Description: As the name suggests, this is a cafe that's mostly frequented by sailors, located in the heart of the Antigua Yacht Club Marina. I spent quite a bit of the last week here simply writing for this site. The atmosphere is really relaxing during the day until about 4pm when the sailors are finished working and make their way to the watering hole.
Location
This is one of the high points of Skullduggery Cafe. It's situated right on the dock of the marina, literally four steps from falling off the pier. Thankfully the water is really shallow, like only two feet deep, for anyone concerned about the safety of little children.
Nearby, lots of private yachts are moored, and due to the fact that Antigua has one of the most popular harbours in the Caribbean, you may see several super yachts such as one belonging to Bill Gates. The area is very peaceful, and many visitors go to the cafe with a book in hand to just simply kick back and relax.
Dining
Several tables and chairs are scattered about just outside of the establishment, and each table seats four guests comfortably. The cafe has both a breakfast and a lunch menu available for guests who want to grab a bite. Breakfast items include two eggs prepared in any style for $6 USD and a number of sides are available for an extra cost: Fried tomatoes, ham, bacon and toast. Pancakes are prepared on request for $3 USD as well as fruits and bagels.
I usually arrive at the cafe around lunch time, so I end up always ordering from the afternoon menu.
Pastas are available for around $10 USD, and their Philly Steak sandwich for $7 is a great choice. However my favourite dish is their Toasted Ham, Cheese, Tomato and Onion sandwich for $4. The melted cheddar cheese creates a really zesty flavour when combined with the tomato and onions!
Drinks
The cafe also serves as a bar, with a large selection of liquors on their shelves. The bartenders serve the usual suspects such as Screwdrivers and Mojitos, but the Espresso Martinis and the Cappuchino Martinis are the house specialties. The concoction is made right infront of the customer, and the brew is then poured directly into a martini glass. Expect to pay about $6 US for the martini.
Cold soft drinks such as Mountain Dew and Coca Cola can be bought, as well as hot beverages such as coffee and tea.
Summary
While the food and beverages are really good here, the main draw is the view and the ambience. The establishment is really laid back, and even pets are allowed to roam freely. On my last visit, a very friendly Bull Mastiff walked about, receiving many pats and scatches behind the ear from all of the guests, while his owner drank a Carib beer nearby.
Skullduggery Cafe is a lovely option if you need to unwind after a hectic day.
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