We went to Friars three times between Jan 2 and 9th, specifically Friars Bay Beach Club. The road was much smoother than in Nov/Dec, drove it in a Yaris and had no issues other than the back parking lot by 978 was a bit of a challenge to get in and out. We park there and walk over but there is the lot coming from the other direction by FBBC. First day we went it was nothing but sand and no dip when you walked in and out of the ocean. Our second day there the waves were a bit more and there were some rocks, but as stated you just fine the spot where you can walk in and out with minimal rocks and all good. Third time there back to no or very very few rocks but a bit more of a drop and waves were something to pay attention to but didn't stop us from going in and out.
Food, delicious. Service, love the staff there. Also note that this is FBBC's 30th year! Got the t shirt, lol. No reservations, suggest paying attention to when the place begins to fill up or plan on being on the waiting list.