The gastronomic scene on our Islands is always evolving. With restaurants serving sharing plates of local produce, cafes celebrating classic Guernsey recipes and new spots opening for al fresco dining, there’s something for every palate.
Here are some innovative new eateries to bookmark for your next visit.
Vraic
Run by Head Chef Nathan Davies, Vraic is a multi-course tasting menu restaurant. Named after the Guernésiais word for seaweed, ‘Vraic’ emphasises the connection between its dishes and the Guernsey community, as the restaurant works closely with local seaweed foragers, farmers and fishing boats.
Celebrating the best of local produce, complemented by notes of Davies’ Welsh upbringing, the restaurant's core ethos is sustainability. From the kitchen processes through to the menu itself, Vraic focuses on working with nature and wasting as little as possible.
Davies draws heavily on his rural roots, crafting plates reminiscent of the wild natural beauty of his homeland. Enjoy a 13-course culinary tour of the British Isles, with seasonal ingredients cooked over an open fire. You will also find a wine list and bar menu, offering both classic and inventive drink options.
Opening Times:
- Wednesday - Thursday, 6pm - 11pm
- Friday - Saturday, 12pm - 4:30pm, 6pm - 11pm
Rebellion Pizza
Rebellion Pizza is one of Guernsey’s newest eateries, conveniently situated just off the high street in St Peter Port.
Created from a genuine love for delicious pizza, amazing beer and great hospitality in comfortable and cool surroundings, Rebellion Pizza is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed meal with friends or family.
The carefully-crafted menu consists of moreish small plates and sharing dishes, beautifully-crafted pizzas, and a couple of other treats to accompany the mood.
Rebellion Pizza has also teamed up with Second Meridian Brew Co., otherwise known as 2M, to serve a range of craft beers, pilsners, IPAs and pale ales. It’s a match made in heaven! If beer isn’t your thing, they also stock a range of wines and a few cocktails.
Opening Times:
- Tuesday - Thursday, 12pm - 3pm, 4pm - 9pm
- Friday - Saturday, 12pm - 9:30pm
Fukku
Established in 2022 as a Japanese Izakaya, Fukku has evolved into a restaurant, now located on Smith Street in the centre of St Peter Port.
Respect for ingredients is at the heart of Japanese cuisine, as well as simplicity and attention to detail. Fukku sources produce from Japanese merchants and local suppliers, and uses traditional preparation techniques to create meals that are both authentic and delicious.
The menu covers a wide variety of dishes, allowing you to sample everything from sushi and sashimi to ramen, bento boxes and salads, with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options available. With their open kitchen, diners can enjoy watching the chefs at work, or even sit by the bar and let the team craft a bespoke meal.
The drinks menu also takes inspiration from Japan, with the inclusion of sake, whisky and Japanese-brewed ales and beer, alongside wines and non-alcoholic soft drinks.
Opening Times:
- Tuesday - Saturday, 12pm - 2:30pm
- Tuesday - Thursday, 6pm - 9:30pm
- Friday - Saturday, 6pm - 10pm
Alba
A recent addition to St Peter Port, Alba is located in the historic Market Square and draws inspiration from classic French, Spanish and Italian flavours.
Fusing a 1920s Cuban and Mexican-inspired cocktail bar with an open-kitchen restaurant and conservatory, the ground-floor dining area opens directly onto Market Square, creating a vibrant ambience and providing alfresco dining in the summer months.
With a focus on local ingredients and wood-fired cooking, the menu will leave you spoilt for choice, with dishes including lobster tagliolini, Guernsey crab and duck confit. You will even find seasonal offerings, such as their summer gnocchi and Alba's 'Summer of Spritz' drinks menu.
If you’re looking for a drink, the Latin-inspired bar hosts a vast selection of tequila, rum, margaritas, daiquiris and more, as well as mocktail options. With special additions such as live DJs and monthly Sunday lunches, Alba is a buzzing hotspot to add to your St Peter Port itinerary.
Kitchen Opening Times:
- Tuesday, 6pm - 9:45pm
- Wednesday - Saturday, 12pm - 2pm, 6pm - 9:45pm
Bar Opening Times:
- Tuesday, 5pm - 12am
- Wednesday - Saturday, 12pm - 12am
Prince of Wales
Located at the top of Smith Street in St Peter Port, the newly renovated Prince of Wales restaurant and wine bar is ideal for an evening meal.
They operate an extensive small plate menu which changes seasonally. You’ll find many dishes showcasing local produce to sample - just look out for the Guernsey Mark.
Dishes are perfect for sharing and arrive as soon as they are ready, making the dining experience very sociable.
Bar Opening Times:
- Monday, Wednesday – Sunday, 12pm – 00:45am
Restaurant Opening Times:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 12pm – 10pm (Snacks 2:30pm – 5pm)
- Friday - Saturday, 12pm – 11pm (Snacks 2:30pm – 5pm)
- Sunday, 12pm – 10pm (Snacks 10pm – 11pm)
HOOK - Reinvented
HOOK has been a favourite of Islanders and visitors for many years, and has recently undergone a reinvention. HOOK celebrates the best of nearby land and seas with a seasonal menu focussed on small plates for sharing, so you can discover more of our Island's flavours.
Dishes are cooked over coal or served raw to highlight the natural flavour, and an extensive cocktail, mocktail and wine list is on offer too.
You can find the restaurant on the seafront in St Peter Port.
Restaurant Opening Times:
- Tuesday – Friday, 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 9.45pm
- Saturday, 12.30pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 9.45pm
Cellar Bar Opening Times:
- Tuesday – Thursday, 12pm – 12am
- Friday - Saturday, 12pm – 12.30am
Lola
If you have visited our Islands before, you may have paid a visit to Coco Mini Brasserie in St Peter Port. Lola is Coco’s new sister restaurant, operating in the Market Place in town with a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.
Lola serves an excellent range of all-day brunch options, including eggs, granolas and swirls, plus delicious sandwiches, steak frites, coffee, iced drinks, and smoothies. Their menu offers something for everyone and has options for both takeaway and eating in.
Opening Times:
- Tuesday - Saturday, 8am - 6pm
- Sunday, 8am - 4pm
Renoir Tea Garden
Set in the beautiful valley that inspired Pierre Auguste Renoir to create his iconic Guernsey paintings, the Renoir Tea Garden is picturesque and welcoming.
The Tea Gardens serve craft teas, salads and a range of classic Guernsey dishes including fresh crab, bean jar and Guernsey gâche. Sit inside or enjoy the peaceful gardens overlooking the bay.
During your visit you may find an art or craft class taking place. You can follow the Renoir Tea Garden on Facebook to the keep up to date with the latest events.
For the intrepid, why not hike to Moulin Huet via the Renoir Walk to see the inspirational painting spots and then refuel at the Tea Garden?
Opening Times:
- Monday - Sunday, 10am to 5pm
Hugo’s - Sark
Hugo’s Bar & Bistro is located in the beautiful Dixcart Valley just a gentle stroll from the beach at Dixcart Bay in Sark.
They focus on using fresh Sark seafood, locally reared beef and pork as well as local vegetables to support local suppliers.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, you can head in for a full meal or some Sark sparkling wine in their courtyard or garden.
Opening Times:
- Tuesday - Thursday, 11:30am – 10pm
- Friday - Saturday, 11:30am – 11pm
- Sunday, 11:30am – 10pm
Jack’s
Based at Moores Hotel on Le Pollet, Jack’s has recently undergone a stunning renovation, to become a cosy and intimate venue open to hotel guests and members of the public.
The inviting ambience and extensive drink menu – including cocktails and high quality spirits – make Jack’s the perfect choice for a pre-dinner drink, or an after-dinner nightcap.
There is also a small menu of nibbles to enjoy – or you can move into JB Parker’s Bar & Cellar for dinner, with its larger, eclectic menu.
Access is via the hotel’s main entrance in the Pollet.
Opening Times:
- 5pm until late, every day.
