St Lawrence Gap
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St Lawrence Gap
St Lawrence Gap
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St.Lawrence Gap, a 1.3 km stretch of road in the parish of Christ Church, is famous for its fine restaurants, diverse accommodation, lively nightlife and good shopping.
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The area
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Restaurants
193 within 3 miles
Happy Days Cafe
857
0.3 mi$ • Cafe • British • Vegetarian Friendly
Bliss Cafe
1,269
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Caribbean • Cafe
My Friends Place
470
0.2 mi$ • American • Caribbean • Bar
Sand Dollar Cafe
429
0.2 mi$ • Caribbean • Cafe • Grill
Irie Foods
408
313 ft$ • Caribbean • Jamaican • Vegetarian Friendly
De Shak Grill 'n Bar
344
0.2 mi$ • Caribbean • Bar • Seafood
Pronto Food And Drink
482
0.1 mi$ • Bar • Pizza • Grill
Daddy's restaurant and bar
433
0.2 mi$ • Caribbean • Bar • Barbecue
Portofino's Restaurant
118
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly
Sea Fans Beach Bar & Restaurant
181
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Caribbean • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
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55 within 6 miles
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0.9 miBeaches
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1.8 miBeaches
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533
1.6 miBeaches
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1.6 miBeaches
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DelBoy666
Carshalton, UK5 contributions
Nov 2021
Half closed due to Covid but still some nice restaurants - choose wisely - some live music and good atmosphere
Written December 13, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Willger
Bournemouth, UK46 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
I do not know if it is coming out of curfew , however the anti social behaviour I witnessed during my time staying in St Lawrence gap was unpleasant. The main road seems to become the main route for fans of fast and furious either blasting out music right up to curfew or doing burnouts and two stepping or revving their engines of the limiter. Extremely intimidating and not pleasant or safe for those of us trying to walk to and from our hotel to the restaurants or get to sleep in what used to be the quiet end towards Dover beach.
The chattel village has now become venue for live music , not great for those staying nearby in SOUTHERN PALMS BEACH and infinity on the beach. When we first visited this was a retail space with a few nice shops. Now it seems to be a free for all better suited at the top of St Lawrence gap near the restaurants and old ship inn.
Where have all the police gone and why have the local planners allowed a outside live music venue when there are better suited locations further up the street. Away from the hotels
I love Barbados having visited often over the past 18 years but this is the first time I have felt the need to speak negatively.
The chattel village has now become venue for live music , not great for those staying nearby in SOUTHERN PALMS BEACH and infinity on the beach. When we first visited this was a retail space with a few nice shops. Now it seems to be a free for all better suited at the top of St Lawrence gap near the restaurants and old ship inn.
Where have all the police gone and why have the local planners allowed a outside live music venue when there are better suited locations further up the street. Away from the hotels
I love Barbados having visited often over the past 18 years but this is the first time I have felt the need to speak negatively.
Written December 7, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
mary h
London, UK108 contributions
Sep 2021
Took a walk from the back entrance from Sandals but sadly due to COVID hitting a lot of it is still closed and it was looking very sorry for its self, such a shame,
Written October 5, 2021
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TravelQ6492QE
346452,895 contributions
May 2021
The Gap is a great one-way street lined with plentiful dining establishments and bars along with a few hotels, apartments, and an old church. Really great place to go at night. Street vendors are not over a populated area and are Bajan polite. If you cannot find a place to eat here, you are out of luck.
At the start, you have a small fisherman beach. You see the fisherman diving for bait and going out in their small wooden boats. You can also watch the waves break over the reef. The other end of the gap is Sandals. I am reviewing the first 2/3.
At the start, you have a small fisherman beach. You see the fisherman diving for bait and going out in their small wooden boats. You can also watch the waves break over the reef. The other end of the gap is Sandals. I am reviewing the first 2/3.
Written May 19, 2021
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jacquitinson
Essex, UK26 contributions
Mar 2020
had a tour bye staff at hotel was so interesting ,it was about an hour walk the member of staff was very helpful interesting
Written April 13, 2020
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kevinhm2020
Walmer, UK5 contributions
Jan 2020
St lawrence gap, was full of fun, great friendly locals, all made us feel very welcome, lots of shacks/bars, great live music each night, very lively, good food and plenty of beer and rum punch
Written March 10, 2020
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Colomba V
2 contributions
Feb 2020
Absolutely lovely. Food was brilliant. People are so gracious. The town is so beautiful. Quite an array of things to do. Vendors marvellous.
Written March 5, 2020
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linda c
Greater London, UK110 contributions
Feb 2020
Plenty of shaks to eat and drink at, good food at good prices and cheap beer, also restaurants high or medium price range. Lots of tables selling hand made wares - trinkets, T-shirt’s that sort of thing. Very safe to walk at night and very friendly locals.
Written February 28, 2020
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Neil C
London, United Kingdom250 contributions
Feb 2020
We made an effort to travel some miles by Taxi to visit this "Attraction" but apart from what looked like an amazing Indian/Asian Restaurant on the sea side of the road the remainder was very much geared up for late night drinking and clubbing and more suited to younger adults. There are a few reasonable restaurants but definitely not fine dining. There was a street barbecue where you could buy a burger and a beer and an amazing Mobile Bar where a man had set his bar up from the back of his van with a tarpaulin for cover and a couple of dirty stools. Not recommended for the discerning middle aged to senior travellers. But hey maybe you have to go to find out for yourself.
Written February 25, 2020
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45-nomad
Ottawa, Canada243 contributions
Feb 2020
We walked here one morning to check out the shops and pick up a few beachy dresses. Friendly area, nice shops, a great selection of places to eat and drink. It’s quiet in the morning and it gave us time to shop without crowds. Prices are average to a bit higher than average. I like to pick up things from local artists or hand made here. Look for sea island cotton designs or artwork.
Written February 23, 2020
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GILLY005
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK4 contributions
O would like to know which hotel you could recommend in at Lawrence gap for location and safety
John F
London, UK19 contributions
Southern Palms is the pink one we call the pink palace. If you haven't been yet check out Phillipes bar up the gap you'll meet a lovely lady and get sister. Have a good time
Wendy M
Lewis Center, OH
Is this a safe place for a 50 year old woman, traveling solo? I like what I read about the Yellow Bird Hotel, is there a place to snorkel, within walking distance? I was thinking of traveling in April. Any info is appreciated!
Robbie1955
Clarks Beach, New Zealand5 contributions
Grear location and yes you can swim /snorkel across the road . Or catch a cab up to St. Andrews which is fantastic be careful at night !!
Marc
Liverpool, UK3 contributions
Where are all the kicking bars in the Gap. We are in the Timeout Hotel right in the main area and it us dead as a dodo. What time does it get started. We have been out until 11pm and not a sign of any life. Nobody around. All the small bars are empty. An I missing something. Bar recommendations welcome. I want lively music of any type and other people!
PhiBetaC
Montreal, Quebec98 contributions
All the bars in the area are very small. If you are at Time Out Hotel then you are more in the beach area. There are only a few bars in that area. At the other end of the Gap there are quite a few.
stephencrawford1969
Birmingham, UK15 contributions
Hi I’m coming over in Feb 2019 I’m ready to party what does everybody recommend 👍🏽
Neil B
Farnham, UK28 contributions
Plenty of good bars in St Lawrence Gap which you will find so happy hour. Couple of decent karaokes in car park opposite south Gap hotel. Day trip to mount gay rum distillery is a must
Alison L
Northampton, UK19 contributions
I'm organising for a group of '50-somethings' to spend a few days in Barbados in March. I'm looking for a lively place, on their last night, suitable for a group of 20 people, with a party atmosphere, it's safe and they won't get "ripped off" for over-expensive drinks. Any ideas?
sally
Trinidad126 contributions
Hi Blakeys is great. You can look it up but the food and drinks are well priced and tastes great. It's by the sea and goes until 12 midnight depending on the crowd. My advise is to book since you have a big crowd. Also the Crave restaurant in st. Lawrence gap for dinner. The street is lined with restaurant for your picking. For transportation contact 250-9223 or 624-7497 Sam the man. Their prices and service is exceptional. Let me know if I can help again.
bubbles246
wiarton35 contributions
Where is the best place to buy fresh fish, any ideas on cost thanks
Bajan B
13 contributions
Best place to get fresh fish is in oistins and sorry I don’t know the cost
Tania G
Kearny, NJ
Hi all! This Is mine and my best friends first time going to BARBADOS. We are two young single women who enjoy dancehall music and good street food, but we are also trying to stick to a budget. Do these bars/clubs have entrance fees?if so how much? also, how much do the drinks go for? How much should we expect to pay for vendors food? Thanks everyone!
JoBim4770
65 contributions
Hi ladies, it all depends on where you are staying. The Gap is probably your best bet for Dancehall music there is also a street party that's over at LimeGrove during the week. Also you have Boatyard & Sharkeys which you can dine at.
If you want good daytime entertainement try the cateraman "Cool Runnings" it's a 5hr boat cruise which is all inclusive.
Oistins is good for Good Steamed Fish and entertaiment.
My motto is if it hasn't got a price on it its up for negotiations.
Have fun I go at least 3 times a year and I'm off back there next week🏝🇧🇧👙🍾🍹
chrisbrad1
manchester57 contributions
what is it like in September I normally go in November. is the weather sunny or is it they rainy season. was just there in November and was stuck in apartment for a day the rain was up to our knees. is the night life just the same.
Balcombeite
Balcombe, UK160 contributions
We've been in September and usually the weather is good, - we've also just come back and we heard about the rain in November which was extremely unusual for Barbados - you were very unlucky !! - in September the weather should be no problem but the nightlife will not really be as good as November, December or January - could be a bit on the quiet side.
tobell2016
Belfast, UK
Is the car park at hals bar opened yet ?
Balcombeite
Balcombe, UK160 contributions
It wasn't when I visited last week - needs to get it sorted PDQ.
