It's not every day you decide to have dinner on a boat.

So, if you get an opportunity to have this unique experience, take it! Tucked away in the Montego Bay Marine Park Fish Sanctuary, the Houseboat Grill is a unique dining experience that shouldn’t be missed.

You choose whether you want to have a romantic dinner for two or a relaxing dinner with the entire family. This restaurant provides a private, comfortable dining experience for parties of all sizes.

Its idyllic location gives you a beautiful view of the bay while you treat your palates to the delicious tastes of Jamaica.

The ambiance 

Shades of green and red that represent Jamaica, along with its lush landscapes and uninhibited spirit, come alive both indoors and outside of the Houseboat Grill in Montego Bay.

The casual dining atmosphere and rustic setting of this restaurant and bar set it apart, capturing the hearts and tantalizing the taste buds of celebrities and locals alike.

Dining options

Eat downstairs inside the cozy dining area and the wrap-around deck while the fish dance in the waters lit up below. Or delve into a tasty dish from the constantly evolving menu on the upstairs deck underneath the stars.

Wandering tourists and couples may well discover this as a new favorite restaurant in Montego Bay.

Big names such as well-known director Spike Lee and television show host Pat O'Brien have been spotted enjoying the Irie vibes and the renowned dishes created by Chef Rich Nurse, known to be hard to resist.

His dishes are infused with creativity and flavorful blends that offer something new; expected to even the most discerning of palates.

International celebrities love Houseboat Grill

Since 2001 when the Houseboat Grill found its permanence and began to feature the culinary masterpieces of Chef Rich Nurse, visitors keep coming back for more.

What’s also worth noting is that this bar and grill has an intricate history dating back to the 1970's when it was run as a nightclub and bar.

Throughout its progression, the establishment has been able to boast the presence of celebrities visiting Jamaica like Steve McQueen, Aretha Franklin, and Sting.

Surrounded by calm, awe-inspiring waters, diners find serenity, tasty drinks, and delectable dishes every time they visit the Houseboat Grill.

The atmosphere is fairly relaxed and happy hour is quite popular with locals, so this makes a great spot to rub elbows with Jamaicans who live in the Montego Bay area.

Dress is casually elegant and heels are definitely not recommended for this floating unique dinner experience.