French Side Dining

Owner Direct Rental Club offers Gourmet Chef and catering Services provided by Fabulous Feasts to guests in private villas and estates. This service is now available to you in your vacation villa or condo.

Fabulous Feasts celebrates more than 10 years as the best private chef service on the island.

St. Maarten is known for its many restaurants, however, you may find evenings when staying in your beautiful villa suite for a romantic gourmet dinner with just the right wine would be perfect. Or how about an afternoon with old friends or new ones in your suite with delicious hors d'oeuvres and wine?

So, go ahead make sure you take in some of the many restaurants on the island, but live the lifestyle of the "rich and famous" whether one night or all week long.

I guarantee this service will rival the best restaurants on the island.

You can fax your order ahead of time to 011 590 296102 or call 24 hours in advance 011 5990 879316 or just dial locally 879316. When you call be sure to tell Jennifer or Bertrand L'Herbette (the owners and master chef) that Ted Demeritte recommended you to them.

The $ signs are meant as indications of an approximate per person cost for food only.
$ is roughly $12 or less.
2 $$ would be $20 or less.
3 $$$ or more would be $40 and up.
The 6 digit number after the $ is the telephone number. When calling from the Dutch side dial 00 590 then the 6 digit number.

Brasserie de la Gare - $$ - 87-20-64: On the water in Marina Royale in Marigot. The Brasserie has become an institution and is one of the best places on the island to sit and enjoy anything from a light meal and up, drinks or an espresso and observe people from all over the world. The food is very good, reasonably priced and the staff is friendly. A great spot for lunch or dinner.

Don Camillio - $$$ - 87-52-88: A great little Italian restaurant that keeps growing by a few tables each year. It is located on the outer side of Marina Royale area. The service is excellent. We have eaten there many times and I have never had a meal I didn't enjoy. Dinner only, airconditioned.

Mastadama - $: "Zee Best" is the trademark phrase of this small sidewalk cafe just down the street from Don Camillio. Mastadama is an institution on the French side and deservedly so. For perhaps the best breakfast on St. Martin or a light lunch it is hard to beat.

Messalina - $$$ - 87-80-39: This is a fine Italian restaurant located on the second floor on the harbor next to Oro De Sol. The fare is Northern Italian and as good as anywhere on St. Martin. The service is as good as you will find on the island. There is a quiet little balcony with tables for two right over the street. Great people watching spot.

Maison Sur Le Port - $$ - 87-56-38: This restaurant has been in the harbor for as long as most people can remember. It has a wonderful setting for watching all that goes on in the harbor area. The cooking is French and good with a large number of fresh fish entrees. This is one of the 2 or 3 best places on the island to have lunch. Open for both lunch and dinner.

Arhawak - $$ - 87-99-67: After a slow start Arhawak has become popular. The food is good with a varied menu. They also grill outside in the evening, mostly fish. Open from 11:30 until ?. They have the only street bar in the harbor. Live music is offered at night.

Le Tastevin- $$+ - 87-55-45: One of our favorites. You can't go wrong with Le Tastevin. Excellent service, nice location, wonderful French cuisine. Dinner only. Call ahead for reservations.

The Rainbow Café- $$$ - 87-55-80: Located on the water toward the Marigot side of town. The food is French and expensive but if you are planning a special night out you won't be disappointed. Reservations are a must at what many people believe is the finest restaurant on St. Martin.

Il Nettuno- $$ - 87-77-38: An excellent Italian restaurant on the water. Il Nettuno is reasonably priced compared to many in Grand Case. Offers a great staff that provides excellent service. Try the specials they are always great.

L'Auberge Gourmande - $$ - 87-73-37: This great little bistro is on the main road across the from the water in Grand Case. Because it's not on the water it is often overlooked. It shouldn't be. Truly one of the best eateries on the island. International with a French flair. Dinner only.

Bikini Beach- $+ - 87-43-25: Located in the middle beach area. There are numerous signs from the main road. Great bar, friendly employees serving Spanish style food. Tapas, etc. Open for breakfast, lunch and early dinner. They often have a live band.

Kontiki - $+ - 87-43-27: This is the largest of the beach side eateries located next to small shops and rib shacks. Kontiki serves a variety of dishes from steak to seafood pasta. Large bar often has entertainment. Lunch and dinner. Usually very crowded. Be sure to call early for a Sunday brunch reservation.

Bongo Byron's - $: For years one of the most famous eateries on the island was the Paradise Café. It's owner Byron, a true Caribbean character, has closed Paradise Café and moved to the beach. Bongo's is located in the main beach area between Kontiki and the Orient Beach Hotel. There are 9 or 10 small restaurants in a row, Bongo's is the best of this crowd. Famous for his wrapped tortilla sandwiches, great drinks and fun atmosphere. Open all day with beach chairs for hire.

Mario's Bistro - $$$ - 87-06-36: This eatery located in Sandy Ground near the bridge at the lagoon entrance on the French side. It is extremely popular and advance reservations are a must in season, Wonderful international cuisine with an Indonesian flair. Since Mario's opening we have yet to hear a negative comment. Dinner only.

Layla's - $+: This outdoor beach bar and restaurant is located on the main road in Nettle Baie. They have a wonderful menu with everything from specialty salads to lobster and pasta dishes. the menu changes, but the food is always terrific. You can sit in one of the two covered dining areas or under the shade of the sea grape trees. Owned and operated by Layla and Pierre, this is truly a great spot to relax and have breakfast or lunch. They will soon be open for dinner as well. Bring your your suit, the beach chairs are free!

Fabulous Feasts - $$$ - 87-93-16: This is perhaps the one gourmet restaurant you shouldn't miss and it's located at your villa. This great little company will come to your house and prepare a fabulous meal from appetizer through desert that you will truly enjoy!