns a quick stop into the rest of your evening.

Today 11 am to 11 pm

Lizzy’s Lunchbox

Esperanza

Big taco cravings meet a little seaside food truck. Lizzy’s Lunch Box in Esperanza serves a satisfying, casual lunch that fits right into a day of beach hopping

Reopens Nov 12

Melao Social Club

Inland

Sip creative cocktails above the island at Melao Social Club, where bougainvillea, ocean views, and shareable plates set the scene for a leisurely evening in th

Today 5 pm to 9 pm

Taverna

Isabel Segunda

Make it an Italian night at Taverna in Isabel Segunda, with thin-crust pizza, classic pasta dishes and fresh salads.

Italian / Pizza

The Bar at Club Vieques

Inland

Poolside cocktails, light bites and weekend brunch bring a social twist to island downtime at Club Vieques.

The Mar Azul

Isabel Segunda

Cold drinks, sea breezes and waterfront views make Al’s Mar Azul a casual spot to unwind in Isabel Segunda.

Today 11 am to 2 am

Trade Winds Restaurant

Esperanza

Ocean-view dining on Esperanza’s Malecón, with seafood, dinner service and Sunday brunch advertised.

Today 5 pm to 8:30 pm

Bananas Beach Bar & Grill

Esperanza

Tropical drinks, seafood, and a rooftop sunset perch—Bananas brings classic beach-bar fun to Esperanza’s Malecón, with casual dining and Caribbean views.

American, Caribbean, Seafood

Bar Central 00765

Isabel Segunda

Creative cocktails, sticky wings, and a garden setting with personality. Bar Central 00765 brings globally inspired comfort food and a warm, sociable atmosphere

American, Caribbean, International, Vegetarian / Vegan

Casa Nativo

Isabel Segunda

Puerto Rican comfort food, tropical cocktails, and a cozy corner of Isabel Segunda. Casa Nativo serves island favorites with indoor and outdoor dining

Today 11 am to 10 pm

D’Frozz

Isabel Segunda

Coffee, breakfast sandwiches and frozen treats on Calle Muñoz Rivera in Isabel Segunda.

Today 7 am to 8 pm

Gracias, De Nada

South Shore

Big burgers, Cuban sandwiches, hand-cut fries, and a friendly welcome make Gracias, De Nada a delicious detour on your beach-day adventures.

Today 11 am to 4 pm

Isla Nena Café

North Shore

Start—or finish—your Vieques getaway at Isla Nena Café, an open-air airport café serving breakfast, lunch, and drinks with an easygoing island spirit.

Today 8:45 am to 5:45 pm

Kalientito Bar & Restaurant

Inland, South Shore

A delicious stop for traditional Puerto Rican lunch and beach-day provisions. Swing by Kalientito for a bag of empanadas to share—if they make it all the way to

Today 10:30 am to 5 pm

Kristy’s on the Caribe

Esperanza

Big pancakes, ocean views, and a warm welcome. Kristy’s on the Caribe serves a personality-filled breakfast in Esperanza

Today 7 am to 3 pm

La Bodega

Your coffee stop, beach-lunch hookup, and neighborhood market rolled into one. La Bodega brings fresh juices, salads, sandwiches, local produce, and artisan gro

Salads, Sandwiches

La Palma Café & Bar

Isabel Segunda

From cookie butter lattes to earthy matcha and refreshing smoothies, La Palma Café & Bar brings plenty of personality to your coffee break, with breakfast bites

Today 7 am to 6 pm