1. Summary of Dining Options in Dutch St. Maarten
Experience the culinary delights of Dutch St. Maarten, where over 300 restaurants showcase a myriad of flavors. Here’s a look at some of the top dining locations on the island.
Best Restaurants and Dining in Dutch St. Maarten
Fact checked by
Erin Medlicott
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
Bamboo
Address: 150 Union Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 786-772-7376
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.
Chesterfield’s
Address: 2X94+4H6, Juancho Yrausquin Blvd, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-542-3484
This nautically themed, open-air restaurant is an excellent place to enjoy a relaxed meal overlooking Great Bay in Philipsburg. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a reasonable price, Chesterfield’s main fare includes steak and seafood.
The Greenhouse
Address: 2XC5+426, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-542-2941
Established in 1986 in Philipsburg, The Greenhouse offers a laid-back yet lively atmosphere with an outside terrace, tranquil breezes, and picturesque views of the harbor. Menu options include steaks, ribs, lobsters, and fresh seafood. The Greenhouse has also opened a second location in Simpson Bay, next to the Atrium Resort.
Ocean Lounge
Address: 45 Boardwalk, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-542-2572
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.
Oualichi Beach Bar & Restaurant
Address: Boardwalk, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Located on the Philipsburg boardwalk, Oualichi provides fantastic views of incoming cruise ships from its outdoor terrace and features a nautically-themed dining room. This popular hangout is well known for its pizza and offers casual fare such as sandwiches and wraps.
Blue Bitch Bar (formerly Taloula Mango’s)
Address: Boardwalk, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-542-1645
This casual beachfront restaurant serves a variety of sandwiches, seafood, beef, pasta, and vegetarian entrées, along with 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.
Freedom Fighter’s I-Tal Shack
Address: 7 Bush Rd, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-542-0055
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.
The Hideaway
Address: Billy Folly Road, 53, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-544-3008
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.
Pineapple Pete’s
Address: Welfare Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-544-6030
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.
Zee Best
Address: 2WM6+34R, Welfare Rd, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-544-2477
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 are available in Simpson Bay and Marina Port-de-Plaisance.
