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Burgers • Local icon
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Beach-town classic for big, messy burgers and peanuts-on-the-floor vibes. Cheap, cheerful, close.
Hours: ~11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (varies by season)
🔥 Value Score: 4.50 (rating ~4.50 ÷ 1.0)
Price Coefficient: 1.0 ( $ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~0.2 mi
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Dive Bar • Pub Food • Since 1948
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Authentic local dive with killer wings, burgers, and Browns Backer vibes. Open late, smoking allowed.
"Best steak sandwich! One of my favorite places" —Wavecrest
Hours: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM (7 days)
🔥 Value Score: 3.17 (rating ~4.75 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~3.5 mi
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Vietnamese • Pho & bánh mì
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Comforting bowls of pho, vermicelli plates, and crisp bánh mì—great value.
Hours: Typically 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
🔥 Value Score: 3.07 (rating ~4.60 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~3.8 mi
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Italian • Cozy & affordable
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Attentive service, seafood pastas, and old-school plates without the big price tag.
Hours: ~4:00 PM – 9:00 PM (dinner)
🔥 Value Score: 3.07 (rating ~4.60 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~1.3 mi
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Breakfast/Brunch • Chef-driven
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Scratch bakery + creative waffles/benedicts; great for a late breakfast.
Hours: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (daily)
🔥 Value Score: 3.03 (rating ~4.55 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~3.6 mi
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Mexican • Classic, big portions
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Old-school favorite for fajitas, combo plates, and family-friendly pricing.
Hours: ~11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
🔥 Value Score: 2.93 (rating ~4.40 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~4.4 mi
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Seafood • Casual counter
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Affordable platters, fresh local seafood; easy dine-in or takeout.
Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (daily)
🔥 Value Score: 2.93 (rating ~4.40 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~0.9 mi
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Healthy Café • Veg-friendly
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Smoothies, bowls, wraps, juices—good prices for lighter fare near the resort.
Hours: ~8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (check store)
🔥 Value Score: 2.93 (rating ~4.40 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~0.5 mi
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Mexican • Open late
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Neighborhood cantina steps away—combo plates, margaritas, friendly service.
Hours: Open late, 7 days
🔥 Value Score: 2.87 (rating ~4.30 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~0.3 mi
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Japanese & Sushi • Lunch deals
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Neighborhood sushi/hibachi with solid prices—especially at lunch.
Hours: ~11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
🔥 Value Score: 2.87 (rating ~4.30 ÷ 1.5)
Price Coefficient: 1.5 ( $–$$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~2.4 mi
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Breakfast/Brunch • Modern diner
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Crowd-pleasing brunch spot—big skillets, benedicts, and (yep) blueberry pancakes.
"Good, but just a little pricey; will probably return" —Steve and Portia
Hours: ~7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (daily)
🔥 Value Score: 2.28 (rating ~4.55 ÷ 2.0)
Price Coefficient: 2.0 ( $$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~1.1 mi
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Pizza • Take-out favorite
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Beloved local slice shop; generous toppings and specialty pies (incl. "Pickle Pizza").
Hours: Tue–Sat 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sun–Mon Closed
🔥 Value Score: 2.25 (rating ~4.50 ÷ 2.0)
Price Coefficient: 2.0 ( $$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~1.2 mi
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American • Big portions = value
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Hearty apps, salads, ribs & seafood; famously large portions for the price.
Hours: ~11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
🔥 Value Score: 2.25 (rating ~4.50 ÷ 2.0)
Price Coefficient: 2.0 ( $$ )
Driving Distance From Grande Cayman: ~3.1 mi
Value Score = (avg public rating estimate) ÷ (price tier number). Price tiers used: $ = 1.0, $–$$ = 1.5, $$ = 2.0.
Scores are directional to highlight bang-for-buck and can vary with updated ratings/menus. Wavecrest review weighted into Drifters Saloon rating.
