The best restaurants in the West Indies Grande-Terre

Step inside this little hut with its climbing vegetation, just opposite the Fleur d'Épée hotel, for a fine culinary experience. Chef Jean-François welcomes you with open arms. His fresh, refined Creole-chic cuisine will leave you breathless. Semi-cooked tuna, roasted octopus trio, duck breast, crispy sea bream, fricassee of ouassous... Desserts are just as tasty. And if you still have a little room, let yourself be tempted by an artisanal no-sugar-added ice cream at Corossol, the restaurant's ice cream parlour, just a stone's throw away.

A restaurant, bar and pizzeria, this establishment has a panoramic terrace, above the waves, from which you can see the surfers evolve. Competitions take place on this very famous surf spot in Guadeloupe, hence its name. The terrace is very open and therefore exposed to the wind. On the menu, pizzas, salads, pasta, traditional and Creole dishes on the map.

On the road to the Pointe des Châteaux, some restaurants are on the ground, others have the chance to be sea side. This is the case of Ocean and Traditions, which you will reach near the Mervillon grocery store. Park in the common car park, go to the Pirate's Rhumerie and push down the coast, which is occupied by fishing barracks. Here, surprise, a beautiful grates terrace descends down to the rocks. You will choose a table in an idyllic setting; The view is breathtaking. On the menu, fresh seafood products, grilled catfish or marlin steak sauce, served with rice, everything is really delicious.

This restaurant is a Petit-Canal institution, located on Anse Maurice beach for over 60 years. Marie-Line, Pinpin's daughter, now runs the restaurant. Her Creole cuisine lives up to all its promises. On the menu: fricassee of ouassous, fish (fried or in court-bouillon), colombo, roast chicken, chatrou or lambi depending on the season and only at weekends... The restaurant overlooks the beach, and the huge terrace offers a sea view from almost any table.

The ideal address to enjoy healthy dishes with local flavors. The Kréol Bar offers salads with seasonal fruits and vegetables, traditional soups revisited, savory pies made with local gluten-free flour, as well as two dishes of the day (grilled fish, bébélé, bokit, "Kréol" burger, pork stew...), all home-made. For sweets, let yourself be tempted by a waffle made with breadfruit flour or by a fresh juice. Not sure? Ask for advice to Felly, the manager who is passionate about Guadeloupe, she will know how to guide you!