Fungie, pronounced as "foon-jee" and pepper pot are the national dish of Antigua and Barbuda. Fungie is a local delicacy, which is very similar to the Italian dish known as Polen fungie and is prepared from cornmeal. Some other local dishes that are a part of Cuisine of Antigua and Barbuda are ducana, season rice and sea food preparations such as salt fish and lobster. Also, people of Antigua and Barbuda are very fond of confectionaries such as sugarcake, fudge, raspberry and tamarind stew and peanut brittle. Even these are an important part of the Cuisine of Antigua and Barbuda.
With the passage of time, Cuisine of Antigua and Barbuda has also incorporated culinary practices of various other countries into its mainstream cooking style. A special mention must be made of the Chinese cuisine in this context. Also, the supermarkets in Antigua and Barbuda sell a wide variety of international delicacies that are indigenous to various far away countries such as America, Italy, France and so on.
Cuisine of Antigua and Barbuda: Popular Restaurants
Given below is a list of some of the most popular restaurants and eateries in Antigua and Barbuda along with the type of cuisine they serve. Most of the under mentioned restaurants accept major credit cards. If you plan to have dinner in any of the following restaurants, it is advisable that you make advance reservations, especially if you are in the island during peak tourist season.
- Admirals Inn- Local and mainly international
- Albertos- International
- Amigos Mexican- Mexican and American
- Bambu Strip Sports Bar- Fast Food
- Big Banana- Local and International, Pizzas, Pastas, Salads
- Calabash Restaurant & Lounge- International Fusion
- Chez Pacal- French
- Coconut Grove- National and Caribbean Flavor
- Delightful Restaurant- Chinese
- East- Asian Food
- HQ Restaurant & Bar- Live Lobster, Steaks, Fusion Cuisine and Sushi
- Fisherman's Wharf- Local, Indian and Sea Food
- Indigo at the Beach- Healthy grills, seafood and salads
- Island Inn- Mixed Menu, advance reservations recommended
- Mama Lolly's Vegetarian Café- Vegetarian
- Mid-East Fast Food & Café- Local, Lebanese
- Napoleon Café- Baguetttes, Salads, Sandwich
- Nook Snack Bar- Pastries, Sandwich and Meatballs
- Philton's Bakery & Café- Soups, Pastry and Cakes, Pastas
- Royal Castle- Chicken, Hamburgers
- The Beach Restaurant- World Class Menu Caribbean, Asian, European and American and a Diverse Wine Cellar
Enjoy a fine dining experience in any of the above mentioned restaurants at Antigua and Barbuda with your near and dear ones!
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