Grand Cayman is defined by its shoreline, and some of its best dining sits right at the water’s edge. From beach cafés to fine-dining terraces, these restaurants combine world-class cuisine with views that are every bit as unforgettable as the island itself.
Morgan’s Seafood Restaurant
Overlooking the marina at the Cayman Islands Yacht Club, Morgan’s Seafood Restaurant is classically elegant seafront dining, built on an Ocean to table philosophy. Local fishermen bring in their catch each morning, which is prepared the very same day. Signature plates include Wahoo Ceviche, Tuna Sashimi, and seasonal Local Lobster, while hearty favourites such as the 10oz Jerk Burger and Morgan’s well-loved Chicken Schnitzel round out the menu. Fresh food, an open-air marina setting, and an easy elegance make Morgan’s a favourite for locals and visitors alike.
Grand Old House
Once a plantation great house built in 1908, Grand Old House is now one of Cayman’s most established waterfront restaurants. Its terrace and veranda sit above the shoreline, giving diners uninterrupted views of the Caribbean Sea. The menu combines fresh local catch with international influences and tapas-style plates, while the extensive wine cellar has earned recognition across the region. Long a favourite for weddings, anniversaries, and special occasions, Grand Old House pairs heritage with a setting that feels timeless.
Tillie’s
Located on iconic Seven Mile Beach, Tillie’s offers classic seaside dining with a playful, beach-club spirit. The menu highlights fresh local produce, seafood, and dishes inspired by the Greater Antilles, all served in a relaxed setting. Weekly events — from Burger and Lobster nights to Sunday brunches — keep the atmosphere lively, while the ocean views make it a favourite for both visitors and locals looking for something memorable.
The Wharf
Just outside George Town, The Wharf is a this waterfront landmark has been drawing guests for decades. The expansive deck overlooks open water, making it a prime spot to watch the sky shift from gold to deep coral. Order a cocktail before sunset and linger for the nightly tarpon feeding, a Cayman ritual that never loses its charm.
Coccoloba
Coccoloba is Kimpton Seafire’s casual beachside cantina on Seven Mile Beach. The menu mixes Mexican street food with Caribbean flavours, serving tacos, ceviche and margaritas just steps from the sand. With its laid-back setting and ocean views, it’s a spot made for lingering over food and conversation..
Beach House – The Westin
The Beach House at the Westin Grand Cayman brings fresh seafood and Caribbean-inspired dishes to the edge of Seven Mile Beach. With its oceanfront terrace and unforgettable sunset views, it’s the resort’s signature dining experience and one of the island’s most memorable tables.
Tukka
Tukka brings an Australian twist to Caribbean dining, with two waterfront restaurants that make the most of Cayman’s coastal views. The menus highlight the freshest daily catch, hearty grills, and island-inspired specials — all served in settings that celebrate sea, sky, and shoreline. It’s here that Tukka creates a beautiful fusion of Australian and Caribbean flavours.
Saint June – The Ritz-Carlton
Among the many dining experiences at The Ritz-Carlton, Saint June is the one that brings you closest to the sea. Set directly on Seven Mile Beach, it blends coastal flavours with Latin influences in a setting made for sunsets. With craft cocktails, a modern menu, and a front-row seat to the shoreline, Saint June captures the relaxed side of luxury that defines Grand Cayman.
Bàcaro
Bàcaro is the vision of Federico Destro and Barney Bako, drawing on the Venetian tradition of cicchetti — small, flavourful nibbles served with wine and shared among friends. Building on that idea, the menu also offers a wider range of small plates, or piccoli piatti, such as oysters, tuna tartare, crudo, and calamari. Each dish is crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients, balancing refinement with an easy, welcoming style. By night, the terrace reflects its lights across the canal, making Bàcaro as much a place to gather as it is to dine.
Kaibo
At Rum Point, Kaibo is both the island’s casual hangout and its fine-dining destination. On the beach level, families gather for wood-fired pizzas, cocktails in the sand, and a laid-back Caribbean vibe. Upstairs offers a elegant tasting menus, carefully paired wines, and polished service. Together, the two capture the easygoing spirit and understated sophistication that make Rum Point so distinctive.
Cayman Cabana
In the heart of George Town, Cayman Cabana is a waterfront spot that blends music, community, and authentic Caymanian cooking. From its open decks, diners take in sweeping harbour views while enjoying fresh seafood, island favourites, and inventive cocktails. Rooted in local farms and fishermen, the menu celebrates Cayman’s ingredients, with the weekly farm-to-table dinner bringing everyone together around shared platters. Cabana is as much about connection as it is about food — a true taste of island life by the sea..
Bonny Moon
On the sands of Seven Mile Beach, Bonny Moon Beach Club is about sharing good times with friends — with good music, great food, and playful drinks. Fresh local seafood, wood-oven favourites, and cocktails are served right on the beach, with tables that flow onto the sand. By day it’s laid-back and breezy; by night the pace quickens with DJs and events under the stars.
Waterfront dining in the Cayman Islands
Dining by the water in Cayman means access to some of the Caribbean’s most remarkable restaurants. From historic landmarks to inventive newcomers, the island’s culinary scene is defined by quality as much as by setting. Here, chefs work with the freshest local catch, international influences find new expression, From established icons to bold newcomers, Cayman’s restaurants showcase a standard of dining that matches the island’s reputation for natural beauty.