To experience a lesser-known side of Bermuda, stop for a meal at Art Mel’s, a local favorite that is known for its fish sandwiches, with your choice of sauce (or not). They come overflowing and are nearly a pound in weight. Pair ones with a Barritt’s Ginger Beer, another island specialty. There is another outpost on Water Street in St. George.

The beachside restaurant at Cambridge Beaches Resort is best known for its romantic views at sunset, which are particularly enjoyable if dining a deux (the resort does not allow children under 13 years old). The menu consists of the usual Continental fare at dinner, and for lunch there is a selection of salads and sandwiches. On Wednesdays, there is a casual beachside barbecue. Reservations required.

Locals arrive by boat to this waterfront restaurant, located on the ground level of the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. Harbourside’s extensive menu includes everything from escargot to chicken roti, but the main draw is the sushi menu. For a particularly good deal, swing by their weeknight sushi happy hour, which runs from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. The space can get busy at sunset thanks to its beautiful views.

Perched alongside Saranac Lake, in the Adirondacks, The Point is a thoughtfully restored former Great Camp for outdoor lovers and culinary enthusiasts. 

If you could only dine at one beachside restaurant in Bermuda, this is the one. Mickey’s is set on Elbow Beach, arguably the best on the island, and has a casual, fun vibe. The lunch menu offers beach-casual fare like burgers, grilled fish, salads, pizzas and pastas, while the dinner menu is upscale Mediterranean, with dishes including seafood risotto, tuna tartare and Tuscan ribs. The food isn’t remarkable, but the setting is stunning.

Located in the sleepy town of Flatts Village, Rustico is a great place to avoid the tourist crowds and dine on the best pizza in Bermuda. Come around sunset and request a table on the outdoor patio. The flatbreads are delicious, and there is also a selection of hearty pastas and fresh seafood.