21 restaurants to participate in Guyana Restaurant Week from June 20 - 29

Promising Guyanese 10 days of fine dining and a culinary adventure like never before, the 18^th Season of Guyana Restaurant Week (GRW) was officially launched on Monday evening at Swingerz Lounge at Movietowne.

The highly anticipated culinary event, set to run from June 20-29, promises diners an exquisite dining experience at affordable prices.

“For us this is not just a food event, it’s a tourism event, it’s about strengthening our destination appeal, supporting the growth of the hospitality sector and encouraging more people to explore Guyana through new and meaningful experiences,” said Amanda Mangra, Deputy Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority.

This season features 21 participating restaurants, offering specially curated prix fixe menus with prices ranging from $3000 to $8000. This season also includes restaurants from Regions 3 and 7.

Ms. Mangra said the expansion highlights GRW’s goal to make culinary experiences accessible across all corners of the country.

Bistro Café & Bar (Middle Street), Dada’s Grill, Jaxx International, PF Chang’s Guyana, Sucre Restaurant – Herdmanston Lodge, Swingerz Sky Golf, Terra Mare Restaurant – Guyana Marriott Hotel, and Yugo Japanese Fusion Restaurant are among some of the participating restaurants.

Smaller establishments, such as D Café, Bloom Café and Bia Bia Tex Mex, were welcomed as new additions to this season’s participants, highlighting Guyana’s growing culinary scene and giving diners an opportunity to discover hidden gems.

“All of the participants each year, it’s always a joy to see the new faces and the new persons who have said ‘I want to join GRW’ and for that we thank all of you from jumping on board,” said Omodelle George, President of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana.

Supporters such as the Guyana Tourism Authority and Republic Bank, under its “Swipe, Dine & Savour” initiative, are joined by sponsors Ansa McAl Trading Inc. and Guyana Beverages Inc., featuring Aperol Spritz and Viva Sparkling Water as official beverages. The event also highlights sustainable dining with select menus incorporating organic microgreens from Calyxgy, led by Sherilla Persaud.

Diners have an opportunity to win a grand prize of dinner for two at THAG’s 2025 Restaurant of the Year, through a social media competition, hosted across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. To be the winner, the diner must visit all participating restaurants. (Jade Bradford)