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    Uncle Buddy

    4.0 (43 reviews)
    ModerateCaribbean

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Jerk chicken platter with fries
    Mary K.

    This spot at Coki beach is perfect for lunch. They don't have any seats, but you can order take away at the window or they'll bring your food to you at the beach. Cash only! We weren't too hungry so we shared the jerk chicken platter which came with 5 wings, a salad and fries. The wings were t too spicy but had a little kick. I'd definitely eat here again!

    Jerk chicken!
    Christopher T.

    Great locally own place! Food is great and the staff are nice! It's cash only! They have local cuisine and American favorites as well!

    Hair in food

    FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT EAT HERE. We ordered a mahi sandwich and a mahi filet - I could not even bite into the fish from how hard and rubber like it was. My boyfriend took 3 bites of the sandwich and a hair came out of it (see picture). As nicely as human possible, we said we would not pay for the sandwich but we'll pay for the filet since it didn't have hair on it (even though I shouldn't pay for that either) the worker went crazy and started screaming at us and threatening that we will not leave the island or the restaurant and kept getting really close to my boyfriends face. He was saying we ate the food, i literally had one bite and left it and my boyfriend had 3 bites until we saw the hair and he stopped. He later came out with a chair pushed me (a girl) and attacked my boyfriend - everyone around was trying to make him stop and apologizing to us (so we were clearly not in the wrong). For your safety- do not eat here. We of course had to pay as we feared for our safety but this was not okay.

    Nin J.

    Jerk chicken was fire (literally), the conch was pretty good and the service was littttte, you'll know what I'm taking about when you meet the lady running up and down the beach taking and delivering orders, GREAT BIG PERSONALITY. Don't get it confused with the little red shack next door, they aren't the same. Also, all the food shacks have runners on the beach so make sure you know which one you are ordering from. Our lady was on it. HOT, TASTY FOOD delivered to your lounge chair while you sit in front of the beautiful ocean....That's a GOOD LIFE. Oh, BEWARE of those chickens hanging around, they are savage. Watch your back and watch your food.

    Watch out for the chickens that snatch your fries!!!
    Jay H.

    Uncle Buddy is legit for Coki Beach. Dont settle for the red trailer food. Had the fried conch and jerk chicken and they were fabulous. Fried were solid but they didnt have rice or plaintains so we missed out. Mama was a great server and really aimed to please. You can bring food to the beach if you want, or just opt for this legit spot.

    Maho's Special Drink
    Rome J.

    When you make your way to Coki Beach you have to stop at this place and ask for Maho's special drink. You absolutely cannot leave this island before you've tasted it. While you're there make sure you grab a plate too.

    Jerk chicken platter.... spicy!!
    Jolena S.

    We were spending the afternoon on Coki Point Beach and couldn't have had a better experience for our food and drink than Uncle Buddy's! They've apparently been on the beach 21 years mixing up dangerous frozen rum drinks and fantastic food. We got the jerk chicken platter and the conch fritters platter to share. So delicious and delivered to our chairs on the beach! Part of what made the day perfect!! One point I would note is to walk up and order your food from the counter. People who ordered from the wandering waitresses were complaining of the wait and other reviewers have mentioned some confusion about the prices charged. ***Cash only***

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    Best service...best snapper...best burger! Several little food areas, but this one's the best!

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    Amazing place with amazing food!!! We went to the beach and this place had the best Jerk chicken I've ever had!!

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    Food is decent and fair priced served to you on the beach. The atmosphere is great with Kiki beach.

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    Review Highlights - Uncle Buddy

    When you make your way to Coki Beach you have to stop at this place and ask for Maho's special drink.

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    De' Coal Pot - Oxtail with Mac n cheese, rice and a side salad

    De' Coal Pot

    4.0(96 reviews)
    1.4 km

    De' Coal Pot in St. Thomas? What a hidden treasure tucked away in the Crosswind Center plaza on the…read moreEast End, near Smith Bay and Lindquist Beach, this spot's a bit of a challenge to find, like a secret level in an island adventure game. Bring plenty of cash (it's often cash-only or prefers it), and yeah, it can run a tad pricey for authentic Caribbean eats, but the payoff's huge: think phenomenal steamed red snapper, tender oxtail, creole chicken, and classic roti made with fresh, home-cooked love . The fun starts with the hunt itself out in the middle of nowhere vibes then bam, you're there, often with the place to yourself like we did late one night. Only one other couple rolled in mid-meal, decked out head-to-toe as Thing One and Thing Two from Dr. Seuss first-grade ridiculous, but it cracked us up and straight-up made my night. Five-star gem for genuine island flavor, quirky charm, and memories that stick worth every twist and turn to get there!

    De' Coal Pot serves up good, authentic Caribbean cuisine. Great location Central Cruz Bay! The…read morestaff is great.... warm and friendly. The decor and furnishings are basic, but get the job done! We weren't real hungry, but wanted to try this very recommended place. So glad we did! We shared the oxtail entree, with fried plantains, veggies and pasta on the side. Delicious! We'd definitely go back. Recommend De' Coal Pot!

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    De' Coal Pot - Curry chicken, white rice, coleslaw and plantains

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    The Chicken Fry - My plate

    The Chicken Fry

    4.9(12 reviews)
    7.5 km

    Yes! $15 for a tasty dinner. One of the best dinners I had here…read more A dark street, I was the only white person there, I felt a little out of place but I was around locals eating good food so I know I was in the right place!!! I got 2 plates for $30 and it's so much quality food. Macaroni and cheese came out fresh and it was soooooo good. Major hit. The wings both were so good as well as the stewed chicken. The fungi was also so fun and delicious. Tastes like thicker grits.

    Small plate and big plate very affordable combos in Charlotte Amelie! But what's more important is…read morethat they serve good Caribbean and Latin comfort food to both locals and tourists. In a place where highly priced restaurant dot the island, The Chicken Fry is a great spot to pick up lunch and dinner (no tables) and fill your beach/work hunger. We had 3 big plate orders of stewed chicken, white rice, and yellow plantains, also comes with a side of beans. The chicken was moist and juicy especially with the savory sauce it was cooked with, the rice wasn't dry, the plantains ripe and well cooked, and the beans were seasoned and spiced just right. Service was friendly, fast even with the constant influx of people coming in. Fresh food was coming from the kitchen even by 745pm. The interior is simple, no frills, and well lit. We parked our car on the street and it took us less than 10 min to get our order. The road may seem sketchy to outsiders especially at nighttime but we had no problems finding the place. Would come back to try more of their food and would recommend! Small plates are around $8-9, and big plates start from around $12. Our big plate with the stewed chicken. Rice, plantains and a side of beans were $12 each. Oxtail big plate is $18 . Cash and credit cards accepted.

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    The Easterly

    The Easterly

    4.4(439 reviews)
    3.0 km
    $$$

    My friends and I came to the Easterly twice during our stay in St. Thomas. Our service was AMAZING,…read moreour servers name was Kiki. One of my friends is gluten free and she was so attentive to her restrictions and she actually followed us out of the resturant to give us a credit card we dropped. Food was so good and the vibes were unbelievable. This is a must visit during any vacation.

    We had such a great dinner at The Easterly, definitely more of an upscale dining experience but…read morestill felt really relaxed and welcoming. We made a reservation, but honestly it didn't seem totally necessary when we went. From the moment we sat down, the staff was on top of everything and so friendly. You could tell they really care about the experience, and everything flowed perfectly without feeling rushed. For drinks, we ordered the Vessup and the Carib and both were so good. The Vessup especially stood out, the cream on top was so smooth and delicious and just made the whole drink. They brought out fresh bread to start and it was so good (always a win in my book). For dinner, we went with the lobster with potato and broccolini and it was incredible. Everything was cooked perfectly and the flavors were just on point. Between the food, drinks, atmosphere, and service, this was easily one of our favorite dinners on the trip. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for something a little nicer but still with that island feel.

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    Uncle Buddy - caribbean - Updated May 2026

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