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It is all about where you go and what you expect. We voluntarily went to one of the more expensive places on the island more than once (Blue Lotus) because it was just plain outstanding. But inbetween, we ofen enjoyed the roadside stands and local tacos, burritos and chicken rice and beans.

The best meal of the trip though was the invite to our friends Tim and Tina's house where they served us fresh shrimp that was just plain amazing.

So for the cheapest meal, befriend some locals and get invited over to dinner.

Thanks DeadSerious

I was hoping someone would mention us!! As for being the most expensive, last night I was told by a couple that we we're the cheapest meal out they have eaten. I guess it depends on where you compare us to!! Comparing us to street vendors is definately comparing apples and oranges!!

I have dined at Blue Lotus several times. Average tab including drinks about $50US per person. I consider that reasonable.

In my many visits to SP, I can't think of one meal where I paid more than in my visits to Blue Lotus, so I think it is fair to classify it as "one of the more expensive places"... but I don't want that to discourage people from giving you a try.

Indian food in general is more expensive everywhere and your prices are still in line with Indian places here in the US. In addition, your food is as good as or better than the top Indian restaurants I've visited.

IMHO, the most expensive dinner on the island was at Casa Picaso and tiny servings. Blue Water Grill, Sunset Grill, Caramba's, Jambal Jerk all fall in the same price range as Blue Lotus. I dont travel on the cheap side, I usually spend an average of $200US per day not including hotel. So, Blue Lotus ranks tops in my book.

The OP is looking for lower cost meals for a group including kids. Many families are on a much tighter budget.

Agreed, I was responding to Deadserious comment regarding Blue Lotus being the most expensive place.

Again, I did not claim Blue Lotus was the most expensive place on the island. "One of the more" does not equal "the most".



I completely disagree there. I've eaten at all of the above and can easily get away with 15 to 30 USD at each of them except Blue Lotus. Blue Lotus is around $45 USD at a minimum and if you eat Indian food like I do, you'll spend around $90 USD per person. Those prices do not include drinks.

If it's still there, there was a small walk-up, take-out place across from Royal Palms. We had the stewed chicken, rice and beans, and potato salad on the cheap (can't remember exactly what we paid. Food was great and wound up with leftovers for a snack later. We also like Antojitos.
Brenda C from Tennessee

good choices!