Ocho Rios has much to offer the hungry traveler, with food ranging from local dishes to American and European plates.   More information about restaurants in Ocho Rios and other areas of Jamaica can be obtained online at http://www.caribbeanedge.com/jamaica/... .  

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  • Vendors at the main beaches – yes, the local food vendors selling such items as jerk chicken for relatively low prices are an excellent way for tourists to easily get a taste of local food.
  • Almond Tree Restaurant – Located at the Hibiscus Lodge Hotel, this two-level patio restaurant is named for the tree which grows straight through the building and emerges out of the open roof.  The local food here includes roast suckling pig and Jamaican plantation rice and is complimented with a selection of Jamaican wine.
  • BiBiBips – Food at this restaurant is complimented with live local music on weekend evenings, giving diners the full Jamaican experience.
  • Margaritaville at Ocho Rios – It may be a chain restaurant with several locations around town but it does not disappoint for providing traditional Caribbean food.
  • Dave's Lobster Shack - Located directly on Fisherman's Beach close to Margaritaville serving the catch of the day along with lobster, jerk chicken and other local dishes.  Very casual dining so great for all.

Visitors looking for something a bit less Caribbean for their dinner can also visit:

    Evita's-Fine Italian dining with spectacular views of Ocho Rios. Dine in a gingerbread house with fabulous Italian, Jamaican and Continental cuisine. Hostess Eva will make sure your evening is special. Kiddie's menu and 1/2 orders of pasta available.
  • Café Aubergine – Offering French and Italian food at moderate prices, this restaurant is housed with a gingerbread-style house that is worth visiting just to see the building, The business has now moved to Kingston and the building is for sale.
  • Passage to India – Located at 50 Main Street, this is the place to go for the best Indian food anywhere in Ocho Rios.
  • Toscanini - Another Italian option. Garden setting in the Harmony Hall Art gallery building. Menu selections are changed daily and presented on a blackboard by hostess Lella.