5 Best Restaurants in Bermuda

Housed in an elegant former mansion just outside downtown Hamilton and run under the exacting standards of owners Angelo Armano and Edmund Smith, Ascots has a creative and seasonal menu with offerings that incorporate fresh ingredients from local farmers and fisherfolk. Start off with the Bermuda fish cakes or the chilled banana soup with black rum—it's unusual but very popular—and move on to mains such as slow-cooked wild mushroom risotto, pan-seared snapper, and char-grilled rib-eye steak. Save room for dessert, as there is always something irresistible on the menu. An extensive wine list is available to complement your meal. You can relax on the sofas surrounding the handsome cedar bar or on the patio at Just 24.

With an emphasis on fresh, healthy ingredients, Devil's Isle's large menu has plenty of creative options, many available in both small and large plates. The small plates are the perfect way to try a few different options and share at the long communal table that dominates the center of this small, buzzy space. The rockfish taco and flash-fried calamari are standouts among the sharing plates. But don't overlook the healthy, but tasty, harvest bowls. There are several options to pick from that are chock-full of unusual ingredients like puffed amaranth seeds, kelp noodles, and raw cacao. Tailor bowls to your tastes with a choice of sauces, grains, and protein, including vegan options. Next door is a take-out counter where you can get the restaurant's signature salads and sandwiches to go, along with a cup of locally roasted coffee or a super green smoothie.

At the base of Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, in the old Lighthouse Tea Room, this adorable little restaurant is the perfect place to rest after the climb up and down the tower's 185 spiraling steps. Eclectic lunch and dinner menus include everything from traditional fish and chicken dishes to salads and homemade lasagna. This cozy spot is perfect for a romantic sunset meal—the impressive view across the island is truly unbeatable.

Old-fashioned charm and consistently attentive service are two reasons why this tried-and-true bar and restaurant is a favorite among local politicians and businesspeople. Located in the old Armoury building, it's a popular lunch spot, serving plenty of fresh seafood and local favorites like fish chowder. At dinner the dining room is usually uncrowded and relaxed; the bar is even more casual, if you're looking to have a cocktail or two before your meal. Culinary highlights include classics like rack of lamb and wiener schnitzel (breaded veal cutlet) and seafood like clams casino and seafood crepe.