Aunt Merl Fish and Lobster Restaurant is a long-standing seafood spot on Hellshire Beach in Portmore.

It’s renowned for freshly caught fish and lobster cooked over open fires and served in a relaxed, beachfront setting that embodies authentic Jamaican coastal dining.

The restaurant has become a cultural fixture for locals and visitors seeking traditional flavours and sea views.

Set along the Caribbean shoreline, Aunt Merl’s pairs casual, open-air seating with vivid colours and the sounds of waves and dancehall music.

Its wooden tables rest directly on the sand, creating an informal yet lively atmosphere.

The menu centres on freshly prepared seafood — snapper, lobster, shrimp and conch —seasoned with island spices and cooked to order. Popular accompaniments include bammy, festival, and fried plantains.

Signature dishes such as escovitch fish and grilled lobster highlight the restaurant’s use of cane vinegar, Scotch bonnet peppers, and pimento for authentic Jamaican flavour.