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Coconut water, corn soup and snacks on the Savannah's edge: go at 06:30–09:00 or 16:30–19:00, buy from a busy vendor, and take a taxi if you go farther than the stall.Coconut water, corn soup and snacks on the Savannah's edge: go at 6:30 AM–9:00 AM or 4:30 PM–7:00 PM, buy from a busy vendor, and take a taxi if you go farther than the stall.

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Key facts

Per person: TTD 10–40; Trinidadian
Hours: unknown; see note below
Walk in: 06:30–09:00; easiest window
Seating: counter
Card: no; carry cash
Getting there: Taxi to the west or north side of the Savannah; 2 min walk

Go now?

Open?

Vendors set up mornings and evenings; hours are not fixed

Busy this hour

Estimate by hour below

Easiest walk-in

06:30–09:00

Reservations

Walk-in, no reservation

Paying

Cash only

Per person

TTD 10–402026 estimate · check

DirectionsWhat to order ↓

Coconut water and corn soup
Go early or late
Cash only
Order: Corn soup and coconut water
Counter seating
Walk-in window: 06:30–09:00
Queue risk: 09:00–16:00
Vegetarian options

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Plan

When you can walk in, what to order, how to pay

Walk-in windows

06:30–09:00: high09:00–16:00: risky16:30–19:30: high

A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.

Roadside vendors along the edges of the Savannah, mornings and late afternoons

When to go, hour by hour

desk estimate · not live

Quietest listed hour: 12:00 (quiet).

06:00busya short wait is possible
07:00heavyexpect a line
09:00lightlittle or no wait
12:00quietlittle or no wait
17:00heavyexpect a line
19:00busya short wait is possible

Desk estimate of crowd on a weekday; not live data. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.

How to order here

The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.

1Choose a busy vendor and say what you want.
2Ask the price before ordering (coconut water TT$10–20).
3Eat standing at the stall or on a bench.

No shared language? Tap dishes in the order builder below and show the waiter the full-screen list in the local script. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.

What to say

In English	Say or show	Sounds like
Good morning / afternoon (say it first)	Good morning	Always greet before you ask anything: it is expected
How are you?	Yuh good?	yuh good
Doubles with slight pepper	Doubles, slight pepper	dub-belz, slite pep-per
No pepper, please	No pepper, please	Or ask for 'mild'
Roti with no meat	Aloo and channa roti	a-loo an chun-na roh-tee

Extras, condiments and what costs extra

Extra jelly or added sauces: Sometimes charged — Ask before adding.

Paying and tipping

Sit-down restaurants: about 10–15%, close to US habits.

Agree the price before you order.
Cash in TT$; carry small notes.
Tipping: 10–15% in restaurants without a service charge; round up for drivers.

At the table

Take a taxi if you go farther than the stall, and do not stay after dark.
Eat where the queue is: turnover means fresh food.
Ask for 'slight pepper' or 'no pepper' if you are unsure: local pepper is hot.
Prices on the sign are the price; where there is no sign, ask before you order.

Menu and prices

2026 estimate

Coconut watercoconut waterThe classic cool drink.TTD 10–20order
Corn soupcorn soupWarm and filling late in the day.TTD 15–30if hungry
PholouriepholourieFried dough balls with chutney.TTD 5–10if hungry
Aloo piealoo pieFried potato pocket.TTD 5–10if hungry
Fruit chowchowMango or pineapple with pepper.TTD 10–20if hungry

2026 estimate, per item; vendors vary.

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2 people

Coconut waterorder
coconut water
TTD 10–20
0
Corn soup
corn soup
TTD 15–30
0
Pholourie
pholourie
TTD 5–10
0
Aloo pie
aloo pie
TTD 5–10
0
Fruit chow
chow
TTD 10–20
0

Food and drink

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Menu prices are 2026 estimates (check the board or menu on the day).

Split the bill 2 ways

Pick dishes to see each person's share.

Sit-down restaurants: about 10–15%, close to US habits. Local custom: 10–15% if no service charge. Tipping calculator

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Price and paying

Typical spend: TT$10–40 per item (2026 estimate)

Paying

Cashyes

The only method.

Cardno

Not accepted.

QR walletno

Not common.

Diet and allergies

Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.

Vegetarianyes
Coconut water, chow, pholourie and aloo pie; ask about corn soup stock.
Show: No meat, please.
Veganask
Coconut water and fruit chow are safe.
Halalask
Not certified (check).
Show: No pork, please.
Gluten-freeask
Coconut water and fruit are safe; fried snacks use wheat flour.
Nut allergyask
Unlikely; ask about sauces.
Allergyask
Show it in writing; limited ingredient control at stalls.
Show: I have an allergy to ___.

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Who it suits, booking, closures

goodSolo — A quick stop on a walk.

goodKids — Coconut water and fruit are a treat.

goodStroller — Flat edges.

goodGroups of 5+ — Order round and share.

okWheelchair — Flat, kerbside service.

How to book: No bookings; walk up.
How far ahead: Not needed
No-show / cancel fee: Not applicable
Dress code: None.

When	Status	Note
Midday	check before you go	Vendors thin out from mid-morning to late afternoon.
Carnival and event days	check before you go	Vendors move or close; stalls may be restricted.

On the ground

Hygiene and comfort

Seating: Standing or a shelf: no proper seats
Kids: kids' menu: no · stroller: good · Coconut water and fruit are child-friendly
Access: step-free: yes · Kerbside stalls on level paths

Hygiene

Choose a vendor with a fast turnover and clean hands.
Drink coconut water from the shell rather than ice.

Facts

Reservations: Not taken — Walk-up vendors; no bookings.
Capabilities: food
Getting there: Taxi to the west or north side of the Savannah · ~2 min walk

Cons

Vendors come and go; hours are not fixed.
Standing or kerb seating.
Avoid after dark.

Ordering helpDish glossary · Price check2 parts

Dish glossary

On the menu	What it is	Order it how
Coconut water	Fresh water from a green coconut.	Ask for the jelly scooped out afterwards.
Corn soup	Thick soup of corn, split peas and dumplings.	A late-afternoon warm bowl.
Chow	Fruit tossed with pepper, garlic, salt and herbs.	Ask for 'slight pepper'.
Pholourie	Fried split-pea dough balls with chutney.	A few for a snack.

Price check

2026 estimate

locals pay: Coconut water is about TT$10–20 for everyone (2026 estimate).
tourist price: Vendors near attractions may ask more; ask 'how much?' first.
rule: Agree the price before you order.

Extra on the table	Typical charge	What to do
Extra jelly or added sauces	Sometimes charged	Ask before adding.

Deep dive

Questions, nearby food and sources

Questions and answers

answered by Voykit editors · dated

Which vendor should I pick?

The one with a line of locals and a busy cutting board.

Checked 2026-09-28 · Voykit desk

Do vendors accept cards?

No: carry small TT$ notes.

Checked 2026-09-28 · Voykit desk

What time should I go?

06:30–09:00 or 16:30–19:00.6:30 AM–9:00 AM or 4:30 PM–7:00 PM.

How much is coconut water?

About TT$10–20 (2026 estimate).

Is it safe?

By day and at busy times, yes; leave before dusk.

Can I get vegetarian food?

Yes: coconut water, chow, pholourie and aloo pie.

Answers come from Voykit editors, not from other travellers.

Nearby alternatives

walk minutes · estimate

If it is closed or the line is too long

Go to Roti shops, about 12 min on foot; no reservation needed.

All places to eat in Port of Spain, with filters →

Nearby

Straight-line distance; walk time adds 30% for streets.

Used as a seated rest node in Port of Spain in 4 days.

Sources

secondaryWikivoyage — Port of Spain (eat)