How many restaurants are at The Verandah Antigua?

The live Resort Flock dining inventory lists 10 venues: 9 included and Nicole's as specialty / extra-cost. Official homepage and dining page map the same core set (Nicole's, Seabreeze, Papa Ricco's, Portofino, Sails & Tales, Beach Grill, Pool Bar, Lazy Pelican, Wavy Wicket, Cafe 17 61).

Do I need dinner reservations?

Yes for Nicole's and Portofino on the live inventory. Official travel tips: dinner reservations are easily made after check-in; casual venues do not require them; larger restaurants encourage reservations in peak periods. Book both required rooms on arrival day.

What costs extra at dinner?

Official FAQ: Nicole's fine dining carries a US$50 per person surcharge on the all-inclusive plan. It is the only listed dining surcharge. Portofino and the buffet / beach venues are included.

Where should I eat lunch?

Prioritize Sails & Tales and Papa Ricco's on Lover's Beach, or The Beach Grill on Rasta Beach (live lunch window about 11:00 AM-3:00 PM). Seabreeze covers buffet lunch. Lazy Pelican is drinks-only.

What is the dress code?

Official: day resort casual with no wet bathing suits; evening casually elegant for most venues. Nicole's: men long pants, collared shirts, closed-toed shoes; women pants, blouses, dresses; no T-shirts, shorts, flip-flops, or beachwear.

Is there late-night food?

The Wavy Wicket Pub lists evening and late-night bar bites on the live inventory (about 5:00 PM-1:30 AM). It is the practical post-dinner social spot with karaoke and sports screens. Confirm kitchen close times at check-in.

Is the resort adults only?

Yes. The Verandah Antigua is adults 16+. Official marketing frames multigenerational travel with young adults 16+. All dining cards inherit that age floor.

Can the kitchen handle vegan or allergy diets?

Official FAQ and dining page: vegetarian options and salads exist, but the all-inclusive kitchens cannot create individualized vegan, gluten-free, allergen-free, or religious custom menus, and cannot guarantee allergen separation. Guests with severe allergies should plan accordingly.

All-InclusiveAdults Only

Elite Island Resorts

The Verandah Antigua

Willikies, Long Bay, Antigua (northeast coast), Antigua and Barbuda

The Verandah Antigua restaurants and menus

The Verandah Antigua (Elite Island Resorts, Willikies / Long Bay, adults 16+) maps 10 live venues: 9 included and Nicole's Restaurant as specialty / extra-cost. Official dining page and homepage list Nicole's (fine gourmet, $50 per person surcharge), Seabreeze buffet, Papa Ricco's Pizzeria, Portofino Ristorante Italiano, Sails & Tales Bar & Grill, The Beach Grill on Rasta Beach, The Pool Bar, Lazy Pelican Beach Bar, The Wavy Wicket Pub, and Cafe 17 61. Official travel tips: dinner reservations are made after check-in; larger restaurants encourage reservations in peak periods; Nicole's is the only dining surcharge ($50 pp). Book Nicole's and Portofino on arrival day. Confirm seasonal hours at Guest Services.

6 Restaurants Advertised

1 Coffee Shops

5 Restaurants Included

1 Specialty

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What dining options are available at The Verandah Antigua?

The Verandah Antigua offers 6 restaurants — 5 included in your stay and 1 specialty/extra-cost. Featured venues include Portofino Ristorante Italiano, Seabreeze Restaurant, Papa Ricco's Pizzeria, Sails & Tales Bar & Grill and The Beach Grill. The resort also has 1 coffee shop and 3 bars/lounges. See the full restaurant guide below for menus, hours, and reservation details.

Before You Book Dinner

Book Nicole's and Portofino at check-in

Official travel tips: dinner reservations are made after check-in; larger restaurants encourage reservations in peak periods. Live inventory requires reservations at Nicole's and Portofino. Reserve both for at least one night each on arrival day before beach venues fill your evenings.

Budget Nicole's at $50 per person

Official FAQ: Nicole's is the only dining surcharge, US$50 per person for all-inclusive guests. Portofino, Seabreeze, Papa Ricco's, Sails & Tales, and The Beach Grill stay included. Confirm whether wine pairings or special bottles bill separately.

Beach lunch stack: Tales, Papa Ricco's, Beach Grill

Use Sails & Tales (official spelling) and Papa Ricco's on Lover's Beach for lunch or early dinner, and The Beach Grill on Rasta Beach for feet-in-the-sand lunch about 11:00 AM-3:00 PM. Lazy Pelican is drinks-only on Lover's Beach.

Dress stack and dietary honesty

Day: resort / holiday casual with dry covered swimwear. Evening: casually elegant at most venues. Nicole's: long pants, collared shirts, closed-toed shoes for men. Official FAQ: vegetarian options exist, but the resort cannot create vegan, gluten-free, allergen-free, or religious custom menus in the all-inclusive kitchen.

Restaurant & Coffee Shop Quick Reference

Restaurant	Meals	Reservations	Pricing
Cafe 17 61°	Day, Afternoon Tea	Walk-in	Included
Nicole's Restaurant	Dinner	Required	Additional charge
Papa Ricco's Pizzeria	Lunch, Dinner	Walk-in	Included
Portofino Ristorante Italiano	Dinner	Required	Included
Sails & Tales Bar & Grill	Lunch, Dinner	Walk-in	Included
Seabreeze Restaurant	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner	Walk-in	Included
The Beach Grill	Lunch	Walk-in	Included

Included Restaurants

Portofino Ristorante Italiano

Included

Modern Italian-style

Official: modern Italian-style cuisine in a fully renovated setting with an a la carte menu of classic favorites and specialty wine pairings at dinner. Live inventory: included Italian dinner, smart casual, reservations required, adults 16+. Best no-surcharge evening option on property. Dinner only; hours vary seasonally.

Dress code: Smart casual (official: no beachwear or gym wear)Spacious Italian-themed indoor setting (fully renovated)Dinner onlyA la carteReservations requiredAdults only (16+ years)

Dinner

Signature dishes: Classic Italian dishes, Specialty wine pairings

Seabreeze Restaurant

Included

Caribbean, International

Official: fully renovated upscale buffet with Caribbean and international cuisine plus cocktail service and booth or table seating. Live: main buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with themed dinner nights; no reservations; breakfast draws the steadiest praise. Dress: holiday casual at breakfast (dry covered swimwear); smart casual evenings.

Dress code: Holiday casual (Breakfast), Smart casual (Evening); official: bathing suits dry and covered at breakfast; no beachwear or gym wear at eveningTable-style indoor seating (booth or tables)Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerUpscale buffet with cocktail serviceNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

BreakfastLunchDinner

Signature dishes: Wide selection of Caribbean and international cuisine, Themed dinner buffets

Papa Ricco's Pizzeria

Included

Pizza, Casual fare

Official: made-to-order pizzas from a new oven with a full menu, casual sit-down or quick service, overlooking Lover's Beach. Live: wood-fired pizza for lunch and early dinner; no reservations; dry bathing suits acceptable. Reliable when you skip a sit-down specialty night.

Dress code: Holiday casual (bathing suits must be dry and covered)Casual sit-down beachfront seating overlooking Lover's BeachLunch and DinnerMade-to-order pizzas with a full menuNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

LunchDinner

Signature dishes: Fresh made-to-order pizzas from a new oven

Sails & Tales Bar & Grill

Included

Casual seafood, Ocean-inspired dishes, Cocktails

Official spelling is Sails & Tales (not Tails): casual seafood and cocktails in a chic outdoor setting overlooking Lover's Beach, lunch and dinner, full bar, ocean-inspired shareable dishes. Live: lighter seafood-forward midday favorite; walk-in; fish usually outperforms meat. No reservations.

Dress code: Holiday casual (bathing suits must be dry and covered)Chic outdoor setting overlooking Lover's BeachLunch and DinnerBar & grillNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

LunchDinner

Signature dishes: Casual seafood dishes, Ocean-inspired specialties, Crafted cocktails

The Beach Grill

Included

Casual fare, Beach grill

Official: casual fare with feet in the sand on Rasta Beach, full-service beach bar and grill, modern Caribbean vibe. Live: lunch only about 11:00 AM-3:00 PM; most relaxed dining on property; no reservations; no dress-code friction beyond dry covered swimwear. Pair drinks with Lazy Pelican if you stay on Lover's Beach instead.

Dress code: Holiday casual (bathing suits must be dry and covered)Feet in the sand, full-service beach bar and grill on Rasta Beach11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (live lunch window; confirm seasonal boards)Casual fare, bar menuNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

Lunch

Extra-Cost Dining

Nicole's Restaurant

Extra cost

Fine gourmet, Caribbean-inspired, French, Italian

Official FAQ and dining page: fine gourmet a la carte in an upscale contemporary setting with a modern full-service bar; US$50 per person surcharge on the all-inclusive plan (only dining surcharge). Live: Caribbean-inflected gourmet with French and Italian preparations; dinner only; reservations required. Official dress for Nicole's is stricter than other venues (men: long pants, collared shirts, closed-toed shoes).

Dress code: Smart casual / Nicole's rule (official: men long pants, collared shirts, closed-toed shoes; women pants, blouses, dresses; no T-shirts, shorts, flip-flops, or beachwear)Upscale, contemporary indoor settingDinner onlyA la carteReservations requiredAdults only (16+ years)

Dinner

Signature dishes: Caribbean-inspired gourmet dishes, French cuisine specialties, Italian cuisine specialties

Coffee Shops

Cafe 17 61°

Included

Classic coffees, Made-to-order drinks, Afternoon tea, Homemade pastries

Official Cafe 17 61: classic coffees and made-to-order drinks at a chic island coffee shop with casual sit-down or quick service. Live also lists homemade pastries and afternoon tea; useful for early coffee before the Seabreeze breakfast rush. Walk-in.

Dress code: Resort casualChic island coffee shop with casual sit-down seatingDaytime hoursCoffee shop menuNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

DayAfternoon Tea

Signature dishes: Classic coffees, Made-to-order drinks, Homemade pastries, Afternoon tea selection

Bars & Lounges

The Wavy Wicket Pub

Included

Bar bites, Classic bar fare, Cocktails

Official: lively bar and lounge with karaoke, big-screen TVs, bar games, sporting events, cold beer, cocktails, and bar bites. Live: open about 5:00 PM-1:30 AM; evening social hub with billiards and a shallow adjacent pool. Smart casual evenings; walk-in.

Dress code: Smart casual (no beachwear or gym wear)Lively indoor bar and lounge with comfortable seating5:00 PM - 1:30 AMBar menuNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

EveningLate-night

Signature dishes: Bar bites, Hand-crafted cocktails, Cold beers

The Pool Bar

Included

Drinks, Cocktails, Snacks (implied)

Official: fully renovated expansive full-service bar steps from the main pool, with bistro tables and lounge seating next to Cafe 17 61. Live: daytime rum punch and standard cocktails; walk-in. Signature rum punch is the drink most guests reorder.

Dress code: Resort casual (bathing suits must be dry and covered during the day)Bistro tables and lounge seating, steps from the main poolDaytime hoursFull-service barNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

Day

Signature dishes: Rum punch

Lazy Pelican Beach Bar

Included

Drinks, Tropical island vibes

Official: fully renovated beach bar directly on Lover's Beach. Live: drinks-focused; no food service here; pair with Papa Ricco's or Sails & Tales for lunch. Walk-in daytime beach bar.

Dress code: Holiday casual (bathing suits must be dry and covered)Renovated beach bar directly on Lover's BeachDaytime hoursFull-service beach barNo reservations neededAdults only (16+ years)

Day