Caribbean, Seafood, Grilled, Local Food, Beach Bar, Island Dining
$$$
Island Harbour, Scilly Cay, Anguilla
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11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
+1 264-235-5000
Beach casual
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Scilly Cay is one of Anguilla most celebrated and unique dining experiences. It is a tiny private coral cay just a short ferry ride from the Island Harbour dock. Founded in 1985 by Sandra and Eudoxie Wallace, the restaurant began as a simple beach bar serving grilled seafood and has grown into a bucket list style island dining stop. The island setting is open air, surrounded by turquoise water, and known for fresh grilled seafood, Sunday live reggae, beach games, snorkeling, and relaxed island energy. Access is by ferry from Island Harbour, with public source notes listing a short ride and a round trip ferry fee. Children are noted as riding free in the uploaded source notes. The official menu source notes list grilled crayfish, grilled lobster, catch of the day, T-bone steak, brown sugar pork ribs, grilled half chicken, grilled chicken breast, vegan curry, sharing platters, sides, desserts, and a kids menu. A 15 percent service charge is noted for food and drink menus, while the kids menu note says no service charge on kids meals. Open days and hours conflict across sources, so users should confirm directly before visiting. Sunday is the main live reggae day, while Wednesday and Thursday music is described separately in the uploaded notes. Scilly Cay is also available for private events and buyouts. Confirm current open days, ferry pickup, menu, prices, entertainment, and payment methods directly before visiting.
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Grilled Crayfish with Sandra Secret Sauce, Grilled Lobster with Sandra Secret Sauce, Catch of the Day, Grilled Half Chicken, T-Bone Steak with Roasted Potatoes, Brown Sugar Pork Ribs, Jerk Shrimp and Yuka, Seafood Combo for Two, Surf and Turf Platter, Vegan Curry, Coconut Cake, Brownie and Ice Cream, Fruit Punch, Local Juices, Soft Drinks, Mocktails, Grilled, Local Food, Beach Bar, Island Dining
Cuisine
Caribbean, Seafood, Grilled, Local Food, Beach Bar, Island Dining
Dining Style
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Price Level
$$$
Parking
Scilly Cay is accessible only by boat. Park at Island Harbour on the Anguilla mainland and take the short ferry to the cay. Private boats and charter vessels may be able to use the dock or beach access depending on conditions. Confirm current ferry, dock, parking, and private boat details directly.
Beach Access
Yes
Takeout
Not listed
Accessibility
Not listed
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Pet Friendly
Not listed
Local notes
A few quick details to help your visit feel smooth.
Reservations
Reservations are recommended and can be made online at scillycay.ai. Wave from the Island Harbour dock for ferry pickup if arriving without a reservation. The ferry runs on demand. Scilly Cay can also accommodate private events and island buyouts. Confirm directly before visiting.
Best Timing
Sundays are the busiest day due to the live reggae band and beach party atmosphere. Peak season and holidays can be very busy. Reservations are recommended, especially for groups.
Dress Code
Beach casual
Service Note
A 15 percent service charge is noted in the uploaded official menu source notes for food and drinks. The kids menu source note states no service charge on kids menu items. Confirm directly before visiting.
Tiny private coral cay in Island Harbour with ferry access only. Known for grilled lobster, crayfish, Sandra secret sauce, Sunday live reggae, snorkeling, and a classic Anguilla island dining experience.
Tiny private coral cay in Island Harbour with ferry access only. Known for grilled lobster, crayfish, Sandra secret sauce, Sunday live reggae, snorkeling, and a classic Anguilla island dining experience.
Tiny private coral cay in Island Harbour with ferry access only. Known for grilled lobster, crayfish, Sandra secret sauce, Sunday live reggae, snorkeling, and a classic Anguilla island dining experience.
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