St John's premier collection of fashionable shops and restaurants in a unique architectural and tropical setting unmatched in the Virgin Islands and quite possibly in the entire Caribbean.Visitors consider us one of St. John's favorite attractions after our National Park and beaches.
Gecko gazebo / Sun Dog Cafe
Sun Dog Cafe and Gecko Gazebo Bar are a great casual choice for lunch or cocktails overlooking the center courtyard of gracious Mongoose Junction. Voted Best Lunch on St. John by the Daily News for 2008, and featured in the New York Times in 2009, the menus feature an eclectic mix of casual, but well prepared entrees including Steak Fajita Tacos, Grilled Ahi Tuna Caesar, Maryland Crab Cake Salad, Gourmet Personal Pizzas and many more, all served al fresco beneath our green umbrellas. Choose a Chocolate Banana Bushwacker, a Dark and Stormy or a Drunken Monkey from our elaborate drink menu and enjoy while watching the world go by while visiting with friends new and old at the Gecko Gazebo Bar. HoursContactSun Dog Cafe is open from 11 am to 4:30 pm daily and from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm Monday to FridayThe Gecko Gazebo Bar is open from 11 am to 9 pm daily340-693-8340
Gecko gazebo / Sun Dog Cafe
Mongoose junction bars, grills
Ocean Grill
Ocean Grill: Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. Lunch 11-3, and dinner 5:30-close.
California Cuisine with a Tropical Flair. Specializing in fresh foods, local fish, organic chicken, steaks. Call for music schedule. Bar menu on music nights. Beautiful stone courtyard and garden setting. Dinner reservations recommended.HoursContactLunch 11:00 - 3:00 Mon-SatDinner 5:30 - Close Mon-Sat340-693-3304
Paradiso Paradiso is located in the heart of Cruz Bay in Mongoose Junction. Pass through the architectural elegance of old world stonework into the warm embrace of Paradiso's parquet floors, mahogany bar and dramatic interior. Paradiso offers contemporary American fare beautifully presented by Paul Trujillo. With specialties such as pan-fried shrimp and lobster dumplings with mango vinaigrette, wild mushroom ravioli and truly decadent desserts. Paradiso is a must while on the island. American Express, Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Open seven days a week from 5.30pm. Reservations recommendedHoursContactOpens 5:30 PM Daily340-693-8889
The Tap Room
The Tap Room is our island microbrewery and bar and the home of St. John Brewers.
Kevin and Cheech are always brewing new styles of beer and sodas that they serve on draft including their Tropical Mango Pale Ale, Island Summer ale, and Island Hoppin IPA. For you non-beer drinkers, be sure to try our homemade Root Beer, Ginger Beer, and our Green Flash energy drink on draft. We also offer a wine and liquor selection as well as non-alcoholic drinks. Stop in to sample one of several draft options in our air conditioned bar or outdoor patio. We have great souvenirs to take back with you too. HoursContactNoon - 9:00 Mon-Sat2:00 - 9:00 Sun340-998-1333
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