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The Cuisine

Inspired by the flavors and traditions that have shaped the Caribbean for centuries, our menu pays tribute to the region's diverse cultural influences—from African and Indigenous roots to Indian, European, and Latin American contributions. Familiar recipes are thoughtfully reimagined while remaining deeply connected to the people, places, and stories that inspired them.

From beloved island classics to inventive interpretations of regional favorites, every plate reflects Croix's commitment to authentic hospitality, bold flavor, and the enduring spirit of the Caribbean.

Small Plates

  • Crispy Patés

    $14

    Seasoned Beef and Conch / Hand-Crimped Paté Dough / Mango-Scotch Bonnet Hot Sauce

  • Callaloo

    $12

    Traditional Callaloo with Fungi Ball / Pimento-Smoked Coconut Oil

  • Saltfish Mille-Feuille

    $14

    Saltfish / Johnny Cake Feuille / Charred Scallion / Lime Crème Fraîche

  • Conch Ceviche Arepa

    $13

    Lime-Cured Conch / Passion Fruit / Chive / Coconut Arepa

  • Wings

    $16

    House Jerk BBQ / Lime / Sea Salt

  • Crispy Calamari

    $18

    Curry Powder / Scotch Bonnet Aioli / Tamarind-Lime Dipping Sauce

  • Oysters

    $21

    Raw with Caribbean Mignonette or Chargrilled / With A Green Seasoning Compound Butter Finished with Parmesan Cheese

Croix Casabes

  • Goat Pepperpot

    $11

    Braised Goat / Cassareep Glaze / Pickled Scotch Bonnet / Crispy Shallots / Spicy Avocado

  • Caribbean Beef

    $11

    Callaloo Aioli / Black Garlic Purée / Crispy Sliced Yam

  • Jerk Chicken

    $11

    Grilled Jerk / Pickled Green Mango Ribbon / Charcoal Aioli / Chicken Skin Chicharrón

  • Herb Shrimp

    $11

    Grilled Herb Shrimp / Grilled Pineapple Salsa / Tamarind

  • Roasted Veg & Plantain

    $9

    Charred Seasonal Vegetables / Lacinato Kale / Smoked Crispy Beet Slices / Green Plantain / Spicy Avocado

Large Plates

  • Charred Plantain Agnolotti Pasta

    $24

    Charred Sweet Plantain / Smoked Ricotta-Filled Handmade Agnolotti Pasta / Creamy Jerk Sauce

  • Croix Wagyu Burger

    $24

    Green Seasoning Aioli / Pepper Jelly / Pickled scotch bonnet peppers

  • Curried Goat Loin & Cassava Roti

    $26

    Sous Vide Goat Loin / Madras Curry / Callaloo Reduction / Cassava Roti

  • Sea Bass with Escovitch

    $38

    Grilled Sea Bass / Green Seasoning / Escovitch Pickled Vegetables / Sorrel Sauce

  • Calabaza Pizza

    $19

    Roasted Calabaza / Pepper Jelly / Red Onion / Aged Cheese / Micro Herbs

  • Lamb Ribs

    $34

    Caribbean Marinade / Warm Spice Dry Rub

  • 14 Oz Ribeye

    $58

    Island Spice Rub / Blistered Cabbage / Compound Butter

For the Table

  • Coconut Bread

    $9

    Warm Coconut Bread Loaf / Compound Butter

  • Herb Salad with Charred Okra

    $14

    Mixed Herbs / Charred Okra / Sugar Cake Croutons / Bright Cream Dressing

  • Seasoned Rice & Pigeon Peas

    $9

    Coconut Rice / Pigeon Peas / Thyme / Scotch Bonnet

  • Island Spiced Fries

    $10

    Crispy Fries / Allspice-Curry Dry Rub / Lime / Pepper Jelly

  • Macaroni Pie

    $12

    Baked Macaroni and Cheese / Onions / Thyme / Scotch Bonnet / Green Seasoning

  • Mixed Vegetables

    $12

    Rotating Selection / Pan-Charred / Pimento-Smoked Coconut Oil / Scotch Bonnet-Tamarind Glaze

Dessert

  • Sorrel Granita

    $8

    Hibiscus-Ginger Ice / Lime / Mint

  • Rum-Soaked Black Cake

    $12

    Dark Fruit Cake / Aged Rum / Sorrel Whipped Cream

  • Coconut Cake

    $12

    Dense Coconut Cake / Toasted Coconut Crust / Rum Caramel / Passion Fruit Gel