Caribbean Kitchen

Caribbean Kitchen is an open-air restaurant in Castara, Tobago, with views extending towards the beach, ocean and rainforest. The setting suits different parts of the day, from a relaxed lunch while hummingbirds move through the surrounding greenery to sunset drinks and candle-lit dinners accompanied by the sound of the waves. Table service and a friendly, easy-going atmosphere give the restaurant a comfortable character.

The cooking focuses on Caribbean flavours, fresh ingredients and locally sourced produce. Fish caught by small boats in the area is a central feature, with the daily catch prepared simply so that its texture and flavour remain at the forefront. Menus change according to what is available, rather than following a fixed list of dishes, which allows the kitchen to work with fresh ingredients brought in locally.

Breakfast covers both lighter and more substantial choices, with items such as coconut bread, chia seed pudding, greens and eggs, alongside an island-style cooked breakfast. Lunch is built around colourful salads, homemade breads, local specialities, savoury patties and a selection of sauces, pickles and chutneys. Dinner may include the catch of the day, seafood or Caribbean-inspired meat and vegetable dishes. A children’s menu adds familiar food with a Caribbean influence.

The bar serves cocktails, cold beer, wine, fresh fruit juices and rums from Trinidad and Tobago. Chocolate from the Tobago Cocoa Plantation can be paired with the rum selection, while a passionfruit mojito is among the bar’s signature drinks. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, making it suitable for a morning meal, a casual daytime stop or an evening occasion. Advance reservations are recommended because the small team plans its shopping and preparation around expected guests.