hahaha and can I get a sunset view at Ivan's ?? I will definitely thank you now and than later as well :)
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hahaha and can I get a sunset view at Ivan's ?? I will definitely thank you now and than later as well :)
Boy can you ever.....at Ivans you are right next to Ricks..so you get that same famous sunset view but all to yourself in a much better setting with a great staff.....rather than with all the tourists and buses, etc!
What kind of average are we talking about for dinner?? 30 a plate? 50 ?
sorry but I don't have a pic of the menu on this computer of Ivan's.........Quote:
Originally Posted by Manda81
but I guess the entrees start around $14ish and go up to like $36 at Ivans.......
plenty of good entrees around $22 - $24 mark.......
as compared to LTU that starts at $12(Chicken Lola) and goes up to like $24 ish.........
plenty of good entrees at LTU that are around $14 - $16 - $18..........
as compared to Three Dives where you can get a quarter Jerk Chicken and bread for like $450J's.....like $6 bucks!
of course the Grilled Lobster is up der at Tree Dives.......around $23 bucks.......
but well worth it if you like Rock Lobster
Cool Runnings, Marko
Sorry for all the mundance questions .. just one more if you had to put Ivan's and Rockhouse up against each other which would you choose?
ivan's hands down!
I don't know, I really like the rock house
Can you get a sunset at Ivan's? Yes Ma'am
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Here is the view from Ivan's toward Rick's. I've hit golf balls further.
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And here is a sunset shot.
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Here's an example of some color. Excuse the bluriness.
Oh that's gorgeous! thanks so much for sharing :)
Ivan's is one of the BEST places for a nice evenings dinner on Planet Earth, let alone Negril.
IVAN'S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cool Runnings, Marko
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Originally Posted by Ohio_Buckeye_1
yes they do. and also, they make calzones and you can finish dinner with an affogato, or just the best JBM cappucino or espresso in negril.
Attachment 3573Attachment 3574 A couple shots from Ivan,s.
Manda, I'd have to agree with the others if budget is not a concern - Ivan's Restaurant at Catcha Falling Star for sunset dinner then just short walk to Seastar for the Sat show. If you start early enough, you can still hit Rick's first, before the sunset crowds get big, to see the divers - it's a short walk from there to Ivan's.
Just make sure at Seastar you tell them you are there for the show only. I think is $US5 or $500J without the buffet.
Seastar has a free shuttle to take you back to your hotel at the end - but don't forget to tip. Remember if you're drinking leave the driving to someone else.
For the beach dinner, I'd suggest you wait until you get there and walk 10 minutes each way from your hotel. You are bound to find some place that really interests you. They all have beach signs up with their menus and special for that day. But if you really want to decide ahead of time - Kuyaba would be my choice for a high-end meal on the beach.
I'll toss this out as an idea if you want to try a smaller, more local place on the beach - but with great food and a great view - Mom's Place. http://www.momsplace-negril.com/inde...page&Itemid=53
It's kind of hard to find from the road, because is down a long lane to the beach - easiest way to find it, it is the property just to the south of Bar-B-Barn. If not dinner, maybe lunch.
Don't forget to take you camera to meals, and snap pictures of your plates before you eat. Many of us boardies love to see those pics when you post your report.
My wife and I really like Country Country for a nice dinner on the beach
Thanks Ohio!
I was wondering in every country tipping is different.. what is acceptable in JA? I know in Canada it's average 15% tip of the bill.. but if we've had good service good food it's anywhere from 17 to 20% tip. Tipping the bartender ? Tipping the driver? tipping the waiter? What is a good rule of thumb here ?
I have made a reservation for Ivan's for my arrival day (I'm starting to think it's going to be one hectic day) I land at 1:15pm, I will be picked up at my hotel at 5:50 and dinner reservations at 6:30pm I'm hoping this allows for sunset viewing. Thanks again !!
All service workers in Jamaica make so little, they really do depend on our tips. And I prefer to give it to the person actually doing the work, rather than the corporation. So, for instance, I typically haggle for as low a price as I can get on a hotel room, but then tip the maid $5 daily. As part of my trip prep, when I get my Travelers Checks at the bank, I also get a couple envelopes full of $1's and $5's so I don't run out. But I talk to the maid, also, explaining I know I am a little demanding (like expecting an extra towel every day) which is why I am tipping them.Quote:
Originally Posted by Manda81
For waiters/bartenders - they are used to tourists from USA/Canada who tip like at home. For my taxi ride from the airport to Negril - usually $5 to the driver on top of the $20 fare. Route taxis it is not expected, but is appreciated. Regular taxis around town, the price you are haggling for before you get in the taxi is total price including tip. If you do a day-trip from a tour operator - I usually buy the driver's lunch and a drink whenever we have some - then tip $10-$20 at the end depending on service.
For others, like the guides at Mayfield Falls - I tipped $1000JA at the end to cover our group of 4 - and they were happy. Since you'll be with a Jamaican, he'll let you know what is fair for those odd situations.
That will be cutting it awfully close - according to this website, sunset on the 24th is at 6:08PM, and you'll want to be there at least 15min before that. http://uk.weather.com/climate/sunRis...egril-JMXX0009Quote:
Originally Posted by Manda81
If you could move up your pickup time by 1/2-hour you'd be better. Remember, if it's taxi from Ivan's, they might have a few other dinner guests to pickup after they pick you up. You don't have to change the reservation time - you'll just be at the bar taking sunset pics and having a drink until then.
The worst thing would be to be stuck in the taxi as the sun goes down, and you miss your first sunset in Negril completely. Once you get to your hotel, you'll know better if you have the time to get to Ivan's in time. If it looks like you can't be early enough, call Ivan's and delay it a little - watch the sunset from your hotel beach - then go to dinner afterward. Sunset from the beach is a spectacular show, too! :cool:
bourbon beach has the best lobster pizza!
My bad, I meant Bar B Barn!
For your beach dinner, I'd certainly consider Norma's at Sea Splash Resort. It's our favorite fine dining place on the beach and from our experiences, we prefer it over Kuyaba.
norma's lost me when they stopped serving french press. sad.Quote:
Originally Posted by Turtle
I've been going for over 20 years and I've seen D-Buss (Burbon Beach) having the best fries and jerk....totally down hill now.
Kuyaba used to be our favourite but they lost their chef last year and they suck now!
Legends is the best on the beach for a beach restaurant!
If you want authentic...go to Miss Fatties off the road on the way to town sort of across from Sunset on the Beach.
those are our choices!!:)
Legends--ooh I did not like their food. But true everyone has different tastes and opinions here. My best meals have been at Just Natural (breakfast) Sweet Spice (dinner) Niahs (patties for lunch) Ivans (happy hour and jerk shrimp) Juicy J (dinners) Fatties (breakfast and lunch) Angelas (lobster pasta) Country Country (breakfasts) LTU (pumpkin soup/dinner) and there are so many more. I would hate to have to decide on just two dinners in negril. Man I wish my neighborhood had a similar food thing going. You can spend a lot or a little and get amazing food. And JA dishes don't taste the same when you are not in Jamaica.
Don't miss 'Sunset After Dark' on West end road (sea side) across from Negril hardware. Patrick opened up last year and everyone we sent there raved about the foor and view. He may not open unitl December, but his Burgers are ENORMOUS (with salad or Fries) and the Fish is excellent too.
Creasemon is right.He sent me there and everyone I sent there has raved ! I hope Patrick reopens this season.Peace Crease !
we like chicken lavish, 3 dives , jah bees across the street from where we stay at ROOMS , and the guys with the jerk bbqs on the street