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Just west of central Hamilton, Harry’s THE PUB SCENE combines innovative Mediterranean-
and Harry’s Bar at The Waterfront has a Pubs serving a wide selection of beers, inspired cuisine and views of Hamilton

sophisticated menu o ered alongside wine and spirits together with a sociable Harbour at its second-floor restaurant

Hamilton Harbour. For fine dining in a buzz and ‘pub food’—shepherd’s pie, overlooking Front Street Victoria Grill,

Bermuda garden setting, try romantic bangers and mash, fish and chips and located o Victoria Street not far from

Ascot’s on Rosemont Avenue, Pembroke. the like—abound in this British colony. the Bus Terminal, is winning praise for its
At the eastern perimeter of Hamilton, the Hamilton’s Hog Penny Pub and the extensive and fairly priced wine list and
Harbourfront Restaurant at the Bermuda Swizzle Inn in Bailey’s Bay are fixtures that a menu that highlights dishes from the

Underwater Exploration Institute o ers a have been continuously serving locals and Southeastern U.S.

fine dining experience at its Sushi Bar, new visitors for generations, as has the White
wine showroom and newly-renovated Horse Tavern on the waterfront at King’s No list of cafés could be complete without
outdoor terrace overlooking Hamilton Square, St. George’s. popular Rustico in Flatts Village across
Harbour at picturesque Foot of the Lane. from the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum
Tom Moore’s Tavern, named after the Other worthy pubs in or near the City of & Zoo. This always-crowded restaurant
Irish poet reputed to have stayed in this Hamilton include the Robin Hood Pub & serves Italian food and is known for its
landmark house, is a long-established Restaurant, Docksider Pub & Restaurant thin-crust pizzas.
restaurant that merits a trip eastward. and Flanagan’s Irish Pub & Outback Sports
Bar. The latter goes all out to celebrate St. COFFEE SHOPS
SEAFOOD Patrick’s Day! AND DINER TYPES

From our famous fish chowder, For reasonable prices, no frills

codfish cakes and seasonal lobster to A ten-minute drive eastwards from the atmosphere, eŸcient service and down-

refined interpretations, seafood is— City of Hamilton, North Rock Brewing Co. to-earth food, co ee shops and diners are

as expected—a staple in Bermuda’s is proud of its beer and ale selection and the a sure bet. The venerable Spot Restaurant
restaurants. Here are a few spots—from food is good, too. Travelling westwards, on Burnaby Street in the City of Hamilton,
east to west and in all price ranges—at Henry VIII Restaurant and Pub is where to The Paraquet on South Road in Paget
which you can enjoy seafood. find the beef and other hearty pub fare. and the Speciality Inn at Collector’s Hill in

Not too far away, Swizzle Inn has opened Smith’s Parish exemplify the home-spun
At the Royal Naval Dockyard in the a branch of its original pub in this area type and have been in business for years.
Island’s west end, try Freeport Seafood close to some of Bermuda’s best-known
Restaurant and Bar and/or Bone Fish beaches, including Horseshoe Beach and Common Ground in Chancery Lane has a
Bar & Grill. In the City of Hamilton Warwick Long Bay. At the Royal Naval young vibe and is one of the best places
Barracuda Grill and the Lobster Pot are Dockyard—that imposing reminder of the in town for made-to-order sandwiches
well-established choices that continue British navy’s presence in Bermuda—the and home-baked sweets. Its walls are
to please. Frog & Onion Pub adds the ambience decorated with Bermudian art that is
of historic architecture to its popular mostly available for purchase. Funky
Some restaurants noted for seafood menu items. Tribe Road Kitchen at the eastern end
also o er ambience or atmosphere that of Reid Street also o ers a wide variety

vies with the excellence of the main CAFÉS, BISTROS AND GRILLS of homemade sweet and savoury treats,
course. Lido at Elbow Beach in Paget Cafés, bistros and restaurants featuring which are baked on the premises by the
complements its gourmet entrees with lighter yet sophisticated food in a relaxed owner-chef and her sta .

sunset views of one of the most famous atmosphere have sprung up everywhere
beaches in Bermuda—and the world. In in recent years. In Hamilton, you’ll find With its stu ed sofas and casual ambience,

St. George’s, at Wahoo’s, a lively clientele these restaurants on main routes like Rock Island Co ee on Reid Street is an

regularly spills out onto the old town’s Front Street or narrow, vehicle-free inviting spot for reading the daily news
charming Water Street. The menu is walkways such as Chancery Lane. Bistro over a great cup of co ee, which not

reasonably priced and the fish tacos J on charming Chancery Lane provides surprisingly is the café’s specialty.
outstanding. Across the harbour, the a menu that changes daily and a casual,
Black Horse Tavern is famous for local intimate setting. By contrast, on busy FAST AND FASTER FOOD
seafood dishes. Front Street at Muse you can people watch Can’t wait to get out and see the sights?
street-side or get away from the crowd No problem. There are plenty of take-
on a rooftop terrace. Bolero Brasserie away options, including virtually all

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