Caribbean Top St. Maarten Restaurants Best Restaurants and Dining in Dutch St. Maarten By Robert Curley Robert Curley LinkedIn Twitter Robert Curley is a freelance writer and guidebook author specializing in Caribbean Island and Rhode Island travel. TripSavvy's editorial guidelines Updated on 10/08/19 Fact checked by Erin Medlicott Fact checked by Erin Medlicott LinkedIn Twitter New York University Rutgers University Erin Medlicott is a fact checker and researcher with a background in lifestyle and finance. Prior to her work at TripSavvy, she did financial research for the American Express Departures Magazine as well as the Wall Street Journal. She earned a TripSavvy's fact-checking Glowimages / Getty Images Both the Dutch and French sides of St. Maarten/St. Martin offer a wide variety of dining options, and Dutch St. Maarten alone has more than 300 restaurants to choose from. Here are some of the best 01 of 10 Bamboo Courtesy of Bamboo View Map Address 150 Union Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-523-1508 Web Visit website After Hurricane Irma, Bamboo moved to the Shops at Puerto De Sol and has been transformed into an ultra-sleek bar and restaurant. Bar Bamboo serves food and drinks into the early hours of the morning amidst stylish Asian décor. The cocktail menu complements the world-class sushi prepared by master chefs from New York and Los Angeles. 02 of 10 Chesterfield's Courtesy of Chesterfield's View Map Address 2X94+4H6, Juancho Yrausquin Blvd, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-542-3484 Web Visit website This nautically themed, open-air restaurant is an excellent place to enjoy a relaxed meal overlooking Great Bay in Philipsburg. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a reasonable price, Chesterfield's main fare includes steak and seafood. 03 of 10 The Greenhouse Courtesy of The Greenhouse View Map Address 2XC5+426, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-542-2941 Web Visit website The Greenhouse was established in 1986 in Philipsburg and offers a laid back, yet lively atmosphere with an outside terrace, tranquil breezes and a picturesque view of the harbor. Menu options include steak, ribs, lobster and fresh seafood. The Greenhouse opened a second location in Simpson Bay, next to the Atrium Resort. 04 of 10 Ocean Lounge Courtesy of Ocean Lounge View Map Address 45 Boardwalk, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-542-2572 Web Visit website Situated in the center of Philipsburg, the Holland House Beach Hotel's open-air lounge is one of the most stylish spots on the island. Dining options include an inventive selection of light snacks like zucchini soup shooters, salmon and caper bruschetta, and tonka bean crème brûlée. Live music sets the mood for a relaxing meal. Continue to 5 of 10 below. 05 of 10 Oualichi Beach Bar & Restaurant Courtesy of St. Maarten View Map Address Boardwalk, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Get directions Web Visit website Located on the Philipsburg boardwalk, Oualichi provides fantastic views of incoming cruise ships from its outdoor terrace and also features a nautically-themed dining room. This popular hangout is well known for its pizza and offers casual fare such as sandwiches and wraps. 06 of 10 Blue Bitch Bar (formerly Taloula Mango's) Blue Bitch Bar View Map Address Boardwalk, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-542-1645 Web Visit website This casual beachfront restaurant serves a variety of sandwiches, seafood, beef, pasta, vegetarian entrées, and some of the best ribs on the island. On weekdays, lunch is accompanied by live music, and on Friday evenings guests can enjoy happy hour with a live DJ. 07 of 10 Freedom Fighter's I-Tal Shack Courtesy of Freedom Fighter's I-Tal Shack View Map Address 7 Bush Rd, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-542-0055 Web Visit website Ras Bushman's I-Tal Shack is a small vegan restaurant located on Bush Road in Philipsburg. The I-Tal Shack serves local organic, homegrown vegetarian food and fresh local juices. When not on the premises, Ras Bushman can often be found at one of the island's many entertainment venues with his reggae band, the Freedom Fighters. 08 of 10 The Hideaway La Vista Resort View Map Address Billy Folly Road, 53, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-544-3008 Web Visit website Located at La Vista Resort on Pelican Key, this charming restaurant is situated next to an infinity pool overlooking Saba island. The Creole-inspired dishes, all made from fresh ingredients, include snapper, shrimp and scallop ceviche. Continue to 9 of 10 below. 09 of 10 Pineapple Pete's Courtesy of St. Maarten View Map Address Welfare Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-544-6030 Web Visit website Known for offering some of the best nightly music in St. Maarten, Pineapple Pete's provides a cozy and casual atmosphere for diners. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner, and the menu options include herb-crusted rack of lamb, crab stuffed shrimp, lobster thermidor, crab and spinach crusted grouper, and more. 10 of 10 Zee Best Courtesy of St. Maarten Vacation View Map Address 2WM6+44C, Welfare Rd, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten Get directions Phone +1 721-544-2477 Web Visit website Known for its large breakfast menu, Zee Best offers more than 20 varieties of pastries, espresso and cappuccinos until 2 pm. The lunch menu features all the breakfast items, plus burgers, salads, sandwiches and more. Locations in Simpson Bay and Marina Port-de-Plaisance. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit Share Pin Email