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Lovango Resort & Beach Club Restaurant

A private island dining experience unlike anything in the USVI. Just a short ferry ride from St. John and St. Thomas. 

Lunch, Dinner and Explore…

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Nestled on a private island resort, Lovango Restaurant in St. John offers an exceptional waterfront dining experience in the U.S. Virgin Islands. 

Whether you’re arriving from Cruz Bay, St. John or Red Hook, St. Thomas via our short 10-minute ferry or your private boat, you are transported to a culinary experience where delectable flavors meet stunning waterfront views. 

From leisurely lunches to intimate dinners, every moment at Lovango Restaurant is infused with elegance and charm. 

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Ways to Lunch

All options include your choice of private resort ferry from St. John or St. Thomas to Lovango or reserve a private mooring for your boat with tender service to/from the Lovango docks.

THE SANDPIT: CASUAL WATERFRONT DINING
(Daily, 11am-4pm)

Walk-up service with delicious wood-fired flatbreads, gourmet bowls, wraps and salads, ice cream bar and signature cocktails.

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The best way to finish your charter, stop by Lovango for a drink, some great shopping, and enjoy the spectacular views. No reservations needed for moorings, and our tender service makes it extra easy. 

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Ways to Dinner

All dining experiences include your choice of private resort ferry from St. John or St. Thomas to Lovango or reserve a private mooring for your boat for an evening or overnight stay. 

Dinner guests may also join us at the Lovango Beach Club for the day and stay through dinner, making for a most memorable experience.

Please select the dining experience you’d like to book from the dropdown menu below.

Waterfront Fine Dining
(Daily except Wednesday and Saturday 5pm-9pm)

Join us for dinner just steps from the sea and watch the sun drop beyond the horizon. You’ll enjoy award -winning contemporary, coastal Caribbean Cuisine.

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Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

Live music every Wednesday & Saturday evening! Casual, walk-up service. Enjoy wood-fired flatbreads, gourmet taco bowls, salads, homemade ice cream and bar service. Seating is around fire pits on the beach and under the stars.

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Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

Enjoy dining under the stars with a stunning Caribbean-style buffet featuring curated wines from our hand-selected wine list. Offered January 4 – April 26, 2026.

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Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

After a spectacular day at the Beach Club, stay for dinner at our award-winning restaurant or relax at The Sandpit. Beach Club guests enjoy access to showers. 

Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Mooring Reservations

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Ways to Experience the Holidays on Lovango

All options include your choice of private resort ferry from St. John or St. Thomas to Lovango or reserve a private mooring for your boat with tender service to/from the Lovango docks.

CHRISTMAS EVE

Join us on Christmas Eve for an unforgettable prix fixe dinner, where elegance meets island charm. Indulge in a meticulously curated 4-course menu featuring the finest Caribbean flavors, expertly crafted by our talented chefs. Whether celebrating with loved ones or seeking a magical night in paradise, our enchanting setting and warm hospitality promise an evening to remember.

PRIX FIXE DINNER RESERVATIONS

Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

BEACH CLUB & PRIX FIXE DINNER RESERVATIONS

Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Mooring Reservations

Experience our festive holiday buffet, where Chef will craft a delectable spread of Caribbean flavors. Savor a vibrant selection of savory dishes and irresistible sweets, perfect for celebrating the season in paradise. Complement your meal with handcrafted cocktails that perfectly match the lively and tropical setting, making your holiday celebration even more special.

BUFFET DINNER RESERVATIONS

Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

BEACH CLUB & BUFFET DINNER RESERVATIONS

Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

Ring in the New Year at Lovango Resort with our lively holiday buffet, where Caribbean flavors meet festive cheer! Feast on a colorful spread of delicious dishes, indulge in sweet treats, and dance the night away to live music that will keep the energy high. Join us for a fun-filled celebration in paradise, perfect for ringing in the new year with good friends, great food, and unforgettable island vibes!

BUFFET DINNER RESERVATIONS

Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

BEACH CLUB & BUFFET DINNER RESERVATIONS

Reservations from St. John

Reservations from St. Thomas

Reserve a Mooring

Experience Lovango!

Welcome to Lovango, a private island resort in the beautiful U.S. Virgin Islands. Enjoy authentic hospitality, oceanview treehouses, glamping tents and villas all surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs. Just 10 minutes by resort ferry to St. John and St. Thomas—it’s paradise found with no passport needed!

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10-Minute Ferry from St. Thomas & St. John

MOORINGS & TENDER SERVICE

Dinner Cruise Direct from The Ritz & Westin

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Golden Hour

Incredible
Hiking

The Shops
On Lovango

“Great view. Great food. Great service A trifecta. The food and view is outstanding. Service is phenomenal. Dougy Fresh and outstanding Jimmy know how to treat guests with that exceptional Caribbean service. We come back often and Lovango never disappoints”

- Scott S.

Whiskey, Rum & Vodka

Proudly Serving Our Very Own Little Gem Spirits

One sunny afternoon on Lovango our chef suggested we create spirits infused with local ingredients. He had met Todd Manley, a renowned chef on St Croix, who created Mutiny Island Vodka distilled from the miraculous, Breadfruit Tree.

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getting here is easy

Off the coast of St. John, this private island is a beautiful 10-minute boat ride from St. John and St. Thomas. Arrive by private resort ferry or by boat.

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Taste of Lovango
May 29-June 1, 2024

Taste of Lovango is a four-day culinary event featuring exclusive meals curated by celebrity chefs, creative cocktails from local partners and an invigorating schedule of activities.

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FOOD MENU 5

S E A

green onion, grilled bread
$21

AHI TUNA NOODLES

lemon, green apple, avocado, fried capers, Italian chilis, basil
served raw
$26

JERK SNAPPER SANDWICH

remoulade, heirloom tomato, butter lettuce, pickled onion, brioche roll
$28

PRAWNS & CLAWS

chilled shrimp, snow crab claws, cocktail sauce, jalapeno aioli
$46

ADD CARIBBEAN LOBSTER SALAD: $24

ADD CAVIAR: $125

S H E L L

ADD CHICKEN, SHRIMP OR SNAPPER: $12

GREEN PAPAYA & TEA LEAF SALAD

shredded cabbage & romaine, crunchy lentil mix, tomato, toasted garlic,
red onion, cilantro, tea leaf dressing
$23

CAESAR SALAD

romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons, wasabi caesar dressing
$21

GOLDEN BEET TERRINE

goat cheese, charred onion, basil, almond, burnt honey-lime dressing
$23

FRISEE & ENDIVES

smoked bacon, pickled onions, gruyere, brioche, poached egg, dill buttermilk dressing
$24

L A N D

STEAK TARTAR

perisalade, cured egg yolk, calabrian aioli, black lime, cracklings
$25

ANGUS BURGER

bacon marmalade, pimento cheese, mustard aioli, butter lettuce, cristal bun
$26

IMPOSSIBLE BURGER

bacon marmalade, pimento cheese, mustard aioli, butter lettuce, cristal bun
$25

CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH

hot honey, butter lettuce, pickled vegetable relish, brioche bun
$24

PRICES & AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

20% Automatic Gratuity on Parties Six or Greater

FOOD MENU 5

S E A

BLACKENED SHRIMP & CRAB CHOWDER

green onion, grilled bread
$21

AHI TUNA NOODLES

lemon, green apple, avocado, fried capers, Italian chilis, basil
served raw
$26

JERK SNAPPER SANDWICH

remoulade, heirloom tomato, butter lettuce, pickled onion, brioche roll
$28

PRAWNS & CLAWS

chilled shrimp, snow crab claws, cocktail sauce, jalapeno aioli
$46

ADD CARIBBEAN LOBSTER SALAD: $24

ADD CAVIAR: $125

S H E L L

ADD CHICKEN, SHRIMP OR SNAPPER: $12

GREEN PAPAYA & TEA LEAF SALAD

shredded cabbage & romaine, crunchy lentil mix, tomato, toasted garlic,
red onion, cilantro, tea leaf dressing
$23

CAESAR SALAD

romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons, wasabi caesar dressing
$21

GOLDEN BEET TERRINE

goat cheese, charred onion, basil, almond, burnt honey-lime dressing
$23

FRISEE & ENDIVES

smoked bacon, pickled onions, gruyere, brioche, poached egg, dill buttermilk dressing
$24

L A N D

STEAK TARTAR

perisalade, cured egg yolk, calabrian aioli, black lime, cracklings
$25

ANGUS BURGER

bacon marmalade, pimento cheese, mustard aioli, butter lettuce, cristal bun
$26

IMPOSSIBLE BURGER

bacon marmalade, pimento cheese, mustard aioli, butter lettuce, cristal bun
$25

CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH

hot honey, butter lettuce, pickled vegetable relish, brioche bun
$24

PRICES & AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

20% Automatic Gratuity on Parties Six or Greater

VALENTINE'S DAY

F I R S T

Rock Lobster Velouté

creme fraiche agnolotti, preserved lemon, vanilla sherry

Beef Tartare

truffled mignonette, 63 degree egg, black garlic aioli, lemon cracklings

Baked Patriot Oysters

guanciale, parmesan, verde breadcrumbs

Warm Burrata

artichoke tapenade, blood orange oil, basil, semolina crackers

S E C O N D

Charred Brussel Sprouts

hazelnuts, manchego, brown butter vinaigrette, crispy shallots, dill

Golden Beet Terrine

goat cheese, arugula, almonds, burnt honey lime & vinaigrette

Ahi Tuna Noodles

lemon, green apple, avocado, fried Capers, italian chilis, basil

Grilled Romaine

boquerón’s, parmesan, croutons, lemon caper vinaigrette

T H I R D

Roasted Butternut Squash

sunflower, malabar spinach, caramelized cauliflower, burnt bay rum honey, black urfa crumble

Ballotine Of Poulet Rouge

charred carrots, farrloto, crispy skin gremolata, lime jus

Swordfish

chorizo crumbs, potato, warm white gazpacho, tomato lemon agro dolce

Heart Of Ribeye

potato pave, taleggio mornay, broccolini, italian chilis, sauce robert

Fricassee Of Rock Lobster

boursin gnocchi, edamame, bacon, turnips, herbs, cognac, uni butter

F O U R T H

Trio Of Chocolate

chocolate mousse, white chocolate ganache, spiced chocolate gelato, macerated berries, waffle tuile

Ballotine Of Poulet Rouge

lemon basil angel cake, 50-year balsamic syrup, strawberry macaroons

Warm Monkey Bread Pudding

cajeta ice cream, bourbon caramelized pineapple, macadamia crumble

PRICES & AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

20% Automatic Gratuity on Parties Six or Greater

DINNER

S T A R T E R S

CHARRED OCTOPUS

curried hickpeas, sumac, black urfa chili, coconut
$21

AHI TUNA CRUDO

aji lemon, grapefruit, red onion, sweet potato, basil, olive oil
$26

STEAK TARTAR

persillade, cured egg yolk, calabrian aioli, black lime, cracklings
$25

CARIBBEAN LOBSTER CROQUETTE

herb salad, pommes paille, passionfruit turmeric mustard
$24

SEA URCHIN GNOCCHI

caribbean lobster, boursin gnocchi, edamame, fin herbs, lemon zest
$32

WOOD FIRED FOCACCIA BREAD

herb butter, sea salt
$9

OYSTERS, PRAWNS & CLAWS

mkt oysters, chilled shrimp, snow crab claws, cocktail sauce, jalapeno aioli, dill pickle mignonette
MKT

G R E E N S

GREEN PAPAYA & TEA LEAF SALAD

shredded cabbage & romaine, crunchy lentil mix, tomato, toasted garlic,
red onion, cilantro, tea leaf dressing
$23

CAESAR SALAD

romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons, wasabi caesar dressing
$21

GOLDEN BEET TERRINE

goat cheese, charred onion, basil, almond, burnt honey-lime dressing
$23

FRISEE & ENDIVES

smoked bacon, pickled onions, gruyere, brioche, poached egg, dill buttermilk dressing
$24

E N T R E E S

CARIBBEAN LOBSTER SCHNITZEL

apple & fennel slaw, red potato salad, lobster-cognac butter
$65

HALF ROASTED CHICKEN

sofrito, conch peas, cracked olive vinaigrette, navel orange
$39

FRESH MARKET FISH

christophine, peppers, taro, avocado chili crunch, citrus sauce bercy
$48

BUTCHER'S CUT

charred brussels sprouts, cauliflower puree, bay rhum bordelaise, pepita chimichurri
MKT

CHARRED CAULIFLOWER

preserved lemon, almond, poached egg, petit greens, romesco sauce
$34

TAGINE FOR TWO

CARIBBEAN SEAFOOD STEW

lobster, shrimp, mussels, crab, fresh catch, coconut, cilantro, charred corn & lemongrass velouté, sweet potato, grilled bread
$125

MOROCCAN BRAISED OXTAIL

root vegetable, sweet plantain & pepper agrodolce, yellow rice
$89

PRICES & AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

20% Automatic Gratuity on Parties Six or Greater

THE SANDPIT

B I T E S

LOBSTER GUACAMOLE

mango salsa, corn chips, cilantro
$26

CAULIFLOWER HUMMUS

roasted tomato, farm vegetables, goat cheese, olive tapenade
$23

GREEN CHILI & STREET CORN QUESO

crumbled Spanish chorizo & tortilla chips
$22

BLACKENED PEEL AND EAT SHRIMP

cocktail sauce, mustard aioli, lemon
$24

DAILY FRESH CATCH OYSTERS

dill pickle mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon
$36

AHI TUNA POKE

pistachio, orange, furikake, pickled fresno chilis, coconut foam
Served Raw
$27

B O W L S

SALMON NICOISE BOWL

seared rare, poached egg, brocolini, roasted red peppers, potato, kalamata olives, sundried tomatoes, fried garlic & buttermilk vinaigrette, mixed greens, fennel pollen
$32

DRAGON FRUIT BOWL

dragon fruit Greek yogurt, passion fruit syrup, fresh berries, tropical fruit, granola, almond butter, toasted coconut, shaved almonds
$26

TACO BOWL

pico de gallo, chipotle crema, guacamole, tortillas, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, queso fresco

CHOPPED CAESAR SALAD BOWL

romaine lettuce, croutons, green chili casear, parmesan

TACO BOWL

pico de gallo, chipotle crema, guacamole, tortillas, cilantro-lime rice, black beans, queso fresco

Herb & Garlic Caribbean Lobster Mkt

Smoked Peruvian Tempeh 24

Chimi Churri Skirt Steak 32

Blackened Red Snapper 28

Pineapple Jerk Chicken 27

CHOPPED CAESAR SALAD BOWL

romaine lettuce, croutons, green chili casear, parmesan

Herb & Garlic Caribbean Lobster Mkt

Smoked Peruvian Tempeh 24

Chimi Churri Skirt Steak -32

Blackened Red Snapper 28

Pineapple Jerk Chicken 27

B R E A D S

CAPRESE FLATBREAD

san marzano tomato, buffalo mozzarella, basil, olio verde
$26

WILD MUSHROOM FLATBREAD

broccolini, goat cheese, hemp seed pesto, black truffle
$26

PEPPERONI FLATBREAD

asiago, mozzarella, parmesan, provolone, San Marzano tomato sauce, hot honey
$26

PRICES & AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

20% Automatic Gratuity on Parties Six or Greater

LUNCH

S E A

BLACKENED SHRIMP & CRAB CHOWDER

green onion, grilled bread
$21

AHI TUNA NOODLES

lemon, green apple, avocado, fried capers, Italian chilis, basil
served raw
$26

JERK SNAPPER SANDWICH

remoulade, heirloom tomato, butter lettuce, pickled onion, brioche roll
$28

PRAWNS & CLAWS

chilled shrimp, snow crab claws, cocktail sauce, jalapeno aioli
$46

ADD CARIBBEAN LOBSTER SALAD: $24

ADD CAVIAR: $125

S H E L L

CARIBBEAN LOBSTER ROLL

caribbean lobster salad, curry, aioli, brioche bun, apple, mint.
MKT

Lobster Guacamole

mango salsa, corn chips, cilantro
$26

DAILY FRESH CATCH OYSTERS

dill pickle mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon
$36

F A R M

ADD CHICKEN, SHRIMP OR SNAPPER: $12

GREEN PAPAYA & TEA LEAF SALAD

shredded cabbage & romaine, crunchy lentil mix, tomato, toasted garlic, red onion, cilantro, tea leaf dressing
$23

CAESAR SALAD

romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan, croutons, wasabi caesar dressing
$21

GOLDEN BEET TERRINE

goat cheese, charred onion, basil, almond, burnt honey-lime dressing
$23

FRISEE & ENDIVES

smoked bacon, pickled onions, gruyere, brioche, poached egg, dill buttermilk dressing
$24

L A N D

STEAK TARTAR

perisalade, cured egg yolk, calabrian aioli, black lime, cracklings
$25

ANGUS BURGER

bacon marmalade, pimento cheese, mustard aioli, butter lettuce, cristal bun
$26

IMPOSSIBLE BURGER

bacon marmalade, pimento cheese, mustard aioli, butter lettuce, cristal bun
$25

CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH

hot honey, butter lettuce, pickled vegetable relish, brioche bun
$24

PRICES & AVAILABILITY SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

20% Automatic Gratuity on Parties Six or Greater

The Sandpit

Saturday-Thursday, 10 am – 9 pm

Lovango’s fast-casual experience with wood-fired flatbreads, gourmet bowls and signature cocktails in a casual yet chic seaside setting.

Sand & Stars Beach Party

Friday 5 pm – 9 pm 

With the stars overhead and the sand beneath your feet, enjoy local live music, dancing, signature cocktails and a delicious Caribbean-style buffet.

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Sunset Waterfront Dinner

Monday – Thursday, 5pm – 8pm

Enjoy cocktails before dinner followed by a one-of-a-kind sunset dinner by the water. 

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