Cuisine Amériques - Caraïbes Saint Martin

An entity in Guadeloupe that has been exported since 2018 to Saint-Martin for our greatest pleasure! At Ginette's, it's the explosion of colours already in the joyful decoration of the room, it's the good mood and especially the true true cuisine of the islands. The acras are accompanied by homemade fruit punch or famous Ouassous with coconut milk. Ginette and her chef want to bring joy to hearts and warm palates. The recipes are made in-house. Opt for the Creole plate for a short gastronomic tour.

All over the world, the poke bowl - a Hawaiian dish presented in a bowl and composed of rice, vegetables, crudités, fresh fruit and marinated raw fish served in cubes - continues to gain fans. La Kaz à Poke, which opened in August 2022 in place of the former Burger 12, opposite the Fort-Louis marina, has made it its specialty. The concept? You customize the chef's recipes (fish, chicken, beef or shrimp) by choosing your base (rice, quinoa or salad). A bowl of fresh flavors, to eat in or take away!

Since 1978, Rosemary has been working hard to introduce Creole specialties to tourists and locals alike at her restaurant, which is the oldest in the lolos. The atmosphere is relaxed and colorful, thanks to the madras tablecloths. A specialist in lambi fricassee, she also prepares local fish(mahi-mahi, snapper...) very well, either fried or grilled, which she buys from the fishermen at the nearby market. As for breakfast, you should try the boiled green banana.

It's a little slice of Mexico in the heart of Jordan Village, above Mullet Bay and a stone's throw from the American Medical University. Here, you can enjoy tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, chile relleno, nachos and tortas. Everything is homemade, delicious and very reasonably priced. You order at the counter and can sit out on the terrace or take away. The staff are very friendly, and you can communicate in English or Spanish. Try the Birria Grilled Cheese Sandwich. It's not exactly light, but who cares!

La Perle Bleue is located at the very end of the boardwalk, away from the noisiest bars on the Philipsburg waterfront. With tables on the beach of the capital of Sint-Maarten, it is the perfect address for lunch between two shopping sessions or for an aperitif after spending the afternoon on the beach. As for the cuisine, good quality Creole specialties (wings, ribs, grilled fish...) and a few French specialties, but rather intended for American customers. La Perle Bleue also has another establishment in Cole Bay.

Grand-Case's lolos are renowned for their generous plates and consistent produce. Sky's the Limit, on the street side, is always busy with locals, some of whom prefer to take away. On the premises, opt for the hearty mixed plates: green salad, tomato rice, spaghetti, coleslaw, plantain, and barbecued chicken, ribs or fish. In the open air, you're likely to get a little smoke in the wind, but it's a typical place to try. It's also a good opportunity to try Johnny Cake.

A veritable institution, Marigot's "lolos", or local restaurants, line the waterfront in prefabs converted after their buildings were destroyed by Irma. At Coco, you'll find Creole dishes such as lambis en fricassée, lamb curries, accras and chien sauce... It's the perfect place to discover Caribbean specialties in simple but hearty dishes. La Maison Créole is a benchmark for conviviality.

This is the latest restaurant to open on Friar's Bay beach, between the other two. Located in the middle of the beach, 978 Beach Lounge offers deckchairs in the shade of large umbrellas, and a large terrace next to the restaurant if the sun is too strong. The restaurant serves simple, hearty dishes (grilled meats, fish, daily specials) as well as tapas. Many cocktails to discover. Ideal for sunset. Evening events are organized regularly; check the Facebook page for details.