How to Visit Lime Out VI in 2024 (Tips for Visiting the Floating Taco Stand on St. John)
Reading Time: 8 minutes Tips, tricks, and the best boat charters will bring you directly to the floating taco stand in Coral Bay, St. John: Lime Out VI.
More often than not, it seems good business ideas end up failing. You know, those revolutionary thoughts that don’t pan out. Seemingly, it concerns the lack of execution – whatever that might entail.
But when the execution matches the idea. Well, you’re in for a fruitful business. And that’s exactly what Lime Out VI has done in the US Virgin Islands.
Because, let’s be honest, it’s a floating taco boat, for God’s sake – it is in the middle of a forgotten corner of the Virgin Islands. Quite literally, one million different things could go wrong.
And yet, despite the odds, Lime Out VI masterfully succeeds. They’re just waiting for you to get there!
Quick Answer: How to Get to Lime Out VI
Best Private Charter: Bonus Time Charters (because I’m the Captain, of course!)
Best Group Charter: Stormy Pirates
Top Sailing Charter: Cruz Bay Watersports from The Westin on St. John
Best Shuttle: Salt & Lime
A Floating Taco Stand in the Caribbean
For one, the food would probably suck. Who’s going to haul the ingredients from St. Thomas (which likely originated in Puerto Rico or beyond) onto a barge to St. John, unload it in Cruz Bay, drive it across St. John, and put it on another boat in Coral Bay, deliver it to the floating food stand only to sling together a delicious and fresh-tasting taco?
Impossible, right? By the time it got to your plate, it would have to suck!
Not at all. Lime Out VI has mastered this conquest. Their tacos are outstanding.
Okay, what about maintenance? How do you maintain an open-air kitchen on the water? Keep the barnacles clear on the underwater bar seats. Deal with computer wiring in a high-salt environment? Internet? Trash? Exterior paint? Inclement weather? Maintain safety? So many questions. And yet, Lime Out VI seems to have figured them all out.
Lime Out VI is quite possibly the coolest yet wackiest idea with the highest level of execution I’ve ever seen. And I recommend you witness it for yourself next time you visit the US Virgin Islands. Here’s how:
What is Lime Out VI?
Lime Out VI is a floating taco stand in Coral Bay on St. John in the US Virgin Islands, which is only accessible by boat. Their idea is exceptional, but their execution makes it a step above any other food source on the water.
They serve scrumptious tacos ranging from vegan options to BBQ pork. Their frozen cocktails are wildly tasty, particularly on a warm Caribbean day spent on the water.
Tips for Visiting Lime Out VI
Where is Lime Out?
Lime Out VI is stationed in the middle of Coral Harbor in Coral Bay on the East End of St. John in the US Virgin Islands. It’s the only floating taco stand in the Caribbean (that we know of).
How to Get to Lime Out VI
Lime Out will only accept customers who have arrived by boat. You cannot swim or snorkel from shore to the taco boat. Additionally, kayakers and paddleboarders will be turned away because of safety concerns.
The best and easiest way to get to Lime Out is during a day boat charter departing from St. Thomas or St. John.
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Best Boat Charters Visiting Lime Out VI
This begs the question, what is the best boat charter making a pit stop at Lime Out – the floating taco bar – for lunch? Here are a few of my favorites (many of which I’ve been a passenger on or have closely interacted with their operation as I’m a local Captain):
1. Private Motor Vessel – Bonus time Charters from St. Thomas or St. John
Okay, I might be a bit biased here. But Bonus Time Charters is my top pick for visiting Lime Out, particularly because I’m the Captain aboard this vessel!
I promise you, the full-day charter will be one you won’t forget!
2. Shuttle from Coral Bay – Salt & lime
Salt and Lime is a shuttle bringing guests directly to Lime Out from the Coral Bay dinghy dock on St. John. The shuttle departs every hour on a per-seat basis and might be the cheapest option (given you can get to the Coral dinghy dock affordably).
3. Private Motor Vessel – Seas the Day Charters from St. Thomas
My second pick for a customized trip around St. John with a stop at Lime Out in Coral Bay. You’ll make additional stops at epic locations like Leinster Bay, Salt Pond Bay, and Maho Beach to snorkel with sea turtles.
4. Group Catamaran from Cruz Bay and the Westin – Cruz Bay Watersports
Your cheapest option to get to the floating taco bar might be this group sailing trip from Cruz Bay Watersports. The day tour departs from the Westin on St. John before going to Coral Bay for some tacos!
5. Group Motor Vessel from St. Thomas – Stormy Pirates
With a max of 12 passengers, this group motor vessel run by Stormy Pirates is an excellent way to visit the floating taco stand in Coral Bay.
⛵ Looking for other boating destinations? Check out the Northside of St. Thomas for a unique boating adventure in the Virgin Islands.
6. Private Catamaran from St. Thomas – Seas the Day
Seas the Day also runs the best private catamaran trip that frequently stops at Lime Out VI in Coral Bay!
7. Private Motor Vessel from St. John or St. Thomas – Sonic Charters
Name your pick-up location on this customizable full-day boat tour. Stop at Lime Out, the floating taco bar, after visiting the best sights in Virgin Islands National Park.
Other FAQs About Lime Out
Credit Cards are accepted (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) and soggy cash works too!
Lime Out is open every day (during peak season) between 11 AM and 5 PM except the second Saturday of the month for routine maintenance.
Lime Out VI is a delicious floating taco stand in Coral Bay, St. John! Their tacos are a scrumptious addition to a day on the Caribbean water.
You cannot swim or snorkel to Lime Out from shore and expect to be served. They will turn you away due to safety concerns.
Lime Out will not serve you if you paddle to the taco stand via a kayak or paddleboard.
You can visit Lime Out from St. Thomas aboard a day boat charter from Bonus Time Charters, Seas the Day, and Stormy Pirates make the trek over to Coral Bay to visit.
Travel Planning Resources for the US Virgin Islands
Book Your Flight: Book cheap flights on Skyscanner, one of the best tools for finding good deals. The main airport to visit St. John is on St. Thomas (STT).
Rent a Car: Discover Cars compares prices all over the globe – finding you the best deal on a car rental.
Book a Place to Stay: Booking.com is a great resource for comparing hotels and guesthouses. Or book a local apartment rental on VRBO!
Protect Your Trip: Protect yourself from theft or gear damage! World Nomads covers all things while traveling.
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Read More About the Virgin Islands!
We hope you enjoyed our post on visiting Lime Out VI in St. John. Hopefully, you’ll find it useful on your next adventure! Here are a few more ocean-loving articles we think you should read next:
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- How to Ship a Car to the US Virgin Islands
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