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The Paddle House

Garifuna Inspired Seafood

At the core of The Lodge at Jaguar Reef lies a striking lobby that offers expansive views of the Caribbean Sea and our renowned restaurant, The Paddle House. With glass-door walls that open up, the lobby sets the stage for an array of cocktails, authentic Belizean breakfast, and a daily changing lunch and dinner special that reflects the season.

Wicker lanterns gently sway in the coastal breeze, adding a touch of charm to the dining experience that centers around seafood. The menu highlights diverse flavors, including coconut husk-smoked pork belly paired with ground provisions as a nod to the local Garifuna culture. Additionally, you’ll find favorites like Yucatán-style pork Pibil and freshly made corn tortillas.

The Lodge at Jaguar Reef’s lobby and restaurant offer a seamless blend of breathtaking views and satisfying cuisine, making for an inviting and enjoyable experience.

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Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Drinks

Wine

Restaurant Information

Opening Hours

7:00 am to 10:00 pm

Dining Times

– Breakfast 
7:00 am to 10:00 pm

– Lunch
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

– Dinner
5:30 pm
7:00 pm
8:30 pm

Reservations encouraged

Call +501-615-6208

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Breakfast

Longaniza Breakfast Burrito
US 9 | BZ 18

Eggs scrambled with locally sourced longaniza sausage on coconut refrried beans, topped with cheese and rolled in warm handmade flour tortilla,
served w a side of habanero-tomato sauce.

Continental Tray
US 10 | BZ 20

Toasted pepita granola, locally made yogurt, tropical fruit bowl, Jamaican
chicken patties served with choice of orange juice or coffee.

Chef's Omelette
US 10 | BZ 20

2-egg omelette filled with sauteed market vegetables and fresh
Mennonite cheese served with a toasted baguette.

Garifuna Chicken & Waffles
US 10 | BZ 20

Fire-wood roasted sweet potato mixed in cassava flour and a hint of vanilla,
served with Chef Rahim’s signature fried chicken and coconut candy syrup.

Belizean Breakfast
US 10 | BZ 20

Locally grown baby spinach, scrambled eggs, coconut oil refried beans, queso blanco, and habanero-onion curtido with a side of Belizean fried jacks.

The Village Breakfast
US 11 | BZ 22

Farm fresh eggs scrambled with onions and tomatoes, accompanied by
coconut refried beans, crispy bacon and Belizean fried jacks.

Pork Belly Stuffed Jacks
US 12 | BZ 24

Coconut husk smoked pork belly, farm vegetables, scrambled eggs, and Mennonite cheese
stuffed inside golden fried jacks with a side of pickled habanero curtido.

Vegan

Tofu and Guacamole Johnny cake
US 16 | BZ 32

Pan-fried bean curd, guacamole, spread on Johnny cake, arugula balsamic salad served with seasonal cuts of fruits.

Irish Potato and Chickpeas Hash
US 14 | BZ 28

Potatoes, chickpeas, and farm vegetables pan-seared in coconut oil and spiced with toasted cumin, served with handmade corn tortillas.

Coconut and Vanilla Cinnamon Toast (Vegetarian)
US 14 | BZ 28

Fresh baked slices of toast soaked in vanilla cinnamon coconut milk, charred on a griddle, topped with honey glazed tropical fruit salsa.

Vegan Breakfast
US 18 | BZ 36

Coconut refried beans, fried plantain, sauteed okra with tomatoes. Served with golden fry jacks.

Sweet Potato and Red Bean Burrito
US 16 | BZ 32

Roasted sweet potato sauteed with farm vegetables, red kidney beans, crispy romaine lettuce and guacamole wrapped in hand made flour tortilla.

All prices are inclusive of 12.5% GST and subject to 10% Resort Fee.

Lunch

Soup

Sea Prawn Coconut Soup
US 18 | BZ 36

Grilled prawns in shrimp broth with a coconut base topped with marinated leeks served with a side of crostini.

Caribbean Fusion Soup
US 15 | BZ 30

A fusion of sopa de lima and seafood consume with sliced green plantain, fresh fish cured with lime, garnished with crispy corn tortilla strips, shaved mozzarella cheese, jalapeños, and shallots.

SALAD

Fior di Latte Mozzarella Salad
US 15 | BZ 30

Fior di latte cheese shredded over colour lettuce, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, topped with toasted peanuts and drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette.

Cantaloupe and Parmesan Salad
US 13 | BZ 26

Slices of chilled cantaloupe with shaved parmesan, toasted pecans, and a mint yogurt dressing.

CORN MASA

Col Dip
US 10 | BZ 20

Smoked pigtail salpicon served in a traditional corn col garnished with ricotta cheese. Served with fried corn tortilla chips.

Mango Passion Fruit Tostadas
US 18 | BZ 36

Fried corn shells topped with guacamole, fish marinated in mango aguachile, pickled celery, and a passion fruit sauce.

Mezcal and Nopal Shrimp Tacos
US 23 | BZ 46

Seared shrimp on handmade corn tortillas garnished with pickled celery. Served with house made guacamole, mezcal and nopal sauce, and tomato chipotle sauce.

SANDWICH

Burger de Pez
US 20 | BZ 40

Breaded fried fish on a homemade sourdough bun with mango ginger cheese, caramelized onions, and lettuce. Hand-cut potato fries served on the side with a mint yogurt dressing.

The Jaguar Burger
US 18 | BZ 36

Grilled beef patty served on a homemade sourdough bun with melted cranberry cheese, rum caramelized bacon, and lettuce. Hand-cut potato fries served on the side with a basil plantain aioli.

ENTREE

Pollo Asado
US 24 | BZ 48

Citrus marinated chicken served with handmade flour tortilla, nopal sauce, mango Moscato sauce, chipotle infused beans and pickled heart of broccoli.

Carne Picada
US 21 | BZ 42

Steak served with marinated leeks, handmade corn tortilla, nopal sauce, beef consommé, and chipotle infused beans.

Smoked Beef Rib
US 24 | BZ 48

Large smoked beef rib served over potato puree with toasted crostini and a passion fruit red wine demi-glaze.

Fried Whole Fish
US 23 | BZ 46

Fried whole fish, lime zested rice, and spiced fried plantain, over a lemongrass coconut ginger gravy.

Creole Octopus Pasta
US 24 | BZ 48

Pasta with grilled octopus in creole sauce. Served with herb crostini and parmesan cheese.

Paddle House Fish and Chips
US 25 | BZ 50

Battered fish and hand-cut potato fries served with mint yogurt sauce and chipotle tomato sauce.

Reef Basket
US 24 | BZ 48

Fried fish, fried shrimp, and fried octopus served with mint yogurt sauce and chipotle tomato sauce.

vegan

Chick Pea Curry and Peanut Pasta
US 18 | BZ 36

Linguini pasta tossed in chickpea and peanut sauce served with toasted baguette.

Coconut and Ginger Tofu Stew
US 24 | BZ 48

Fresh ginger shaved over coconut milk, herbs and cuts of beans curd, served with white rice and fried plantain.

Sundried Tomato and Bean Soup
US 18 | BZ 36

Slow stewed red kidney beans, crushed sundried tomatoes, spiced and finished with garlic croutons.

Teriyaki Vegetable Rice Bowl
US 22 | BZ 44

Hand selected market vegetables stir fried in soy sauce, grated ginger and spices, served with coconut cilantro white rice.

Black Bean Empanadas
US 16 | BZ 32

Hand-pressed yellow corn tortilla stuffed with refried black beans served with pickled purple cabbage.

KIDS

Grilled Mennonite Cheese Sandwich
US 7 | BZ 14

Homemade white bread, sliced and spread with orange cheddar cheese then grilled. served with crispy potato fries. 

Chicken Quesadilla
US 8 | BZ 16

Handmade flour tortilla spread with refried beans, Mennonite cheese, and shredded chicken. Grilled and accompanied with fresh salsa and cream

Red Kidney and Cheese Nachos
US 5 | BZ 10

Crispy corn tortilla shells, refried beans, shaved cheese and fresh salsa.

Cheeseburger
US 10 | BZ 20

Grilled beef patties, melted cheese, slices of tomatoes, and lettuce on burger bun. Served with potato fries.

Pasta al Burro
US 6 | BZ 12

Linguini tossed in melted butter and shaved parmesan cheese.

Pasta Pomodoro
US 6 | BZ 12

Linguini tossed in tomato sauce and shaved parmesan cheese.

Chicken Fingers
US 7 | BZ 14

Golden fried chicken strips accompanied with potato fries.

All prices are inclusive of 12.5% GST and subject to 10% Resort Fee.

DESSERT

Wild Berry Chocolate Cake
US 15 | BZ 30

Moist chocolate cake layered with mascarpone cream cheese filling, garnished with blackberry sauce and cacao powder.

Coconut Mousse in Belizean Cacao Shell
US 11 | BZ 22

Creamy coconut mousse with a fresh pineapple and habanero jelly filling, encased in tempered Belizean dark chocolate, laid on a bed of coconut and orange crumble.

Bacon Ice Cream Pie
US 18 | BZ 36

Layers of house-made smoked bacon ice cream and crumbled puff pastry, topped with a maple syrup red wine reduction and pecan, garnished with crushed pecan and bacon crumble.

Cassava Cheesecake
US 13 | BZ 26

Cassava and coconut crust with a layer of sliced banana, cheesecake, topped with a layer of red wine gel, garnished with chocolate ganache and vanilla ice cream on crumble.

Mayan Chocolate Cake
US 8 | BZ 16

Silky chocolate cake coated with a citrus-infused chocolate ganache.

ICE CREAM

Mint Nib
US 5 | BZ 10
Toasted Coconut Caramel
US 5 | BZ 10
Vanilla
US 5 | BZ 10

All prices are inclusive of 12.5% GST and subject to 10% Resort Fee.

Dinner

Soup

Cassava Fish Soup
US 15 | BZ 30

Cassava consomme garnished with basil oil, crispy fish slices, and a side of garlic herb baguette.

Shrimp and Chorizo Soup
US 19 | BZ 38

Grilled prawns in roasted tomato and local chorizo soup with a side of garlic baguettes.

SALAD

Basil Pesto Paneer and Cherry Tomato Salad
US 17 | BZ 34

Grilled basil pesto paneer cheese topped with mirin infused dried cherry tomatoes and creamy tomato vinaigrette.

Morcilla Sausage Arugula Salad
US 13 | BZ 26

Fresh baby arugula, infused cherry tomato, crumbles of morcilla sausage, shaved Parmesan, with a creamy tomato vinaigrette.

Zucchini, Watermelon, Paneer Salad
US 12 | BZ 24

Peeled zucchini, dehydrated watermelon, grilled paneer cheese and shallots, drizzled with African bee honey balsamic vinaigrette.

APPETIZER

Octopus in Tiger's Milk
US 16 | BZ 32

Sous vide octopus and pickled celery, onions, and tomatoes over a citrus tiger’s milk served with crispy cassava chips.

Bacon-Crusted Mozzarella Sticks
US 17 | BZ 34

Bacon crusted cheese sticks served with our house pepper jelly, pickled heart of broccoli, garnished with black lime powder.

Surf and Turf Wontons
US 19 | BZ 38

Fish tartare filled wontons layered with beef tartare and chili sauce.

Watermelon and Blue Cheese Sticks
US 13 | BZ 26

Watermelon sticks over a bed of creamy lime vinaigrette with blue cheese crumble, toasted peanuts, and mint leaves.

ENTREE

Cream of Yuca Shrimp Pasta
US 30 | BZ 60

Grilled shrimp with pasta tossed in cream of yucca.

Tomato, Sausage and Shrimp Pasta
US 25 | BZ 50

Linguine tossed in our house marinara sauce made from smoked tomatoes topped with seared shrimp and sausage.

Ginger Curry Chicken Drumsticks
US 20 | BZ 40

Fried drumsticks seasoned in ginger and curry with a creamy turmeric mushroom sauce. Served with a side of cinnamon and allspice white rice and grilled cumin carrots.

Citrus Herb Fish Fillet
US 26 | BZ 52

Citrus herb marinade fish fillet served with creamy longaniza rice and cream of spinach.

Korean BBQ Pork Chops
US 28 | BZ 56

Grilled 1-inch pork chop with potato pavé and a sesame oil sauteed arugula.

Craboo Mustard Beef Tenderloin
US 38 | BZ 76

Mustard marinated beef tenderloin with craboo demi-glace drizzled on top. Served with grilled black garlic cauliflower steak and potato pavé.

VEGAN

Grilled Cauliflower and Chickpea Puree
US 26 | BZ 52

Fresh organic cauliflower drizzled with pressed coconut oil, grilled, and served over a cumin spiced chickpea puree and
roasted cherry tomatoes.

Ginger Teriyaki Glazed Tofu Steak
US 28 | BZ 56

Grilled bean curd glazed with fresh ginger and soy sauce, accompanied with a cumin spiced chickpea puree and
sauteed spinach.

Sweet Potato and Crostini Soup
US 22 | BZ 44

Slow roasted potato liquified in coconut milk, spiced, and served with fresh toasted crostini.

Sweet Potato and Coconut Creamy Pasta
US 26 | BZ 52

Slow roasted potato liquified in coconut milk, spiced, and served with fresh toasted crostini.

Farmers Vegetable Lasagna
US 28 | BZ 56

Hand selected farm vegetables thin sliced over classic tomato sauce, Mennonite cheese (optional) and
baked. Served with a bowl of coconut white rice.

KIDS

Grilled Mennonite Cheese Sandwich
US 7 | BZ 14

Homemade white bread, sliced and spread with orange cheddar cheese then grilled. served with crispy potato fries. 

Chicken Quesadilla
US 8 | BZ 16

Handmade flour tortilla spread with refried beans, Mennonite cheese, and shredded chicken. Grilled and accompanied with fresh salsa and cream

Cheeseburger
US 10 | BZ 20

Grilled beef patties, melted cheese, slices of tomatoes, and lettuce on burger bun. Served with potato fries.

Pasta al Burro
US 6 | BZ 12

Linguini tossed in melted butter and shaved parmesan cheese.

Pasta Pomodoro
US 6 | BZ 12

Linguini tossed in tomato sauce and shaved parmesan cheese.

Chicken Fingers
US 7 | BZ 14

Golden fried chicken strips accompanied with potato fries.

All prices are inclusive of 12.5% GST and subject to 10% Resort Fee.

DESSERT

Wild Berry Chocolate Cake
US 14 | BZ 28

Moist chocolate cake layered with mascarpone cream cheese filling, garnished with blackberry sauce and cacao powder.

Coconut Mousse in Belizean Cacao Shell
US 11 | BZ 22

Creamy coconut mousse with a fresh pineapple and habanero jelly filling, encased in tempered Belizean dark chocolate, laid on a bed of coconut and orange crumble.

Bacon Ice Cream Pie
US 16 | BZ 32

Layers of house-made smoked bacon ice cream and crumbled puff pastry, topped with a maple syrup red wine reduction and pecan, garnished with crushed pecan and bacon crumble.

Cassava Cheesecake
US 12 | BZ 24

Cassava and coconut crust with a layer of sliced banana, cheesecake, topped with a layer of red wine gel, garnished with chocolate ganache and vanilla ice cream on crumble.

Mayan Chocolate Cake
US 8 | BZ 16

Silky chocolate cake coated with a citrus-infused chocolate ganache.

ICE CREAM

Mint Nib
US 5 | BZ 10
Toasted Coconut Caramel
US 5 | BZ 10
Vanilla
US 5 | BZ 10

All prices are inclusive of 12.5% GST and subject to 10% Resort Fee.

Drinks

Hot Beverages

Espresso Shot
US 4 | BZ 8
Double Expresso Shots
US 5 | BZ 10
Cappuccino
US 6 | BZ 12
Latte
US 6 | BZ 12
Americano
US 2.50 | BZ 5
Cortado Single
US 4 | BZ 8
Double Shot
US 5 | BZ 10
Irish Coffee
US 8 | BZ 16
Mocha
US 6 | BZ 12

Cold Beverages

Cappuccino Frappe
US 9 | BZ 18
Natural Juices
US 4 | BZ 8

Signature Cocktails

Beggar’s Banquet
US 15 | BZ 30

Jim Bean, smoked rosemary, fresh lime juice, stirred and poured over ice, topped off with ginger beer.

Devil’s Margarita
US 14 | BZ 28

White tequila, lime juice, house–made jalapeño roasted pineapple and anise syrup, triple sec, cinnamon pineapple reduction, shaken and strained over ice. Topped with red wine.

Roseate Spoonbill
US 10 | BZ 20

Tequila blanco, watermelon cubes, lime juice, house-made jalapeño roasted pineapple and anise syrup, muddled and shaken, strained over ice.

Sunrise Dory
US 11 | BZ 22

White rum, Aperol, lime juice, and simple syrup, poured over ice and topped with house-made watermelon soda.

Banana Bonfire
US 14 | BZ 28

White rum, Cointreau, lime juice, banana liqueur, and simple syrup, shaken and strained over ice, topped with San Pellegrino pomegranate sparkling water.

Key Lime Cocktail
US 15 | BZ 30

Vanilla vodka, butterscotch schnapps, lime juice, and simple syrup, shaken with ice and topped with an egg white and butterscotch schnapps foam.

Pamplemousse Fizz
US 15 | BZ 30

Vodka and homemade grapefruit rosemary soda, garnished with a caramelized grapefruit slice.

Larry The Coconut Guy
US 10 | BZ 20

White rum, coconut rum, falernum syrup, pineapple Cardamom, orange juice, and coconut milk, shaken and strained over ice, garnished with fresh papaya slices.

Jankunu
US 14 | BZ 28

Vodka, coconut rum, lime juice, sage syrup, and red bell pepper juice poured over ice and topped off with ginger beer.

The Classics

Old Fashioned
US 10 | BZ 20

Bourbon or rye is gently stirred with sugar, water and bitters. Served with a citrus twist and rosemary sprig.

Manhattan
US 15 | BZ 30

Whiskey, sweet Vermouth and bitters stirred and served with a citrus twist.

Negroni
US 11 | BZ 22

Gin, Campari, and vermouth stirred with Italian bitters and served with an orange peel.

Mint Julep
US 15 | BZ 30

Fresh mint leaves are lightly muddled with simple syrup and bourbon and served with ice.

Classic Mojito
US 10 | BZ 20

Fresh mint and cane sugar combined with rum and topped off with sparkling water and a drop of bitters.

Classic Margarita
US 14 | BZ 28

Tequila shaken with fresh lime juice and orange liqueur served on the rocks with a salted rim.

Cocktail prices are inclusive of 12.5% GST. Subject to 10% Resort Fee.

Wine Menu

Red Wine

Glass/Bottle

Lapostelle Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile

BZ 19/75

Lapostelle Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile

Glass/Bottle

BZ 19/75

Cavalier de la Mediterranean Merlot, France

BZ 25/100

Cavalier de la Mediterranean Merlot, France

Glass/Bottle

BZ 25/100

Finca Ferrer Pinot Noir, Argentina

BZ 30/119

Finca Ferrer Pinot Noir, Argentina

Glass/Bottle

BZ 30/119

Concrete Cabernet Sauvignon, California

BZ 30/119

Concrete Cabernet Sauvignon, California

Glass/Bottle

BZ 30/119

Maison Les Alexandrins Crozes-Hermitage Syrah, France

By Bottle Only

BZ 108

Maison Les Alexandrins Crozes-Hermitage Syrah, France

By Bottle Only

BZ 108

Ultimo Nativo Malbec, Argentina

By Bottle Only

BZ 157

Ultimo Nativo Malbec, Argentina

By Bottle Only

BZ 157

White & Rosé

Glass/Bottle

Mont’albano Organic Pinot Grigio, Italy

BZ 19/75

Mont’albano Organic Pinot Grigio, Italy

Glass/Bottle

BZ 19/75

M.Chapoutier Belleruche Rosé, France

BZ 21/80

M.Chapoutier Belleruche Rosé, France

Glass/Bottle

BZ 21/80

Orelle Rosé, France

BZ 25/98

Orelle Rosé, France

Glass/Bottle

BZ 25/98

Cavalier de la Méditerranée Chardonnay Pays, France

BZ 27/110

Cavalier de la Méditerranée Chardonnay Pays, France

Glass/Bottle

BZ 27/110

Rippey Sauvignon Blanc, California

BZ 30/119

Rippey Sauvignon Blanc, California

Glass/Bottle

BZ 30/119

Villa Antinori Bianco

By Bottle Only

BZ 85

Villa Antinori Bianco

By Bottle Only

BZ 85

Amplus Chardonnay

By Bottle Only

BZ 112

Amplus Chardonnay

By Bottle Only

BZ 112

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

Glass/Bottle

Sartori Love Story DOC Prosecco, Italy

BZ 23/90

Sartori Love Story DOC Prosecco, Italy

Glass/Bottle

BZ 23/90

Sentio DOC Prosecco, Italy

BZ 24/96

Sentio DOC Prosecco, Italy

Glass/Bottle

BZ 24/96

Perlino Prosecco Brut, Italy

By Bottle Only

BZ 120

Perlino Prosecco Brut, Italy

By Bottle Only

BZ 120

Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut, France

By Bottle Only

BZ 260

Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut, France

By Bottle Only

BZ 260

Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label, France

By Bottle Only

BZ 275

Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label, France

By Bottle Only

BZ 275

Reserved Red Wine

By Bottle

Lyeth Estate Red Blend, California

BZ 95

Lyeth Estate Red Blend, California

By Bottle Only

BZ 95

Buena Vista Zinfandel, California

BZ 111

Buena Vista Zinfandel, California

By Bottle Only

BZ 111

Cambria Pinot Noir, California

BZ 147

Cambria Pinot Noir, California

By Bottle Only

BZ 147

Reserved White Wine

By Bottle

Chamisal Vineyards Monterey Chardonnay, California

BZ 144

Chamisal Vineyards Monterey Chardonnay, California

By Bottle Only

BZ 144

Duck Horn Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, California

BZ 144

Duck Horn Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, California

By Bottle Only

BZ 144

All wine prices are in BZD | Does not include Tax and Resort Fee