This is still our favourite restaurant on the island. I have reviewed in 2016, 2017, and we were lucky enough to visit again in December 2020. I love everything about the Tides. All of the staff are welcoming, the cocktails in the bar first are...always lovely, the restaurant itself is beautiful, the setting is excellent and last but not least; the food is exceptional.
Like our previous visit 3 years ago, we came to this restaurant twice during our two-week holiday.
Due to COVID, there was a reduced menu. This was disappointing as my favourite dish (the rack of lamb) was not on it, however we travelled in a pandemic so we of course expect some changes to the norm. That being said, even though we were disappointed that the menu was reduced, the food was still faultless.
The first visit I had a crab and lobster risotto for starters, and then a lobster main course (yes double lobster – if I can’t be fancy on holiday in Barbados then when can I!) which came with noodles and a spiced sauce. Both courses were really excellent. My Husband had the crispy chilli beef and then the beef fillet (yes, double beef!!). He also was very pleased.
On our second visit I had the chicken wings for starters, and then the catch of the day (I think it was possibly Barracuda but I can’t remember) which came with veg and a lobster mac and cheese. Again, they were both excellent and the lobster mac and cheese on the main course was the highlight of the dish. My Husband had calamari for starters, and beef fillet again for the main course (he’s a tad fussy and it was really the only one he would eat). Again, very enjoyable.
The second time we opted for dessert – even though we were stuffed by this point. I had the Caramelized Banana & Baileys Bread & Butter Pudding and my husband had the sticky toffee pudding. My dessert was OMG what dreams are made of. Maybe the best dessert I’ve ever had. It was gorgeous, amazing, delightful – not enough superlatives in the world! I can taste it now….
Although I mentioned it at the start of my review, I think it's worth mentioning the service again. The service at The Tides is second to none. I truly believve it is the best. Nothing is too much trouble, they are on the ball, so polite, so professional. They must have an impressive training programme! Or just a knack for hiring really lovely people.
Of course, as per all the west coast restaurants it’s an expensive meal. But for me it’s the best and if you are in Barbados you really have to visit.More