Isla Blue Restaurant — Restaurant in Saint Thomas

This place is terrible. We sat out on the beach and I ordered at the bar. I ordered two double rum on the rocks and a Carne Pizza.

The guy I ordered with said it was his second day on the job so I give him a break, but there was a woman named Alexa who was extremely rude.

When the guy I ordered with gave me the check, I noticed I was charged $8 for the ice. EIGHT DOLLARS for ICE in a DRINK that I was already paying $30 for. So that’s $38 for ONE double shot of rum (not a mixed drink). The pizza was $34 for a 10”.

So I asked the guy about this, and he asked Alexa if he should remove the charge. She responds “no that’s just how our system rings it up and she has to deal with it”. And proceeded to roll her eyes.

At that point, I was extremely disappointed but figured I’d enjoy myself on the beach and will feel better after I ate as I was super hungry.

I paid for a paddle board and two beach chairs. The guy handling the water excursions charged me $25 per chair (total of $50) on my card then an additional $20 for the paddle board but in cash.

I didn’t want to go out until after I ate as my sugar was low so I waited for the food to come. It took an hour for the pizza to come and it was stone cold and burnt.

I took it back to the bar and the guy asked if i wanted it to be reheated. I responded “for $34 pizza I think it would be best for a fresh one as it was already burnt and wasn’t salvageable.”

25 minutes goes by, and at that point I was exhausted beyond starving and just ready to go, so I went back to the bar to tell them to cancel it. Instead the guy who I’d initially ordered with saw me and went to the kitchen to bring my pizza. He comes out with a hot pizza but the WRONG pizza. I told him it was fine and I’d just take it because I was hungry. I had to go back to the bar to get my own cutlery and napkins from the servers station because we clearly weren’t being served by the beach servers.

Pizza was not good. I ate the cheese off of just 2 slices and left it.

Long story short, avoid this place at all costs....

Building loyalty to a business is difficult, especially when you are new and promise high standards and expectations. Isla Blue opened last year and we were one of the fortunate clients to experience their remodeled location and new menu. We had a negative experience with our dinner and promptly communicated it to management. The management at the time discarded our concerns and we were left with no choice but to share the experience with TripAdvisor. We were contacted a couple of weeks after our review was posted by Caraline from main management and she invited us back to give them another chance. The restaurant manager had been changed, along with the chef. Fast forward six months and today we had our “test” meal at Isla Blue. It is clear that the ambiance is the same, but the players are all new. They brought in an all-star staff. Crystal our server was caring, attentive, humorous and kind. A perfect partner to match the exquisite presentation and taste that Chef Christian created. My wife had the Grouper Special and I had the Mahi Mahi. The taste and texture of each meal was spot on with the best restaurants in the world that we have experienced. Don’t skip on the dessert. The Mexican Chocolate cake and ice cream is a creation that leaves you delightfully full and wanting to rub your belly. Isla Blue has stepped up their game and warrants you to make a special dinner even more exceptional, or challenge your palate to discover new flavors that will make you want to come back again to see what Chef Christian can create with local...

A Culinary Gem at Isla Blue – Chef Christian Shines

Isla Blue at the Buoy House in St. Thomas has always been a solid dining choice, but Chef Christian has elevated it to something truly special. On my recent visit, I asked him to bring out what he thought I should eat—and what followed was nothing short of extraordinary.

The dishes were masterfully crafted, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, as if each bite had a story to tell. From perfectly cooked meats and fresh seafood to elegant presentations, Chef Christian’s expertise is undeniable. The meal alone would warrant a 5-star review, but his warm company and obvious passion for his craft truly set the evening apart. He mentioned he’s been at Isla Blue for just a few months, and his presence is already a very welcome addition.

Having visited Isla Blue in the past, I can confidently say this is now one of the brightest spots in the Marriott Autograph Collection lineup. Chef Christian is a rare find—his food, personality, and vision have transformed this restaurant into an unforgettable experience. I will absolutely return and can’t wait to see what he creates next.

If you’re in St. Thomas, don’t miss Isla Blue. Let Chef Christian take you on a culinary journey—you...