Last updated: May 2026
Dining on Elbow Cay ranges from harbour-side restaurants and casual beach bars to fresh Bahamian seafood and local bakeries. Many spots are walkable in Hope Town village, and a fully equipped kitchen at Catch A Wave makes cooking in easy too.
Harbour-side dining in Hope Town
Hope Town's harbour is lined with restaurants and bars serving fresh-caught seafood, conch, and island classics — many with a dock and a sunset view. Hours can be seasonal, so it's worth calling ahead.
- Captain Jack's — harbourfront standby for conch, burgers, and cold drinks
- Hope Town Inn & Marina — across the harbour, with a shuttle from the village
- Abaco Inn — oceanside dining out at White Sound
- Firefly Sunset Resort — sunset cocktails and dinner on the sound side
- Sea Spray Resort & Marina — restaurant and bar near Catch A Wave
Beach bars, bakeries & casual bites
Near the beaches and marinas you'll find laid-back spots for a cold drink, cracked conch, or a burger after a day on the water. On Da Beach is a favorite for sunset, the Thirsty Cuda pops up at Tahiti Beach when the weather's right, and the Curly Tails and Centerline Road conch shacks serve some of the freshest conch salad on the island. For something sweet, try Island Sweet Delights, Sea Biscuit Bakery, or Skoopalicious ice cream.
Dining on the neighbouring cays
Half the fun of a meal here is getting there by boat. Cruise over to Nippers or Grabbers on Great Guana Cay, Pete's Pub at Little Harbour, Dock N Dine on Man-O-War Cay, or Lubbers Landing on Lubbers Quarters for a proper island lunch.
Groceries & cooking in
Local grocery stores and bakeries stock the essentials for cooking at the house. With a full kitchen and a pool-deck grill area, many guests mix dining out with relaxed meals at Catch A Wave.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I eat in Hope Town?
- Hope Town has harbour-side restaurants and bars like Captain Jack's, Hope Town Inn & Marina, Abaco Inn, and Firefly, plus casual beach bars, bakeries, and conch shacks. Many spots are walkable in the village.
- Do you need a reservation to eat on Elbow Cay?
- For dinner in high season it's wise to call ahead, especially at the resort restaurants. Hours are seasonal and some smaller spots open only certain days, so a quick phone call saves a wasted trip.