Welcome to the Fish Trap!
The Fish Trap offers the freshest fish, seafood, and much more at surprisingly reasonable prices. You will find great value and delicious meals every time. Experience the most popular fish and seafood restaurant on St. John! Have a look at a few selections from our menus-they will make your mouth water.
The Fish Trap is quintessential Cruz Bay. Our casual, comfortable, covered patio setting allows you to enjoy the outdoors and cool tropical breezes while you dine. We are located within walking distance of the ferry dock and most of the shopping in the heart of our friendly town, Cruz Bay. So enjoy a leisurely walk to the Fish Trap.
Hours are convenient, and designed to suit your particular dining preferences.
The Fish Trap is open Tuesday through Sunday, serving--
| Sunday Brunch | 10:30am - 2:30pm |
| Dinner served until | 9:30pm |
| Early Bird Specials | 4:30pm to 6:30pm |
If your party is 6 or more, we ask that you please call for reservations
340/ 693 9994.
The Fish Trap is a family run operation. We invite you and your family
to enjoy the friendly atmosphere and unforgettable selections from our
menu. Here's what some of our diners
have had to say.
The Fish Trap's Chef, AaronWillis, was raised on St. John and is a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, in New York. His familiarity with Caribbean regional flavors allows the Fish Trap to offer you an authentic dining experience you will long remember. This is first class dining, St. John style-in a relaxed tropical setting, at reasonable prices.
Our restaurant has been in the news! The Fish Trap's conch fritters have been awarded the Culinary Institute of America's Fine International Cuisine Award! You may have seen us recommended by Gourmet, Caribbean Travel & Life, or Vogue. Or in Guide Books such as Fodors and Frommers. Local newspapers often feature the Fish Trap as a dining experience not to be missed on St. John. These publications have recognized the quality you will find each and every time you visit the Fish Trap.
The entree choices at the Fish Trap are designed to suit your taste and your mood. We offer six fresh fish specials nightly, including your favorites like tuna, salmon, mahi, swordfish, snapper, wahoo, shark, and escolar. We also prepare delicious steaks, chicken, tasty pastas, and burgers so that you can bring your non-fish-loving friends and family to the Fish Trap and they will also have a delicious mouth watering meal.
Save room for dessert! These decadent finales are baked on premises and
have earned an enthusiastic local following. After dinner, try the unforgettable
Coconut Cake with Rum Caramel Sauce. This favorite has been featured, with
its recipe in
Bon Appetit.
Join us next time you visit St. John and enjoy a complete dining experience at the Fish Trap!
