Sheer Rocks, Bolands Travel Guide

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Cliffside restaurant and bar offering Mediterranean cuisine with stunning Caribbean Sea views, perfect for tapas lunches and romantic sunset dinners.

Sheer Rocks is a restaurant and bar perched on a cliffside overlooking Ffryes Beach on Antigua's west coast, offering Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, tapas-style lunches, and a romantic setting for sunset dinners. With its bougainvillea-draped pavilions, plunge pools, and elegant daybeds, it's a must-visit dining destination.

A brief summary to Sheer Rocks

Ffryes Beach, Valley Road, St Johns, AG
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Monday 11:30 am-11 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am-11 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am-11 pm
Thursday 11:30 am-11 pm
Friday 11:30 am-11 pm
Saturday 11:30 am-11 pm
Sunday 11:30 am-11 pm

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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Sheer Rocks.

Book in advance, especially for sunset dining, to secure the best view.
Consider the tapas lunch for a more casual and affordable experience.
Take advantage of the plunge pools and daybeds for a relaxing afternoon.
Check the weather forecast, as the restaurant is open-air and the experience is weather-dependent.

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Getting There

Taxi

Taxis are readily available from most locations in Antigua, including St. John's and the airport. A taxi from St. John's to Sheer Rocks will cost approximately $24 USD. Confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey. The ride takes about 30 minutes.
Driving

From St. John's, head southwest on the Sir George Walter Highway. Continue for about 15 minutes until you reach the intersection for Ffryes Beach. Turn right onto Ffryes Beach Road and follow it for about 2 minutes. Sheer Rocks is located within Cocobay Resort. Parking is available near the restaurant. Note that the road leading directly to Ffryes Beach is unpaved.
Public Transport

From St. John's, take a local bus towards Jolly Harbour. Buses depart from the West Bus Station on Market Street. The bus fare is around $2-3 USD. From Jolly Harbour, you can take a taxi to Sheer Rocks for approximately $10 USD , or walk for about 10-15 minutes.

Discover more about Sheer Rocks

Sheer Rocks is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. Nestled on a rocky cliff on Antigua's west coast, it offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. The setting is a series of bougainvillea-draped pavilions that cascade down the cliffside, creating a romantic and seductive atmosphere.Founded in 2010 by British owners Kate Taylor and Alex Grimley, Sheer Rocks has become known for its innovative thinking, fresh ingredients, and friendly service. The Mediterranean-inspired menu emphasizes fresh, local, and seasonal produce. During the day, Sheer Rocks operates as a beach club, offering tapas-style lunches and bespoke cocktails. Guests can lounge by one of the cliffside plunge pools or relax on linen-draped daybeds.As the sun sets, Sheer Rocks transforms into a romantic dining destination. The restaurant offers an à la carte menu and a tasting menu with optional wine pairings. Chef Simon Christey-French and Head Chef Jamal Warner create dishes that delight the senses, using the island's freshest, sustainably sourced ingredients. Sheer Rocks has received numerous accolades, including being named Best Restaurant in the Caribbean.