Next Door by Hey Palu

4.7 (62)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

The Crescent, Camana Bay, Grand Cayman 00000

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2 people

May 22, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Great for live music
Lively

The celebrated Edinburgh cocktail bar Hey Palu, renowned for its devotion to the art of aperitivo, has take over Next Door in the Cayman Islands, marking a bold and elegant new chapter in the region’s hospitality scene.
We’re not here to serve another frozen daiquiri, even if our (Champagne Colada is to die for)” says Alex co-founder of Hey Palu. “We’re here to introduce Cayman to the beauty, balance and elegance that is the ritual of the aperitivo. The aperitivo happy hour isn’t just a drink; it’s a moment.”
Expect crisp, house-seasoned snacks, Italian-style nibbles, and a rotating selection of small plates made for grazing and lingering. From burratina to salumi selection to truffle ravioli and zucchini fritti.
This is not a concept bent to island clichés. There are no flaming cocktails or novelty mugs. Just clean, confident drinks, expert hospitality, and the simple belief that an early evening aperitif might just be the finest way to end the day—or start the night.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Cocktail Bar, Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(345) 746-2484
Website
https://www.nextdoor.ky/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Federico Appino
Private party facilities
We’re here to introduce Cayman to the ritual of the aperitivo. The aperitivo happy hour isn’t just a drink; it’s a moment.Expect crisp, house-seasoned snacks, Italian-style nibbles, and a rotating selection of small plates made for grazing and lingering.Submit your party inquiry via our events section at nextdoor.ky

Location
The Crescent, Camana Bay, Grand Cayman 00000
Neighborhood
Camana Bay
Cross street
Camana Bay Forum Lane at the end, on the roundabout by the marina edge.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 62 people are saying

Next Door by Hey Palu reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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62 Reviews

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Marilyn VIP
Chicago12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great music, friendly service, and good food!. We had a great time while visiting from Las Vegas..
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Michelle VIP
Charlotte24 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely loved coming here for amazing cocktails, excellent service, cool vibe, and excellent live jazz music!
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ken VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I went on a Thursday night with a Jazz Trio playing. The band was great and the place has a very cool vibe. There are lots of cocktails options and the staff is very friendly. I would definitely recommend for a fun night out.
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Katya
Caribbean1 review
5.0
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing place for a date night! Food and drinks are great and servers are very kind.
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Conrad
Calgary2 reviews
1.0
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The advertised happy hour snacks were a tiny bowl of soggy nuts and another tiny bowl of 4 stale potato chips. My wife ordered a Paloma cocktail and it was horrible. We did not drink it and the server never asked us about it. Too bad. This place used to be really good.
Next Door by Hey PaluResponded on January 8, 2025
Hi Conrad, Thank you for your review -- I'm so sorry to hear that this was your experience! We noted with our kitchen that the complimentary Aperitivo snacks were not up to par -- no one wants to receive or serve soggy snacks. And as a classic cocktail, your Paloma should've been delicious, not disappointing. I've already followed up with staff to dial that in and to be more diligent in checking in on guests as this experience could've been easily fixed! Please let me know if you decide to stop in again, so that we can show you what our guest's usual experience at Next Door has been and to apologize in person. We don't want this to be the flavor left in your mouth. Thank you again for your feedback.
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Angie
Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Did not have food , just drinks. Great location.
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Oana
Montreal / Quebec1 review
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was great, the cocktail too. What can I say about the service ? The server ( roumanian guy) was really really great . Thank you for this great evening !
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Gina
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience!! Thank you Walter and all the amazing staff. Food was outstanding, service was exceptional, and the atmosphere cannot be matched! Visit Next Door when in Cayman
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Kim
St. Louis1 review
5.0
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been there several times and have always had a great experience!
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Nicholas
Pittsburgh1 review
5.0
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Max, Raz, Darren, Nikita, Ben, Megan. All of these individuals are amazing and very kind! They all make wonderful drinks, and their hospitality is superb!!! I would recommend them all!! The atmosphere at this establishment is very welcoming! They will definitely have me coming back in the future!
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Next Door by Hey Palu is rated 4.7 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 22, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

The Crescent, Camana Bay, Grand Cayman 00000

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Camana Bay Forum Lane at the end, on the roundabout by the marina edge.
Neighborhood
Camana Bay
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Cocktail Bar, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Federico Appino
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.nextdoor.ky/
Phone number
(345) 746-2484
Private party facilities
We’re here to introduce Cayman to the ritual of the aperitivo. The aperitivo happy hour isn’t just a drink; it’s a moment.Expect crisp, house-seasoned snacks, Italian-style nibbles, and a rotating selection of small plates made for grazing and lingering.Submit your party inquiry via our events section at nextdoor.ky

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