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Regardless on which side of the island you are accommodated, make sure to visit restaurants on both sides of the island! Explore the French gastronomy, but pay also a visit to the fine restaurants on Dutch St Maarten. Mainly in Philipsburg and Simpson Bay, there is a broad range of cooking styles and ethnic food to choose from. |
Besides French,and Italian food, you will find American, Mexican, Argentinean, Indian, Indonesian, Surinamese, Japanese, Chinese, Créole and Antillean cuisine. Many of them are in a beautiful setting at the waterfront of Great Bay, Simpson Bay Lagoon or the Maho Reef. After dinner, there are plenty of places, on Dutch St. Maarten, from bars and discotheques to Casinos and gambling places, to keep you entertained. |
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Anand |
Indian Cuisine. A bit hidden little restaurant, located in a small alley just around the corner of L'Escargot. | Antoine |
French/Créole Cuisine with a touch of Italian flavors and ingredients. The New York Times voted Antoine´s Lobster Thermidor "the best on the island". Amazing waterfront dining with sensational view. Seafood Lovers will enjoy the Seafood Linguine which uses only the freshest local produce. Open 11am to 11pm |
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| Chesterfields 542 3484 Great Bay Bobby´s Marina |
International cuisine. Great food in Great Bay, in a nice, waterfront setting. Large choice of various dishes, for lunch or dinner. Also great place for (American) breakfast. A popular place with the local (business) community for lunch. |
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Chez Delphine is a surprising place. The French owner provides excellent cuisine at very attractive prices. A wide variety of breakfast, snacks, and exquisite main courses, including lobster, at lunch time. Dinner at some nights. The place gives ample of opportunity to sit either right with your feet in the sand and water, or in a cabana like cozy place in midst of the action at Boardwalk. Don't miss this place, when you are strolling along Great Bay in Philipsburg! |
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Da Livio |
is no longer in operation. The owner and most of his crew moved to Mr. Busby / Daniels by the sea on Dawn Beach/Oyster Pond! | ||||
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Classic, delicious French Cuisine and seafood with a special twist. L´Escargot is celebrating over 30 years of excellent dining in a vintage gingerbread Creole house that dates back over 150 years. There is a choice of 8 different styles of snails on the menu, and house favorites include a fabulous Rack of Lamb, Langouste, and their famous Roasted Duck. Some of their desserts have been award winning. Friday night, they feature "La Cage aux Folles", a lively dinner cabaret show, and reservations for that are a Must! Open for lunch and dinner. |
Greenhouse Bar & Restaurant |
International cuisine. Open for lunch & dinner. A good place for Happy Hour or a casual evening out. Fully stocked bar. A casual bar and restaurant, where you can also sit outside to enjoy the fine Caribbean weather. | ||||
| Island Flavia 545 3333 Philipsburg, Boardwalk near Oualichi |
Open every day from 10am to 8pm with Caribbean cuisine in an informal atmosphere. Moderately priced (main courses start at $13.95). A place for having lunch or a snack overlooking the azure blue waters of Great Bay. The menu features traditional island cuisine. Variety of grilled meat and fish specialties, also salads, burgers and subs. | Kangaroo Court Café
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A delightful shady courtyard located to the right of the Court House. Light lunch (sandwiches, fantastic salads, pasta specials), deli, or a bite of cake and coffee. | ||||
Kan Kan Trie |
A nice little place to have lunch. Let you prepare a plate with some authentic Surinamese or local food while you sit outside on the terrace on the beach.
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Mark's Place 543 2625 Philipsburg Bush Rd 79-A at the Grand Marche |
Creole cuisine. Appetizers include Christophine Farcie, Acras, Calamari Cocktail, some great salads. Main courses range from seafood (e.g. local snapper, conch stew) to chicken and other meats (steaks, creole chicken, goat stew, pork tenderloin, etc.). Don't get fooled by the location of Mark's place on the parking of the supermarket. He keeps providing excellent food & service for over a decade ! | ||||
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Old Captain Restaurant
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Sushi and other Oriental specialties from China, Indonesia and Japan. International seafood dishes. Dine air-conditioned, or on the terrace on Great Bay Beach. Lunch or dinner in a relaxed setting. Chef Molly prepares daily specials at very competitive prices. Deliveries anywhere in Philipsburg available. Karaoke "Sound & Sushi" Friday night. Sunday Brunch with a superb buffet. | ||||
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One of the newer places in town, this fun, nautical-themed eatery serves up mostly sandwiches, pizza and burgers. You can sit outside on the beach or inside, or at one of the tables on the covered veranda. The glass-covered bar and some of the tables are decorated with sand, shells, and other beachy things. Oualichi is a popular hang-out, which can also be booked for special occasions and business luncheons etc.
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Pasanggrahan 542 3588 Philipsburg Boardwalk 19 Front Street (at the Pasanggrahan Guesthouse) |
Open for bfst, lunch and dinner. Set amidst a wonderful, tropical garden of the Creole-style Pasanggrahan Hotel, they do not only serve Indian food throughout the day, but also international cuisine. Pasanggrahan is also good for seafood. | ||||
| Pink Pearl 542 0230 Philipsburg Front Street 147 |
On the water on Front Street. Low-key eatery serving great shrimp wantons, also affordable Steaks.
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Shiv Sagar
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The first Indian restaurant on the island. It is authentic Indian cuisine, including spicy madras curries, lamb and tandoori chicken masala. Succulent meals are prepared in a traditional Tandoori oven. Traditional curries and kebabs from India, and chicken Korma. Succulent sauces, not all are curries. Excellent staff, the service is good and so is the ambiance. Open for lunch and dinner. |
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Another excellent option for a low-key lunch, or early evening out on the Boardwalk. Lunch specials for 7-10$, and reasonably priced dinner menu. Live band on Friday evenings. Owners Sue and Norman Wathey combine decades of culinary experience, as the couple also runs the Kangaroo Court for many years. |
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Restaurants in >Simpson Bay & Cole Bay< |
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| Aqua Simpson Bay, Airport Rd. (opposite the Winair ticketing office, next to Lal's) |
Casual open air eatery on the water (lagoon-side) with very good Sushi. Besides the Sushi menu, they also feature an eclectic menu with a variety of dishes. Moroccan feel inside with gauge drapes, cushioned benches, nice pillows etc. Aqua has a fish tank. | Bavaria 544 2665 Cole Bay Welfare Rd 103 |
German food & German beer. Specials at special occasions, e.g. Octoberfest. | ||||
Le Bec Fin
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French Cuisine Gourmet restaurant established on the island for over 20 years. Overlooking beautiful ocean views, this charming restaurant with an excellent reputation for fine dining serves French cuisine with an exotic flair, fixed and vegetarian menus, including Tuna Tartare, Snapper from Saba with Colombo Sauce, New Zealand Rack of Lamb with an Oriental Sauce, Foie Gras with Porto and Ginger Sauce. Delicious desserts. Extensive wine list from renowned regions of France. Friendly and professional staff. Open 7/7 for dinner only, 6.00 to 10pm. |
Boat House 544 5409 Simpson Bay Airport Rd |
Popular for steaks and seafood on the waterfront in Simpson Bay. Nice set up in a colorful Creole-style cottage. | ||||
| Buccaneer Bar Simpson Bay / Kim Sha Beach (next to Atrium Resort before you drive up the hill towards Pelican Resort). |
Open daily from 11am-11pm A low key eatery and beach bar, good for steaks, seafood, pizza.... right on the water/beach of Simpson Bay. BBQ grill and Pizza oven. Live entertainment four days a week from 5PM to 8PM, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. They also offer beach chairs and umbrellas free for customers. |
Captain´s Cove
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Top-rated Steak and Seafood House on the waterfront of Pelican Resort Club marina. Lobster, and prime US and Argentine steaks, ribs, chops, rack of lamb, baked stuffed Caribbean lobster, local seafood, pastas. Broad list of value wines and famous vintages. Actually, it is the only restaurant on St. Maarten to be awarded The Wine Spectator´s prestigious "Award of Excellence"... The right place for couples looking for romantic waterfront dining in air-conditioned comfort. Homemade desserts and pastries. Live music for dinner dancing on Mondays and Fridays. Open 7/7 |
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| Fathoms Tavern 545 3333 Simpson Bay, Airport Road 106 (Former Le Perroquet) |
Presently closed (for unknown reasons). | Los Gauchos |
Argentine Grill and Steakhouse. Open 7/7 for lunch and dinner. | ||||
La Guinguette
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French Bar-Restaurant at Port de Plaisance, located directly at the marina, close to Princess Casino. Choose to sit in the comfort of an air-conditioned dining room, or enjoy the night breeze on the romantic outdoor terrace. | The Hideaway 544 2650 Simpson Bay at La Vista Resort |
Locally created Creole dishes, as well as fine international cuisine in an intimate and casual poolside setting. Serves up great pastas, and fish dishes. Open 7/7 for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Live entertainment Thursday, Friday, Saturday. | ||||
Jimbo´s Rock & Blues Café
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Delicious fare of Tex-Mex grilled over chips of smoking Mesquite. Open air dining and swim-up bar. The open air seating is set around a beautiful pool with two waterfalls. The menu ranges from Hamburger to sizzling lobster Fajitas, and some special Vegetarian menus. Great Nachos. 32oz fish bowl Margaritas! Classic Rock & Roll, Blues. Open 7/7 for lunch and dinner. | Joe´s Pub and Grill 557 9954 Simpson Bay between Subway and 7 Alive |
Maybe one of the most understated restaurants on St. Maarten. Don't equate the sparse decor with the food. The food is great and very reasonably prices. You can eat in or get a take out and find a quiet spot on the beach nearby to enjoy your meal. All You Can Eat Ribs Tuesday to Saturday nights. Joe´s is known for serving the best Rib Platters you can find on Sint Maarten. | ||||
Johnny Under the Tree
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St. Maarten's most famous "Lolo" (a low-key BBQ roadside stand). Johnny is a favorite with locals and visitors-in-the-know for many years. Some say the shrimps or lobsters at Johnny's are to die for! The BBQ is set up just next to the road in Cole Bay, from the car dealers and KFC approx. 200 yards further down the road towards Marigot, on your left! | Laguna Ristorante 545 2025 Simpson Bay Airport Rd 102 |
Closed for good since owners retired. | ||||
Lal´s
Indian Cuisine |
Open 7/7 for dinner, Fri-Sun for lunch as well. Opposite the old airport arrival area, this casual place offers traditional East Indian and Tandoori specialties. Vegetarian, chicken, lamb, mutton and seafood specialties. |
Lee´s Roadside Grill & Bar |
Casual dining spot overlooking the charter and fishing boats on the lagoon. On the inexpensively priced menu is grilled seafood, fish, lobster, ribs, chicken, BBQ, and steak. | ||||
Mary's Boon Beach Plantation
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Renowned for its historical and ambient Mary´s Boon Beach Plantation Resort, founded in 1970, the restaurant offers a wonderful dining experience right on the beach at Simpson Bay. Its open air seaside dining gallery provides a romantic atmosphere serving international cuisine . | Mezzanotte 544 2236 Cole Bay Welfare Rd 76 |
Fine Italian Cuisine, opened in July 2001. Spacious restaurant area with subtle Mexican influences and subdued lighting gives a comfortable atmosphere. Expansive menu features a great selection of traditional and innovative Italian dishes. Daily fresh seafood. Extensive wine list with over 130 wines from all over the world. Open 7/7 for dinner only, 6 to 11pm. |
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| Old Silk Pekin Sea Food House 544 2331 Cole Bay Union Rd 39 |
Chinese cuisine | Pasta Café 545 3098 Simpson Bay Palapa Center & Marina |
American Breakfast, Bagels, Sandwich, Snacks, Seafood, Pasta. Open for bfst, lunch and dinner. | ||||
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A real Pub on Sint Maarten with darts, music, and pub fare! Overlooking Simpson Bay Lagoon, Peg Leg offers waterside dining in a casual, air conditioned, family friendly environment. Steak, prime filet, T-Bones, New York Strips, rib-eyes, fresh seafood at reasonable prices. Over 30 of the world´s most famous beers. Open for lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday. Open for dinner on Sundays (from 4pm on). |
Pineapple Pete 544 6030 Simpson Bay (opposite Megaplex cinema). |
Open daily from 11am till late. Under new ownership and management since 2006, this casual eatery has become a popular and busy place, mainly with Northamerican (repeat) clients and visitors. They also feature Pool tables in an air-conditioned room and live music on some nights. The waiters are very attentive and efficient, and the bartenders do also a wonderful job. | ||||
| Pizza Hut 545 3210 Simpson Bay Airport Rd 65 |
Offers Dine-In, Carry-Out or Delivery. | Pride of India 544 4917 Cole Bay Welfare Rd 58 |
Authentic Indian Cuisine reasonably priced. Offers dine-in and take away menus. | ||||
| El Rancho Caribe 545 2495 Simpson Bay Palapa Center |
Argentinean Grill and steakhouse. Good selection of Argentinean wine. Open for lunch and dinner | Ric´s Place |
An American Cafe & Sports Bar. Great food, great ambiance, reasonably priced. Featuring American Burgers, Philly Steaks, Tex-Mex cuisine and full breakfast menu. | ||||
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This restaurant features creative American cuisine elegantly presented. A great place for a romantic meal on the waterfront. Sit outside overlooking the marina, or inside, in the wonderful mahogany dining room. Saratoga has been rated by Frommer's 2003 as, "....the most cutting edge restaurant on St. Maarten..." The creative menu changes daily and combines the freshest ingredients. Saratoga has a great wine list from many of the top wine regions in the world, and probably the finest scotch list of the island. Open for dinner only, from 6.30 to 10.30pm, closed on Sunday. |
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Owned and operated by Johann & Shannon. A unique new concept from thousands of years past. Cooking On STONE! Experience the heat for your selves. Open 11am-11pm. Reservations gladly accepted at 599-580-7141. Grand Opening was in October 27th, 2006. Excellent quality of the meat! | ||||
| La Suite 545 2088 Simpson Bay, 12 Airport Road (2nd floor on top of McDonald's) |
Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. On Sat and Sun dinner only Gastronomic French Cuisine A relatively new French place in Simpson Bay that also offers attractively priced lunch menus. Friday and Saturday night special menus at $55 with the finest French Antillean ingredients and flavors. |
Tequila |
Genuine Tex-Mex-Kitchen. Thursday Mexican Buffet. Open for lunch and dinner. | ||||
Top Carrot
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Mediterranean cuisine and delicious vegetarian menus, daily specials created with a personal touch. Located in the stylish Simpson Bay Yacht Club complex, Top Carrot offers relaxing indoor lounge ambiance, or shaded bistro-style dining on the cool terrace. Complete, authentic fruit and vegetable juice bar, and home baked desserts. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. | Topper's
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Formerly Bananas Restaurant, now: Toppers - International Cuisine with innovative menu. Prime Rib on special nights. Open from 11am Mon - Sat for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday from 4:00pm for dinner only. Daily specials and children's menu available. | ||||
Turtle Pier |
Turtle Pier Bar and restaurant is located on the water of Simpson Bay lagoon, and features creative Caribbean cuisine. Fresh lobster which you can pick from the lobster pool. |
Valentino's |
Italian Bistro with fine dining in an intimate atmosphere. Just recently opened (Valentine's day 2007), Valentino's offers free Champagne Bellini during your dinner! They have genuine home-made pasta, gourmet pizzas, and other Italian specialties. Nice decoration with many photos of young and old movie celebrities in the air-conditioned dining room and lounge.Open 7/7 from 6pm on. Expensive. |
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The Wayang Doll
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Indonesian Cuisine. If you are looking for something different check out this one. Indonesia once was a colony of the Netherlands, hence the strong influence of Indonesian cuisine in Holland. You have to taste a so called Indonesian rijstafel, an assortment of many differently spiced side-dishes! Dynamite Lunch special every day. |
White Swan Bar & Restaurant 544 2844 Simpson Bay Welfare Rd 58 |
Fine Chinese Cuisine. Enjoys a good reputation | ||||
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Restaurants in >Maho & Cupecoy< |
Restaurants in >Maho & Cupecoy< |
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Bamboo Bernies
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Bamboo Bernies is a Tiki Bar, Sushi Bar, Restaurant, Beach Club, and live music venue. Exotic Tiki drinks, fresh sushi, BBQ, live music, in a Caribbean setting, surrounded by the Caribbean Sea with fantastic panoramic views. Great spot to watch beautiful sunsets! Features over 30 varieties of tropical drinks. Moderate prices. Kids under 10 eat for free. Open 7/7 for lunch and dinner. Bamboo Bernies features the island´s only beach cinema. | Bella Napoli |
Carlo@Bella Napoli is a popular Pizzeria and restaurant at the Atlantis Casino entrance. Outside dining is a bit like sitting in the entrance hall of the casino. Carlo Pinto is the fun loving chef and brings the unique character to this place. The pizzas are excellent. Unfortunately, a bit overpriced, but this is not unique to the Cupecoy area. | ||||
Bliss
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Contemporary American cuisine elegantly presented on the al fresco terrace. Casual lunch, weekend brunches, fresh fish, dinner in open air setting on the waterfront. Wonderful Tuna, fresh Caribbean Lobster Bruschetta, slow baked Salmon, seared Red Snapper, and tender grilled Sirloin. You may also relax by the lagoon style pool as you sip tropical drinks. Contemporary American cuisine is stylishly presented on the alfresco terrace as the ocean waves gently lap below or while you admire a magnificent sunset. Closed on Mondays. Open air night club and hangout bar next door. | Le Charolais |
Exceptional quality and finest meat cuts. Open 7/7 for dinner only. | ||||
| Cheri´s Café 545 3361 Maho |
American Cuisine and entertainment! | La Gondola 545 3938 Cupecoy at Atlantis Casino |
Elegant Italian Decor that includes renaissance paintings and sculptures. All classical and original pasta dishes are genuinely home made. |
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| Khush Ultra Lounge Tapas Bar 545 4343 Cupecoy 130 Lowlands (formerly Citrus) |
Open on weekdays 6-12pm, and 6pm to 1 pm on weekends. Re-opened in early 2007, with the new concept to simply pamper patrons as they lounge on the comfortable sofas, or sit at the modern romantic dining tables. Tapas menu includes sticks of Foie Gras, Coconut brioche, Blue Water Crab Cake, Chicken and Truffle Croque Monsieur. The light dishes, with portions meant to be shared, offer diners a chance to sample several enchanting creations prepared by a French chef |
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Le Montmartre reflects the ambiance of Parisian Cabarets of the early 19th century, the embodiment of French culture and "joie de vivre", French ambiance and fine French food. Some call it a "gourmet temple". Spacious interior, rich decor, stylishly highlighted by art nouveau lamps. Impeccable service, broad selection of the finest French wines. Open 7/7 for dinner only. Price range for entrees around $25 - $35. |
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International Cuisine A wonderful place to enjoy an excellent French dinner. Attentive and attractive French waiters will guide you through your dinner. Excellent food and excellent service, while you may want to watch people and entertainment at Cheri's Cafe, just below the Moulin Fou's terrace. Moulin Fou has both, inside air-conditioned sitting in a beautifully decorated dining room, or outside on the veranda. |
Paris Bistro 545 5677 Maho Reef Shopping Plaza |
Paris Bistro has the charme of an elegant French restaurant and offers classical and contemporary French cuisine. |
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| Pizza Pasta 545 4034 Maho Reef Shopping Plaza |
A true Italian Trattoria. Open for lunch and dinner. | Rare 545 5714 Cupecoy at Atlantis Casino |
Steaks and international cuisine.
Open for dinner only. A relatively new place to enjoy a night filled with Steak "Dare to be rare!" |
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| RomAntica 545 3040 Maho Shopping Plaza (2nd floor) |
Fine Italian Cuisine . Brand new fine restaurant at Maho Shopping Plaza (2nd floor). Elegant, yet cozy atmosphere. |
La Rosa Too |
This is a great Italian restaurant nestled in the far corner of the Maho Resort complex. You can sit on the balcony overlooking La Rosa´s Waterfalls and the night life of St. Maarten. Consistent top quality Italian Food with a Caribbean flair. Open for dinner only. Closed on Sunday. |
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A great beach side 'hang-out' bar. Happy hours are always a lot of fun. Enjoy watching tourists sitting in the center of the beach running for their lives when an airplane comes in! Delicious beach food, seafood, drink specials, and live entertainment (Wednesday, Friday and Sunday from 6:30-10pm). | Temptation |
Fine dining restaurant with live piano music and international cuisine. The softly lit, cozy dining room is fashionable, romantic and soothing at the same time, and was created by celebrated designer Craig Spann. The extensive and ever-evolving Nouveau Caribbean menu and flawless service make dining a seductive culinary experience. Open 7/7 for dinner only. Closed on Monday in low season. |
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Restaurants on >Oyster Pond & Dawn Beach< |
Restaurants on >Oyster Pond & Dawn Beach< |
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Mr. Busby's Beach Bar
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Fresh local lobster on the beach of Oyster Pond (Dawn Beach). This is a really nice, but not well-known beach restaurant. They serve mostly local food. Visit for lunch or join the bar crowd at happy hour. At night, Mr. Busby turns into "Daniels by the Sea", for fine dining with Daniel and his seasoned staff, who formerly ran famous "Da Livio" in Philipsburg. | ||||
Big Fish
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Open for bfst, lunch & dinner The newest restaurant on Oyster Pond/Dawn Beach, opened in early 2007. The setting of this waterfront eatery is very nice and appealing. Good choice for inexpensive lunch. More expensive dinner menu, serving excellent fish (and other specialties). Friendly and attentive service! |
Beau Beau
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You can take a table in front of their beautiful pool, the ocean in the front, and St Barth as a background. At the French/Dutch border, the Beau Beau features International American and Caribbean cuisine and entertainment (Cabaret and live music local bands). Open 7/7 for bfst, lunch and dinner | ||||
Captain Oliver´s
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Unique restaurant on the island, sitting right on the border of the French and Dutch part of the island. The restaurant is entirely constructed above water at the Oyster Pond marina. The chef prepares fresh fish and seafood specialties. Saturday night: Lobster buffet. Captain Oliver´s is known for its large tank, where you can select your own lobster. You can also watch sharks and turtles underneath your glass bottom table! Open 7/7 from 7am to 11pm. |
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