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The Hive - BBQ & Jerk

Restaurant β€’ Bar β€’ Bar and grill β€’ Barbecue restaurant β€’ Live music venue β€’ Live music bar

πŸ‘πŸ‘ Excellent service. Burnt ends were amazing. Great sauces. Tot app was really good. Jerk chicken was out of this world. Mac and cheese with shrimp was super. Fish and chips excellent. Will definitely return. People often mention great, service, Great, Hive, atmosphere, time, brisket, ends, delicious, cheese,


Address

Canal Point Dr, KY1-1201, Cayman Islands

Website

www.thehive.ky

Contact

+1 345-926-5488

Rating on Google Maps

4.60
(314103 reviews)

Visitor Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (18) service (15) Great (11) Hive (11) atmosphere (11) time (10) brisket (9) ends (9) delicious (8) cheese (8)
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  • 5/5 Emmaline A. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 116 reviews
    Really impressed with the BBQ here. The brisket was absolutely delicious and the mac and cheese was the best I’ve ever had. It has a very friendly relaxed vibe and we will definitely be back on an evening when they have live music!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 J 8 months ago on Google β€’ 42 reviews
    Excellent service. Burnt ends were amazing. Great sauces. Tot app was really good. Jerk chicken was out of this world. Mac and cheese with shrimp was super. Fish and chips excellent. Will definitely return.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Shawn N. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 37 reviews
    I had the chopped brisket sandwich and it was delicious. we also had a side of the brussels sprouts. I would definitely recommend this as one of the better value restaurants in Grand Cayman.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Chuck B. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 19 reviews
    Second time back to The Hive for a Friday lunch. Yep, they are now open for lunch Tuesday through Sunday and the food, atmosphere and service are as expected, top notch. It's hot, but the fans and shade are a nice respite from the evil midday sun. The beer is cold, the cauliflower bites are tasty, and my favorite fish & chips didn't disappoint. I spied a nice offset smoker, so I wonder what delicious alchemy is to come...
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Courtney P. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 13 reviews
    Absolutely delicious. Got the jerk chicken and fried snapper escovitch and can’t wait to get it again! The staff were so friendly and helpful. 10/10
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Chris B. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, atmosphere and service. Prices were also very reasonable for the quality of food. Be sure to check out the happy hour everyday 4-7pm!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Niamh O' H. 5 months ago on Google β€’ 356 reviews
    Fab burnt ends, could have eaten loads and slightly breaded veg

  • 5/5 Ben S. 5 months ago on Google β€’ 117 reviews
    Incredible smoked wings and wonderful service. Make sure you try it!

  • 5/5 Tim P. 9 months ago on Google β€’ 98 reviews
    After walking past this a previous night from a different locale and being impressed with the scene and smells, we are so glad we decided to return and enjoy this smashing spot. What delicious food, great drinks (esp at happy hour 5-7 everyday) and a fun vibe. It was rather quiet on the Sunday we went for dinner, but apparently they have live music and nice TV's playing the days sports. The Buffalo cauliflower app was great, my grilled cheese with brisket was great. My wife's wrap was great. The kids meals were great. I think you get the idea. And service with conversation and attentiveness is always appreciated. Go!

  • 5/5 Marie P. 7 months ago on Google β€’ 91 reviews
    Great service. Atmosphere is variable depending on what you’re looking for and the time of your visit. DJ sets later in the evening at weekends.

  • 5/5 Vinko J. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 69 reviews
    This place was exactly what I needed after that long week filled with countless meetings and zero time for any fun activities. Beer list met the expectations, and those burnt ends finished the job. And the burger. Aaand that great service. Very good indeed.

  • 5/5 Benjamin C. 7 months ago on Google β€’ 42 reviews
    Great casual spot! We had the jerk chicken and it was amazing! Our server was awesome too. I highly recommend this place if you want something casual and really good.

  • 5/5 John Y. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 29 reviews New
    Great place to go and chill. Food was excellent. Had Jerk pork and chicken which was a plate to share for sure. Great drinks and service.

  • 3/5 Aimee M. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 24 reviews New
    Appetizers and sides were delicious, our meat was dry and unedable. The manager/owner was really good at making things right. We still left full on the delicious cheesy cauliflower and appetizers. Also asked the waiter what a coconut daiquiri was and was told it was a blended frozen drink and got brought something over ice.

  • 4/5 T. G. M. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 21 reviews
    Had jerk chicken and pork, caesar wrap. All elements in the dishes were well done, tasty. Very fun atmosphere – on a breezy day, a welcome respite from the heat.

  • 5/5 Mary Jo Z. 7 months ago on Google β€’ 16 reviews
    Great BBQ can't beat the atmosphere

  • 5/5 Diane E. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 12 reviews
    Some of the best food we had on the island! We had to go back a second time because it was TOO good! The grilled cheese was out of this world, and I consider myself a grilled cheese connoisseur. 😏 The mac and cheese with brisket and burnt ends were great too! Some of the best BBQ I've ever had, maybe the best. And I've had it from all over. On top of that the atmosphere was super cool, service from Darren was excellent, and cocktails were perfect. I just wish the Hive was local to me. That BBQ and grilled cheese will live in my dreams til next time. πŸ€™πŸ»

  • 5/5 Philip H. 6 months ago on Google β€’ 12 reviews
    Very cool dining experience. Great service and very good food. Nice atmosphere, you are able to get out of the heat but feel you are outside.

  • 5/5 Riley G. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 4 reviews
    The staff at The Hive is a prime example of teamwork. It’s always a pleasant and welcoming experience when I swing by this place. Safe to say I’ve never had an unmeaningful conversation with Royce, a true master of his craft. It’s incredible to see this guy in the zone when The Hive is buzzin’. The atmosphere is great when it’s slow or busy. Even when it’s super busy, someone is sure to greet you with a genuine amount of respect! Darren and Stephen are always watching the floor, making sure you’re having a good experience while Cuff is sure to tell you a funny story, if he wants to :) Big shout to Heather for reserving me a spot at the bar while i called in a hot dog on the fly the other night….. that hot dog is legit… try the hot dog people! Sake is always making sure those food trucks and smokehouse are pumpin’ out GoodGood Food. That late night 2am menu is a lifesaver. Bless.

  • 5/5 Jane R. 1 year ago on Google
    You just have to go and have the feel of the ambiance, food, music, service... It was about time!!! I love everything about it. The menu is amazing, there are so many options, teven vegan. The area is fantastic! Perfect playlist! Great crowd! Excelent service! People are kind and genuine which makes a huge difference! Of course...it's a new place, but they might be doing something very right: treating their staff w respect, paying them decently, and they might still love what they do. You don't see that very often in Cayman. Keep it The Hive!!!! This is a great start!!!! A must go in Cayman.

  • 3/5 Jason K. 2 years ago on Google
    Had takeout last night and the atmosphere is great for sports lovers. Lots of screens to watch any sport on at once. But the BBQ as an American, needs some work. There was no smell of BBQ being cooked over wood or charcoal. The Texas Brisket was dry and could use some seasoning. The same goes for the ribs. My wife finished cooking the brussel sprouts because they weren’t crispy. It was a decent try at trying to imitate American BBQ.

  • 5/5 Alison A. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is amazing! Great venue. Inside is cool with its 3 huge fans and mosquito screens. Try the Jerk Chicken Nachos. Service was fantastic. Our server Darren was wonderful. Hands down the BEST bbq on island!

  • 5/5 Dayne B. 2 years ago on Google
    There is a new BBQ joint in Cayman called The Hive. Trust me if you want great Texas BBQ, you need to stop in with the family. The Hive is geared toward the family, so you can come with your entire gang, and enjoy great Texas BBQ, and an ice cold libation to quench your thirst. Hope to see you there!

  • 5/5 Chris H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great new food hall style venue in Cayman. Offering three different kitchens, 2-4-1 happy hour drinks, a lively and welcoming atmosphere and attentive service. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Cally D. 2 years ago on Google
    We had such a great NYE at the Hive! The food, service and general vibe were all so great. So handy being able to order from three quite different restaurants. We’ll definitely be back, many times over!

  • 5/5 Jeffrey J. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic every time we go there. The brisket has been perfected since they opened and the staff are great at accommodating families during the earlier dinner hours (which is very much appreciated). Great new spot for the Island.

  • 4/5 D M. 1 year ago on Google
    Fun, lively vibe. Brisket and disco tots and sticky toffee cake were great. Sides were weird β€” cornbread too sweet and pinto beans too sweet and too spicy

  • 1/5 MyTowerofpower 1 year ago on Google
    I was pretty upset. I ordered pork belly burnt ends. I was given 4 tiny little pieces. They were not bad. Coleslaw-It didn’t have much flavor other than mayonnaise. No proper, vinegar, just bland. South African hectic Boerie roll- I saw on the menu that it came with ketchup & mustard. Thought I’d try it. Mustard and ketchup wasn’t doing it for me. The sausage was bland. Brisket- 1lb was $57!!!! This brisket was over cooked! I can tell the internal temperature was around 225 plus. That means the brisket falls apart and does not pull apart. At this point it was pot roast. The meat was grey, no smoke flavor and I can tell that you tried saving this meat because it was cooking too fast and you tried to save it. How I can tell was, seemed steamed in tin foil or butcher paper for a long time not on its normal/room temp. Why was there were many parts/chunks of seasonings that were missing. That happens when you steam brisket. I didn’t even finish it. I know yo will reply (we smoke our brisket 16 hours etc , we sold today etc) if you don’t want to listen, simply, don’t. I walked out with $158 dollar bill. Didn’t feel satisfied at all. Felt like what did I just eat.

  • 5/5 R M. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food and with a wide selection bound to please everyone in your party from meat lovers to vegetarians. Casual dining with a great atmosphere. You’re always guaranteed to have friendly and upbeat service. The Hive is a fantastic addition to the Cayman dining and bar scene.

  • 5/5 Colleen S. 1 year ago on Google
    I hang out a lot at the Hive because it’s a no-fuss place. The staff are personable and friendly. We go a lot for the live music. My son loves the Mac & cheese and hot dog…mmmm

  • 5/5 Kelly S. 5 months ago on Google β€’ 2 reviews
    Absolutely loved the atmosphere and the workers. Had an amazing time the food was delicious, the drinks were fantastic, highly recommend. A must do!!!

  • 5/5 steven c. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 2 reviews New
    I stopped in on a rainy Friday afternoon around 3:30 pm. I'd had a craving for pork belly burnt ends all day. As I ran in from the rain, Alan open the door for me so that I could escape the rain. I was the only one there as they were setting up for the 5 pm happy hour crowd, which was great as all I needed was a bit of food and a drink before heading home. My first question was, "will the Tyson/Paul fight be on the TVs tonight?". I took a seat, and Alan who is the owner joined me as it was quiet. We got to talking about the food and I told him I was thinking about the beef burnt ends along with the pork belly burnt ends. I settled on the pork! Alan had the server bring me a sample of the beef burnt ends which was hot, tender, juicy and full of flavor. Then I had the pork! Delicious. Of course I added the Scotch Bonnet Pepper sauce as being Caymanian, I love my pepper! As we chatted about food, light politics, life in Cayman, our families, I felt I'd reconnected with an old friend. I was asked to try the Conch Fritters. Alan had the chef prepare one for me to try. To my surprise, it was LOADED with conch, not tons of batter as most places have. And best of all, pepper! Of course I added more to the aioli sauce. After a couple of beers, (local beer as well) I left after eating the beef, the pork, and an order of conch fritters in addition to the one I was asked to try. I highly recommend have a beer and some food at the Hive. As a local, I am all about flavor. And I wasn't disappointed. I do state this wasn't my first time there either as my kids enjoy the food also. I left with takeout as well!


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