Iguane Café

Iguane Café Review

Iguanas are indeed the theme here, and you can spy them in unexpected places—juxtaposed with antique cherubs and driftwood mirrors. The new salon seating for cocktails has a residential feel, with basket-weave rattan furniture and hot-pink accent pillows. Unquestionably original cuisine with Asian, Indian, and African influences is chef Sylvain Serouart's trademark. Some "bistronomique" creations are served on slate plates. The menu is always evolving, yet some innovations don't always taste quite as good as they look. A sure thing is the foie gras with vintage rum and a compote of papaya and tamarind. If it's available, move on to the fishermen's casserole filled with tuna, red snapper, scallops, shrimp, and mussels. Desserts are little marvels, such as the perfect dark-chocolate ganache—even better when it's one of a trio. If you come on a Saturday night, you may get live entertainment, too, for your money (and, yes, Iguane is pricey). A three-course lobster menu is €51, and a lavish menu degustation costs €79.