Get to know Elbow Cay!
Most businesses and restaurants in Abaco are available via What’s App, the international calling and messaging platform. Most will also have a phone number to call with questions. Businesses also use Facebook and websites to publish the hours, menu’s and other information.
Golf carts, bikes, & boats are the main transportation options for guests on island. Please see our Transportation section for info on rentals.
Groceries & Shopping
Vernon’s Groceries
Monday - Saturday 8am - 6pm
*Closed for lunch daily 1-2pm & Sundays
Harbour View Groceries
Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm
*Closed for lunch daily 1-2pm & Sundays
LVA Groceries & Convenience
Monday - Saturday 7:30am - 7:30pm
Sun 10am - 2pm
Hope Town Canvas & Bike Shop Locally made sail-bag shop & bike rentals by the day or week. Bikes are first come first severed, no reservations. Bahamian owed & operated. Open 9am - 5pm Mon. - Sat. 9am - 3pm Sun. Sun Dried Tees Local Tees and beach wear goods, Bahamian owed & operated Crazy Crab Gifts goods & beach wear, Bahamian owed & operated Open 9am-5pm Mon. - Fri. Lighthouse Marina Fuel Dock & Gift Shop Located at the Harbour entrance, only assessable by boat. Open 8am - 4pm Mon. - Sat.
Not to miss Attractions
Elbow Reef Lighthouse
Located across the Harbour in Hope Town the Historic Elbow Reef Lighthouse was built in 1862 and is the only remaining active and manned Kerosene burning light station in the world! Visitors can climb the 101 steps to the top and take in the stunning 360 birds eye view. Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm, closed on Sundays. https://www.elbowreeflighthousesociety.com
Wyannie Malone Historical Museum
Located in the center of Hope Town the Wyannie Malone Historical Museum offers a glimpse into lives of early settlers of Hope Town. The Museum is still currently under going renovation and is due to reopen in Feb. 2023 Currently open is their beautiful gift shop “Ebb Tide” offering many handmade goods from all corners of the Bahamas. Open 9:30-5PM Monday - Saturday http://hopetownmuseum.com/
Dinning & Takeaway
Thirsty Cuda Grab your swim suite & swim out to Thirsty Cuda for a drink or snack while you soak up the sun on Tahiti Beach. You will find this floating Bar & Restaurant anchored out any day of the week when the weather is nice. Bahamian owed & operated. https://www.facebook.com/thirstycuda Abaco Inn Fine Dinning for breakfast, lunch, & dinner open every day with great views overlooking both Atlantic Ocean & White Sound. https://www.abacoinn.com Firefly Bar & Grill Fine Dinning and Large outdoor covered Bar Deck, offers a great sunset happy hour setting over looking Sea of Abaco. Open for lunch and dinner daily. https://fireflysunsetresort.com Mackey’s Bakery & Takeaway Great spot to stop in early morning for a quick coffee & sweet treat. Also offers excellent lunch and dinner takeaway specials daily. Bahamian owed & operated. (242) 475-7333 (242) 810-0767 On Da Beach Bar & Grill Casual outdoor bar & restaurant overlooking the Atlantic, open for lunch & dinner daily. https://www.turtlehill.com/on-da-beach Hope Town Inn & Marina Hop on the Hope Town Marina shuttle boat from any harbour side public dock for a 2 min boat ride across the Harbour and enjoy a meal or drink at Hope Town Inn & Marina. Open for Breakfast Lunch and Dinner everyday. https://www.hopetownmarina.com/menus Captain Jack’s Located waterfront on the Harbour, enjoy casual atmosphere and classic Bahamian cuisine. Plus don’t miss the fun Monday nights with “Jack’s” Bingo at 5PM & Karaoke Friday nights starting at 9pm. Open Mon-Fri for breakfast lunch & dinner, Bahamian owed & operated. https://capnjackshopetown.com Munchies Ice Cream, burgers & local cuisine take away, great for a quick bite or treat as you stroll thru town. Bahamian owed & operated. Skoops Coffee, Milkshakes, Icecream & Snacks, this new little sweet spot is next store to the Park and Museum. Tiffany’s Treats Celebrating a special occasion during your stay, need a cake or a favorite sweet treat whipped up? Call Tiffany, this home based baker delivers delicious treats and baked crowd favorites like quiche and cinnamon rolls. Bahamian owed & operated. (242) 554-9830 - trosa1997@hotmail.com