Sweet Treats in The Bahamas: Where to Find the Best Coconut Tart

Ronnie’s Bakery on Grand Bahama has been turning out coconut tarts for more than three decades, working from a cozy home-bakery setup on Pinder’s Point Road in Freeport. The Google reviews — 4.3 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings — point to the coconut tart as one of the standout items, alongside coconut pie, pineapple pie, and potato bread.

If you’re tracking down the Bahamas’ best coconut tart, this is the place to start. But across the islands, coconut shows up in other sweet forms too — from gelato to gateau to rum-soaked bread pudding. This article covers where to find the coconut tart specifically, plus other coconut-forward desserts worth seeking out if your sweet tooth leads you beyond Freeport.

Use the table below to compare the main spots covered in this article. Each one offers a different take on coconut — from a classic tart to a chilled gelato — so you can pick what fits your itinerary.

Ronnie’s Bakery, Freeport

Ask a local in Freeport where to find coconut tart and you’ll likely get pointed toward Pinder’s Point Road. Ronnie’s Bakery operates out of a home-style setting that’s been serving the community for over thirty years, and its coconut tart is the item most visitors mention first. The crust is flaky, the filling is sweet and coconut-forward, and the whole thing costs a few dollars — cash only, typically.

The bakery also turns out coconut pie, pineapple pie, carrot cake, potato bread, and patties that visitors describe as lite and reasonably priced. Most people spend about five minutes inside — grab a few pastries and go. The bakery is open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. (until 8:30 p.m. on Sundays), according to recent listings, though it’s worth confirming hours directly if you’re making a special trip.

Coconut in Nassau: Gelato, Gateau, and Sorbet

If your trip keeps you in Nassau, coconut doesn’t disappear from the dessert menu — it just takes different forms. At Sun & Ice, located in the lobby of The Coral at Atlantis, Bahamian Chef Wayne Moncur creates small-batch gelato and sorbet inspired by island flavors. The Coconut Candy flavor echoes the texture and sweetness of traditional Bahamian coconut candy, while other options like Soursop, Caramelised Sugar Banana, and Allspice Potato Bread round out a menu that leans local. The shop uses fresh milk, cream, egg yolks, and pure cane sugar — a farm-to-freezer approach that makes each flavor taste distinct rather than generic.

A few miles away at Sandals Royal Bahamian, Kanoo serves a Coconut Gateau that channels what the resort calls pure island decadence — a layered coconut cake that works as a sit-down dessert rather than a grab-and-go treat. Down the road at DUNE by Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, the molten chocolate cake comes paired with a delicate coconut sorbet, giving you a chocolate-coconut combination that’s more refined than most beachside options.

Coconut Meets the Classic Bread Pudding

What happens when you take a traditional Bahamian bread pudding and add coconut? You get two very different answers, depending on where you order it. At The New Duff on West Bay Street in Nassau, the kitchen reimagines the classic as a modern bread pudding with bold flavor combinations. The menu rotates, but coconut-infused versions appear regularly alongside savory stuffed buns and artisan lattes. The space is bright and casual — a good spot to pause during a walk through downtown Nassau.

For a more traditional take, Crusoe’s Restaurant at Comfort Suites on Paradise Island serves a distinct coconut-infused Guava Duff. Guava duff is the national dessert of The Bahamas — a steamed, swirled pastry drenched in rum butter — and the coconut version adds another layer of tropical flavor. It’s a heavier, more indulgent dessert than a tart, but if you want coconut in a classic Bahamian format, this is it. (For comparison, Marcus at Baha Mar serves its guava duff with pink guava sorbet and caramel popcorn — also worth trying, but without the coconut angle.)

Chocolate and Coconut: A Different Kind of Sweet

Graycliff Hotel in downtown Nassau takes a different approach to sweets altogether — one that pairs chocolate with rum, whiskey, and port. The on-site Graycliff Chocolatier handcrafts every piece, and the signature Chocolate & Spirits Tasting walks you through Bahamian chocolate alongside complementary pours. While coconut isn’t the star here the way it is at Ronnie’s, the tasting experience gives you a chance to explore how Bahamian chocolate plays with the island’s other signature flavors — including coconut-infused spirits in some pairings.

The chocolatier’s shop sells individual pieces and boxes to take home, making it a practical stop for souvenirs if you’re in Nassau and want something sweeter than a T-shirt.

Tips for Finding Coconut Treats in the Bahamas

Tracking down coconut desserts across the islands comes down to knowing where to look and when. Here’s what the research supports.

Ronnie’s Bakery is your best bet for coconut tart

No other spot in the research mentions coconut tart by name. If that’s specifically what you’re after, Ronnie’s in Freeport is the place. The bakery is near the cruise port, the visit is quick, and the price is low. Call ahead to confirm they have tarts ready — they also do delivery and special orders for fresh bread.

Nassau offers coconut in other forms

From Sun & Ice’s Coconut Candy gelato to Kanoo’s Coconut Gateau, Nassau’s coconut desserts are more varied but less tart-specific. If you’re based in Nassau and craving coconut, these are your best options. Most require a short walk or taxi ride from downtown.

Timing matters

Ronnie’s is open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. most days (Sundays until 8:30 p.m.), so you have a wide window. Sun & Ice follows Atlantis operating hours. The New Duff and Crusoe’s have standard lunch-dinner hours — check before heading out, especially if you’re visiting on a holiday or off-season.

Before You Go — Coconut Treats in the Bahamas

Where exactly can I find coconut tart in the Bahamas?

Ronnie’s Bakery on Pinder’s Point Road in Freeport, Grand Bahama, is the only spot in this guide where coconut tart is a confirmed menu item. It’s been there for over thirty years and is a short trip from the cruise port.

Does Nassau have coconut tart?

No bakery or restaurant in the Nassau research lists coconut tart specifically. But Nassau has coconut-forward sweets like Coconut Candy gelato at Sun & Ice and Coconut Gateau at Kanoo — both worth trying if you’re in the city and want a coconut dessert.

What else should I try at Ronnie’s Bakery?

The coconut pie, pineapple pie, carrot cake, potato bread, and patties all get regular mentions from visitors. The bakery also offers delivery and special orders for fresh homemade bread — call +1 242-353-7966 to arrange.

Is Ronnie’s Bakery easy to reach from a cruise ship?

Yes. It’s located near the Freeport cruise port on Pinder’s Point Road, and most taxi drivers know the bakery by name. The visit itself takes about five minutes, making it an easy add-on to a port day.

One Tart, Many Islands

The coconut tart may be a Freeport specialty, but the Bahamas offers plenty of ways to satisfy a coconut craving — from a chilled gelato in an Atlantis lobby to a rum-soaked guava duff on Paradise Island. Start with Ronnie’s if you want the tart itself, then explore the rest with an open mind and a sweet tooth. For more on what to eat across the islands, check out our guide to top must-try Bahamian dishes for food lovers on the island.

References

Wanderlog. “Ronnie’s Bakery.” Wanderlog, 2024. ↗

Nassauparadiseisland.com. “Sweet Escapes: Indulge in Nassau’s Best Desserts.” Nassauparadiseisland.com, 2024. ↗

If you’re still hungry for more Bahamian flavors, browse our guides to the Bahamian fish fry tradition and the coconut and spice ingredients that define Bahamian cooking. Both cover the islands’ food culture from angles that pair well with a sweet-tooth itinerary.