Home to a list of fantastic bites, St. Barts welcomes locals and travelers with hefty fusion flavors. Expect lots of French, naturally, and Creole influences mixed with Asian spices. Though some restaurants are definitely skewed toward the pricey spectrum, there are also tons of casual options. One thing never missing on every menu – a beautiful wine list. Here’s a curated top 5 restaurants we’ve tried, and/or recommended by folks who travel there often.

 

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With additional locations in Saint-Tropez and Biarritz, La Petite Plage is set along Gustavia Harbor and led by Michelin-starred chef Eric Frechon. The cuisine celebrates summer, freshness, and modernity, featuring bright, sun-inspired dishes with Mediterranean influences.

Known in Gustavia for its elegant French-Mediterranean cuisine, Bagatelle captures the essence of the South of France through an energetic ambiance and upbeat music. Both stylish and genuine, it provides a one-of-a-kind setting in St. Barts where unforgettable moments are shared with family and friends.

Bonito is, by far, the most delectable meal you’ll have in St. Barts. Not to mention, it’s also one of the island’s hottest IT places to be, often welcoming celebrities like Pippa Middleton. Guided by French and South American cuisines (and a bit of an Asian flair), the menu assembles tasty dishes including Sautéed Chilean Sea Bass and Spiny Lobster Risotto. There’s a DJ spinning every night, so even sitting by can be all the rage.

Another Bonito-esque spot to hang out and grab a delectable bite is La Guérite, which originated in Cannes back during the mid-1930s. The location on Gustavia Harbour opened its doors in 2015 tucked between luxurious yachts and local fishing boats. Under the guidance of chef Yiannis Kioroglou (Medusa – Cannes, Victoria – Paris), some signature Mediterranean dishes you’ll want to order are spicy lobster linguine, gnocchi with tomato sauce, and tiramisu for an unforgettable dessert. Don’t be surprised if you end up dancing at your table after the meal, it’s the local vibe.

Le Tamarin might be on every must-eat list, but it still carries a total hidden gem vibe. Located in Grande Saline, the redesigned restaurant might not seem like much from the outside. But once you enter its doors, many say it’s one of the most romantic restaurants on the island with a gorgeous tropical garden. Named after the 200-year-old tamarind tree on the terrace, this French eatery features everything from pan-fried foie gras to wild shrimp ravioli.