Blue Beachfront Cafe
Toes-in-the-sand mornings and unhurried afternoons on Anguilla's turquoise edge.
Why Go
On an island where the sea somehow gets bluer the longer you look at it, Blue Beachfront Cafe leans all the way in — a low-key spot where the Caribbean does most of the decorating and the kitchen keeps things beach-simple, salty, and satisfying.
The Experience
Blue Beachfront Cafe is the kind of Anguillian hangout that eases you into island time before your second sip. The vibe is unpretentious and sun-washed: weather-bleached wood, breeze through open sides, reggae or soft soca in the background, and a horizon full of that unreal Anguilla blue. Locals drift in for a mid-morning coffee and end up staying for lunch; visitors come in for lunch and end up staying for sunset. Service moves at a friendly, unhurried pace — this is not a place to rush, and that is the whole point. Grab a table close to the waterline if you can, kick your sandals off, and let the afternoon do its thing.
What to Try
Lean into what a beachfront kitchen on Anguilla does best — anything off the grill that came out of the surrounding water. Fresh catch of the day (ask what the boats brought in), classic Caribbean-style grilled fish, and a plate of seasoned rice and peas are the safe bets. Start with a rum punch or a cold local Heineken/Carib, and if there's conch fritters, crayfish, or a lobster roll on the board, that's your answer. Save room for a slice of coconut or key lime pie with your last drink.
Insider Tip
Come for a late lunch (around 2–3pm) rather than the noon rush — the beach clears out, the light turns golden, and you can usually camp at your table straight through to sunset without anyone hurrying you along. Bring cash for tips and a small bill or two for the beach vendors who wander by with shell jewelry and pareos.
The Practical Stuff
Casual beach dress code — swimsuit and cover-up is perfectly fine at lunch, a light shirt or sundress feels right by dinner. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and cash as a backup even if cards are accepted. Parking near Anguilla's beachfront spots is usually informal roadside; a rental car or a pre-arranged taxi is the easiest way in and out. Hours can shift with the season and the weather, so it's worth a quick call ahead in low season or right after a squall.
Pair It With
- Shoal Bay East — One of the Caribbean's most famous stretches of powder-white sand is minutes away — swim off the day before or after your meal.
- The Fountain Cavern National Park — A short detour inland for a dose of Anguilla's Amerindian history, easily paired with a beachfront lunch.
- Elvis' Beach Bar (Sandy Ground) — If you're not ready for the day to end, drift over for Anguilla's legendary rum punch and live music after sunset.
- Scilly Cay boat trip — Make it a full 'water day' — a quick ferry hop for grilled lobster and rum punches pairs perfectly with a lazy cafe afternoon on either side.
