Ital in Paradise

We were only in St. Croix for a few days, but from what I can tell, this place is an absolute hidden gem. There was only one other table eating in the restaurant while we were there, which was actually great because the dining room is very small. Several people came in for take out while we were there, though. The food here is absolutely amazing, and the portions are quite generous. None of us could have eaten another bite! Everything is gluten free and almost nothing has dairy. I had the chicken, which was absolutely delicious & cooked perfectly. The curried cabbage & the kale salad were also incredible (which is saying a lot because I absolutely despise kale... And then I found myself eating it off my husband's plate because it was so good!). Get the lentil balls. Don't question it. Just get them. If we come back to St. Croix, this will be my first stop for dinner!!

Vegetarian’s Review: We initially considered dining at Galangal (a Thai restaurant) but, after reading outstanding reviews on Google, we decided to try Ital in Paradise for an authentic Caribbean experience—especially since good Thai food is widely available. And we were glad we did! Our Selections: • Pepper Steak Tofu – 3/5 • Black Bean Salad – 5/5 • Coconut Cabbage Curry – 4/5 • Jasmine Rice – 5/5 • Lentil Balls – 5/5 • Lentil Ball Sauce – 5/5 We enjoyed the food so much that we ordered takeout of the same dishes for brunch the next day while traveling. What Makes This Place Special? • They offer gluten-free pasta. • All their side dishes are vegan. • They are intentional about accommodating vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets. While the restaurant was originally fully vegan/vegetarian, they have since added some meat and fish options to sustain their business. The service was excellent, and the location in downtown is convenient and inviting. To our vegan and vegetarian friends—this is a must-visit spot. Let’s support and encourage this fantastic restaurant!