We had the opportunity to visit The Point Restaurant on our first day of arrival in the Bahamas. Naturally, we didn’t feel like doing much except getting our tummies full, relaxing, and getting ready to begin our wonderful adventure in Bahamas.
The Point Restaurant is located onsite at the Harborside Resort, which is a wonderful convenience to those who don’t want to tackle the crowd at The Atlantis yet. Our first impression of the restaurant was positive. It’s located in a beautiful spot with glorious settings of the sun and the beautiful ocean.
The Point projects a mixed bar/restaurant typed atmosphere. Upon entry, you have to wait to be seated. I’m not sure if reservations are suggested or required because we did not have one. Nevertheless, we were approached immediately and asked where we wanted to sit. Since I love ocean views, I opted for us to sit out on the deck at the umbrella table and chair.
Once you enter the outdoor restaurant, you’ll pass the bar section (which is the covered section) and out onto the deck. We had a wonderful spot with gorgeous ocean views, the sunset, and the cruise ships. It was definitely a view to cherish.
Service was a bit slow, but we were tired and didn’t mind the wait. We were too busy soaking in the Bahamas’ lovely views. When our server greeted us, she was a bit preoccupied and uninterested. Regardless, she was polite and took our orders promptly. We opted for something simple since it was getting late in the day. It also seemed business was slowing down and the restaurant was going to close soon. We noted the time, and it was a little past 6pm.
Our plate of hamburgers and fries arrived in timely fashion and was served HOT! We thoroughly enjoyed our first meal in Bahamas. However…
... prior to our vacation, we were forewarned extensively about Bahamas’ food prices and expenses. I have to admit, even with all the forewarnings, we were taken back by the prices STILL. Never in our lifetimes have we been to a place that is so expensive. Then again, I have yet to travel internationally.
I just can’t fathom paying almost $10 EACH for burger and fries. This was not including our drinks or gratuities. Talk about being shell shock. Let me say, it was the beginning of many shell-shock moments in Bahamas.
Having said that, The Point Restaurant is a very nice place to dine. We wouldn’t hesitate to eat there again, but don’t say I didn’t warn ya about the prices!!