Claudio’s Makes Waves: New York’s Iconic Seafood Institution Debuts at Atlantis Paradise Island

Source: Atlantis Paradise Island 

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

June 19th, 2025 – Claudio’s, the storied waterfront destination from Greenport, New York, has officially docked in the Bahamas. With the debut of Claudio’s Bahamas at Atlantis Paradise Island, one of the East Coast’s most enduring restaurant legacies takes on new life—offering island elegance, seafood-centric menus, and a spirited after-hours scene overlooking the resort’s serene Water’s Edge Lagoon.

This highly anticipated opening marks the brand’s first international location and an exciting expansion of Atlantis Paradise Island’s world-class culinary offerings. Guests of The Coral—and the greater Paradise Island community—can now enjoy a transportive dining experience that fuses Claudio’s East Coast roots with Bahamian soul.

At its core, Claudio’s Bahamas stays true to the original—a destination known for its heritage-driven seafood and laid-back maritime charm. Fan-favorite staples from the New York menu include:

• Calamari with preserved lemon aioli
  

• Baked Clams with peppers, onions, double-smoked bacon, panko, and parmesan
  

• The Claudio’s Lobster Roll, served warm on brioche challah with brown butter and lemon aioli

But the Bahamas outpost also charts its own course with a suite of exclusive regional dishes, developed to showcase the bold flavors of the islands. Among the standouts:

• Lobster Mac n’ Cheese, elevated with a four-cheese blend and crispy bacon panko
  

• Fish Goujons & Fries, using local Nassau grouper in a Kalik beer batter
  

• Shrimp Loaded Fries with garlic shrimp, avocado mousse, and pico de gallo
  

• Sticky Ribs, lacquered in homemade BBQ sauce and crowned with crispy onions
  

• Conch Chowder, served inside a rye bread bowl with smoked bacon and double cream

Each dish reflects a confident blend of coastal New England sensibility and Caribbean heat, reinforcing Claudio’s unique identity in its new tropical home.

Claudio’s Bahamas doesn’t shy away from theatrics when it comes to its playfully crafted cocktail program. Guests can sip their way through inventive creations like:

• The Frozen Miami Vice, a boozy spin on the slushy classic with vodka, strawberry, and coconut

• The Captain Claudio’s Bloody Mary, topped with shrimp, stone crab, bacon, and more
  

• The Junkanoo Punch, a rum-forward celebration of Bahamian tradition
  

• A nostalgic Mudslide, laced with coffee liqueur and sugar reduction
  

• The local-favorite Sky Juice, a creamy mix of dry gin, coconut water, and nutmeg

Set against the backdrop of floor-to-ceiling lagoon views, the restaurant’s open-air patio, shaded gazebo bar, and stylish nautical interiors provide an ideal setting for sipping, dining, and lingering well past sunset.

Design plays a starring role at Claudio’s Bahamas. The interiors lean into coastal sophistication, with rich wood finishes and soft blue hues reflecting the maritime heritage of its Greenport origin. Suspended from the ceiling, a fleet of fiberglass sailboats—each named after iconic Caribbean cocktails like Bahama Mama and Painkiller—adds a whimsical layer to the space.

Outdoors, twinkle lights, a DJ booth, and weekend sets extend the energy well into the evening. Whether you’re dropping in for late-night bites or gathering for a family reunion, the restaurant is equally suited for both intimate dinners and large-scale group celebrations, thanks to two semi-private dining rooms and multiple lounge configurations.

Large-screen TVs throughout ensure that sporting events and entertainment moments are never missed—a thoughtful nod to guests who want to pair oceanfront ambiance with their favorite games.

With Claudio’s Bahamas now open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night dining (until 2 a.m.), Atlantis Paradise Island continues to build on its reputation as the premier culinary destination in the Caribbean.

That sentiment is echoed by Celeste Fierro, Managing Partner of Claudio’s: