Cayman may not spring to mind as a hot spot of roadside cuisine, but when it comes to home cooking it has some of the best. Like any good eatery, roadside kiosks rely on word of mouth. And more often than not, they lure customers with the spicy smell of jerk chicken or the tantalising aroma of freshly fried fish and fritters. There is no better way to experience Cayman than to eat your way across the island, from West Bay to East End.

Heritage Kitchen
This amiable West Bay stop, off Boggy Sand Road, offers some of the best fish tea, grilled snapper, barbecue chicken and ribs. Take in the pristine views along Seven Mile Beach as you enjoy your food.

Seymour’s Jerk Centre
A legend in local food circles, Seymour plies his trade from a nondescript venue off Shedden Road in George Town. However, having been at it for 20 years, this man knows his way around jerk, and the spicy, smoky flavour of the jerk chicken and jerk pork is sure to give you a real taste of local food.

Chester’s Fish Fry
The home of the most famous sign in Cayman – Buy one jerk, get one free – Chester’s is located in Bodden Town. From the jerk touted on the sign to fried fish, Chester’s is a firm favourite with many locals.

Rankine’s Jerk Centre
As you make your way to Bodden Town, stop at Rankine’s Jerk Centre for delicious and flavourful local food. Sample the jerk pork and jerk chicken while you relax in the quiet garden.

Miss Vivine’s Kitchen
Miss Vivine’s Kitchen can be found in a charming home in Gun Bay – Miss Vivine’s home, in fact, which is where the delicious fare is cooked and served up. This is a popular stop and a great way to experience the friendliness of the Eastern districts.

Grapetree Cafe
Grapetree Cafe can be found right on the beach in Bodden Town. Fried fish is the speciality here, and is served with grilled onions and pepper, fried plantain and fritters for a true Caymanian experience.