Raw

4.1 (114 reviews)

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Jim N.

We had dinner at Raw during a recent trip to St. Thomas. Our first impressions were good: nice staff, menu looked good, and they had a happy hour menu. However, we also saw that there were only 6 fish available, one of which was boiled shrimp (which we never eat). A pretty unimpressive line-up for a sushi bar. We started with the miso soup, RAWkin' tacos, and a red snapper maki roll. The soup was good, the tacos better (we added a 4th taco so we each had two). The tuna in the tacos was good, but the overall taco was just OK. The over abundant sauce drowned out the fish. That was the beginning of a trend for the evening. The red snapper maki roll was small (happy hour size) so no real bargain there. It was also our first taste of the rice used at the restaurant, not so good. That issue continued throughout the evening. We also started with a carafe of hot sake, which was tasty. We had several carafes throughout the evening! :-) We moved to the regular menu and ordered the hamachi carpaccio. The dish included the fresh hamachi, asian slaw, arugula, and sliced jalapeno. No sauce on this plate, so the fish was the star. Fresh and served at the right temperature. We ordered sashimi next: salmon, (more) hamachi, red snapper, and tuna. The fish was good, all tasted fresh. We moved on to specialty rolls next, and tried the Four Tuna and Don't Vessup rolls. Both rolls suffered from the rice deficiency noted above. The seemed old, a bit dried out, and simply not the quality one would expect at a top-notch sushi place. Both rolls also suffered from the over-abundance of spicy aioli sauce. Not sure why sushi places do that... the good ones don't. Service was OK, not great. The sushi chefs were responsive, but our waitress (who we think was new) was pretty slow. For the prices charged, we expected much better-quality food. Raw missed the mark on quality and available fish. With so many dining options in the area, we won't be back.

Erin E.

So delicious and exactly what I was craving. Unfortunate mixup when I came to get my order. But all in all fantastic. Fresh and yummy. I would recommend.

M T.

We came here for dinner one night after trying to come a night earlier, but they weren't open even though online sites said they should've been open. Honestly, the service was horrible, and we had much better sushi at Citifield while watching a Mets game. We ordered the miso soup, iguana go home, surf n' turf roll, jammin' salmon roll and fourtuna roll.

Salena P.

Being from New York, we have some pretty awesome sushi restaurants. But this one?? Outstanding. The food is delicious- perfect combinations with sushi and perfect size- the pieces are nice to bite into because they don't fall apart. We recommend the spicy tuna on crispy rice, the goin back to cali roll, the rolling rainbow roll, and the off da hook roll (all pictured). The service was quick and very accommodating- and they also recommended items that they enjoyed. The ambiance is nice- we went for our dim light date night on vacation together. Tip- The restaurant is a bit small so try to make reservations beforehand!

Tracy V.

My family and I went to Raw last night. We did not have reservations but the host was Great! He checked and was able to seat us. The waitress we had was amazing! The food was really good also. I highly recommend Raw!

Matsuzaka mule (left) Cucumber sakejito(right)

Phil H.

Snagged a spot on a Monday night at the sushi bar, though I would recommend reservations if possible as it can get pretty busy. Interior is very new and cozy. We ordered a couple of drinks, poke bowls and the miso shellfish roll. Drinks were great, my favorite was the matsuyama mule as it was very refreshing in this warmer weather. I was a bit disappointed in the miso shellfish roll, it boasted lobster-crab-shrimp salad, but only tasted of imitiaton crab meat. On the other hand, the poke bowls were top notch. Fish was very fresh and the toppings added wonderful contrast to the bowl. Not bad for being right in the heart of red hook, its worth a shot if you're here.

Seth F.

My partner and I went to raw and had a perfectly good experience. We made a reservation, which was very much needed. Also, if you've haven't been in the area parking can be challenging. Give it a couple of drive thrus and you'll find something. I got the teriyaki chicken which I thought was gonna be a bit more substantial. It was hella yummy although you only get one strip. I honestly could've eaten five of these. I also got a bowl of white steamed rice. The rice was weirdly cold and dry. My friend got the surf and turf roll which had steak and crab. He said it was good but the rice also was on the dry side. The restaurant itself was very clean and everyone was nice. We'd come back and try other things with a better informed opinion.

Read before going. There is cockroach I saw 3, on the bar I noticed this once I was done with the food. The food was good, I didn't have a reservation, I was seated on the bar.

Fantastic sushi (and I lived in Okinawa) Great service Cool spot Not cheap but worth the price and still a good value

Stephanie C.

A little gem tucked away in this bar-laden area. It was a welcome change of atmosphere and the service and food was just as we had hoped. We ordered 4 different rolls and shared them all because they were all fantastic!

Best sushi place on island . My son loves California rolls , grilled shrimp and edemame. I love everything on the menu. We always have a very yummy meal at this restaurant . Nathan is just a great chef! Higher recommend this place to everyone

Rainbow Roll and another roll that was recommended by our server (can't remember the name, sorry)

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Nikki T.

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I really enjoyed it here. The decor was detailed and made you feel like you were somewhere in Asia eating sushi. The waitress had the bar make us these coconut rum drinks that were fantastic and packed a secret punch. The sushi was good and we enjoyed it. I would return if ever in Red hook again. read more

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Ericka T.

7 years ago

Best sushi Ive had in a while! Excellent service. You have to try the Pork belly tacos! read more

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Megan E.

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5 years ago

The sushi was very good and the service was also great. If you're in the mood for sushi in St Thomas/red hook area, I'd def recommend. read more

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Christian J.

Elite 21

5 years ago

My daughter and her best friend wanted sushi and we saw this place on a Friday around 6pm. We walked in and it wasn't really big but had a couple tables open but we didn't have a reservation. She went to computer and asked if it was possible to be finished in less than a hour and we said no problem. The sushi was great and it was a fun atmosphere and the waiter was fantastic. We saw so many others come in without a reservation and they had to turn them away. So if you want to eat here at night you better make a reservation. read more

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Kendra S.

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Delicious! Small little restaurant and with covid you may want to do reservations. Got the tacos as an appetizer and they were amazing. Sushi was really good. Highly recommend. read more

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Nouy Y.

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5 years ago

Hands down the most amazzzing sushi place on the island. Definitely save the best for last. The restaurant staff was amazing, Shawn was our waiter and recommended everything we ordered. Fish was fresh, edamame was soooooo yummy! Full of flavor. I could eat that all day along with a saki bomb. Must try!! read more

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Larry T.

2 years ago

Takeout order. Friendly staff and fresh fish in their specialty rolls. Quick turnaround from ordering. Side salad of cucumber was tasty.

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David B.

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We flipped a coin heads was RAW, tails was melt. Well what a great flip! We ended up having the edamame which had a light sesame oil and dusted with a little kick! We then had the "RAW"-kin tacos which were outstanding. Ahi tuna tacos with a mango sauce. You must order these when you are here. We also tried the "RAW"-kin roll which was also really good. Everything tastes fresh and the presentation on everything was very appealing. The restaurant is beautiful and inviting. We are locals here and we have found a sushi home for sure. If you want to get your monies worth for sushi then this is the place to go. Get the tacos! read more

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Lauren M.

5 years ago

Awesome sushi and delicious appetizers. Really great service! We loved it so much we booked a second reservation before we head home. Definitely a must if you're in red hook! read more

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Jennifer M.

4 years ago

Excellent food and excellent service! Everything that we tried was fantastic! I would absolutely recommend Raw for anyone looking for fresh excellent sushi! read more

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Nader S.

4 years ago

How can you possibly serve imitation crab, as SASHIMI(!!!) without noting so on the menu? Complete scam artistry.

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Hope F.

6 years ago

Amazing food. Went for happy hour and I must say you have to try the veggie tacos. They are so tasty!! Must go eat there!! read more

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Inese S.

4 years ago

We got the tacos as an appetizer and those were great. Their sushi were below average though. We tried three different sushi and didn't enjoy those at all. read more

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guillermo l.

6 years ago

Raw (Red Hook branch) Food Wow! Pretty tasty. I'll be honest--we were not expecting it to be THAT good (and we have very good sushi in NYC), but we were pleasantly surprised. Order: chicken yakitori, Raw-rockin roll, California Roll. Service Understandably there will be limited seating because of COVID restrictions. However, they were able to accommodate us faster than the 30mins wait time. The waitresses were friendly and attentive. Ambience Quaint. Reminds me of the sushi places in NYC. read more

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Tracy A.

2 years ago

We tried to make a reservation, but it only showed later hours than what we wanted. We decided to give it a try since it was 5:00 on a Thursday. We were asked if we had a reservation but did get immediately seated. We didn't know there were happy hour specials, which worked out well since the kids like edamame and simple sushi rolls. They did not have a California roll on the menu, but they gladly made it for our kids. I had the 4 tuna roll which was good, relatively decent portions, for a slightly higher than average price stateside. They don't have as many roll options as some of the other sushi restaurants on the island, so I would check the menu for specific rolls if you're particular. Did not try any of the alcohol options, but several specialty drinks and sakes for those that partake. The restaurant did fill quickly, and as it did, the service was a little slower. I could see this being a great takeout order after a long day at the beach. People were in and out picking up food like a revolving door. As far as kids go, I wouldn't take younger kids to this restaurant as all the tables are higher up. Not necessarily small kid friendly (no kids menu). Overall service wasn't exceptional or very welcoming/friendly (unlike most other places we've been to.) Ambiance was Asian inspired and fitting of a sushi restaurant. It is a smaller venue, so it's best to make reservations. read more

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Danielle H.

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This place was recommended to us after a sailing trip. Let me tell you it did not disappoint! They have phenomenal happy hour. The service was excellent and the rolls were to die for. Give this place a try!! read more

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Kate B.

4 years ago

Simply outstanding. We sat at the sushi bar. Waitstaff was great. The chefs worked so hard to prepare delicious sushi. Started with edamame followed by crispy rice. So good. Then ordered a few rolls. So fresh! Inventive flavors. Great gem in Red Hook. read more

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Stephanie G.

5 years ago

Best poke bowl I've ever had. Lobster roll is amazing. Service was great. Highly recommend! read more

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Heather B.

2 years ago

No, just no. Save yourself the torture of not being served. We were in the USVI for an extended stay in April. We ate at Raw twice, and tried to eat there a third time. The food is very good - the problem is the staff. Service is incredibly slow and they are shorthanded. The third time we tried to eat there, we stood in the doorway awkwardly because there is no hostess. After about 3-5 minutes someone came over and sat us. A young girl asked if we wanted water and then never came back! We were seated at the high top community table, and there were only two tables with patrons beside ourselves. The Maitre' D or manager from Pesce next door came over and recognized us and asked how we were. (We had been on the island for a while.). We told her we had been sitting for 15 minutes with no service. She didn't look surprised, so she offered to take our drink orders. She went and told the young girl and two gentlemen who had been tapping on the computer for 15 minutes and they proceeded to ignore her. She came back and said she would go next door to Pesce to at least get our young daughter's lemonade. She came back in two minutes with a lemonade. We watched as the two men and one young girl took turns entering things on a computer and helping other tables. Two more tables were seated and helped. Finally after being ignored for long enough, my husband went up to the bar and asked the one male who our server was. He said, "I don't know, probably me, but I'm not even a server." Confused, my husband said we've been sitting for a long time and two tables after us have already been served drinks. The man told my husband, "Sir, I don't know, go sit down." Well things quickly spiraled out of control after that command. My husband said excuse me? My daughter and I stood up from the table because it was clear we would be leaving soon. The other gentleman suddenly seemed interested now that voices were being raised, and introduced himself as the manager to take the focus off the nimrod that told my husband to sit down. My husband told him how long we had been waiting and that we were even helped by someone from Pesce before anyone in here even noticed. He said he would serve us, and my husband said it is a little late at this point, and that the idiot that "wasn't even a server" needed to go work in the back where he wouldn't be facing customers. We had been there for over half an hour with no drinks, no server, while the manager, nimrod, and the young girl walked around like chickens with their heads cut off. The restaurant wasn't even full! St. Thomas Restaurant Group has a monopoly on the island. While most of what they own is very, very good - Raw needs a whole new staff. read more

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Ricardo H.

5 years ago

We had a good experience here. A tons of good sake as one would expect, the miso soup is quite delicious and the Japanese corn is an absolute must try! The sushi rolls were good, not amazing but not bad either... the appetizers such as the spicy tuna tacos and the corn were the stars of the meal. read more

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Tori V.

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7 years ago

Everything we tried was delicious! The Edamame has a special sauce on it, I heard the chef say he's been working on the recipe for years. One patron ordered 5 to go orders after trying it! Rawkin tacos are small but amazing! We had 2 maki rolls (salmon and snapper) which were fresh, tasty, and huge (9 pieces). Severs and chefs were friendly and speedy. We were only going to do appetizers but kept ordering when everything was so good! read more

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Molly S.

3 years ago

Food and service were fantastic. It would be nice to have a little elbow room between tables.

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Andrew G.

6 years ago

Small, dark restaurant. Service was good, food wasn't bad but wasn't great. The edamame was good, the sushi doesn't have a lot going on, not something I would crave but definitely edible. The drinks were really good, especially liked the spicy mezcal drink. read more

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Stacey S.

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8 years ago

Wow, the best sushi on the island so far. We tried the Miso soup - just right - plus some tasty cucumber salad. Fish bites were tasty, I kind of wish I had more sauce to dip but they were a cute addition to the meal. I loved the Salmon Nigiri. Cool drinks. I'm a big fan! I only wish they were open for lunch! read more

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Maya S.

5 years ago

This place was awesome! Really nice quality sushi and rolls. Make sure to make a reservation ahead of time! This place does have limited space and fills up quick. Our Server was excellent I cannot remember her name but it starts with An A! She was awesome and recommended great dishes to us. read more

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Sabina H.

8 years ago

Just no. I've never had sushi this bad, ever. My friends and I went to Raw immediately after a boating trip and their preferred sushi place was closed. I ordered the Nadir my problem and the RAWkin roll. I don't remember which it was but one of the rolls literally tasted like a McFish sandwich fried and served with a random sauce. Now, tempura rolls aren't always known to be the best but this tasted horrible. I though I was maybe just being picky but none of my friends were able to finish any of the rolls they ordered either. We all ordered differing items to allow us to pick at each other plate but this wasn't the place for sushi. The waitress was wonderful though. I'll give them that much. read more

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Brant B.

7 years ago

The food here is excellent! The special of the day, pork belly tacos (I know, random for a sushi spot), were the best pork belly tacos I have ever had! The North Drop was the best sushi roll I have had in quite some time! The RAWKin roll and Rainbow roll were phenomenal as well! If you ever are in St. Thomas... Raw sushi gets my highest recommendation! P.S. sit at the bar if you can read more

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Dan B.

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4 years ago

Good sashimi, cold saki and decent service. Sit at the bar and chat with the chef and crew.

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Amelia K.

5 years ago

Hands down, the BEST food on St. Thomas!!! Went once during happy hour and loved it so much that we booked more reservations on the spot. Everything we tried was amazing and the service was superb. The sushi quality right was up there with the likes of Nobu and Koi! Highly recommend! read more

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Jeff M.

Elite 21

6 years ago

Great sushi and a cute little restaurant. It took a bit of time to actually be seated and served, but the staff was very friendly about the situation and provided some items on the house. The edamame is very good and the sushi was very tasty and filling. read more

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Allison R.

5 years ago

Best food in St Thomas!! Place is small so make a reservation but it is so worth it. Servers are so sweet and helpful, chefs are awesome behind the bar too where you watch them. Food is to die for!!! Fresh sushi, big portions, good combo rolls. Do not skip this place! read more

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Nicole L.

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This is a great spot for sushi in Red Hook. My family had excellent service and they were very accommodating of my allergies. They had a couple of vegetarian options including the Rasta Man, and they were able to make the edamame vegetarian, but they don't have brown rice sadly. Others at the table enjoyed the Rockin Roll, Surf N Turf, Goin to Cali, Miso Roll and chile spiced shishito peppers. read more

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Keira F.

5 years ago

Food is okay, not great. The Rawckin tacos and edamame are super tasty. Sushi was ok, edible but not the best fish.

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Nathan G.

5 years ago

Great sushi. Our group had three rolls but don't remember which ones. All three were good. Would definitely go back.

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Heather M.

6 years ago

Chef Nate and team have made this our favorite restaurant in St. Thomas! Everything was extremely fresh and absolutely delicious!!

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Elizabeth D.

4 years ago

It was so so good. Best sushi place I've ever eaten. It was so good I forgot to take any photos. The cucumber salad was great! Loved the crispy rice and tuna appetizer and our rolls were perfect! Definitely worth a trip for dinner! read more

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Madison B.

7 years ago

This place is extraordinary. We sat at the bar with chef and ate what he picked for us. He is a delight! The food was incredible and the layers of flavor in his sauces were some of the best I've ever had. This is a must in St. Thomas! read more

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Erkan S.

4 years ago

In a word, amazing. We tried the surf and turf as well as the jammin salmon rolls and they were fantastic. We then went on to eat omakase style nigiri (chefs choice) and wow, the head chef here has some amazing experiments with nigiri that are out of this world. Honestly some of the best sushi I've ever had the pleasure of eating read more

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Kelly A.

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6 years ago

Best place on the island! Our waiter Jack made our week with his fun and spunky personality along with exceptional service. He provided amazing recommendations and I would travel back to St Thomas from N.C. once a month to experience the joy he gave our table once again! read more

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Veik S.

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7 years ago

Really enjoyed my evening at Raw with my family of 12. Our party of 12 came on a Saturday evening without a reservation and the woman who greeted us was as courteous as she could be. We told her that we didn't have reservations but would love to dine and if she had room for 12 of us!! Now this restaurant isn't big to begin with and she quickly tried her very best to accommodate us by asking some patrons (who's food hadn't yet arrived) if they could just move to another table so that she could put a line of table together for us. The other patrons/tourists didn't seem very happy about it, even though it was just a table move and their food hadn't yet arrived, but we were grateful that she tried to accommodate our large family. The food and drinks were great! We had family members who 1.never tried sushi before and 2. could never get them to eat sushi but the rolls at Raw looked good that everyone was willing to give it a try. The presentation was great and the taste in flavors even better. Seriously, not a bad roll in the house and we had several options across the table. We visit St. Thomas quite often and think we may have found one of our favorite restaurants on the island. Will be happy to return as we were very happy with the friendliness of the staff. That made a world of difference. Thank you for a wonderful evening, Raw read more

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2 American Yacht Harbor
Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands 00802
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(340) 714-7874
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Hours

What time does Raw open?

Raw opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Raw close?

Raw closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Raw take credit cards?

Yes, Raw takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Raw have a happy hour?

Yes, Raw has a happy hour.

Does Raw serve alcohol?

Yes, Raw serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Raw have TVs?

Yes, Raw has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Raw have bike parking?

Yes, Raw has bike parking.

Does Raw have outdoor seating?

Yes, Raw has outdoor seating options.

Does Raw have parking?

Yes, Raw has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Raw allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Raw allows outdoor smoking.

Does Raw have free WiFi?

Yes, Raw has free WiFi.

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RAW is the go-to spot for sushi, sake, and cocktails in St. Thomas. Located in Red Hook on the east end of the island, RAW serves fresh fish and craft cocktails 5 nights a week. Call us today, or look for us on OpenTable to book a reservation!!

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“Service was great (best in the area, most places in red hook have terrible service).”

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5.0(2 reviews)

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Happy hour that lasts all day?! What?! You may just have your check liver light go on before the…read moreday is over! Pelicans Beach Bar is dangerously good at making cocktails go in and having the fun come out of you! $5 mix drinks, $4 beers, $8 crafted frozen all day for happy hour! This little 7 seat bar at the Ritz Carlton Resort is the farthest down the beach next to the serenity pool. Shhhhhhhhh......be quiet.....yea right when happy hour is all day and your bartenders are mad cool! Not sure of why they put this next to the "library" section of the resort but this bar just opened up in November. Our bartender Alex and her side kick Ryan were awesome compliments to the beachy view of St. John and our delicious cocktails. My favorites were the Lilikoi Mango Mojito and Caribbean Fiesta (not on menu but Alex knows of how to make them). For those Patron lovers like my hubby, try the Sandy Day, he loved it! Sushi is Japanese for yummylicious! Pelicans Beach Bar expands (seating wise) during the evening to a few 4 tops for an all you can eat sushi pig out session every Wednesday from 5p-8p for $45! Thursday's is taco day from 5p-8p with unlimited rice, beans, chips and salsa! You've already tortured yourself in dieting to get into bikini ready shape, let this sushi and taco fun be your free pass to choose your love of food, over not wanting to get fat! If staying at the Ritz these two nights should be checked out. If you don't want to chillax under the stars while listening to music next to tiki torches, you can box up your grub and take it back to your room. Tacos and sushi not your thing? You can order from Coconut Cove, another restaurant on the resort and they'll deliver your food to you at this bar. If not staying at the Ritz, great bay beach, which Pelicans Beach Bar sits on is actually a public beach. There is hidden free public beach parking past the main hotel lobby port cochere and down a steep road. Pictures attached show the way. My only complaint is that the bathroom locations seem like the distance needed to get to St. John. But that's the laziness (aka selective participation) in me that gets stronger with each cocktail! Cheers!

Excellent bar spot with an all day happy hour right on the Ritz Carlton Residence property. The…read morebartenders Alex and Ryan were super friendly and made excellent drinks. Drinks are only $8-$10 each, so we were at this spot several times per day. Really made our trip and stay at the Ritz Residences more enjoyable. We also tried the taco night on Thursday which was also very good (5-8pm). Definitely check this place out if you are staying nearby.

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All day happy hour fun!

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The bar!

Bernie's

3.6(37 reviews)

0.1 km

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This is a great little local spot! We've been here a few times since arriving on the island. All…read morethough I cannot speak to the food experience, I can say what I've seen served & pictured on the Yelp page; it all looks pretty good. This we've found to be a nice place to go and have a few more drinks before ending the evening. They have darts which are always a fun time! Two boards to battle if you have a big crew like we did. They also have really friendly patrons to join in and play too! We have met some really nice people here from all over the country. The staff is amazing and on point ensuring you don't get thirsty too! Cheers

Bernie's, named for Bernie Lomax (Weekend At Bernie's), is a quaint little lunch spot that serves…read moredelicious food, cold drinks, and amazing hot sauce! After a fishing trip, the guys and I all stopped in for a bite. We all ended up getting burgers, because they sounded so good, and fries. Standing alone, the burgers are tasty. Add to them some of the hot sauces they have on hand and WOW, incredible. The serving sizes are well proportioned too. And while the menu isn't huge I can bet there isn't a bad thing on it. The decor is exactly what you'd want from a lunch/dinner/bar establishment. You feel right at home rolling in here in board shorts and flip flops for a beer and a bite. It was just the vibe we were looking for after a day out on the water hooking sharks and other assorted fish. To top it off, our waitress was friendly and had the perfect amount of punctuality. Bernie's is the type of spot that I love so I'm a fan. I'd recommend it for a pop-in while out and about and would even say it's worth a return visit.

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Cheese fries

Duffy's Love Shack

4.0(432 reviews)

0.1 km

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Located in downtown Red Hook. On the opposite side of the more touristy road…read more This tiki shack style place sits to the middle of a parking lot in a small strip mall. Hand down the best place to eat in the area. It's very small, but packs a punch with great customer service, cool drinks and outstanding food. Best to try and get in on their off hours to get a table without a wait. We literally ate here 4 times when we were on the island. An absolute MUST to order is their Bacon Jalapeno tater kegs! OMG-They're the bomb! Wings are decent and the burgers are juicy, flavorful and delicious! You really can't go wrong with ANYTHING on the menu. Everything is made fresh to order. The decor is island themed chaos in every fun way possible. If you happen to have to use the restroom it's located outside (customs ONLY) The key ring they'll hand you is a toilet lid! LOL You can ring in another way too! On your trip to the john, call in sick to work and stay on the island! You're enticed too by the retro phone sitting a top a keg outdoors as well. Great photo opts! Happy Hour is daily! The Love Shack offers particular deals with half-priced cocktails. We did Margs on Monday! Signature drinks include the 50oz Volcano Drink, Shark Attack, and souvenir cocktails like the Pirates Booty in a ceramic mugs. FYI- They may attach a certain creature to your glass also. Perfect vibe, casual dinning and great accommodations by the staff (for our big party) who were so friendly and professional. This is a must experience spot when visiting St Thomas.

We needed a lunch place driving from the car ferry to the airport and we thought the Red Hook area…read morewould be a bit less crowded, far from cruise ships. Duffy's provides free parking which is a rarity and right at noon, the mall lot had tons of open spots. We both ordered burgers, one with the standard fries and one with onion rings. It took a good half hour for the food to be delivered but when we got it, it was hot and cooked to our specs. Fries were crispy. Burger was thick with a nice crisp, almost tasted like a smash burger but thicker. Service was good. It was the one spot where we didn't have to pay for a refill of soda. They were playing the best music! No waitlist or host so you have to linger and wait for someone to leave if you need a table and they are full. Great stop.

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Polynesian PuPu Platter

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Pangea Terra Table

4.6(141 reviews)

1.1 km

Excellent food and ambience! My wife is GF and there were…read moreplenty of options Highly recommend

Pangea came highly recommended in all of the travel groups, and we were able to snag a reservation…read moreon our last night. I'm so glad we did, and we will absolutely come back on our next trip to St. Thomas. The restaurant itself is such a magical space, beautifully decorated and it feels so secluded, but is easily accessible from Red Hook. We appreciated how thoughtful the menu was, crafted around local fresh ingredients. We even saw the staff bring in a massive fresh caught fish while we were dining. Cocktails were delicious and well made, food was delicious - do NOT skip the poke appetizer!

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Bar and seating area

Poke

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Side table

3 Palms

4.2(77 reviews)

0.0 km

Ambiance was beautiful. Doors and service left much to be desired…read more Service: Everyone was very nice. However, I think they could've used one more server. Our server was very lackadaisical and seemed to cater to whatever table he saw first, leaving ours neglected. Additionally, they serve complimentary biscuits which are very good. However, most tables were given biscuits besides ours. When asked, the server stated "Oh you wanted them? I'll see if we have" Food: We got brussel sprouts and octopus as our appetizers. These were amazing and set the bar high. Then our entrees were lackluster. The shrimp tasted very plain and could use a sear. The mahi was very overcooked. We got panna cotta for dessert and it was borderline inedible. Tasted like sour jello. Wish we passed on this. Overall, I would not return.

Such a sweet little dinner spot! Service was phenomenal- Bri took excellent care of us. I made a…read moremistake of making the reservation for 2 people when it should have been 4 but they staff handled it perfectly. All I can say is, ORDER THE LOBSTER DUMPLINGS. I would have licked my plate if my better manners had not prevailed. One of my all time favorite meals on St Thomas. We also had the shrimp spaghetti - super tasty but don't expect it to have red sauce. We also had the pork ragú that was pretty tasty as well. Their complementary southern biscuits were a nice treat while we waited on main courses. FYI- the only item on the kids menu was butter noodles. Would definitely come back!

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Agave

3.8(176 reviews)

0.0 km

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We came in looking for parking, but there is limited on site parking. We ended up having to park…read moredown the road. There is a good amount of seating and has an upscale sports bar vibe. Our server was great and knowledgeable about the menu and kept our waters filled. The food was a great change of pace. It was fresh and had good flavor. If you are looking for something other than Caribbean food while in St Thomas, this is a good choice. The one thing I can't recommend is the choco taco on the dessert menu. The shell was a corn tortilla rather than a waffle shell. The ice cream was okay, but the shell ruined the dessert.

I was craving Mexican, so we decided to try Agave. We went around dinner time and were seated…read moreimmediately. The service was a bit slow, but our server was friendly. We came towards the end of happy hour, so we were able to get their margaritas, which were delicious and strong. The food was really good. It didn't take too long and it was hot and fresh. I'd definitely recommend them if looking for your typical Mexican restaurant on the island.

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The Tap & Still

4.4(391 reviews)

0.1 km

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We were on the island a week, and had dinner here twice. The prices for a decent burger can't be…read morebeat. I had the double cheeseburger for $12, and you can add almost any toppings you want for free. I had sauteed mushrooms, grilled onions, lettuce, tomatoes and a couple other things for no extra cost. The small cup of fries for $4 was tasty and enough. The service was mediocre and setting is dive bar. It took close to 45 minutes for our food to be prepared, and when it came out, my wife's chicken tenders were warm, not hot. Like any restaurant, avoid the drinks and you can manage your bill. This was a great option for our family.

We stopped by Tap & Still for happy hour and it was such a fun, laid-back spot. They have $4 drinks…read morefrom 3-6pm, which is honestly hard to beat. We kept it simple with Tito's and pineapple juice and it definitely hit the spot. The place itself has a really cool, casual vibe; dollar bills all over the walls and ceiling, open-air feel, just a great island bar atmosphere. The staff was super friendly and made everything easy and relaxed. We didn't try the food this time, but the menu looked really good and we'd definitely come back to check it out. Perfect place to hang out, grab a drink, and just enjoy the vibe.

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The bar

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The view from the establishment

Island Time Pub

4.4(203 reviews)

0.2 km

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We stopped by for a beer after a day of sailing, and got to enjoy a nice afternoon overlooking the…read moreharbor in Red Hook. They have a decent beer menu, and a very rough, dockside aesthetic that you would expect at a sea side pub. Service was quick. Finding the bathroom was a bit of a challenge, as you need a key from the bar to access it.

We yelped this restaurant and were very pleased with the result. Understand that the Yelp…read moredirections guide you to the wrong place. This restaurant is on the second floor of a shopping plaza. It's mainly an outdoor restaurant with a bar directly in the middle as you walk up the stairs see picture. This seems to be a local's spot. My kids were happy there was pizza on the menu. My wife ordered the ITP DELUXE, my kids ordered the CLASSIC CHEESE PIZZA with pepperoni and I have the TUNA POKE. Everything was on point and delicious. Brian our waiter was attentive and got our orders in quickly. They share bathroom's which were disgusting, usually if you follow my reviews you know I take away a star for bad bathrooms. This one was shared so I really couldn't. This restaurant is a hidden gem. Check the views on my pics.

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12" Buffalo Chicken 4.24

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Excellent. View

Red Hook Dive Bar

3.8(4 reviews)

1.7 km

For what it's supposed to be, The Dive Bat delivers! At Compass Point Marina, the evening before…read moreour sail. The Dive Bar was the closest place to hunker down for cocktails and dinner prior to our sail in the AM. Service was good, prompt and accurate, thank you Angela. We had painkillers, a spicy chicken sandwich and a burger... the food was hot off the grill out back. The painkillers were cold and strong, the sandwich and burger delicious. A bit pricey, but you're in the water with few options. Don't get me wrong, the sandwich and burger were great, rivaled other food we had on the island. We'd definitely circled back again when in the neighborhood!

Great burger. Cooked like on the grill at home. Everyone was friendly and that made it fun! Dive…read moreBar, it's in the name- a small, unglamorous, eclectic, old-style drinking establishment with inexpensive drinks which happens to serve really good burgers. It's affordable too, but go knowing you need cash or Venmo.

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Bar menu and great beer! Rouge. Yum.

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Cyn A.

10 years ago

I haven't written a review before on Yelp, but needed to for this place. Customer service is everything and this place didn't have a good one. Manager didn't come to our table after waiting almost two hours for our food to apologize and tried to turn the tables on us and blame us. After complaining about the wait, the chefs just then looked at our tickets and started making the food. Not okay. read more

Aiya J.

1 year ago

I love sushi and was really looking forward to this reservation. However, left a bit disappointed. The sushi was below par, and the restaurant was dead - made for an awkward dinner with a disinterested server. Would not recommend after visiting other restaurants on the island. read more

A E.

7 years ago

The sushi was delicious - we ordered multiples roll and they were about 12 pieces each. The flavors were great and the staff was very friendly. We love sushi & this place did not disappoint. read more

Ben S.

3 years ago

Awesome experience. You will not be disappointed. This restaurant is part of a conglomerate that has many restaurants on the island. They are ALL good. read more