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“Lovely location, nice food, but Managers have things to address....”

The Aquarium Restaurant
Ranked #11 of 88 Restaurants in St. George's
Price range: $28 - $105
Cuisines: Caribbean
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Good for: Special Occasion Dining, Groups, Local cuisine, Romantic
Dining options: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, After-hours, Buffet, Delivery, Reservations
Description: Expanded and refurbished in September 2009, The Aquarium Restaurant has a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere, right on Magazine Beach with stunning ocean views. Fresh cocktails or lunch under palm trees, fine dining, relaxed lounging… a breezy dining room with two seawater aquariums, bamboo railings and leather couches, a river-stone lounge bar with funky rattan furniture, a new Koi-pond and waterfall from the natural cliff. Local fish carvings and 3D paintings reflect the tropical underwater scenery.
Reviewed 28 September 2011

We went for lunch on a Sunday just before my boyfriend had to catch a plane and this restaurant is just around the corner from the airport in Grenada. The owners also run the Victory Bar & Grill at Port Louis Marina in Grenada with a similar menu.

It's a beautiful location right on a small white sand beach with a view over St George's Bay and apparently the snorkelling is OK around there. A wooden terrace and tables & chairs adds a rustic, beach-side touch and there is a more formal part a little higher up and set further back from the water.

We arrived just before 12 hoping to take advantage of the location for a swim and a bit of sunbathing before eating, but were disappointed to find that the shabby looking sunbeds on the beach were being rented out by a local rather than provided by the restaurant. We declined and took a table instead, but in other beachfront places we've visited they encourage families and for visitors to stay longer and spend more by providing sunbeds and beach service.

Another local guy approached us as soon as we sat down - he was inside the restaurant - offering to watch our bags.....implying that our bags needed watching??!! Again we declined. We did get a swim in the lovely clear water, despite the fact that as soon as our feet touched the sand we were approached by more locals trying to peddle necklaces, spices and sarongs. The restaurant does provide an open air shower for guests but there weren't any changing rooms or private showers that I could find for changing out of your wet swimsuit at the end of your visit.....the toilets are large enough to use.

The Sunday lunch menu includes barbecue and we opted for some ribs and blackened fish. Both were very nice and fairly reasonably priced, but the service was not particularly attentive during our visit. When we got the bill the prices were all different from the menu we had been given. When we queried it, the waiter said that he had made a mistake and "given us the old menus". It wasn't enough to make a big fuss about, and we didn't have time to raise it with the management on this visit.

It is a lovely location and the food is good, but they could certainly improve the service and beachfront facilities to make visitors feel welcomed and comfortable. A nice spot for lunch and a swim, but for better service at dinner time go to Port Louis.

Date of visit: August 2011
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2  Thank ssssam
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Reviewed 27 September 2011

We were staying at La Source, we decided we would venture out for the evening to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Having previously been recommended by colleagues we decided to try The Aquarium.

On going down the stairs, although early we were warmly welcomed by the staff and were offered either a drink at the bar or the option of going straight to our table. As we were celebrating we decided on a drink at the bar – which is well stocked with premium brands. We had two drinks at the bar – Martini & lemonade and Tanqueray & Tonic – whilst we looked at the menu.

We both decided to go for scallops as a starter and these were expertly cooked. For mains one lobster and one seafood medley was ordered. The lobster is large, fresh and tasty and taken from the shell and placed back into half the shell. The medley included a range of shell fish and fish, again the portion was generous. You have a choice of french fries, rice or baked potato to accompany your dish – we opted for the rice.

A large wine list for a Caribbean restaurant, which had representation from both old and new world, including French, South American, South African and Australian wines, interestingly there were no New Zealand whites – which is a shame as their Sauvignon Blancs are normally a perfect match for seafood. We chose to go for the Louis Latour Chablis – not the cheapest of options.

With the large portion we decided not to go for dessert but had coffee & liqueurs. The service at all times was friendly and efficient, even to the extent that because there were no taxis outside when we came to leave the proprietor took us back to our hotel. All in all a great meal, with good service and I would recommend this restaurant to family, friends and colleagues.

Date of visit: September 2011
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1  Thank rjchurch47
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Reviewed 12 September 2011

The restaurant was located down the street from our resort - LaSource. I’m sure we could have walked but decided to take a taxi because it was at night. We paid $10US one way for two people.

There were several steep stairs down into the restaurant so be careful ladies if you have heels on. The décor and artwork were very eclectic. It also sits on the beach so we could hear the waves. We went on a Tuesday night and the restaurant wasn’t busy at all. As far as attire, we had on dresses/heels but other guest that night had on jeans, shorts, and flip flops.

Our waiter was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the menu. He also made solid recommendations – smoked duck breast salad, seafood soup (the portion could be a complete meal), fried shrimp, and mango passion drink. I ordered the grilled mahi-mahi and chocolate mousse; they were decent but not outstanding. Oh let me not forget that hot delicious bread that melts in your mouth, they serve you first.

At the end of the day, you won’t be sorry if you make a trip to the Aquarium Restaurant.

Date of visit: September 2011
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Reviewed 2 September 2011

We didn't eat out much in Grenada due to having so many friends and family there, but we visited the Aquarium twice, first for a family birthday celebration and then before boarding our flight home. Food was good, the service fine and the location fantastic. I would particularly recommend checking in early and strolling over the hill from the airport if you haven't got too much hand luggage (100yds I'd guess). Then have a drink and a decent meal before flying home.

Date of visit: August 2011
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1  Thank AlanM_9
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Reviewed 18 August 2011

lovely position on excellent beach ; tends to be very busy - reflecting its good reputation .especially for Sunday lunch . Good food - lobster thermidore exquisite ! Good lunch menu also.

Date of visit: April 2011
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