Annapurna (Port Blair), Something Different and Fat Martin (Havelock)
Budget meals
Anju Coco, Fat Martin (Havelock), Chand (Neil)
A romantic dinner
Red Snapper, or a candlelit beach dinner arranged through your resort
A drink with dinner
Red Snapper, Bonova Cafe and Pub (Havelock)
Family-friendly dining
New Lighthouse (ground floor), Anju Coco in Port Blair
Restaurants open, close and change menus. Check recent reviews and call ahead for peak season and sunset slots.
What to eat in Andaman
Andaman food reflects the islands’ mix of communities. Cooking is influenced by South Indian, Kolkata and Bangladeshi flavours, and seafood comes fresh from the morning catch. Look for:
Grilled fish and tuna: Often marinated in local spices and cooked to order.
Red snapper: A popular catch, usually grilled or fried.
Lobster and prawns: Served garlic-butter, tandoori or in curries. Ask for the price by weight before ordering.
Crab curry and coconut prawn curry: Rich island-style gravies.
Seafood tandoori: A popular starter in Port Blair.
South Indian meals: Dosas, idlis and thalis, easy to find and good for budgets.
Fresh juices, smoothies and coconut water: Perfect for hot afternoons.
Best restaurants in Port Blair
Port Blair has the best range, from seafood restaurants to pure-veg kitchens and rooftop lounges.
New Lighthouse: A well-known seafood restaurant near Aberdeen Bazaar. You can choose your catch from the display. The ground floor suits families, and a higher floor can give a better setting.
Amaya (by Seashell): A lounge-style restaurant popular for seafood, music and evening meals.
Annapurna: One of the oldest pure vegetarian restaurants in Aberdeen Bazaar, popular with travellers, tour guides and locals.
Anju Coco (Port Blair branch): A family-friendly option with a wide menu, including vegetarian and kid-friendly dishes.
Other options: Hotel restaurants and rooftop lounges are also worth trying. Ask your hotel for current recommendations.
Best restaurants on Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
Havelock’s restaurants are casual, close to the beach, and busy in peak season.
Anju Coco: A favourite for grilled fish and tuna at moderate prices. Often busy, so go early.
Full Moon Cafe: Popular for seafood and homely island-style meals.
Red Snapper (Wild Orchid Resort): A thatched, candlelit restaurant-bar known for seafood and a romantic setting.
Neil Island has fewer restaurants, and most close early.
Dugong (by Seashell): A well-regarded option for seafood and dinner.
Chand: A reliable, simple place for budget meals.
Beachside barbecues: Some guesthouses arrange barbecue dinners, for example near Laxmanpur Beach. Ask your stay in advance.
Best vegetarian restaurants in Andaman
Vegetarian travellers can eat well across the islands. Annapurna in Port Blair is the best-known pure-veg kitchen. On Havelock, Something Different and Fat Martin offer vegetarian and South Indian plates. Tell your hotel and our team about your diet, and we can suggest suitable places at each stop.
Eating tips for Andaman
Eat seafood early. Popular dishes often sell out by evening, especially in Havelock.
Ask for the catch of the day. Fresh fish is best from October to April, outside the monsoon.
Ask the price by weight for lobster, crab and large fish before you order.
Book sunset tables in peak season (December to January).
Carry cash and UPI. Small places may have patchy networks.
Check closing times. Many places on Havelock and Neil close early, and kitchens may stop taking orders by around 9 to 10 PM.
Bottled water: Drink bottled or filtered water.
Alcohol: Only licensed restaurants and bars can serve it. See our nightlife in Andaman guide for the rules.
Meals on your Andaman package
Our packages usually include daily breakfast at your hotel. Lunch and dinner are often not included, so you can pick the places you like. Check your package for the exact meal plan. We can also arrange candlelit dinners and beach barbecues on request.
Our island-based team can include shopping time in Port Blair in your itinerary, so you don’t have to rush before the flight home.send us your travel dates and number of guests for a free, no-obligation quote. Call or WhatsApp +91 99332 45630 or email andamantour2020@gmail.com.
It depends on your taste. New Lighthouse and Amaya are popular in Port Blair, and Anju Coco, Full Moon Cafe and Red Snapper are favourites on Havelock.
Fresh seafood, such as grilled tuna, red snapper, lobster, prawns and crab, with South Indian, Bengali and Bangladeshi influences.
Annapurna in Port Blair is a well-known pure-veg restaurant. On Havelock, Something Different and Fat Martin have vegetarian and South Indian options.
Port Blair has the widest choice, and Havelock has the best beachside dining. Neil Island has fewer, simpler options.
Generally yes, caught locally. It is best from October to April, and popular dishes can sell out by evening.
Yes. Anju Coco and Fat Martin on Havelock, Chand on Neil, and Annapurna in Port Blair are common budget choices.
Yes. Red Snapper on Havelock is known for its candlelit setting, and we can arrange a private beach dinner on request.
Only licensed restaurants and bars can serve it. Rules and dry days apply.
Many places on Havelock and Neil close early, often around 9 to 10 PM. Check timings before you go.
Packages usually include breakfast. Lunch and dinner are often extra. Check the plan for your package.
Stick to bottled or filtered water.
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