Recommended Restaurants
Aioli
Mediterranean, Fine Dining
Port of Spain, Trinidad
Must Try: Executive Chef Johnny Aboud set new benchmark for fine dining in Trinidad. Mediterranean-inspired menu with beautifully presented dishes from risottos to roasted rack of lamb.
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Local Tips
Visit Aioli during their weekday lunch service (11:30am-2:30pm) when they offer smaller portions of their signature dishes at reduced prices, and you'll avoid the evening crowds while still getting the full fine dining experience.
Don't be surprised if service seems slower than expected - Aioli follows the Caribbean pace where meals are meant to be leisurely social experiences, so allow at least 2 hours for dinner and embrace the relaxed atmosphere rather than rushing.
Avg. per person
$100
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Chaud Cafe & Wine Bar
Modern Caribbean
Ellerslie Plaza, Port of Spain, Trinidad
Must Try: Three-course dining experience with modern Caribbean-inspired dishes. Emphasis on freshness and creativity. Guava barbecue grouper and seared Atlantic salmon. Wine bar atmosphere.
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Local Tips
Visit on Wednesday evenings after 7pm when they host their weekly wine tasting sessions - you'll get to sample premium wines at no extra cost while mingling with Port of Spain's wine enthusiasts and industry professionals.
Order the 'Chef's Choice' small plates during happy hour (5-7pm weekdays) - it's not listed on the regular menu but offers three rotating appetizers paired with a house wine for less than half the price of ordering items separately.
Avg. per person
$60
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Tiki Village
Polynesian, Asian
Kapok Hotel, 8th Floor, Port of Spain, Trinidad
Must Try: Teak-lined dining room with fantastic Polynesian and Asian fare. Sunday dim sum very popular. Stunning 8th floor views over Port of Spain.
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Local Tips
Visit Tiki Village during weekday lunch hours (11:30 AM - 2:00 PM) when locals come for their work break - you'll get faster service and the kitchen is at its freshest, plus you'll avoid the heavy tourist crowds that arrive after 6 PM on weekends.
Ask for the 'local lunch special' which isn't printed on the tourist menu - it's typically a generous portion of curry chicken or stewed fish with rice and peas for about 30% less than the regular dinner portions, available Monday through Friday until 3 PM.
Avg. per person
$60
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Veni Mange
Creole, Vegetarian
Port of Spain, Trinidad
Must Try: Charming restaurant founded by Rosemary Hezekiah. Ever-evolving Creole menu with vegetarian twist. Local favorite for authentic Trini flavors.
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Local Tips
Visit Veni Mange on weekdays between 11:30am-12:30pm to avoid the lunch rush and get better service. The restaurant gets packed with office workers from downtown Port of Spain after 12:30pm, and you'll have a much more relaxed dining experience arriving early.
Ask about their daily specials that aren't written on the menu - Chef Allyson often creates unique dishes based on what's fresh at the market that day. These specials are usually the best value and showcase authentic Trinidadian flavors that regular tourists miss.
Avg. per person
$30
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Patraj Roti Shop
Roti, Caribbean
Tragarete Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad
Must Try: Haven for roti lovers and curry enthusiasts. Renowned for generous portions. Best roti in Port of Spain. Authentic street food experience.
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Local Tips
Visit between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM on weekdays to get the freshest roti just after the lunch batch comes out of the tawa, and you'll avoid the heavy lunch rush that starts around 1 PM when office workers flood in.
Ask for 'half and half' curry filling - you can mix two different curries (like chicken and potato) in one roti for the same price as a single curry, giving you more variety and value for your money.
Avg. per person
$15
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