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Monday, June 21, 2010

IN PORT DINING – (St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands) STT

When we are cruising into the various ports around the world we love to try the local foods. But, when we are on St. Thomas in the beautiful United States Virgin Islands, where Yvonne was born and spent her formative years, we don’t need to “TRY” the local foods. We know what they’re all about. We always stop at the Petite Pump Room. Here we know the quality of the food and the service. It is always top shelf.

The Petite Pump Room

Proprietors Michael and Judy Watson take great pride in presenting only the very best local cuisine. Their regular clientele insists on the best and that’s exactly what they get.

Conveniently located at water’s edge in the Wilmoth Blyden Building on Veterans Drive on Charlotte Amalie's Waterfront near the seaplane base as well as ferries to St. Croix and the British Virgin Islands, The Petite Pump Room bar and restaurant has spectacular views of the beautiful Charlotte Amalie Harbor, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands and Hassel Island.

Whether you’re visiting St. Thomas as a vacation destination, port of call or in transit to another place, The Petite Pump Room is a great place to stop for a fast drink or a quick bite prior to your inter-island departure or for an enjoyable breakfast or lunch. The Pump Room is preferred by islanders and visitors alike for its authentic local food and great friendly service.

It all started in 1970 when Anna and Douglas Watson started what has since become a family tradition with the acquisition of the Petite Pump Room formerly located in Palm Passage in the historic downtown of Charlotte Amalie. During that time and still today, the Pump Room is a favorite meeting spot for locals, dignitaries, and the “who’s who” of the Virgin Islands. The tradition has been carried on by Anna and Douglas’ son Michael, with his wife Judy and their son, Michael, Jr.

Specializing in Local and Continental cuisine, The Pump Room serves breakfast and lunch Monday-Saturday. Fresh fish caught by local fishermen, conch sautéed in lemon butter sauce, and homemade mango and soursop ice cream pie are just some of the favorites. A variety of salads and sandwiches such as Blackened Mahi-Mahi Caesar and the Pump’s Triple Decker Club are also available. Our favorites are boiled ole wife (Triggerfish), conch fritters and conch chowder.

You can dine on the open air terrace and indulge in some of their great tropical drinks such as the famous Pump’s Rum Punch, Pain Killer, the Voodoo, Mike’s Bloody Mary, Passion Fruit, or Fruit Punch. My favorite is a Planter’s punch which I first had back in the 70’s when the the Pump Room was in Palm Passage.

The Pump Room also features take away beverages and meals service and small to large take-out orders for individuals on the run and businesses that offer incentive luncheons.

If one has need for a catered meal, the Petite Pump Room offers a variety of catering options and is available for private parties and special events whether at the restaurant or at a private venue.

At the Pump Room, the warm atmosphere, tropical breeze and panoramic views provide the perfect setting for that special event.

Give it a “TRY!”, Tell 'em Brad and Yvone sent you.



Visit their website at http://petitepumproom.com/