Andros follows the rest of The Bahamas in its cuisine. Conch, in its many variations, is the staple of most diets, along with heaping portions of peas 'n' rice, johnnycake, and pig or chicken souse.
If you're touring the island during the day, you'll find some local spots that serve food. If business has been slow at some of these little places, however, there might be nothing on the stove.
On Mangrove Cay, try Dianne Cash's Total Experience, Main Road (tel. 242/369-0430), where you can sample Dianne's version of baked crab backs served with peas 'n' rice. Don't plan on dropping by without some kind of advance notification, though.
Emerald Palms Resort, outside Congo Town (tel. 242/369-2713), is the best place to dine in South Andros. Even if you're not an overnight guest, you can make a reservation for dinner, which costs US$25 to US$45 (£13-£ 23) per person.
