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Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel, Negril, Westmoreland

Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel

4.7
4.7
24 Reviews
$31 to $50
Caribbean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Negril
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 24 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

24 Reviews
  1. Priscilla

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a lovely peaceful experience. The view was amazing, the staff super friendly and food was delicious. Would definitely be back.

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  2. Moya

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was excellent. Definitely will visit again.

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  3. Michael

    Baltimore

    75 reviews

    4.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our second visit to Zest and the reason we chose to stay at the Cliff Hotel after we saw it 2 years ago. The restaurant was good, though not as good as what I remembered. I tried the goat which I did not like. It was way too smoky and they never told me it was smoked. The oxtail another had, was delicious as were the other entrees. Appetizers were OK, and dessert was good. Service is good, though slow, despite the restaurant not being very busy. We had other meals here, breakfast and lunch, and both were very good. While I expect a relaxed experience dining in Jamaica, this visit every meal just took way too long. I would go back though.

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  4. IlariaC

    London

    31 reviews

    1.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 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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  5. VioletaC

    Miami

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 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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  6. Amazingfood

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 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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  7. gypsyfoodie411

    VIP

    Washington DC

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 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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  8. CFKJ

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 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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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 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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  10. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 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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FAQs

Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 24 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Zest Restaurant at The Cliff Hotel

The Cliff Hotel West End Road, Negril, Westmoreland 00000

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, 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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