Dining on Eleuthera
Should you find yourself with a free morning, a long lunch or an evening of your own, these are a few places we would put on the list. Most are in Governor’s Harbour or along Banks Road, within easy reach of Potlatch.
Eleuthera rewards a little flexibility. Hours, menus and music schedules may change with the season, so it is always wise to call before setting out—and to reserve dinner in advance whenever possible.
The Fig Tree at The Potlatch Club
Fresh, locally influenced cooking in Potlatch’s beautiful dining room or outside beneath the palms and the restaurant’s namesake tree. This is the most refined option on the list, though the atmosphere remains comfortably island-minded.
Location: The Potlatch Club, Old Banks Road
Reservations: Advance reservations are strongly recommended for both lunch and dinner.
Visit The Fig Tree · Call +1 242 699 7001
Tippy’s Restaurant & Beachside Bar
An Eleuthera institution with an open-air dining room overlooking the Atlantic. The menu changes with the day’s local produce and catch, while the mood remains casual, colorful and unmistakably Tippy’s.
Location: Banks Road, just outside Governor’s Harbour
Reservations: Recommended, particularly for dinner and live-music evenings. Same-day reservations should be made by phone.
Visit Tippy’s · Call +1 242 332 3331
1648 at French Leave
Waterfront dining overlooking Governor’s Harbour and Cupid’s Cay, with Bahamian seafood, locally grown produce and one of the loveliest sunset views in the area.
Location: French Leave Resort, Governor’s Harbour
Reservations: Strongly recommended for dinner; book well ahead if you would like an outdoor table around sunset.
Visit 1648 · Call +1 242 332 3777
Buccaneer Club
A family-run Governor’s Harbour favorite serving generous Bahamian and Caribbean dishes in an easygoing setting. It is particularly good for anyone looking for traditional island cooking rather than a resort-style meal.
Location: Haynes Avenue, Governor’s Harbour
Reservations: Call ahead, particularly for dinner or live-music evenings. Seasonal opening dates may vary.
Visit Buccaneer Club · Call +1 242 332 2000
Squires Village Café
A charming coffee shop and gift store in the heart of Governor’s Harbour. Stop for a proper cappuccino, a light bite or something to take along before setting off for the beach.
Location: Pine Street, Governor’s Harbour
Reservations: Not necessary, though it is worth calling to confirm the day’s hours.
Visit Squires Village · Call +1 242 804 6785
Bacchus Fine Foods
Part gourmet market, part café and an excellent source for breakfast, lunch, wine and provisions. Bacchus is especially useful when the day calls for something good that can be carried off to the beach.
Location: Banks Road, Governor’s Harbour
Reservations: Drop in during the day; call ahead for special dinner evenings or private dining.
Visit Bacchus Fine Foods · Call +1 242 332 3111
Anchor Bay Fish Fry
For those making their own plans on Friday evening, the weekly Fish Fry offers a lively taste of local Eleuthera: fried fish, conch, traditional sides, music and plenty of island character.
The Fish Fry is not a hosted celebration event; it is simply a much-loved local tradition for guests who may wish to visit independently.
Location: Anchor Bay, Governor’s Harbour, near the entrance to Cupid’s Cay
Reservations: None. The schedule can change, so confirm that the Fish Fry is taking place before setting out.
Learn About the Fish Fry
A Note on Harbour Island
Harbour Island is well worth the journey, but it is not a simple dinner outing from Potlatch. Between the drive north and the water taxi, it is best enjoyed as a full-day excursion—or as an extension before or after the celebration. For that reason, we have kept the recommendations above closer to home.