Guernsey Going Out

Food and Drink

Guernsey is famous for its food and the island has a wide variety of restaurants ranging from traditional French and English cuisine to Italian, Indian and Chinese. There are two self-service restaurants in St Peter Port. A wide variety of alcoholic beverages are available and spirits, beers and wines are relatively cheap compared to the mainland.

Things to know:
Table service is normal in restaurants, with counter service in bars. Eating out is also excellent value for money as there is no VAT. Pubs in Guernsey are now able to stay open until 0045 seven nights a week.

Local specialities:
• Shellfish, with freshly caught lobsters, crabs and scallops forming the basis of many dishes.
Guernsey gâche - pronounced ‘gosh’ (a fruit loaf usually served with local butter).

Tipping: 10 to 12% is normal, except where a service charge is included.

Nightlife

Clubs are located in St Peter Port, whilst live music and cabarets are organised by some hotels during the summer season. The Beau Sejour Leisure Centre at St Peter Port contains a cinema, theatre, bars and cafe.

Shopping

There is no VAT but a Guernsey Bailiwick tax is imposed on certain goods such as spirits, wines, beers and tobacco. Prices of luxury goods are cheaper than in the UK, although the overall cost of foodstuffs is higher. Special purchases include Guernsey’s local pottery, knitted sweaters, crafts, gold and silver jewellery and candles.

Shopping hours: Mon-Sat 0900-1730 (there may be limited Sunday opening).
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