The Houseboat Grill

Lucea

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The Houseboat Grill

The Houseboat Grill is nestled withing the waters of the Montego Bay Marine Park Fish Sanctuary. Try the legendary surf and turf of lobster and beef tenderloin that come with a side of butter-roasted vegetables. Choice of seating ranges from a downstairs area to waterfront dining to open-air deck.

Dining

Savor the island’s rich cultural history through its food. Lucea itself is scarce for dining venues, but venturing to nearby Negril and Montego Bay will provide a wealth of dining options, with the traditional Jamaican "jerk chicken" (as well as other meats and seafood prepared on grill) available at every corner at street food vendors' stalls and finer, sit-in establishments. Do not skip on the Jamaican patties - a variety of local fast food (coco bread stuffed with various fillings) and make sure to sample the local ackee fruit and saltfish.

Poseidon

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Best in the West

Best in the West

This roadside shack-type establishment makes up in food quality for what it may lack in refinement. Try the chicken or any other of the grilled meats and/or seafood dishes, and order a drink at the stand bar to go along - all at very affordable prices. Open mid-morning until late at …

Juici Patties

You can always count on a succulent patty from Jamaica's own Juici Patties. The chain is Jamaica's version of McDonald's, yet quintessentially Jamaican and influenced by local flavours. The patties are hot pocket-type food, layered dough with various …

Murphy's West End Restaurant

Murphy's West End Restaurant

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The Houseboat Grill

The Houseboat Grill

The Houseboat Grill is nestled withing the waters of the Montego Bay Marine Park Fish Sanctuary. Try the legendary surf and turf of lobster and beef tenderloin that come with a side of butter-roasted vegetables. Choice of seating ranges from a downstairs area to waterfront dining to open-air deck. …

Day O Plantation Restaurant

Day O Plantation Restaurant

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Pier One

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The Pelican Grill

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Pork Pit

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Sugar Mill Restaurant

Sugar Mill Restaurant

Located at the Half Moon in Rose Hall, the Sugar Mill Restaurant serves Jamaican, Caribbean, and international cuisine. If you are staying at the Sandals royal, Coyaba, Holiday Inn, Rose Hall Resort and Country Club, or the Ritz-Carlton, the restaurant will offer free shuttle service. …