L'Instant Présent

Top choice in Réunion


Don't miss this soulful restaurant in the centre of Petite Île – it gets favourable word-of-mouth reviews along with our stamp of approval. The menu centres around Creole and French specialities with a creative twist. If you appreciate fine dining in pleasing surrounds, you won't leave disappointed. It also rents one double (€30) and one quadruple (€50), with a two-night minimum stay – bargain!


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