Must-see restaurants in Mauritius

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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:…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Courtyard

    Port Louis

    Set around an attractive courtyard, this European-style restaurant also features professional service, and an impressive menu that focuses on a memorable…

  • L'Atelier

    Port Louis

    This gorgeous little cafe has an upstairs bookshop, artworks on the wall, a concrete floor, wi-fi and a classy and contemporary feel to it – we could…

  • Domaine Anna

    Flic en Flac

    You'll need a taxi or rental car to get here, but you'll be glad you made the trip: this is Flic en Flac's most refined dining experience, set in colonial…

  • Mich Resto

    Chamarel

    Consistently glowing reviews from travellers, a classier setting than most in the area, friendly waiters, one of the best palm-heart salads we've tasted,…

  • Le Poivrier

    The North

    This charming, French-run place does a thoughtfully prepared European menu with fresh salads backed up with bruschettas, risottos, pastas and steak…

  • 1974

    The North

    This fabulous place in warm terracotta hues is the work of Italians Antonio and Giulia. The food includes pasta and seafood with an emphasis on fresh…

  • Le Bazilic

    Mauritius

    What a fabulous place this is, with sandwiches both simple and gourmet, rice and noodle dishes such as pad thai, pasta, and a range of vegetarian options…

  • La Belle Rodriguaise

    Rodrigues

    Perfected recipes by Françoise, author of a respected Rodriguan cookbook, are served on a breezy veranda with never-ending ocean views. Meals are mostly…

  • Wapalapam Island Eatery

    Mauritius

    The sort of chilled place you'd expect to find in a downtempo Mauritius beach town, Wapalapam Island Eatery is actually quite the rarity in this part of…

  • Le Gris Gris

    Mauritius

    Rosy's place is a simple affair with a motley assortment of wicker and plastic furniture. The food, however, never misses the mark – locals and tourists…

  • Yuzu

    Port Louis

    Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese fusion cooking fuse seamlessly at this swish and sophisticated restaurant at Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel. The…

  • La Vielle Rouge

    Mauritius

    Fish and seafood cooked fresh or with a few Asian inflections make Le Vielle Rouge one of the standout options in town. Service is friendly and signature…

  • Roti Aka Vinoda

    Flic en Flac

    It's all very simple here - rotis or farata (Indian flatbreads) filled with whatever you like – fish, beef, chicken etc. The quality puts many Indian…

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