We have been by here for years and it was never open. We were driving by a few days ago and saw it was open. We had to stop. We had the turnovers/empanadas. One chicken, one sausage. Both were a great light afternoon snack. The chicken, I think, had some curry. The sausage had a mild seasoning. If you see it open, stop immediately and have a snack. You won't be sorry. read more

The food is amazing!!! We are and i even bought more to take home other us. All homemade and you can tell everything is made with love. Can't wait to go back to St John so I can stop back at Ekaete Pink Cornee!! read more

We had to visit this amazing Caribbean food restaurant on our 3 day trip to St John. Everything good you resd about this restaurant is true. The food is delicious, we ordered the Curry Goat and Stewed Oxtails. The hospitality makes you feel you're at family's house for dinner. And Esther is such a warm hearted and good spirited woman, it was a pleasure meeting her. Highly recommend if you want an amazing meal. read more

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We really enjoyed what felt like an authentic local experience. The service was great and you felt like you were at home. The chef came out as well to check on us. We had the oxtails and the goat and both were delicious. read more

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I would star my review saying that this was the best experience Ive ever had with Caribbean Food, but I decided to talk first about the owners because they deserve it. Best hosts ever, they treat you like family. They would do anything to please you. Food was delicious, my favorite, the curry goat and oxtail. Their homemade ice cream, five stars!!! Exquisite!!! The place was really cute and very clean!!! I have attached pictures. read more

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Delicious jerk chicken on St John's! They also have a variety of juices and smoothies. Big shoutout to our waitress who asked us if we wanted alcohol in our smoothie because duh, why not?! read more

Ekaete Pink Corner - Jerk chicken - Caribbean Near Me - Coral Bay, Virgin Islands

Great food nice folks! Eat here not there. I've got more to tell you but not right now See for yourself. Go there. Homemade pate.

Unfortunately, I drove to this restaurant two times and they were closed both of them. Both Yelp and google said they should have been open when I went. This is really sad because I really wanted to try their food... based on other reviews i am sure it is very good. Ultimately, a restaurant can have the best food ever but if they are not open (or have misleading advertising in terms of their hours) I can't leave a good review. read more

It is a family ran restaurant. The service was awesome. They were so friendly. Home cooked meals. The mother cooked it and came out and asked us how we enjoyed our meals. If you are staying in Coral Bay this is a must. The aesthetic inside of the restaurant is super cute as well! read more

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We had two lunches at Ekaete. Trip one was on a Sunday and was delicious. The curry chicken was amazing. The owner served us with a smile. It was a leisurely West Indian experience that we truly enjoyed. The second time, we had a massive wait for our pre ordered Roti and the young server overshared about her personal life, way too much. This dimmed our experience. Go with the flow and it's a great local spot. read more

This place is super cute with friendly staff. Note of warning they only take CASH. So we ended up just getting some smoothies, salt fish pate and Johnny cakes. All were delicious. read more

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Nice little low key spot in Coral Bay. Family owned and feels like great home cooked Caribbean cuisine. Goat curry was amazing and we also had salmon with peas and rice. If you're just looking for a quick snack they also have several different Johnny Cakes. We got the tuna one to go to eat later and it was equally delicious. Full bar as well. read more

Ekaete Pink Corner - Salmon over peas and rice with a pineapple and red bell pepper salsa served with a raison slaw and small side salad. - Caribbean Near Me - Coral Bay, Virgin Islands

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Phenomenal Caribbean food, friendly staff, beer & cocktails available. Doesn't get any better than that. It was a great break from burgers and beach food, we'll be back for sure! read more

this is a very different type of restaurant, especially if you come for dinner. first you must let them know you want to come for dinner, and they will tell you whether or not they're gonna open depending on reservations they have. the mother in the back cooks all the caribbean food herself. there is no menu, she will read off what she's making the for the day. the food truly is homemade and amazing, unlike the american burgers, etc on the rest of the island. there are no prices, so make sure you ask, because it definitely is more expensive than you think. they also ONLY accept cash!! in addition they have unique ice cream flavors to finish off your meal. read more

This place is a little hidden on the other side of the island from Cruz Bay. 30 minute ride and worth it. We have been here twice in two years and each time was not disappointed. Currently, you should call and make a reservation because of the pandemic. They only take cash because of the cost but it's really worth it. They are extremely friendly and we have made origami cranes each time we have come. Tell them the Origami family sent you. read more

Ekaete Pink Corner - Passion fruit and lime juice locally made. - Caribbean Near Me - Coral Bay, Virgin Islands

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The food is good, but check the prices (not posted) because they're higher than you would guess.

Great jerk chicken and super friendly owners. Tried the jerk goat--thumbs up. And the vegetarian was pleased with her veggie meal. Just a happy delicious spot! read more

This place is one of the best meals I had on my trip to USVI. It is a tiny place by the road in coral Bay. We had the curry duck and chicken roti. I also got the soursop and banana smoothie. Seeing that we are Indians, the lady asked us if we would like the hot mango chutney that goes with the roti. And man was it amazing !! It was like the pickles we make back home and I licked every last bit of it. The lady's mom came out and spoke to us and asked us about the food. We also had the johny cakes which my mom makes back home in india. It was such a great experience to feel like I was eating tasty home food and having conversations with warm, friendly and welcoming people. This is a must stop for lunch in St.John. read more

Pink corner has limited hours but you definitely should go in when you have a chance. Local cuisine such as oxtail, jerk chicken and local vegetables, homemade ice cream and then the usual burgers and such. Mom is the cook and the daughter is out front . Nice dining room, and the food was plentiful and delicious. A nice switch from the other places that seem to cater only to tourists. read more

A delightful, delicious, Black-owned business in Coral Bay. Six of us came for lunch on a Friday and had marvelously flavorful St. Johnian food, including curried goat, salt fish pate, and various chicken dishes. Ekaete specializes in vegetarian options as well, and as much of an eater as I am, the simple bean salad side dish was one of the best things I've ever eaten. This is a small, chef-run restaurant and a true gem of local cuisine. It's cash only and operates on a small scale-- by design. Ekaete's is not the place to come if you are looking for that cheeseburger in paradise. But If you are excited for a meal cooked with home-cooked pride and served with kindness, and especially if you love delicious things, this is the place for you. read more

We had such a nice meal for lunch on Labor Day weekend. We had the oxtail (to my husband it was as close as it could get to his nana) and for me an amazing chickpea curry. Loved it. The atmosphere is great. The owners were very kind. Highly recommend this awesome spot! read more

ThIs is the only restaurant in Coral Bay that serves local food such as oxtail and goat curry. Other menu items are Johnny cake, beef/ salt fish patty. This place is very inviting and run by a dynamic mom and daughter team. The food was excellent. Imagine eating succulent, fall off the bone meat with seasoned rice and peas. It was absolutely heavenly. read more

Stopped in for drinks, smoothies, Johnnie cakes and dinner. Everything was amazing, friendly staff, authentic food and a relaxed environment. This was a highlight of our trip to St. John read more

Ekaete is a refreshing culinary experience. I'd go as far as to say it's unlike any I've had before. Esther went out of her way to make us a special thanksgiving meal on the day of with only 24 hours notice. She opened the restaurant just for us. Not only was the meal memorable (goat curry, rice, bbq pork, turkey, with Indian chutney) but she took the time to sit with us and tell us about her story, show us her handicrafts. We laughed and enjoyed her company like we would as if we were having a thanksgiving (or a Friendsgiving) meal at home with our friends and family. She is amazing and I can say a trip to the islands isn't complete without her island hospitality in full glory. We found a new friend. read more

Too expensive for what the food is ( fairly ordinary) everything is overpriced, food is served in styrofoam containers, service is sub optimal. Stay away from the handmade ice cream. It's not very good and you'll be shocked by the price when they present the bill. read more

While we were exploring St. John we wanted to have some breakfast but it was early and a lot of places weren't open yet. As we drove further into Coral Bay we found a cute little outdoor spot Called Ekaete Pink Corner and was pleasantly greeted by the owner and cook Ekaete. We let her know we wanted some authentic food from the island and she said no problem. She went to her kitchen and after about 10 minutes she came out with two plates of freshly made Johnny cakes with fresh white fish. It was my first time trying this dish. It was very fresh and delicious! We also ordered fresh lime ginger and star juice! Yummy!! I would highly recommend trying out this spot if you ever visit St. John. It was worth exploring and driving to the East side of the island! read more

The food here is spectacular. My wife had the curry chicken. I had the ribs. The meat on the ribs was so tender it nearly fell off the bone. The serving is huge. With my ribs I received a salad, macaroni and cheese, and rice and beans. We will be again. read more

We read the reviews and were excited to eat here. Unfortunately, when we drove up, they were painting and remodeling... And therefore closed. However, they were super nice and all of a sudden the owner said "wait here just a minute". After a few moments she came out with a heaping pile of food saying that she had made it for the workers, and didn't want us to miss out on at least a taste. It was delicious. We gave her a $20 and she promptly said she would donate the money to a local charity that she volunteers for that feeds the poor. We look forward to returning some day and ordering lots of her wonderful food read more

Good food. Wonderful owners. Enjoyed this restaurant. Inside and outside seating. Check their schedule before going

Guava turnover was delicious and the ice cream is refreshing on a nice hot day! She also sells fresh fruit and juices! read more

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Hands-down my favorite REAL local Caribbean food in Saint John. De'Coal Pot comes close, but that's all the way over in Cruz Bay. Most of the food options on St. John offer overpriced continental tourist food; "pan-Asian" dishes, mediocre pasta, chicken fingers, etc. Ekaete Pink Corner was an amazing find, complemented by the sweet lady who runs the place, Miss Esther. The hours tends to vary widely during the off season, but thankfully you can tell when you drive by whether they're open or not. We were staying just up the hill, so we passed by it anyway. Fresh juices from exotic fruits, delicious Caribbean entrees, and great cocktails. Truly local gem. Will definitely be coming back here on my next trip! read more

We discovered this restaurant in Coral Bay, St. John, USVI. We were devastated when Vi's closed, then we found Ekaete! We sat outdoors in the shade and members of our group enjoyed ribs and curried goat. Both were spectacular! Both dishes were served with rice and fried plantains. Ester, our host, makes her own barbecue sauce and it was just the right balance of sweet and spicy. The goat was amazing!! When you're in Coral Bay, Ekaete is a must stop! read more

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I would give them 10 stars if only were possible. Food was amazing, the best Caribbean food I have ever had. My favorite, the curry goat, and the Oxtail. They also make amazing ice cream. It reminded me my grandma's recipe, just delicious. Jerry and his wife Esther, were exceptional hosts. They even got us some drinks for free and treated us like family. The place was sparkle clean and super cute. As other reviews mentioned, these people would sit with you and tell their story which make the place more unique. They will tell you how they built the restaurant from the ground and many other stories. In other words, you feel like home. Go, you won't regret it!!!. read more

GREAT customer service and welcoming!! Great food, fast service. Will definitely go back! Don't waist your time with Skinny Legs around the corner! read more

I assure you they're open! There's been some misinformation on Yelp and TripAdvisor but Ekaete Pink Corner is definitely open! Finger licking West Indies cuisine run by the friendliest folks on the island. Don't miss this gem in Coral Bay! read more

Superb local food. Do NOT sleep on this place. Fantastic value. They were closing up when we arrived, citing that their reservations had canceled on them. But they opened back up just for us! What followed was exceptionally friendly service, lovely stories from Esther and her children, spicy jerk, eye popping rich homemade ice cream, and uncelebrated side plantains (came with the entree) that beat just about any others I've had. The ambience was friendly and active without the overbearing conviviality you might get at other nearby places, so whatever mood you are in, this is your spot. I tried the curried goat, and others had curried chicken and jerk pork. Even the spiced rice was noteworthy. The menu is handwritten on a board- in every way, this was "mom's home cooking." But the kids are chefs too! Call ahead for a reservation so they know you're coming. Also, word on the street is that if you stop by to chat or give them a call the day before, you might be able to swoop in for a very special breakfast (salt cod, the whole deal). read more

Ekaete Pink Corner - Caribbean Near Me - Coral Bay, Virgin Islands

For some reason in St. John, ICE CREAM is a rare find. LOOK no more! This place has ice cream. When we went there she had about five different flavors of HOMEMADE ice cream. Vanilla, orange, strawberry, butter pecan, Soursop. She also had homemade pastries and we bought a guava turnover looking thing and it was very yummy. The guava turnover was four dollars and the ice cream for three big scoops for six dollars and it was delicious. She also sells fresh fruit and her covered canopy sitting area is actually very cool (temp wise). Go here to cool off from a hot day of snorkeling! read more

This spot is not always open, but make sure to stop in when it is. The owner is as friendly as can be and makes delicious fresh fruit smoothies. We stopped for an afternoon snack (coconut bread with cheese and a beef hand pie, plus the aforementioned smoothies) and learned that if you want to have dinner there, you should call her in the mornIng to make a reservation, otherwise she's closed at dinner time. We have heard she makes great traditional local fare but haven't yet tried it for dinner. The coconut bread and beef pie were delicious and unlike anything I've had back home. read more

Best food on the island. Call and let them know you are coming so they are open for you. These are family recipes prepared by Esther. The ribs and the BBQ sauce brought tears to my eyes. Sweet and tangy, the meat fell from the bone. It was the best I have had anywhere and I am a ribs fan. We also had fried rice and chow mein. Amazing new twist on Chinese. Genuine people and genuine food. This will be my first meal when I return to the island. Ekaete Pink Corner can't be missed! read more

We can't say enough wonderful things about Ester, her family, and their incredible hospitality and service. Our first trip to the island of St John was made memorable in part by our visit to Ester's fruit stand and restaurant. Ester has the most amazing fruit! The variety of fruit was excellent. Everything from fresh mangos, pineapple, bananas, and papaya to cinnamon and cloves. She takes pride in her product presentation and ensures all the of the product she sells are of the highest quality! Also, her and her family went out their way more than a couple times to obtain special local fruits that we inquired about! Truly amazing! In addition to fruit, she is an excellent cook! The conch fritters were fantastic! A story: We met Ester on our 2nd or 3rd day on the island. On a trip to Gibney beach on day 4 or so, we met Jennifer, the caretaker for Gibney Beach Villas (another gracious and wonderful person we met on the island). We had the most amazing tour of the Gibney property and saw so many wonderful plants and trees! Jennifer told us of John Gibney and what an outstanding horticulturist he was. As I said, we had already been purchasing fruit from Ester, in particular the Mango's were phenomenal! The next time we saw Ester, we mentioned our experience and tour of the Gibney property. As it turned out, some of Esters mangos come from the tree that was given to her many years ago as a wedding gift from John Gibney! It's a small island! The hospitality, quality of fruit, and warm hearts of Ester and her family make a trip the Pink Corner a must. I would highly recommend for you to visit Ester and her fruit stand on your visit to St John! Thank you so much Ester! read more