Eat & Drink
taste buds prepare . . .
There are so many unique dishes and flavors in Placencia along with traditional favorites. Never have we experienced such fresh everything! Juices, fruits, veggies, chicken and fish caught just hours ago! The following restaurants and bars are listed in proximity to Bella Sway working (or should we say eating & drinking) our way down to the village. It might take you a couple stays at Bella Sway to catch them all.
Just a 2 minute walk and you'll find beachfront outdoor dining with incredible views, delectable food and great service. Just take a peek at their menu and you'll want to try their breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Oh, let's not forget Happy Hour! Offers free WiFi. Dinner reservations required.
Open Daily 7am - 9pm
+501 523-4040
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Just across the street, this vintage bowling alley is filled with history and charm. A great little bar and restaurant serving some of the best pizza in Placencia. There are pool tables and music. Be sure to leave your mark, the walls and ceilings covered in signatures and sayings.
Open Daily Noon-9pm
+501 601-4434
across the the street, about a 3 minute walk you'll find authentic Belizean style dishes with the menu changing daily. This quaint little place serves big bold, fresh flavors and is known for their delicious rotisserie chicken.
Open Mon-Sat 8am-7:30pm
+501 600-6569
4 minute walk The restaurant features fresh seafood straight from the Caribbean Sea prepared by their local chef to bring out the flavors of Belize, as well as a variety of other choices for everyone’s palate. The restaurant consists of a sunk in bar with casual seating, a swim up bar on the pool side and an upstairs for up to 80 people, that can be used for special events.
Open Daily+501 631-9843
6 minute walk this newly beachside restaurant & bar is a culinary delight that is the perfect place to celebrate or unwind. "Pelican's where everybody knows your name"
Serving daily lunch, dinner & drink specials. This is home of the swings in the water, a great photo opportunity
Open Daily 7am-9pm
+501 523-4321
8 minute walk This restaurant and bar feels like bring in a treehouse in the tropics with lots of palm trees sitting just yards away from the Caribbean. Offering an assortment of culinary options ranging from American favorites to local Belizean fair. If you get a chance. sit at the unique circular bar and check out the beer can collection.
Open Wed-Sun 3pm-10pm
+501-503-3118
2 minute drive away across the street for a change of pace you can dine over a view of the Lagoon. Incredible menu items blend classic elements of Belizean cuisine with the modern musings of present. Reservations recommended.
Open Daily 7am-9pm.
+501 523-3867
2 minute drive away you can be beachside for authentic wood-fired pizza.. Using high quality ingredients and organic produce to elevate your pizza experience. Expertly crafted pies under the stars.
Open Thur - Sun from 12:pm - 8pm
+501 523-3867
3 minute drive The Saloon on the Lagoon is a local favorite and a great spot to catch the sunset over the Lagoon with great local beers, specialty cocktails along with wood fired pizzas, nachos, and smoked brisket to name a few. They often have live music and host special events.
Open 3pm-9pm Happy Hour 4pm - 6pm
+501-608-0043
3 minute drive An open air, thatched roof restaurant offers a wonderful dining experience in a relaxed beachside tropical setting. Their local and familiar favorite dishes are all made to order, while the experience of the tabletop Korean BBQ is the only one of its kind in Belize. Reservations required. They also have a home delivery service, to include whole rotisserie chickens! Menus are available at Bella Sway.
Open Daily 8am-9pm
3 minute drive Azure Coffee is a coffee and smoothie shop that offers a variety of iced beverages, coffees and pastries in a lovely tropical beachside setting.
Open Daily 7:00am-11:00am
8 minute drive Named after the year that Belize attained independence, 1981 offers a modern take on fresh Belizean cuisine, with an emphasis on high quality local ingredients and creative mixology. The polished, yet relaxed, ambiance provides the perfect waterfront setting to reconnect with family and friends. Reservations required.
Open Every Evening 6pm - 9.30pm
+501 523-4600
13 minute drive Experience Belize's New Seafood Latin American Fusion Restaurant. It’s on the Lagoon side so you can catch the great sunsets. Kick back with refreshing drinks, groove to smooth tunes, and let the good vibes wash over you. The head chef does some creative amazing dishes and their bartender makes this a must-do happy hour spot.
Open Daily 11am-9pm
+501-614-6885
Serving delicious meals and friendly service on a three-story wooden deck in an open air setting with splendid views of the infinity pool and Caribbean Sea. fresh, locally sourced ingredients including seasonal foods. Their menu is loaded with an assortment of exotic flavors.
Open Breakfast (7am – 10am) Lunch (11am – 3pm) Dinner (6pm – 9pm)
+501-523-3476
Vern's is an authentic Garifuna restaurant in Seine Bight. Vern's food is some of the best in Placencia. The energy and hospitality of Vern, her family and staff make it a must go while you're here. We had some of our favorite breakfasts here. Immediately north of the Publics Supermarket and Pharmacy in Seine Bight.
Open Daily 8am-9pm
+501-503-3202 +501-652-0051
13 minute drive In Seine Bight on the beach. This will be the closest dining on the Caribbean that you can get. Laid back with such a beautiful authentic vibe. Fun beach drinks and great food; burgers, wings and quesadillas. There are swings right next to the sea and friendly resident dogs.
Open All Day
+501-633-3428
Floating on the bayside you'll enjoy Hobbs craft beers on draft along with beer flights, craft cocktails, great food, live music, a cigar lounge and gift shop. It's family friendly too with a fun kids menu. Hobbs hosts special entertainment and holiday themed events.
Open Daily 11am-Midnight
+501 662-0766
Decorated with Belizean art and furnished with hand-built furniture from Belize, you can dine in an open-air Palapa, in a courtyard garden, or out on the beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea. We love this restaurant; the service is incredible, their craft cocktails are works of art and their food is prepared by an award winning chef, Chef Luis.
Open Daily 7am-9pm
+501 523-4473
Enjoy fine dining and fun libations at a casual-chic, chef-owned, restaurant. Scrumptious traditional Italian dishes, seafood fresh from the Caribbean Sea, home-baked breads, vegetarian offerings, and the finest wines and mixed drinks. Reservations required.
Open Tue-Sun 5pm-8pm (Closed Mon)
+501-523-3115 +501-678-1089 WhatsApp
Serving 3 of our favorite things; ice-cream, coffee & wine! 24+ flavors of locally made Belize ice-cream in cups, cones, sundaes or ice-cream coupes. For coffee snobs there's 2 series of coffee, an international and Belizean series. Including some really cool surprising new brews.
Open Daily 6:30am-9pm
Relax around the pool or on the beautiful beach and enjoy a la carte food & beverage menu served chair-side. Bella Sway has a corporate membership, so our guests have access to the Club at no charge. The restaurant has gorgeous views. You'll also find the Placencia 3-D beach sign here for great photo ops.
Open Mon-Sun 11am-5pm
+501 614-4929
Francis Ford Coppola is the owner the Turtle Inn. His Pizzeria is located in their organic garden, in this casual beautiful setting you can enjoy a made -to-order pizza showcasing the Italian tradition of a wood burning oven. If you're looking for romantic dinner, Mare is your place. Serving seafood along with traditional Italian cooking and wine from Coppola's own vineyard. Reservations recommended.
Open Daily 11am–3pm and 6:30–9pm
+501 523-3244
Omar's is a local, family owned restaurant that was established in 1992. The cuisine is very Belizean and very fresh. This place is eclectic and cozy with great service. Omar is not only a food artist but a fine artist. He has a small gallery in the restaurant with his work and the work of other local artists.
Open Daily 7am - 9pm
+501 624-7168
Offering local draft beers, a full bar, and 'small plates' style dining as well as a menu of great classic comfort foods with a Belizean twist and international fusion fare. Known for having the best wine list in Belize, Rumfish y vino proudly imports all of their own wines. The atmosphere is breezy, cool, with music . . . overlooking the cricket field.
Open Daily 12pm
+501 523-3293
Home to Belizean culture, this Restaurant offers the very best of Belize – bold flavors, unique tastes, and vibrant colors. This rooftop restaurant boasts unparalleled views of the Caribbean Sea, the village, and the Maya Mountains beyond. Looking for romantic setting? This is it.
Open Mon-Tue-Wed 7am-10pm Thu-Fr-Sat-Sun 7am-11pm
+501 614-7641
Great spot to grab your morning or anytime coffee and sit in the tree-topper deck looking over the main street. Serving hot and iced brewed coffees, espresso, organic chocolate drinks, teas, fresh juices and fresh baked goods. We provide your first morning coffee from Above Grounds, you’ll want to restock for your stay!
Open Mon-Sat 7am-4pm Sun 7am - Noon
+501 607-1017
A mix of Creole and international cuisine Wendy's offers delicious breakfast, Belizean lunch special daily and a regular menu , fresh sea food served at dinner. This place is bright and colorful with a great atmosphere and wonderful service.
Open Daily (except Thu) 7:30am-9:30pm
+501 523-3335
This restaurant and bar has a fun colorful and relaxed atmosphere. It sits right on the beach so you can enjoy swimming, a game of beach volleyball, pool (billiards), bask in the sun along with weekly cultural entertainment & karaoke with dinner.
Open Sun-Mon-Wed (closed Tue) 11am-12a Thu-Fr-Sat 11am-2am
+501 614-3890
Look for the Belizian style thatch roof, open air bar and you'll find something fun going on! Serving smoothies, coffees, and all of your favorite beverages including local beers and liquors. Live music every Wednesday and Friday Night! Watch your favorite sporting events here. Incredible breakfasts, baked goods, burgers, and local Belizean favorites!
Open Daily 7am-Midnight except Monday Open 11am
+501 624-5099
The Little Wine Bar serves fine wines, meats & cheeses. A perfect happy hour spot where you can make-your-own charcuterie board, sit on the deck and watch the Magnificent Frigates greet the fishermen while enjoying the Caribbean sun and wine of course. The interior is charming and perfect for small celebrations, like bachelorette parties, they even provide party photo props. They will deliver charcuterie boards to Bella Sway, so you can enjoy your own private party on the deck.
Open Thu-Fr-Sat 3pm - Midnight or slow
+501 615-5872
This unique place sits on a little Caye right in front of Placencia beach he perfect spot to watch beautiful sunsets. Nice cold drinks, chill-out lounge music and delicious food - served over the water. You can see dolphins, eagle rays, sea stars and different fish right off the dock . Cash only. Reservations required.
Open Daily 1pm-8pm +501 639-8555
Beachside and bright so you can't miss it! Barefoot Beach Bar specializes in burgers, nachos, quesadillas and enchiladas. They serve up live music Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday! Per the owners, “Some people can’t handle this much fun!”
Open Daily 11am-Midnight
+501 523-3515
This open air beachfront restaurant serves up some hearty breakfasts with some very popular Fry Jacks. Look for the thatch roof, your view will be the beautiful Caribbean and your atmosphere will be chill. Perfect spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Open Daily 7am-9:30pm (except Tuesdays)
+501 523-4035
Tucked away off the main road, you'll find the perfect spot for a romantic dinner. Relax in the garden and enjoy the "Asia de Caribe" cuisine combining influences of Spanish, Caribbean and Creole. Reservations recommended.
Open Mon-Sat 5pm-9pm
+501 622-1015
Placencia's newest and trendiest dining spot on the main. Featuring an All-you-can-eat Breakfast Buffet along with A La Carte menu. They also do lunch and dinner with a very unique menu. Executive Chef Daniel Lopez creates amazing dishes and you can enjoy Live Music as scheduled. On the main across from the football field.
Open Daily 7am-11pm
+501-523-3535 or WhatsApp 612-3535
This restaurant has great service, a cool vibe and inviting ambience. Rick says, “We spend a little extra on high quality ingredients.” and WOW you can tell. Wonderful menu; salads, pastas and pizza, you can taste the fresh in every bite. Plus great craft cocktails where the fresh continues.
Open Thu-Mon 11am-9:30pm (Closed Tue & Wed)
+501 666-8466
Koi Sushi
Do you think sushi could be any more fresh than this? We don’t think so. Koi brings you an exquisite selection of sushi rolls crafted from the freshest local catch, perfectly paired with traditional Japanese tea. Behind every dish is a Japanese chef’s dedication to replicating the authentic sushi bar experience right here in Belize. Are you celebrating a special occassion? Try a sushi birthday cake or a sushi boat!
10:30am - 3:30pm (Thu to Sun) 5pm - 9:30pm (Thu to Tue) Wed: Closed
+501-611-3434
This may be the best gelato ever. Home-made by the owners, an Italian couple making Gelato since 2002. There a so many flavors to choose from you may need to get a mix and come back often.Open Daily 9am-9pm except Wednesdays (Closed)
+501 620-9916
The Bohemian
This waterfront restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring fresh, locally sourced seafood and international cuisine. Unique fusion of Belizean flavors and global culinary influences prepared by skilled chefs. Serving Handcrafted cocktails infused with tropical fruits and premium spirits.
Mon: 11am-7pm (bar) Tue – Sun: 8am-8pm (breakfast, lunch, tapas, bar)
+501-615-7622
Award winning BBQ and classic Southern Soul food in a comfortable open-air bistro on the lively Tipsy Strip Sidewalk in the center of Placencia Village. Chef Elton Cummings brings the best of US barbeque flavors to the Caribbean for a fun fusion of tropical and traditional dishes served up in a casually inviting atmosphere with good people watching and stiff drinks.
Open Mon-Sat 7:00am-8:30pm (Closed Sunday)
+501 523-3388
Pop a cork and Wine Ova it. Indulge in a relaxing evening of fine wines and good company at this welcoming wine bar. You’ll find an exquisite selection of Chilean wines and a variety that spans from the United States to Italy and France. Jesus knows his wine.
Open Daily 8am-10pm (Closed Sundays)
+501-610-5336
Fine Taste Placencia
Unwind & Uncork at this Wine, Beer & Spirits Store. Experience elegance and explore their curated selection of wines and liquors, complemented by artisanal charcuterie and premium coffees. Downstairs in the front of the Ellysian Square Building. They also rent eco-friendly electric bike rentals for a convenient and fun way to discover the village and beyond.
+501-611-3694
EAT & DRINK IN-HOME CHEF SERVICES
Add to your bubbly and bliss at Bella Sway with a personal Chef. Chef G. will come to Bella Sway with dishes off his menu or a custom menu just for you. Contact Chef G. directly for current menu and pricing. Chef G. also offers: Cultural Entertainment: Garifuna dance, music & history and Garifuna Drumming Lessons.
+501-628-4938
Lil’ Bites & Catering with Chef Cara
Serving guests with finger lickin' homestyle cuisine. Every ingredient is sourced fresh and locally to carefully prepare each meal. Belizean-int'l fusion! Bon Appétit. Contact Chef Cara directly to set up your shopping and freshly prepared meals.
+501-636-8505