Little Corn Island

Tranquilo Cafe
Front side
001-505-8361 3758
$2-$8.50
11-9 daily (closed thursdays)
On the beach, conveniently situated between the two dive shops

American style bistro/cafe with quality food, and excellent, fast especially for Central Am., service. Appetizers include Bruschetta & "Catch of the Day" Ceviche. Entrees: Big and juicy cheeseburgers, fresh fish tacos, grilled chicken sandwiches, and quesadillas. Great veggie offerings as well. Nightly dinner specials that include home-made mac & cheese, wing night, fish & chips. Huge home-made chocolate chip and peanut butter cookies, brownies, & home-made rum cake. Ice Cream. Fresh brewed hot and iced Nicaraguan coffees, local fruit juice "frescos", smoothies, cocktails, and ice cold beer including Guinness!. The place to go before or after a dive. Famous for their twice weekly Bonfire Parties, "Pub Quiz", and DJ nights. Also features free WiFi, a gift shop that showcases local crafts, as well as t-shirts and traveler necessities

Casa Iguana Bar, Restaurant & Lounge
Little Corn Island
towards the southeast, head south from the port and follow the signs

Guests and visitors are welcome to dine and lounge in the spacious lodge. Traditional breakfast served with fresh fruit in a timely manner for $6. Lunch options include fish tacos, sandwiches, burgers, etc. Small snacks & free organic fair trade coffee are available to patrons at the self serve station all day long patrons can donate money to the children's reading room. Fresh fruit juices and cocktails, great view of the entire breezy side of the island. A 3 course meal every night prepared with local ingredients and fresh caught fish for about $15 US. A vegetarian option/dietary restriction options are always available. Full bar. Sample menus and details on website.

Cool Spot
mains C$75-135
south of the port

This popular place straddles the sidewalk, but it´s all about the beachside stand where you can pull up a barstool and get something cold to drink, or partake in their simple but tasty meals.

Habana Libre
mains from C$100
just north of the port

Open only randomly during a recent visit, this spot serves up delicious chicken and pork dishes. Some of the specialties require advance ordering. If you hang around long enough, you'll get an ear full from the owners about their anti-foreigner sentiments, which is ironic since the husband is from Cuba.

Farm Peace & Love
north side of island, just east of Ensueños

Paola is a lovely Italian woman, cooking up truly superb Italian fare out of her house. A 3 course dinner runs US$15/person, and ingredients are often grown fresh on her farm. Reservations are needed 24 hours in advance, either by dropping by or having Dive Little Corn or Casa Iguana contact her by radio.

Little Corn Beach & Bungalow
Cocal Beach, Breezy Side
01150583330956
from $30
open daily
Directly East from the dock

Little Corn Islands newest eco friendly resort has immaculate bungalows all with ensuite bathrooms with hot showers situated right on the beach. Turned Turtle Restaurant and Bar has great margaritas and Pina Coladas and serves bistro style food with an island flare at good prices with the most timely and friendly service on their side of the island. Breakfasts start at $3.50 and they offer a bottomless cup of brewed coffee bar, lunches start at $4.50, four course gourmet dinners start at $9 and require no reservations. Kayak and snorkeling rental available. Another plus, owners manage and live on site.