Soggy Dollar Tops Caribbean Beach Bars
Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost van Dyke has been named USA Today's Best Caribbean Beach Bar for the third consecutive year. Virgin Gorda’s Poor Man’s Bar also featured, rising to fourth place, with both wins praised by the BVI Tourist Board and celebrated on the bars’ Facebook pages.
Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost van Dyke has been named USA Today's Best Caribbean Beach Bar for the third year running, earning praise for its iconic setting and signature cocktail, the Painkiller. USA Today highlighted the drink — made with cream of coconut, pineapple, orange juice and freshly grated Grenadian nutmeg — and invited readers to “Enjoy sipping on one as you look out over the beautiful turquoise water and bask in the warmth of the Caribbean sun.” The outlet’s annual list is independently selected by its editors and readers.
In a Facebook post, Soggy Dollar thanked staff and supporters for helping secure the top spot again. “There’s only one way we win Best Beach Bar in the Caribbean year after year...undoubtedly de' best staff in the BVI Cheers to the Soggy Squad! Appreciate everyone who voted and shared the Soggy love!
The BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) congratulated the Jost van Dyke landmark on its Facebook page, writing: “Soggy Dollar Bar has claimed the coveted #1 spot…this Jost van Dyke icon serves up rum, turquoise views, and pure island bliss.” Local officials and tourism stakeholders say such recognition helps keep the territory visible to international visitors and reinforces the BVI’s reputation for laid‑back beach culture.
Also on the list was Poor Man’s Bar on Virgin Gorda, which moved up one spot to number four. USA Today described the bar as serving “stellar painkillers as well as frozen margaritas, piña coladas, and other drinks featuring plenty of fresh tropical fruit,” and noted its location near The Baths, the famed collection of granite boulders, beaches and hidden rock pools.
Poor Man’s Bar marked the achievement on Facebook: “We did it, family and friends! Moved up a spot to become the 4th Best Caribbean Beach Bar 2026. Big THANK YOU to everyone for your continued support and all your votes. We couldn’t have done it without you.” The post also sent congratulations to Soggy Dollar and noted the recognition helps keep “the BVI on top in the Caribbean.” BVITB added a shoutout to Poor Man’s: “Shoutout to Poor Man’s Bar on Virgin Gorda, which landed 4th place, bringing the party with killer cocktails right by The Baths!” For residents, these rankings are more than bragging rights: they can translate into increased visitor interest, bookings and job opportunities for hospitality staff.
Local businesses and government will likely use the positive publicity to promote responsible tourism while working to preserve the islands’ natural assets that make spots like Soggy Dollar and Poor Man’s Bar so beloved.
Primary source: VINO