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

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We've compiled the best of the best in St. Maarten - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Balls and Wine

$$ Fodor's Choice

Appetizing tapas, delicious wine, and nicely crafted cocktails have earned this quaint restaurant with a quirky name a loyal following. Although the menu often features new creations, crowd pleasers like the Three Stooges taco trio, churrasco steak tataki, and meat balls with Parmesan cream are staples. Seating is limited, so a reservation is recommended, particularly on special evenings like Taco Tuesday and Wine Wednesday. Vegan and vegetarian options are available upon request.

30--A Airport Rd., Simpson Bay, St. Maarten
721-527–6146
Known For
  • Friendly owners
  • Intimate yet convivial atmosphere
  • Taco Tuesday and Wine Wednesday
Restaurant Details
Closed Sun.
Reservations essential

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Top Carrot

$$ Fodor's Choice

A popular breakfast and lunch stop, this friendly café offers fresh and tasty vegetarian entrées, sandwiches, and salads pastries, as well as excellent espresso, juices, smoothies, and pastries. Favorites include the house-made granola and yogurt; the pastry stuffed with pesto, avocado, red pepper, and feta cheese; and the cauliflower, spinach, and tomato quiche. The unique on-site gift shop sells Asian-inspired items, spiritual books, yoga theme T-shirts, and handmade jewelry.

Airport Rd., Simpson Bay, St. Maarten
721-544–3381
Known For
  • Large tea selection
  • Casual, cozy dining room
  • Free Wi-Fi and great gift shop
Restaurant Details
Closed Sun. and Mon. No dinner

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Beirut

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Beirut serves delicious, fresh Middle Eastern specialties such as falafel, kebabs, and salads, as well as meze such as baba ghanoush. The friendly owners make everyone feel right at home, and there's a hookah bar in the back in the evening.
29 Airport Rd., Simpson Bay, St. Maarten
721-545–3612
Known For
  • Casual, welcoming atmosphere
  • Friendly staff
  • Reasonable prices

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Réveil Martin

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For breakfast and brunch, it's hard to beat this popular French-Canadian spot. The menu features everything from eggs Benedict and French toast to crêpes and cassoulets—all prepared in a variety of ways, making it hard to choose.

68 Welfare Rd., Simpson Bay, St. Maarten
721-544–7007
Known For
  • Friendly service
  • Especially busy on weekends
  • Varied menu
Restaurant Details
Closed Tues. No dinner

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Taloula Mango's/Blue Bitch Bar

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Ribs and burgers are the specialty at this casual beachfront restaurant, but don't ignore the Gouda cheese sticks and quesadillas or the flatbread pizzas. Beach service is available, and chairs and umbrellas are complimentary with lunch.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten
721-542–1645
Known For
  • Location on the Philipsburg boardwalk
  • Delicious tapas
  • Beach views and people-watching
Restaurant Details
No dinner

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