Pier 1 undoubtedly offers one of the best views of Montego Bay from several angles - the sun setting on the harbor, the jagged outline of Jamaica’s north coast and the lit up cityscape in the background. Jutting out into the Caribbean Sea, the pier provides a home for the restaurant, bar and night club, giving patrons the feeling of almost being afloat. Besides its views, the restaurant’s location makes it easily accessible to local fishermen, who ensure a daily supply of fresh fish, clams, calamari and shellfish. In addition to delicious seafood prepared in a variety of Caribbean styles, Pier 1’s menu incorporates international favorites like hamburgers, chicken dishes, steaks and kid-friendly dishes like fish fingers. The sights and sounds from the pier; - fishermen’s boats motoring by, brown pelicans swooping down for their lunch, cruise ships sailing into the harbor and the gentle sound of the city at work, make it easy to simply sit and watch the day go by, drink in hand. Lazy days aside, two very special reasons to visit Pier 1 are the ‘Pier Pressure’ parties on Friday nights and the ‘Seafood Sundays’. Celebrate the beginning of the weekend at Pier 1, the place to be on a Friday night in Montego Bay from 10:00 pm onwards. The throng of faithful followers who fill the venue every week for ‘Pier Pressure’ is evidence of that. Pulsating reggae, thumping dancehall and energetic dance music sets the tone for a night of fun. Appleton Rum drink specials also help to fuel the vibes until partygoers say ‘when’, which is often at sunrise. Get there early because Pier 1 fills up quickly and admission is free for the ladies before midnight.   A relaxing and satisfying way to spend a Sunday evening is at Pier 1’s ‘Seafood Sundays’ from 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm. You are in control of the menu – simply choose your seafood and instruct the chef how you would like it prepared. Some winning suggestions from Pier 1’s chefs are the jerked conch with papaya; steamed, fried or roasted red snapper, curried shrimp and grilled lobster. Seafood is sold by the pound from their ‘seafood market’ and the choices are immense – red snapper, crabs, oysters, scallops, calamari, conch, shrimps and lobster for example. Some seafood is seasonal so you never know what delights the daily catch will include.  To go along with the main ingredient on your plate, choose from a wide selection of tasty accompaniments – bammies, rice and peas and festival are some of the staples. For a relaxing dining experience served against a picturesque backdrop or for a more energetic form of entertainment at night, make Pier 1 on the waterfront a priority on the list of places to visit while in Montego Bay. For more information, call 952-2452 or visit pieronejamaica.com. 

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