OCTO Caribbean Grill

September 2, 2025

We had an amazing dinner experience! The drinks, food, and service were spectacular. Particularly the smoked pineapple cocktail, grilled tuna, and tuna ceviche. Cecilio “Chino” was a very welcoming and lively host who had us smiling before we even sat down. Prices were very reasonable, and the cozy backyard garden atmosphere was lovely. It is cash only. If/when we find ourselves back in Bocas, we’ll definitely be back here.

July 8, 2025

Absolutely incredible experience! I had the grilled octopus and it was hands down the best I’ve ever had in my life — perfectly tender, full of flavor, and beautifully grilled to perfection. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, friendly service, and clear attention to quality in every detail. You can really taste the freshness of the seafood, and the whole experience felt special from start to finish. If you’re a seafood lover, this place is a must!!!

May 9, 2025

Honestly, they need more places like this in Bocas! The service was amazing by Chino, he was so friendly and had great recommendations. I had the tuna sandwich which was very good! My friends had the octopus and that was to die for! The vibe here is very nice and the service was quick as well. Highly recommend!

July 20, 2025

The service was great. Good music, great waiter and food tasted great. It’s a limited menu, but everything we had was great.

February 9, 2024

This was our second restaurant by local Chef Joseph Archibald. We knew to expect great food, this was a wonderful dining experience. Beautiful restaurant tucked into a quiet street not far from main street or our hotel. I was a little late after a nap from being in the sun all day and may have missed a course or two, but left so fulfilled and not a single thing was missing. The open air patio was perfect for us, the courtyard was lined with plants and herbs, a coconut was harvested on the spot for its water. Again, the focus on well executed dishes highlighting local ingredients, done tastefully and simple. The mission of the Chef, create quality food and an experience for guests at the highest level each and every time. They did just that. The seared tuna on the mix plate, was UNREAL. Octopus was delightful and the jerk chicken was 🔥. They had a similar mocktail with hibiscus, local honey and ginger that rocked. Take your time and savor the food of wherever it is you choose. The amount of complexity in a single bite and how it builds helps remind you of that. Avoid the main road, and find Octo for yourself.