River Rock Cafe & Bar

Dominica


The welcome isn't particularly warm, but you can't really argue with the setting of this airy cafe overlooking the surging Roseau River. It serves sandwiches as well as big platters of filling Creole fare featuring chicken, goat, beef or fish alongside a pile of provisions. Order a cold Kubuli and relax at a verandah table with a valley view.

Stairs lead down to the water, in case you feel like plunging in.


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