Restaurants
- Gauguin Grill
Gauguin Grill
Indulge in fresh, charcoal-grilled seafood at this beachfront restaurant. Savor lobster, jumbo shrimp, and snapper served on woven plates with Balinese-inspired sauces. Dine just steps from the sea, enjoying picturesque views of offshore cayes and starry skies. The sandy-floored bar and lounge serve Belizean beer, wine, and cocktails for a complete dining experience.
- Auntie Luba's Kitchen
Auntie Luba's Kitchen
This authentic Belizean diner, Auntie Luba's, boasts a serene view of Placencia Lagoon's tranquil waters. The rustic-style menu features regional delights such as curry chicken, coconut shrimp, seasonal conch fritters, hearty beef stew, and delectable home-baked key lime pie. The ambiance is casual and celebratory, with the possibility of ending your evening by toasting marshmallows over the firepit and launching wish lanterns above the lagoon for a memorable experience.
- The Pizzeria
The Pizzeria
Indulge in the Italian tradition of wood-fired oven pizzas at this pizzeria nestled within an organic garden. The chef creates made-to-order pizzas using the freshest ingredients, delivering a proper Napoli-style pizza, a favorite of Francis Ford Coppola himself. Enjoy this intimate, casual, breathtakingly beautiful setting while savoring these delectable pizzas.
- The Laughing Fish Bar
The Laughing Fish Bar
Sip your favorite drinks steps away from the luxurious infinity pool, nestled under a towering thatch roof, for a shady escape. Bar stools line the golden-sand beach, granting panoramic views of the sea and offshore cayes (tiny islands). Don't be surprised if your bartender prepares your cocktail in a freshly picked coconut from the surrounding palms.
- Mare Restaurant
Mare Restaurant
Turtle Inn's flagship restaurant, The Mare, blends fresh seafood with traditional Italian cuisine. Enjoy daily catches from nearby reefs and organic garden vegetables on the ever-changing menu. Indulge in ceviche, seafood in the sea-salt crust, and wood-fired pizzas, and don't miss the Dutch Indonesian Rijsttafel dinners on Mondays and Thursdays. Dine beneath a lofty thatch roof with stunning sea views for a relaxed culinary experience.
- Kid's Gelato Bar
Kid's Gelato Bar
Adjacent to the Skip White Bar, a sign reads 'Gelato Bar – No Adults Allowed.' This delightful spot offers excellent local gelato that varies with the seasons, making it a beloved gathering place for kids of all ages.
Bars
- Skip White Bar
Skip White Bar
The Skip White Bar, named after the charismatic original owner of Turtle Inn, showcases antique microscopes used by Skip and his marine biology students. This open-air bar serves a diverse selection of drinks from morning to night, making it the perfect spot to unwind and discuss your day's adventures. Enjoy a glass of wine from Francis Ford Coppola Winery, or opt for a Belize-brewed beer as you relax in this unique setting.