Beni Iguana’s Sushi Bar & Restaurant - St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

On February 14, (Valentines Day) 1991, Beni Iguana’s Sushi Bar opened its doors for business. It was founded by Betsy Hutton and her son Todd Reinhard on the island of St. John, in the United States Virgin Islands, and was the only Sushi bar here at that time. We began by importing Japanese Sushi chefs from New York and New Jersey for the first two years of operation. During those years Betsy and Todd learned the art of Sushi and developed their own unique style which separates Beni Iguana’s from other sushi bars around the world.

In May of 1995, we moved from St. John to the island of St. Thomas, into the historical building of the Grand Galleria Hotel, one of the oldest hotels on the island, in the heart of downtown Charlotte Amalie. Here we established a solid reputation, due to the growing popularity of sushi in America, and continue to introduce sushi to the local residents of our community.

On July 15th, 2007, we opened a new and much larger restaurant in Havensight Mall, expanding our business to entertain a larger number of guests and groups. Click here for more information!

What Separates Beni Iguana’s from all other Sushi Bars?

Our Famous Iguana Sauce
(NOT made from Iguanas, silly!)

Beni Iguana’s originated the Iguana Sauce, a creamy sesame dressing that we make ourselves exclusively at Beni Iguana’s (and boy what a pain in the ass it is to make! - Todd Reinhard). Originally designed for our veggie rolls and salads, our patrons started using it for everything else on our menu! In fact, this much sought-after condiment is quickly becoming expected by our regulars like wasabi and soy sauce. From tuna rolls to salmon nigiri, it adds a new twist to complement any meal.

The unique style of our
“Futo Maki” (Large Rolls)

Our owner tired of eating the same plain sushi rolls, so he started mixing and matching different combinations of fish and vegetables that complement each other and created the Beni Iguana’s Large Rolls. These combinations are a Beni Iguana’s Exclusive, created here, only at Beni Iguanas.

Japanese House Salads

Our one-of-a-kind Japanese house salads are a true delight for the senses. The unique tastes and textures will keep you coming back for more.

Our Famous Mussels

What separates Beni Iguana’s most from other sushi bars, besides our great sushi and large fish portions, are our mussels. The only reason you should not eat mussels is if you allergic, otherwise this is a MUST TRY. In fact, we guarantee you will love our mussels. If they aren't the best mussels you've ever had, we will give you your money back!

All photos are of real, edible sushi made by Todd Reinhard, the owner himself.
(We had some good eatin' that day!)

Beni Iguana’s Sushi Bar & Restaurant - Home of the Famous Mussels & Iguana Sauce
Havensight Mall Building IX (#9) • St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 00802
Phone: (340) 77-SUSHI (340-777-8744) or (340) 77-4-TUNA (340-774-8862)