Located only 75 miles from Puerto Rico and just a couple hundred miles from South America, St Croix has a vibrant Latin community that is reflected in the local Latin Restaurants. Enjoy Puerto Rican & Mexican cuisine along with other local flavors.
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El Leon Restaurant
*closed for the summer*
El Leon is a contemporary Mexican restaurant located on the boardwalk at the King Christian Hotel. With open-air views of Christiansted Harbor and a modern exquisitely detailed Mexican atmosphere, El Leon Restaurant opened in October 2022 is a welcome addition to the boardwalk. The menu features contemporary takes on traditional Mexican fare including tacos, tiraditos, and more. They also have a well-stocked bar with a fine selection of tequilas and other spirits.
Hang out by the pool at the King Christian Hotel with a pool pass ($20) and a margarita from the El Leon walk-up bar!
1102 Kings Wharf, Christiansted Downtown & Boardwalk, St Croix 00820
Maria’s Cantina
Fresh and flavorful authentic Mexican fare by Southern Mexico native Maria Fonrouge Pogue. Featuring hand-crafted margaritas and Taco Tuesday. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Gallows Bay, St Croix 00824
Love-Croix Helados & Eatz
This is a food truck with a whole lotta love for St Croix! Latin food including alcapurias (Puerto Rican deep-fried meatballs that are beyond delicious), empanadillas, tacos, burgers, ice cream, and more.
Mid Island, St Croix
El Sol Restaurant
El Sol is a Puerto Rican-influenced restaurant with some of the best and most reasonably priced steaks on island. A local favorite featuring Puerto Rican and West Indian favorites like Goat Stew, Mofongo, Tostones, Plaintains ... and ask for the off-menu Casava Fries! It’s not fancy, but the food is DELISH!!
Mid Island, St Croix 00820