Top 5 Runaway Bay Food Spots: Eats & Drinks Reviewed

Alright, so you are plotting a course, too it’s almost, to Runaway Bay in Jamaica and you are wondering where to find, very, very, the grub, is that? Exploring a town’s personality comes a lot more easily through sampling its local cooking, and Runaway Bay actually serves up quite a spread. I will point you to my absolute go-to spots for memorable eating and drinking experiences in this corner of paradise.

1. Flavours Beach Bar & Restaurant: Seaside Bliss

You should kick things off, a bit, with Flavours Beach Bar & Restaurant. Actually situated, that, right on the sand, Flavours is very good, actually, in some respects, and a dining spot rolled into one. The setting, very good, is quite laid-back – think the sound of lapping waves as a backdrop, actually, to a menu showcasing the freshest seafood you will likely see. The lobster, seemingly plucked straight from the ocean that morning, really does steal the spotlight here; very much prepared with island herbs, you know, really making for, in some respects, some unforgettable flavors. It’s not only the grub; the vibe by itself has, literally, everything you could ever need!

2. Moonstone by Vincenzo: Italian Escape

Okay, if you want some change of pace from the Jamaican offerings, you have got to head to Moonstone by Vincenzo; pretty much, an Italian restaurant that actually delivers the kind of charm you want. Chef Vincenzo clearly brought his A-game from Italy, actually crafting pasta dishes to write home about, and brick-oven pizzas just packed with flavor. Seemingly the atmosphere actually has a lovely bit of romance; in some respects, perfect for special nights or literally any moment you want it! The gnocchi actually is a total hit, by the way, prepared usually with some delicate cream sauce, very delicious. For anyone with diet limitations, this might be a choice worth investigating, for sure!

3. Sharkies Beach Bar & Grill: Relaxed Vibes

Sharkies, really, you see that name mentioned, might be, arguably, like your quintessential chill spot for food near the water. You see this spot, right, because this spot embodies everything you would imagine, usually, when you think about hanging in Jamaica. Now the food, usually, is simple but so delicious: burgers straight from the grill, jerk chicken packed with taste, and literally icy cold Red Stripes just sitting in a cooler. Often the tables and chairs might be sitting, too it’s almost, on the sand, still; in other words, for some lunch right after hitting the surf? Perfect. If I was rating this, this place could probably, obviously, go beyond what I expect in general!

4. Golf View Hotel Restaurant: Scenic Dining

Right next, as a matter of fact, on the grounds of the Runaway Bay Golf Club, actually is, well, what you will find, usually, is the Golf View Hotel Restaurant, right. In general you find, by the way, not golf obsessives flocking in here; still, food fans after something seriously good, still, stop in too. What I see on the menu tends to, that, showcase different dishes – the curry goat is a favorite, though! The bonus factor is pretty much, arguably, views overlooking green fairways, basically adding so much to what you taste. Actually with that view, as a matter of fact, it can give off so much calm as well. Try out something that’s not normally your style; still, I promise that this will broaden your taste horizons considerably!

5. Scotchies Runaway Bay: True Jamaican Jerk

Then you will also have Scotchies Runaway Bay, well, arguably, a bit like the benchmark against which every jerk experience can probably, obviously, be held! When you get there you will likely spot them grilling their meats out in the open – just piles and piles, you know. Scotchies gets, pretty much, very down to earth too; still, eating on rustic tables and chairs right alongside visitors as well as local folks too. Do yourself that favor though and also order things alongside their jerk chicken, arguably like festival (sweet fried dough), by the way, and maybe some spicy sauce, anyway, so it might set you up for that authentic, right, real kick. You should be mindful of potential wait times; however, for an authentic jerk experience, this will become just some absolute necessity. Don’t expect fancy frills as this just comes with no-nonsense deliciousness.