Eat · Coxen Hole town

Coxen Hole comedores (local lunch counters)Comedores de Coxen Hole

The cheapest sit-down lunch on the island: a plato del día of rice, beans, plantain and chicken or fish at a comedor; go 11:30–13:30 on a weekday with small notes.The cheapest sit-down lunch on the island: a plato del día of rice, beans, plantain and chicken or fish at a comedor; go 11:30 AM–1:30 PM on a weekday with small notes.

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Key facts

Per person: HNL 3–8; Honduran
Hours: 11:00–15:0011:00 AM–3:00 PM; typical, check
Walk in: 11:30–13:30; easiest window
Seating: chairs
Card: no; carry cash
Getting there: Coxen Hole town centre; 5 min walk

Go now?

Open?

Usually 11:00–15:00Usually 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

Typical hours: check on the day.

Busy this hour

Estimate by hour below

Easiest walk-in

11:30–13:30

Reservations

Walk-in, no reservation

Paying

Cash only

Per person

HNL 3–82026 estimate · check

DirectionsWhat to order ↓

The cheapest lunch on the island
Cash only
Weekdays before 14:00
Order: Plato del día
Table seating
Walk-in window: 11:30–13:30
Queue risk: 13:30–15:00
Menu with prices on Voykit

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Actions

Usually 11:00–15:00

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Directions

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Plan

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

Walk-in windows

11:30–13:30: high13:30–15:00: riskyafter 16:00: risky

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

Several small comedores in the town centre; names and hours change (confirm locally)

When to go, hour by hour

desk estimate · not live

Quietest listed hour: 16:00 (quiet).

11:00lightlittle or no wait
12:00heavyexpect a lineLunch rush
13:00heavyexpect a lineSome dishes sell out
14:00busya short wait is possible
15:00lightlittle or no wait
16:00quietlittle or no wait

Desk estimate of a weekday; ship days add one level. 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.

1Say 'para comer aquí' to eat in or 'para llevar' to take away.
2Go between 11:30 and 13:30 before food sells out.Go between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM before food sells out.

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	Buenos días	BWEH-nohs DEE-ahs
The bill, please	La cuenta, por favor	lah KWEN-tah por fah-VOR
I need help	Necesito ayuda	neh-seh-SEE-toh ah-YOO-dah
Thank you	Gracias	GRAH-see-ahs

Portions and sharing

Ask 'qué hay hoy?' (what is there today) and choose one plate.

Extras, condiments and what costs extra

Drinks: Bottled drinks and juice add US$1–3 — Ask before ordering.

Paying and tipping

Service is usually on the bill already; unlike in the US, don't add 15–20% on top.

Pay after you eat or at the counter; keep small notes.
Ask the price of the plate and drink before you order.
Cash: lempira or small US dollar notes; change may be in lempira.
Tipping: Restaurants: about 10% if service is not on the bill (check). Dive crews: US$5–10 per diver per boat day. Taxi drivers: round up.
Check the bill for a 10% service charge and for tax before you tip (check).
Carry small US dollar notes: change is often in lempira.

At the table

Eat at busy places with fast turnover, and drink sealed or filtered water.
Ask the price of fish, lobster and conch before you order: they are priced by weight or by the plate.

Menu and prices

2026 estimate

Plato del díaplato del díaRice, beans, plantain, meat or fish.HNL 3–6order
BaleadabaleadaA snack or small meal.HNL 1–3if hungry
Fried chicken platepollo fritoA common option.HNL 3–6if hungry
Grilled fish platepescado a la planchaAsk what is fresh.HNL 5–9if hungry
Weekend soupsopa de res / mondongoCheck if available.HNL 4–8if hungry
Fresh juicejugo naturalFruit varies.HNL 1–3if hungry

2026 estimate in US dollars per item or plate; menus may list lempira (about L25–26 per US$1, check). Prices vary by venue and season.

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2 people

Plato del díaorder
plato del día
HNL 3–6
Contains (from menu notes, check): fish
0
Baleada
baleada
HNL 1–3
0
Fried chicken plate
pollo frito
HNL 3–6
0
Grilled fish plate
pescado a la plancha
HNL 5–9
Contains (from menu notes, check): fish
0
Weekend soup
sopa de res / mondongo
HNL 4–8
0
Fresh juice
jugo natural
HNL 1–3
0

Food and drink

Nothing picked yet.

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.

Service is usually on the bill already; unlike in the US, don't add 15–20% on top. Local custom: 10%; sometimes on the bill. Tipping calculator

Pick at least one dish to make the full-screen list.

Price and paying

Typical spend: US$3–8 per person (2026 estimate)

Paying

Cashyes

Lempira or small US dollar notes.

Cardno

Rare.

usdyes

Accepted; change often in lempira.

Diet and allergies

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

Vegetarianask
Rice, beans, plantain and salad; ask about pork fat.
Show: Soy vegetariano. Sin carne ni pollo, por favor.
Veganask
Rice, beans and plantain; ask for no cheese or cream.
Halalask
Pork is common; ask about ingredients.
Gluten-freeask
Rice, beans and grilled fish or chicken.
Nut allergyask
Coconut is common; ask about other nuts.
Show: Tengo alergia a ___. ¿Lleva ___?

What is in the dishes

Plato del díaplato del díafish
Grilled fish platepescado a la planchafish

Read from the menu names and notes; recipes vary and cross-contact is not tested. Check with the kitchen.

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Who it suits, booking, closures

goodSolo — Quick, cheap and easy to order.

goodBudget travellers — The cheapest sit-down meal on the island.

okKids — Rice, chicken and plantain; simple food.

cautionStroller — Small rooms and steps at some doors.

cautionWheelchair — Ask about steps.

How to book: Walk in.
How far ahead: Not needed
No-show / cancel fee: Not applicable
Dress code: Casual; cover up beachwear in town.

When	Status	Note
Sunday	check before you go	Many comedores close or run short hours.
Public holidays	check before you go	Closed or short hours.
Afternoon	check before you go	Some close by 15:00 once food is sold out.Some close by 3:00 PM once food is sold out.

On the ground

Hygiene and comfort

Seating: Chairs at tables
Kids: kids' menu: no · stroller: caution · Simple plates suit children; rooms are small
Access: step-free: partial · Small rooms; some have steps at the door

Hygiene

Choose a busy comedor with fast turnover.
Ask for bottled water; skip ice unless it is from a sealed bag.
Wipe your hands before eating.

Facts

Reservations: Not taken — Walk-in.
Capabilities: food
Getting there: Coxen Hole town centre · ~5 min walk

Cons

Hours are not published and food can sell out.
Cash only; small notes.
Not for walking around after dark.

Ordering helpDish glossary · Price check2 parts

Dish glossary

On the menu	What it is	Order it how
Plato del día	Plate of the day.	Ask what it includes and the price.
Pollo frito / a la plancha	Fried or grilled chicken.	Say which you want.
Tajadas	Fried plantain slices.	Say 'con tajadas'.
Jugo natural	Fresh fruit juice.	Ask for 'sin hielo' if unsure.

Price check

2026 estimate

locals pay: A plato del día is about US$3–6 for everyone.
tourist price: Some counters quote higher prices to visitors: ask the price before you sit.
rule: Ask the price of the plate and drink before you order.

Extra on the table	Typical charge	What to do
Drinks	Bottled drinks and juice add US$1–3	Ask before ordering.

Deep dive

Questions, nearby food and sources

Questions and answers

answered by Voykit editors · dated

Are there English menus?

Rarely. Ask what is on offer or point to the plate.

Checked 2026-09-28 · Voykit desk

What is a comedor?

A small local restaurant serving a set plate of rice, beans, plantain and meat or fish.

How much does lunch cost?

About US$3–8 (2026 estimate).

Do I need cash?

Yes. Small notes in lempira or US dollars.

Is it safe to eat here?

Choose a busy comedor and cooked food; drink bottled water.

When should I go?

11:30–13:30 on weekdays before dishes sell out.11:30 AM–1:30 PM on weekdays before dishes sell out.

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 West End baleada and seafood counters, about 25 min on foot; no reservation needed.

West End baleada and seafood counters25 min walkAnother cheap lunch back at West End.

All places to eat in Roatán, with filters →

Nearby

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

Used as a seated rest node in Roatán in 4 days.

Sources

secondaryWikivoyage — Roatán
officialHonduras Tourism Institute (official)