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East Beach Club

Name: East Beach Club
Address: Marley's Place, Boscobel,st.mary,jamaica, St. Ann's Bay Jamaica, AW
Price range: Mid Range
Rating: 5

★★★★★5.0 out of 5 · 1 reviews

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East Beach Club is a $$ caribbean beachfront restaurant in Ocho Rios rated 5.0/5 by 1 TripAdvisor reviewers; walk-ins welcome.

About

East Beach Club is in Boscobel, on the north coast between Ocho Rios and Port Antonio. The address puts it near Marley's Place, so you're looking at beachfront or very close. One verified review with perfect scores across food, value, service, and atmosphere doesn't mean much on its own, but the mid-range pricing and the perfect marks suggest someone cooking well without trying to be fancy. The single review's perfect food and value scores indicate portions and execution both landed. Perfect atmosphere could mean beachside seating, decent views, or just that the place isn't trying too hard. With only one rating, it's too early to call this a sure thing, but the fundamentals check out. If you're staying nearby or passing through Boscobel, it's worth checking whether they're actually open — spots this small can be inconsistent. Expect casual service and beach proximity. Don't expect a menu that's been workshopped or a website that loads.

At a glance

Area: Ocho Rios
Vibe: beachfront
Price: ●●○○
Reservation required: –
Kid friendly: ✓
Cuisine: caribbean
Dietary options: —

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