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Soldier Camp Bar & Grill

Name: Soldier Camp Bar & Grill
Address: 1876 83 Red Hassell Road, Port Antonio Jamaica, AW
Price range: Mid Range
Rating: 4.6

★★★★½4.6 out of 5 · 186 reviews

casual

caribbean

international

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Soldier Camp Bar & Grill is a $$ caribbean & international casual restaurant in Port Antonio rated 4.6/5 by 186 TripAdvisor reviewers; walk-ins welcome.

About

Soldier Camp sits inland from Port Antonio proper, on the road that cuts toward the Blue Mountains. It's the kind of place locals point you to when you ask where they actually eat — casual setup, Caribbean and international plates, and a 4.7 food rating that holds up across nearly 200 reviews. The grill turns out jerk and curry alongside burgers and pasta, so groups with mixed appetites don't argue. Pricing sits squarely mid-range, and the value score matches the food score, which means portions show up honest and the bill doesn't sting. Service runs smooth enough to earn the same 4.7, and the vibe stays relaxed — families fit in fine. It's not on the tourist strip, so you'll need a car or taxi, but that's also why it works. If you're staying in Port Antonio and want a night off from hotel dining without making it precious, this is the move.

At a glance

Area: Port Antonio
Vibe: casual
Price: ●●○○
Reservation required: –
Kid friendly: ✓
Cuisine: caribbean
international
Dietary options: —

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