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Driftwood David's

Lumber Yard complex, Cruz Bay 00381, St. John
340-777-4015
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Ranked #3 of 35 restaurants in Cruz Bay
Price range: RM24 - RM79
Cuisines: American
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Scottsdale, Arizona
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Late April 2013 we dined at Driftwood David's and had some of the best ribs EVER. Not smokey, just luscious, falling from the bone, finger licking good, full of sweet and spicey flavor. David is from the Carolina's and cooks the ribs that come from abroad to get the best meat available. It's a laid back place within an easy... More

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Lewes, Delaware
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6 restaurant reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

Had the ribs they were delicious! My niece had the chicken which she really enjoyed! The owner came to our table to ask if we were happy with our meal, he was very nice. I would definetly go back.

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Laconia, New Hampshire
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27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013 via mobile

Not a lot of atmosphere but has a great view of the bay at sunset. Bar crowd may be loud but food is good. The ribs are terrific and a grilled mahi special was great also. Good service and very friendly. David is behind the grill and comes out to check on his customers.

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See 7 more reviews by jocdocnh for Cruz Bay
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

First, what it isn't: Driftwood David's is not a trendy, high traffic restaurant/bar where you go when you want to be seen. What it is: A modest place with a simple menu of good food. The ribs were excellent, and reasonably priced. The owner was there to greet us, and prepared the meals himself. The two waitresses there were very... More

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cherry hill
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

Tossed salad cost $14 nothing special. Mahi with 2 shrimp was very well prepared and good. I thought the ribs were tasty and loved the sauce but not enough to eat. The wine list is very limited but inexpensive and good. The owner makes you feel welcome. This is a nice place but I would not rate it as high.

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See 11 more reviews by kod for Cruz Bay
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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8 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

We were originally concerned because there weren't many people in the place. That's never a good sign. We came to learn that we were a little early for their dinner rush. The waiter was friendly, helpful and prompt (but never hovered). We sampled most of the appetizers (there were 8 of us) and they were all very good. The shrimp... More

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See 5 more reviews by PittysParty for Cruz Bay
New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

Had a good dinner - service was fast. We have 2 kids (4 and 6 yrs old) and it was fine for them - they had hotdogs.

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Indianapolis
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013 via mobile

Again glad I read the trip reviews to find David's! Great view of the bay. Nice small area for dining. Food was fantastic. I had some local fish called corvina. It was very good. Very lightly coated with breasig and pan seared. My daughter had the ribs and they just fell off the bone. They were wonderful and my husband... More

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See 2 more reviews by mbsteal2002 for Cruz Bay
CT
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

There's a new kid on the block for Ribs. Watch out Uncle Joe and Candi. Had the pleasure of eating at Driftwood Davids. 6 people and every meal was awesome. The ribs where so tender and fall off the bone. Great meal will definitely be back.

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See 2 more reviews by CtLifeisGood for Cruz Bay
columbia, sc
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

i wound up wandering into driftwood david's unexpectedly, but not entirely by accident. (i'll save you the details, but just know that whatever reason leads you there, your time and money certainly won't be wasted.) i strolled in to the restaurant just in time for the last part of happy hour, probably looking very lost. i was welcomed in by... More

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