4 Best Restaurants in St. Maarten, St. Martin and St. Maarten

With stunning ocean views, incredible sunsets, a memorable atmosphere, and culinary excellence, this popular restaurant is considered one of the best of the island's best. The menu features an artful mix of beautifully presented Continental, Caribbean, and Asian fish, meat, and pasta dishes—even the lunchtime burgers are elegant here. Desserts are lavish, highly original creations; if it's available, try the pear-and-macadamia tart with caramel sauce and salted-caramel ice cream.

Dishes at this bistro in the upscale Porto Cupecoy residential and marina area might include tuna carpaccio, tender lamb with grains, and panna cotta topped with fruit sauce. The atmosphere is chic but relaxed, and the service is friendly.

JAX is know for serving certified Angus beef and providing stellar service—a reflection of the owner's years of experience as an island restaurateur. In addition to high-quality steak, the menu also has seafood, poultry, and lamb dishes.

This airy modern restaurant with a verandah is perched on the Philipsburg boardwalk and has a distinct South Beach vibe. You'll want to linger over fresh fish and steaks as you watch determined cruise-ship passengers out shopping by day or couples taking romantic strolls by night. There's also a fun beachfront lounge with a menu of bar snacks and martinis. The lounge gets busy late in the day, making parking hard to find, so consider taking a taxi at night.