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Lanai Restaurant, St. Thomas, VI

Lanai Restaurant

3.9
3.9
111 Reviews
$30 and under
Caribbean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
Lanai is located on the south shore of St. Thomas in beautiful Frenchman’s Bay. Originally opened in 2016 along the shore of Limetree Beach within Limetree Beach Resort, Lanai offers a one of a kind location and quintessential Caribbean beachfront dining experience. Lanai offers innovative and refined seafood-forward island fare, and a lively bar program featuring Caribbean-inspired cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, International, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 10:00–15:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (340) 693-6007
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next event at Lanai! Whether you're looking to host a large group, birthday party, corporate meeting, rehearsal dinner or wedding, holiday celebration, or special occasion - we would love to help you celebrate in island-style at Lanai. Check out our website for more information. https://www.lanaistthomas.com/private-events/
  • Area
    St. Thomas
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virgin Islands (US)

    Innovative

  • Virgin Islands (US)

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lanai Restaurant offers a picturesque beachfront location, described as "amazing" and "picturesque." Guests appreciate the unique and flavorful recipes, especially the "best tasting shrimp." While service can be slow, the staff often goes "over and beyond." Expect a relaxed island dining experience with stunning views, albeit at a premium price.

111 Reviews
  1. Kristin

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We had 7 pm reservations and were seated right away. It took 20 minutes for our waiter to come to our table and take our drink order. The first drink (beer) came after another 10 minutes and the second (wine) about 10 minutes after that. Our appetizer was then served- no napkins, silverware or plates. We flagged him down and asked for these items, after waiting 7 minutes and apps getting cold, my husband went to front of house to get the necessary items. Our dinners did come out at the same time. The food was really quite good and we enjoyed our meal. The menu did state that a 20% gratuity was automatically added which probably explains the poor service. The waiter gets a tip no matter what. Sadly, while we will return to the island, we will not be returning to this place. So many other choices with exceptional service

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  2. Vanessa

    VIP

    Caribbean

    48 reviews

    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice setting facing the beach at Limetree Resort. There used to be lights on the beach which gave a nice evening view, but there were no lights on when we were there. Service was acceptable. Lanai salad was delicious, generous portion. Chicken fettucine was very good. Poke bowl with tuna was good, but there was not a lot of tuna, and the tuna could have used a little extra seasoning. Overall, a nice place for dinner.

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  3. Tiffany

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We went for happy hour. There was one other table in the restaurant. We had four items on the happy hour menu and we each had one cocktail. The bill for two people had a 20% gratuity added and came to over $90 for a happy hour deal. The food wasn’t great. The chicken was over fried and  the conch fritters were overdone as well. The service was pretty standard, but after we got our food, it took forever to get our bill and actually we never did. We had to go to the bar to finally ask for it. I would not recommend this place.

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  4. Brian

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is ok, not the best around but not bad… the view is amazing, especially the sunset so worth it. Also they have a kids menu what’s really good.

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  5. renee

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    New management since we were here last and they are testing out their menus and making renovations to the restaurant. We had burgers which were very good

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  6. Daniel

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The service and food were both terrible. This is about the worst dining experience I’ve ever had. To be honest I don’t think someone could do worse… Uninterested served, dirty napkin (unwashed), chipped dishes… you name it! Save your money and time, go somewhere else.

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  7. Julie

    VIP

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Peruvian Chicken was really tender with 2 large dark meat portions. The service was very good, particularly given the often-slower pace of many island restaurants. We sat along the rail and enjoyed the gentle sound of the surf nearby. We dined in the pre-season of early December, so make reservations in the busy winter months. My husband enjoyed his poke bowl with fresh tuna, and my son lapped up his lobster mac. Some of the protein in the lobster mac appeared to be shrimp, but overall, it was a good entree with more protein that some lobster macs that I have been served.

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  8. L J

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was tasty but over priced. $22.00 for an Acai bowl served in small pineapple cut in half. I make the same at home for far less. Two shrimp tacos for $16.00 with two shrimp in each taco. Grant the server was very attentive and pleasant. The amazing ambience was interrupted by bold and somewhat aggressive and very off putting Iguanas.

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  9. Joseph

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Bad food, beautiful views, service was good. Would not recommend

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  10. Susan

    New York City

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was not appetizing. The chef attempted to make a correction but it took too long

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Lanai Restaurant is rated 3.9 stars by 111 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Lanai Restaurant

7511 Frenchman's Heights, St. Thomas, VI 00802

Additional information

  • Area
    St. Thomas
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 10:00–15:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, International, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (340) 693-6007
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next event at Lanai! Whether you're looking to host a large group, birthday party, corporate meeting, rehearsal dinner or wedding, holiday celebration, or special occasion - we would love to help you celebrate in island-style at Lanai. Check out our website for more information. https://www.lanaistthomas.com/private-events/
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