One of the best parts about the French West Indies has to be the dining. St. Barts restaurants on their own are capable of drawing new guests every year. Many claim that St. Barts restaurants are the best in the Caribbean (some would say St. Barts restaurants are comparable on a world-wide scale!). Dining is one of the many amazing experiences provided on this tiny island, as St. Barts restaurants serve up an eclectic variety of flavors and styles. French cuisine is clearly the focus, as fresh ingredients are shipped in to this dining refuge on a daily basis. Restaurants in St. Barts also offer Caribbean-influenced dishes that figure prominently on the menus across the island. Asian and Italian cuisine have also become popular choices in many St. Barts restaurants. Seafood is the center feature of most St. Barts restaurants, as spiny Caribbean lobster and other mouthwatering catches are brought in fresh daily. Though St. Barts restaurants are one of the best dining experience to be found in the Caribbean, they can be a bit expensive. Finding a good-valued meal is easy to do as well. The main road running from Gustavia to St. Jean has many smaller shops and restaurants that are less fine-dining and more quick-bite oriented.

St. Barts compares favorably to almost anywhere in the world.  Varied cuisine, a French flair is the décor, sensational wine and attentive service make for a wonderful epicurean experience.  There are dozens of charming places to eat from beachfront grills to restaurants serving five-course meals.  Restaurant owners take great pride in their service as well as their food.  Check your restaurant bills carefully as a service charge is always added by law, but you should leave the server 5-10% extra in cash.

Villas Caribe St. Barts restaurants selections:

La Langouste:
Phone: 590.27.63.61
One of the most popular St. Barts restaurants for fresh lobster and other local favorites.         
Flamands Beach. Reservations a must. Note: closed September, and Monday in the summer.

La Route des Epices:
Phone: 590.29.80.22
The most classic-style St. Barts restaurant. Good selection of wines and lovely terrace compliment the food well. Colombier. Reservations a must. Note: closed Sept. to Oct., does not serve lunch.

Le Sapotillier:
Phone: 590.27.60.28
Classic French cuisine among St. Barts restaurants. Gustavia. Reservations a must. Note: closed May to Oct., does not serve lunch.

Le Ti-St. Barths:
Phone: 590.27.97.71
This unique bistro offers barbecued daily specials. Internationally known for its authentic character and musical atmosphere, Friday & Saturday-night guests find themselves dancing on the tables. Pointe Milou.

Taino:
Phone: 590.27.63.63
French and Caribbean tastes blend seamlessly at this fine eatery, one of the many St. Barts restaurants worth visiting just for the views. Pointe Milou.

Gloriette:
Phone: 590.27.75.66
This beachside St. Barts restaurant serves delicious local Creole dishes.

La Mandala:
Phone: 590.27.96.97
Enjoy tasty Thai influenced food on the terrace of this St. Barts restaurant overlooking Gustavia Harbor.
 
La Marine:
Phone: 590.27.68.91
Popular dockside tables serving mussels that arrive from France every Thursday.  The menu also includes hamburgers, steaks and omelets.

Le Tamarin:
Phone: 590.27.72.12
A leisurely lunch on the way to Saline Beach is a must.  Delicious French and Creole cuisine is served at this open air restaurant.

Chef Service:
Chef services are available at approximately 50 dollars per hour in addition to the cost of the food.