Green Parrot

Frommer's Review

About 2km (1 1/4 miles) east of the center of town, Green Parrot overlooks Castries Harbour and remains the local hot spot for visitors, expatriates, and locals. It takes about 12 minutes to walk here from downtown, but the effort is worth it. Chef Harry, who runs this elegant place, had many years of training in prestigious restaurants and hotels in London, including Claridge's. Guests take their time and make an evening of it, many enjoying a before-dinner drink in the Victorian-style salon. Try a Grass Parrot (made from coconut cream, crème de menthe, bananas, and white rum). An evening in the English-colonial dining room usually includes free entertainment on Wednesday and Saturday nights, which might be a limbo contest or a fire-eating show.

All this may sound gimmicky, but the food doesn't suffer. There's an emphasis on St. Lucian specialties and homegrown produce. Try the christophene au gratin (a Caribbean squash with cheese) or the Creole soup made with callaloo and pumpkin.

Green Parrot also offers some of the island's least expensive lodging; rooms have air-conditioning and phones. In winter, doubles are US$100 (£50); in off season, US$80 (£40). Rates include breakfast.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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