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Rick's Cafe

Rick's Cafe

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Monday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
About
Hit the hottest spot west of Kingston to sip delicious cocktails and dig into some jerk chicken and fresh seafood overlooking stunning views. Book a day trip from Montego Bay to jump straight into the ocean from the 35-foot-tall cliffs within the bar or people-watch and lounge in the pool if you’re in a more laidback mood. The DJ keeps the stereo blasting to make sure everyone has an amazing time on the dance floor. Since Rick’s Cafe is close to Jamaica’s westernmost point, watching the sunset here is a truly amazing experience. Families are welcome. – Tripadvisor
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  • Joe E
    10 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bring Your Wallet
    Visited Rick's Cafe on Monday, October 23. Great place, fun time, but bring your wallet. Drinks are greatly overpriced for size of the drink you received. Drinks range from $10 - $20 depending on the drink and come in an 8 ounce cup which is mostly ice.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written October 28, 2023
  • Anna K
    Middletown, New Jersey3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Yeah mon…it’s a must!
    We hired a boat to take us to Ricks cafe. We got there around 12 noon, there were barely any people there so we practically had the cliffs to ourselves! The kids and adults had a blast jumping of the cliffs. There are 3 levels to jump from and a lifeguard at each level. It was a hot day so if we weren’t jumping we were just swimming in the water. We didn’t eat or drink there, we just went to gift shop and kids swam in the pool there too! Definitely worth going to, it was our favorite day in Jamaica!!!
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written November 11, 2023
  • Ian Manborde
    Coventry, United Kingdom576 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wow! You have to go!
    Wow! If you are in Negril (or Western Jamaica, you must go! The food isn't that great, and the drinks are what you can get anywhere, but, the location, views, and chance to leap into the sea make this a must-see. Plus, come in the evening for a jam-packed, music-filled night.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 3, 2023
  • Britt Y
    6 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Would Reconsider with a Young Family
    I had done a lot of researching about things to do in Western Jamaica and Rick's was always top of the list. I'm not sure how I missed it, but nowhere did I read this is a party place. It was not what I was expecting when I went with my 6 month and 2.5 year old. The music was loud, the place was busy, the staff weren't friendly and the sun was very hot (I know the sun was not their fault, but it was just a compounding factor). In our group that ranged from 6 months to 70 years old, I definitely was the most extreme in wanting to leave immediately. Others didn't mind as much and the couple in their 30s said it would have been better if you arrived ready to party (and maybe had already started). We went on Tuesday in November at 4pm and the DJ had it bumping already. The vast majority of jumpers were tourists and wasn't that exciting to watch. I got to see a couple locals and that was more interesting. The food and drink wasn't as pricey as I thought it would be. Just know what you are getting into. If I had known it was a party place I would have gone to Xtabi or another place where I could carry on a conversation while eating. If I wanted to party, then Rick's seems like the place to do that while watching a beautiful sunset.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 4, 2023
  • bofus15
    8 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Ok, but management could make it better.
    I can say I've been. Food is overpriced for the amount you get.....if the order is even correct. DJ is mediocre at best and overcompensates by increasing the volume to a point where you can't converse with a person sitting right next to you. Lots of seating, but it is a small venue and you can not escape the volume. This alone ruined the experience and gave several us in our group a headache. Half the volume would have been perfect.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 5, 2023
  • kelly h
    219 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    I really enjoyed it. Would go again!
    We arrived here at about 3 o clock. Went down to the cliffs, watched for a bit then did a few jumps. People complaining about the danger.. firstly.. there are signs that you are MADE to read before jumping. You are jumping at your OWN risk. the men at the top are not lifeguards, they are there to make sure you are reading the signs and warnings. So if something happens do not be expecting them to be saving you, you will be relying on someone else. The jumps are fine. if you follow the rules. The water is deep enough that there's no chance of you landing on anything/ie rocks, its more about how you land so if you follow the instructions you should have no issues. We then headed up for a drink, it was nice, food and drinks are quite pricey but not ridiculous and to be honest you are paying for the view. That view at SUNSET , is worth the price of drinks and food. Its stunning. Don't also forget you are getting free entertainment with the DJ'S dancers and free entry, an amazing view, so its worth paying that bit more for the location. I really enjoyed it there. Is it a tourist trap? Yes, of course tourists want to go there, its well known! The music was good, the vibes were good, i enjoyed it.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 30, 2023
  • MMC_Lady
    London, United Kingdom158 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Place to Be - With Caution!
    It's one of those places you should visit to see the many people diving off the top level, and countless others on the lower levels too. Rick's Cafe is fun, exciting, and buzzing with the atmosphere, tourists, locals, music, and music food. Tourists arriving by boat, coach, and car. It is a popular destination. However, the food was overpriced and did not look as good as the food I had else in Jamaica. We did not eat there. Also lots of children and for the time of the afternoon the music was too adult for the underage. That needs to be given some thought. The sunset was glorious and was worth the wait! While I am glad I went, there is room for improvement.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written January 8, 2024
  • kevin m
    Grande Prairie, Canada51 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Busy! But an experience!
    Cool spot as far as doing the diving, was a great experience, was very busy but didn't take you long to get through. You have to do the mid dive before allowing you to do the high one. We wanted to have a bite to eat or a drink, but it was packed at the restaurant part, so cant say anything to that.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written January 10, 2024
  • Denis K
    Toronto, Canada21 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place was amazing!
    We all loved it so much. The bar tender was so funny! We talked and had a blast. We loved the vibe and chill here. It's definitely our place. Amazing spot to jump in the water if you wanted to jump in. Cost $$ the drinks were reasonably priced and strong. Worth the price. The meals were the same as everywhere else. But eating on the cliff is just magical!
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 21, 2024
  • Mandy_Bardouille
    London, United Kingdom84 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Early start for Rick's Cafe
    Arrived early as we had stayed overnight nearby and some family members wanted to jump off the ledges. On arrival the place was empty, great, we could get all the photos we needed with no crowds. It is set up well with bars, eating and lots of seating to watch the sea views and people jumping. There is a swimming pool, so we made our way there and was enjoying the area when a member of staff arrived and proceeded to ask us to all leave the area as someone had booked it all. The correct CUSTOMER SERVICE way would of to have cordoned off the area beforehand and say that the area is reserved. As we were moving out another member came and explained you could still use the pool. A little tip - staff should all be singing from the same page, not making up stuff as you go along. The food and drinks were fine and the diver from the top of the cliff platform was great. It gets really busy with tour buses stopping off but we had been there for a couple hours so time to leave. Next time I will go in the evening to see the sunset.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written February 1, 2024
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TraceyTx
Birmingham, UK17 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020
Have many years of wanting to go to Ricks Cafe went today and found that it had poor service, over-priced and no vibe.

Given COVID hardly and visitors so you would think staff would be attentive and provide great customer service. When we went in we had to seat ourselves not one member of staff and I counted about 10 came to see if they could help us. No service staff just standing around chatting looking bored. So many staff and so few guests.
$5 for red stripe is robbery when no service or vibes the view alone not justify. Also cant understand why DJ not have bad weather set up he pack up and go home.
When I went to pay the bar tender asked if I wanted to leave a tip....but why you not offer any service whats ever and over price your beer, plus close of music.

There are many better places to go in Jamaica.
Written October 5, 2020
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RG_WorldTravel
Los Angeles, CA550 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Family
Rick’s is a Negril Staple. It’s one of those must visit places if you’re in the Montego Bay, or Negril area.

Upon entering Rick’s, you can’t help your feet from moving as you’re immersed by the vibe, energy and music. It’s predominantly a bar/restaurant, but in a vast open space, all overlooking a cliff face and open inlet from the ocean. The majestic azure waters, couples with the immense cliffs are mesmerizing.

To add to the fun, there are an assortment of cliff jumps platforms manned and setup at various heights raging from 6’ all the way up to 35’ (2-11 meters) from which you can jump or dive into the deep water (roughly 25’ deep). Each of these stations is monitored by a lifeguard to attempt to avoid injury, and while injuries can occur jumping from the higher platforms, if you do so safely it can be exhilarating and an absolute rush.

When you’ve jumped, the clarity of the water is simply breathtaking and the music and vibe just adds to the experience.

For those not seeking the adrenalin rush, a simple jump from 6’ or simply climbing into the water from a ladder is also doable and provides the ability to swim and enjoy the water. Alternatively an drink or more, dancing or just people watching is also fun. There are also some “professional” divers that occasionally do a radical jump or dive to thrill the crowds. Also just watching the cliff jumping add to a the fun and enjoyment.

Rick’s is a definite must visit when in Negril or nearby. Highly enjoyable!
Written January 12, 2020
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Diotor
Inverness, UK132 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Visited last wednesday with the group I was with and although didn't expect to do any cliff jumping I did the 27 and 40 feet jumps twice which were absolutely exhilarating.

Watching Spider the Diver jump from 80 feet was seriously impressive.

The view as the sun sinks behind the horizon is something else as well.

Seriously expensive though and the staff will try and rip you off if they get the chance (were three times charged from 11 drinks instead of 10).
Written March 3, 2020
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krumlov25
Lancaster, CA35 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
There are other places with cliffs that you can go to in Negril to enjoy beautiful sunsets. However, if you are a party animal, then this is the right place for you. I regretted telling my driver to pick me up in two hours as I was done after 30 mins as the sun was already gone. One thing I wished I knew was that they offered free pick-up from your hotel and I believe the drop-off fee is 10 usd which is still cheaper than what Taxi's charged round-trip.
Written March 8, 2020
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Angel M
Larchmont, NY21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020 • Friends
What’s not to love?

You can jump from a 10 foot or a 30 foot cliff right from the restaurant. (No worries there is a life guard there all the time)

You can have some of their great food and drink.

You can watch an amazing sunset as you listen to the DJ or live music.
Written October 25, 2020
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JMDobbins8013
Edisto Beach, SC10 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2021
Rick's is an iconic landmark in Negril and certainly worth a trip. However, I wouldn't go for sunset and I wouldn't plan to stay long. Other than the cliff jumping (which is worth the trip and really exciting) it's a tourist trap with expensive drinks. We stopped on a day we chartered a boat. Our captain suggested we go early in the afternoon because it gets crowded closer to sunset. He was correct -- we were able to cliff jump (after an overpriced drink) and then we were done. There are better/more relaxing places to watch the sunset. Bottom line - go jump and move on.
Written January 25, 2021
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Clare F
Bexley, UK328 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022
We went with Tui on the Adults Only Catamaran cruise to Rick’s Cafe. We did this excursion in April 2018 and March 2022 and the 2nd time was even better.
Cost $80 per person, including open bar with unlimited fruit rum punch, beer, rum, vodka & coke etc…plus banana chip snacks & mini biscuits on the Catamaran.

A coach picked us up from Royalton Negril hotel and dropped us off at Margaritaville Seven Mile Beach (7-10 minute drive).

I absolutely love the beautiful beach and the vibe of Margaritaville. There are plenty of fun props to take holiday photos.

We all boarded the catamaran and the fun began, music and rum punch flowing.
The crew on the boat were amazing, they were climbing the ropes and preforming aerobics, dancing, serving drinks and personally bringing all the guest drinks. We felt very safe and the captain was very strict and made sure all the guest obeyed the rules. An excellent crew, very professional and well organised.

Our 1st stop was to take part in some snorkelling in the ocean. The trip included the free uses of snorkelling equipment.

After snorkelling we headed to Rick's Café.
Rick’s Café is perched on the edge of a cliff above a sea cove and you can see locals dive into the water from the 10-metre cliffs.
Rick’s café is what Jamaica is all about and we will return to jump off a higher cliff.
My 1st visit I was too scared to jump and regretted not jumping but this time I jumped and the feeling was amazing.
Rick’s Café is all about the vibe, atmosphere, the people, music, food, drink and ticking it off your bucket list to jump.

Best value and experience excursion.
Written April 5, 2022
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Clay H
35 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 • Family
The best way to visit ricks Cafe, if planning to visit quickly for the cliff diving is by boat. You can swim ashore, get in line and jump off in a matter of minutes. Know what to expect if you take a cab: This is a lively Jamaican party bar with lots of drinking and bong smoking. They usually include 4 hours of cab fare in the trips and expect you to take your time.
Written April 29, 2021
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HapusC
34 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Couples
Stunning scenery spot and great diving pool.

We had lunch here and although a little pricey we really enjoyed the opportunity to dive and watch the divers.

Worth a visit, just beware you cannot take your own drinks or food in.

Written April 5, 2022
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Robert L
Amherst, MA1,621 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
This spot may be a victim of over commercialization, but it is still a great place to visit. You can get drinks, get food, or, like us, not spend a penny and still enjoy yourselves.
You can enter for free and just watch the fellow tourists jump from the platform, or, once or twice an hour, watch one of the locals jump from the 40 foot platform.
The most popular time is to time your visit with the sunset, as it is an unobstructed view of the horizon.
Written January 3, 2020
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