Barbados grows an array of tropical fruits including banana, mango, golden apple, carambola (5-finger), grapefruit and guava. You can purchase these crops in the supermarket, at vegetable markets and farmers markets and from roadside vendors.

The most famous fruit native to Barbados is the Barbados Cherry, also known globally as the Acerola (Malpighia emarginata). While it is found across the West Indies and parts of Central and South America, its namesake reflects its deep-rooted history on the island. This small, bright red fruit is legendary in the world of nutrition because it contains one of the highest natural concentrations of Vitamin C on Earth—often 30 to 50 times more than an equivalent weight of oranges. Beyond the cherry, Barbados is a lush home to many tropical staples like the Bajan Ackee (distinct from the Jamaican variety), Breadfruit, and various types of Mangoes, though many of these were introduced by settlers. The Barbados Cherry remains a cherished "backyard" fruit for locals, who often eat them fresh off the tree or use the tart, acidic juice to make refreshing drinks and jams. It is a true "superfood" that predates the arrival of many commercial agricultural crops on the island.