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Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel, Negril, Westmoreland

Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel

4.7
4.7
21 Reviews
$31 to $50
Caribbean

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2 people
8:00 pm
  • Romantic
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
With world-acclaimed restaurants in Miami, Grand Cayman and the Bahamas, award-winning hospitality duo, Chef Cindy Hutson and Delius Shirley (son of famed Jamaican Chef Norma Shirley) bring their globally renowned ‘Cuisine of the Sun’ philosophy to The Cliff Hotel.

Casually elegant, with floor-to-ceiling views that open onto a softly lit cliff-top patio overlooking Negril’s breathtaking coastline, Zest is a gourmet delight for all the senses. A mouthwatering fusion of authentic Caribbean spice blends and innovative flavor combinations that keep you coming back for more, it’s the perfect balance of amazing world cuisine, impeccable service and captivating views.

Culturally reflecting the rich diversity of Island cuisine, fresh farm-to-table ingredients weave together a seasonally driven menu of signature dishes. Even internationally inspired classics are given a quintessentially Jamaican nouveau twist.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, International, Jamaican
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (876) 632-0919 ext. 444
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Cindy Hutson
  • Private party facilities
    With its stunning oceanfront private dining location, the grounds of The Cliff Hotel are the perfect backdrop to any private dining event or occasion. From small, intimate groups to mid-sized parties to lavish, exclusive hires, we offer an impressive array of options to suit your needs. Whether you’re planning an anniversary dinner for two, a family celebration within your villa, a social gathering in our restaurant or catering for a wedding reception, we have the ideal setting to match. From the creation of bespoke menus, meticulously crafted to perfectly compliment the occasion, to staging the dining area to provide that personalized WOW factor, our experienced Zest team is on hand throughout to guarantee the whole experience runs like clockwork.
  • Area
    Negril
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 21 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on all time ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

21 Reviews
  1. IlariaC

    London

    30 reviews

    1.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 29 June 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately I chose this restaurant for my birthday celebration dinner and I truly regret it. My partner ordered the curried seafood bowl and it was really bad. The octopus was so incredibly chewy. My dish the ribs was a bit better but not worth the money we spent. I wish I had not booked it in the first place. There are so many good restaurants in Negril I would say please avoid this one if you do not want to be badly disappointed and overly charged for a bad meal. We mentioned everything to the waiter he did not even offer an alternative or anything. To be avoided !!

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  2. VioletaC

    Miami

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 17 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the ambience, food, service. We had a great time. The chef came out to comment about his dishes. Overall the best experience in Negril.

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  3. Amazingfood

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 25 April 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a little hidden away, however, it’s worth finding. Located at The Cliff Hotel. The view is spectacular The food is great. Our hostess was very knowledgeable about the food. We met the chef at the end. Everything is good here. It’s a must

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  4. gypsyfoodie411

    Washington DC

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 6 April 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible meal to welcome myself to Negril. From the ambience, the service, spot on recommendations, presentation and preparation, there was not one thing to complain about.

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  5. CFKJ

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 March 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff at the Zest were super attentive and friendly. It’s probably one of the better restaurants on the island.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 21 March 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Worth every penny. This was a great spot for dinner! We had dinner here twice during our stay in Negril.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our absolute favorite place to eat across Negril and MoBay. Food is hit or miss at restaurants in Jamaica, and expensive. For lunch, Norma salad and black bean hummus w plantain chips. All of the “street” options on the back of the menu are divine. Dinner, def try the catch of the day but don’t skip the soup because every one we’ve tried is pure delight. Lobster is also excellent. Ask to talk with the chef because he is as amazing as the food!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 January 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely meal at Zest. Beautiful setting near the cliffs. Great service and accommodated our group of 14 last minute!

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  9. Bill

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a romantic setting. Breathtaking views

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 19 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Final night. We’ve had dinner here four nights in a row and every meal was excellent. Zest is like no place else in the Western half of Jamaica. They take cooking very seriously and it shows. Tonight I had the grilled Caribbean lobster and my husband had the fresh catch of the day which was Corvina. My lobster was huge! It was expertly grilled and served with drawn butter, lemon and a little bit of crushed chili. What more can you ask for? So many places in Jamaica drown their lobster in garlic and strongly flavored sauces that do not do justice to the crustacean. The dish was served w roasted squash and aromatic jasmine rice. My husband had the Corvina 4 nights in a row - it’s that good! I try new things each night because I’m always excited to see what the kitchen is up to. Service tonight was especially thoughtful with a nice chat with the kitchen staff (who refused to share any exact recipes!) and our server Sophia who comped us a beverage because the grill went down and the meal took a little longer than usual to get to the table. To tell the truth we weren’t in any rush given we were heading home the next day and the sky was especially beautiful this evening from sunset to moonlight. Excellent meal and value for money. Thank you Zest!

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FAQs

Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 21 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
8:00 pm
Google Map for Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel

The Cliff Hotel West End Road, Negril, Westmoreland 00000

Additional information

  • Area
    Negril
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean, International, Jamaican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Cindy Hutson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (876) 632-0919 ext. 444
  • Private party facilities
    With its stunning oceanfront private dining location, the grounds of The Cliff Hotel are the perfect backdrop to any private dining event or occasion. From small, intimate groups to mid-sized parties to lavish, exclusive hires, we offer an impressive array of options to suit your needs. Whether you’re planning an anniversary dinner for two, a family celebration within your villa, a social gathering in our restaurant or catering for a wedding reception, we have the ideal setting to match. From the creation of bespoke menus, meticulously crafted to perfectly compliment the occasion, to staging the dining area to provide that personalized WOW factor, our experienced Zest team is on hand throughout to guarantee the whole experience runs like clockwork.
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