Must-see restaurants in Mauritius, Réunion & Seychelles

  • La Grande Maison

    Mahé

    At Takamaka Bay, La Grande Maison is the home kitchen of Christelle Verheyden, arguably the country's most talented chef. The atmosphere, in a restored…

  • Le Café des Arts

    Mauritius

    This intriguing dining option is located within an old mill that has been transformed into Victoria 1840, an oddly charming gallery space, with canvases…

  • Restaurant Le Barbizon

    Chamarel

    Barbizon may not look like much, but it's a fabulous place. Marie-Ange helms the kitchen, whipping up traditional Mauritian flavours from her family's…

  • Lambic

    Port Louis

    Set in a refurbished colonial home in the heart of the capital's chaos, Lambic is a beer buff's paradise, with dozens upon dozens of local and imported…

  • Domaine

    Grand Baie

    'Domaine' is the answer every local offers when travellers ask where to go to savour some Mauritian home cookin'. The best dishes are those starred on the…

  • Boulette Ti Kouloir

    Grand Baie

    Off Royal Rd, this is one of Grand Baie's best places for street food. As the name suggests, this microscopic place really is just a ti couloir (li'l…

  • Le Domaine's Combava

    La Digue

    Surrounded by water features and ocean views, this elegant open-air restaurant within Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie Resort & Spa offers fine dining, a cool…

  • Le Nautique

    La Digue

    Small, but perfectly formed, the elevated deck of this open-air dining room overlooks the ocean and provides a romantic setting for a dinner that won't…

  • La Maison d'Été

    Mauritius

    The restaurant at La Maison d'Été is run like a stand-alone establishment, serving an enticing assortment of Mauritian and fusion food of the highest…

  • Marie-Antoinette

    Victoria

    Marie-Antoinette isn't just a restaurant, it's an experience, especially at dinner. It occupies a beautiful, wood-and-iron colonial Seychellois mansion…

  • Les Letchis

    The East

    Les Letchis has a fantastic location in a luxuriant garden by the Rivière des Marsouins. The menu is an ode to Creole classics and 'riverfood'; standouts…

  • Del Place

    Mahé

    This delightful spot weds cafe-cool to excellent cooking. The centrepiece is local seafood: octopus straight from the lagoon, baked red snapper in banana…

  • Pyramid Snack

    Mauritius

    This hero of the street-food scene is beside the petrol station just across from the market. Delicious biryani (rice cooked in a steel pot with various…

  • La Clef des Champs

    Mauritius

    If you're in the Floréal area, we highly recommend seeking out the table d'hôte – and pet project – of Jacqueline Dalais, chef to the stars. Known for her…

  • Canne à Sucre

    Flic en Flac

    Now here's something special: an authentic slice of Mauritian life in the midst of touristy Flic en Flac. May has converted her roadside bar-restaurant…

  • Chez Tante Athalie

    The North

    The best-known table d'hôte in the area, open-sided Chez Tante Athalie offers fresh, simple, wonderful Creole tastes overlooking a garden filled with…

  • Chez Meung

    The North

    Join the queue and watch a master reap the whirlwind. Every lunchtime, Meung cooks and serves up some of the simplest and best Chinese food on the island…

  • Café International - The Flame Grill

    The North

    This popular South African–run spot serves up an excellent assortment of dishes from around the world. Burgers here come in many forms with the quality of…

  • La Kaz à Léa

    Réunion

    This much-loved case, with its shady terrace and cosy dining room, is a soothing spot. It offers beautifully presented Creole, métro and Asian-inspired…

  • Frenchie Café

    Mauritius

    One of the coolest places on the island, French-run Frenchie does quick bites and more substantial (but reasonably priced) mains, as well as breakfasts…

  • La Bonne Chute

    Mauritius

    Don't be dissuaded by its location adjacent to a petrol station; La Bonne Chute has been around since 1969 (!) and has built its reputation on expertly…

  • Le Saint-Michel

    Réunion

    Part of the eponymous hotel, this is the gourmet choice in St-Gilles. With its enticing dining deck by the pool, charming welcome and delicious cuisine,…

  • L'Instant Plaisirs

    Réunion

    If you're growing weary of heavy regional dishes, this cute crêperie is a godsend. It's renowned for its gourmet crêpes and galettes made from quality…

  • Rockpool

    Mahé

    The views here, next to Bliss hotel, are rather special and there's a real classy-but-casual atmosphere; they haven't tried to cram in too many tables,…

  • Kafe Kreol

    Mahé

    One of the east coast's best seaside restaurants, stylish and breezy Kafe Kreol combines beachside charm, good service and terrific food; the octopus…

  • St Aubin Table d'hôte

    Mauritius

    The height of the St Aubin experience is a meal at the charming table d'hôte. The dining room is one of the island's best throwbacks to colonial times:…

  • Oscars - The Bar & Grill

    Mahé

    For fresh fish, grilled just the way it should be, Oscars is a terrific choice. There's grouper, sailfish, marlin and red snapper, but the best order is…

  • L'Alchimiste

    Chamarel

    The Rhumerie de Chamarel's chic restaurant boasts an impressive menu that promises to satisfy, with seafood and palm heart from the surrounding hills the…

  • Chez Éva Annibal

    The East

    Chez Éva Annibal is something of an institution on the island. Pack a hearty thirst and giant-sized appetite before venturing into this plain but feisty…

  • Sauterelle

    Grand Baie

    Rising above the Sunset Boulevard shopping precinct, this oasis of sophistication is a fine choice. Dishes range far and wide, and might include roasted…

  • Le Jardin de Beau Vallon

    Mauritius

    Emerging from an inland thicket of trees and sky-scraping cane leaves, Beau Vallon is an enchanting colonial estate that has been lovingly refurbished…

  • Chez Robert et Solange

    Rodrigues

    This place is the essence of Rodrigues: fresh fish cooked in simple surroundings by the sea. It's 100m through the trees from the beach and with expertly…

  • Le Château Bel Ombre

    Mauritius

    Le Château, set in a stunning conversion of the old Bel Ombre plantation house, is the place for an exceptional, atmospheric meal of traditional Franco…

  • Escale Créole

    Mauritius

    Around 1km from Eureka, and well signposted along the main road through Moka, this charming garden table d'hôte (privately hosted meal) serves up…

  • Chez François

    Mauritius

    For a bowl of noodles served fresh off the boat, this simple family-run place is wildly popular with locals. The mine bouille (boiled noodles) with…

  • Eureka Table d'Hôte

    Mauritius

    To deepen your Eureka experience we recommend planning your visit around noon to enjoy a relaxing repast at the in-house table d'hôte. Sample an…

  • Chez Philippe

    Mauritius

    Take-away-only Chez Philippe is a fabulous little deli serving up pre-prepared takeaway meals, such as salads, lasagne and creative interpretations of…

  • Creole Shack

    Flic en Flac

    Set just back from the beach so that passers-by don't even know it's there, this wood-lined place does authentic Creole cooking like coconut prawns,…

  • La Falaise Rouge

    Mauritius

    Reached through an attractive honour guard of palm trees between Mahébourg and View Grand Port, La Falaise Rouge combines good food with stunning views –…

  • Wang Thai

    The North

    Long the best restaurant in town and a pioneer of authentic Thai food in Mauritius, Wang Thai is a sophisticated, airy place with Buddha statues and raw…