Truly amazing fine dining experience at Stone Barn in St Kitts. If this restaurant were in Manhattan, it would have at least one Michelin star. The setting is lovely, with personalized service, and a prix fixe menu that led me and my partner to return a second night on a four night stay. Each dish was well prepared and exhibited creativity with a narrative throughout. Special standouts were the Beef Tartare cone, cedar infused scallop, Chicken with truffle air, and Wagyu strip. Also loved both desserts.
As someone who can appreciate both fine dining (The Bazaar by Jose Andres could be an inspiration for several dishes) and cheap eats, this is a 5 star meal befitting a 5 star resort. It's a steal if you're staying at the Park Hyatt and compare to any restaurants requiring a water taxi or taxi -- just stay at the resort and have some Stone Barn!
My only recommendation to the chef is to ask for a front of house manager to attend a hospitality school. Throughout the resort, but noticeable also at Stone Barn, there were often little things (e.g., wobbly tables, missed communications between servers) that might mar an experience when that Michelin...
Read moreMichelin level but the chef is in front of you. Not realizing I commented to my waitress, this poor guy has the worst job in the restaurant, he's just hunched over a short table assembling what they cooked in the back. I watched for a while and no, he was the chef actually cooking nearly everything with a couple of assistants. It was like a magic trick. Everything was fantastic! Do the long menu, ya, it's pricey but...
Read moreWhat an absolutely amazing food experience and tasting menu journey! If you are looking for an unforgettable meal / special dinner occasion (tasting menu only) then this is your spot! Bravo...
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