Waves
Caribbean, American, Bar Food, Seafood
$$
Sandy Ground,(near former Mariners site)
Opens at 11:30 AM
Lunch • 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
+1 264-729-3185
Beach casual / barefoot welcome
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About Waves
Waves is Sandy Ground's hidden beach treasure, tucked away at the far south end of Road Bay on the site of the former Mariners Resort. Owner Olivia Garlick, an English expat, physically transplanted the entire beach bar from its original Meads Bay location to this spot, creating one of the most genuinely special beach experiences in Anguilla. The venue features a distinctive resin bar top (the first of its kind on Anguilla), comfy couches, beach chairs on the sand, and a covered patio overlooking the water with the lights of Sandy Ground's boats bobbing in the bay. The menu features beachy finger food and hearty mains: loaded hand-cut fries in Classic (sour cream, bacon, cheddar, spring onions), Triple Cheese, and Chilli con Carne variations; crispy chicken wings; fish bites; sliders; the legendary steak sandwich on a grilled baguette with Swiss cheese and fried onions; an 8oz burger; cajun spiced mahi mahi; curried chicken on rice; and grilled tofu for vegans. The bar serves signature cocktails including The River (cucumber and lime infused vodka, fresh mint, citrus juices, club soda), rum punch, and a full bar. Bartender Javy is known for the best rum punch on the island. Live music and events are held regularly. Takeout available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Closed Wednesdays. Directions: take the left turn just before Roy's as you enter Sandy Ground and follow the signs through the gate and down the sandy path.
The Vibe
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Known For
Loaded Fries (Classic, Triple Cheese, Chilli con Carne), Steak Sandwich on Grilled Baguette, 8oz Burger, Cajun Spiced Mahi Mahi, Bleu Cheese and Bacon Burger, Chicken Wings, Fish Bites, Sliders, Curried Chicken, Grilled Tofu with Sesame and Rice, The River (cucumber lime vodka fresh mint citrus club soda), Rum Punch, Full Bar Cocktails, American, Bar Food
Ideal For
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Caribbean, American, Bar Food, Seafood
Dining Style
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Price Level
$$
Parking
At the far south end of Sandy Ground on Road Bay, at the site of the former Mariners Resort. Take the left turn just before Roy's as you enter Sandy Ground. Follow signs through the gate and down the sandy path. Some beach parking available. Accessible on foot along the Sandy Ground shoreline.
Beach Access
Yes
Takeout
Not listed
Accessibility
Not listed
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Pet Friendly
Not listed
Local notes
Dining Tips
A few quick details to help your visit feel smooth.
Reservations
Walk-ins welcome. No reservations required. Call +1 264-729-3185 to confirm current hours and any events.
Best Timing
Weekends and evenings can be lively. Waves is at the south end of Sandy Ground away from the main harbour bustle. Sunset hours are popular.
Dress Code
Beach casual / barefoot welcome
Service Note
No service charge information confirmed. Confirm gratuity policy before visiting.
Popular Dishes
Loaded Fries (Classic, Triple Cheese, Chilli con Carne)
Sandy Ground's hidden beach treasure at the south end of Road Bay. Loaded fries, wings, steak sandwich, cajun mahi mahi, signature cocktails, and the best rum punch on the island. Toes in the sand, boats in the bay. Open daily except Wednesday.
Steak Sandwich on Grilled Baguette
Sandy Ground's hidden beach treasure at the south end of Road Bay. Loaded fries, wings, steak sandwich, cajun mahi mahi, signature cocktails, and the best rum punch on the island. Toes in the sand, boats in the bay. Open daily except Wednesday.
8oz Burger
Sandy Ground's hidden beach treasure at the south end of Road Bay. Loaded fries, wings, steak sandwich, cajun mahi mahi, signature cocktails, and the best rum punch on the island. Toes in the sand, boats in the bay. Open daily except Wednesday.
Explore the Menu
Loaded Fries: Classic
Homemade hand-cut fries topped with sour cream, bacon, cheddar cheese, and spring onions.
Loaded Fries: Triple Cheese
Homemade hand-cut fries topped with three cheeses.
Loaded Fries: Chilli con Carne
Homemade hand-cut fries topped with chilli con carne.
Chicken Wings
Crispy chicken wings. Described as quite possibly the largest wings on the island, equal parts crisp and light. Confirmed signature must-try by anguilla-beaches.com.
Fish Bites
Fresh fish bites. Confirmed by TripAdvisor reviewers as terrific.
Sliders
Mini burgers. Confirmed by TripAdvisor reviewers as terrific.
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