Six Great Places to Eat in Tortola

By: - September 6th, 2013
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The largest British Virgin Island, Tortola, is known for many things: beautiful beaches, spectacular yachts and the greenest of mountains. What you may not know is that the cuisine is very, very good as well. One of the Caribbean’s centres of laid-back luxury, Tortola offers foodies the whole spectrum, from fine dining to casual pub fare — and sometimes both in the same place. Here are six great choices to try the next time you’re there.

The Dove

Above: Chef Travis Phillips

It’s been more than a decade since this charming restaurant opened in Road Town. And today, under Chef Travis Phillips, is as good as ever, featuring largely French-style cuisine .(The wine list alone is reason enough to go).

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