Casual Dining & Steakhouse 2024
Searching for the best casual dining locations or an amazing steak house in St Maarten | St Martin!
Choosing between a variety of casual dining restaurants can be difficult. That’s why we made this easy overview of some of the best casual restaurants, and bistro-style on the Dutch and French sides of our island. We also created a separate section with the best steakhouses in SXM serving prime USDA Angus Beef, Wagyu Beef, Simmental Beef, or specialty steaks from Argentina, Uruguay or any other country, in SXM we have meats from all over the globe! The places below will go the extra mile to deliver you a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
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Best Steakhouse in Sint Maarten & Saint Martin (Near You) | World-class steaks in SXM
The World-class Chef gives a classic steakhouse a new attitude. JAX in Maho is a sexy fusion of taste & style laid out in mahogany and leather.
Savor a side of Zen alongside your dinner. Delight in a multitude of mind-awakening sensations at Palapa in Simpson Bay – more than “just dinner”.
Gourmet French dining on the square in Orient Bay Village, with world-class meats and locally sourced fish, paired with balanced Cocktails & Top Wines.
A Family-Friendly restaurant & Steakhouse with amazing Steaks, Pizzas & Classic French specials. Lunch or Dinner overlooking Orient Bay.
French creative cuisine in the Caribbean village of Orient Bay. Famous for slow-cooked meats, French cheese & great price/quality!
Casual dining and French Bistro style dining in Sint Maarten & Saint Martin | Fun dinner places!
A Caribbean French & American fusion menu located behind the original Grand Case. Friendly staff & cozy ambiance attract a fun crowd!
Combines the delicate taste of the French-side with fun-loving Dutch-side vibes. Intimate family-style venue & local experience in Cole Bay.
A hidden gem located in Paradise Mall, a fun night with Eduard serving South American-inspired Tapas and incredible wine and beer choices!
Visit Joelle & Gregg in Simpson Bay | A place to relax, sit back, enjoy approachable service, and a home-cooked meal full of Caribbean flavor!
Locally owned and run, this place in Simpson Bay shows that you really can do Tapas with Caribbean snacks, drinks and service! Go Locals!
A romantic ocean front restaurant with Caribbean food, fresh cocktails, and music. Tucked away inside Mary’s Boon on Simpson Bay Beach.
Escape in the nature of St Martin. Great food, with a French – Caribbean cuisine, top cocktails and the most beautiful pool you will ever find.
Colorful, air-conditioned, diner serving American classics with Caribbean flavors. Known for its nightly karaoke and weeky dinner dance show!
Bold Buddha brings a unique combination of Asian, Indian, and Caribbean flavors together right here on the Boardwalk in Philipsburg.
This oceanfront Dutch | Caribbean restaurant at the Holland House is a quintessential eatery looking out Great Bay’s crystal blue water.
Up in the hills of Cole Bay in a restored 19th-century Sugar Mill | Bamboo’s World-Class chefs have been redefining Sushi for over 20 years!
Terrace style dining located in the village of Porto Cupecoy. Enjoy French & Italian cuisine prepared with only the freshest ingredients.
St Martin Yacht Club at the Simpson Bay Bridge | where sailors, yachties & maritime lovers unwind. The #1 Spot to see Super Yachts up close!
One of the sexiest Rooftop Sunset Restaurants in St Martin is located on top of the West Indies Shopping Mall in Marigot – Serving French fine Cuisine!
A chic beach club atmosphere right Grand Case Beach. Rainbow changes into a party after dinner with DJ’s, Live Music, striptease night and more!
Authentic Italian Restaurant on Nettle Bay Beach known for homemade pasta & pizza, made with high-quality Fresh ingredients.
Grand Case | Andrea, Ness & Davide share the flavors & hospitality of Italy! A genuine fine dining experience with authentic Italian cuisine.
Panini’s, Sandwiches, Smoothies & Coffee. Tourists relax, professionals unwind, strangers become friends and friends meet… Over Coffee.
Kaz a Poke in Marigot | is your go-to for healthy and fresh poke bowls, blending Japanese and Caribbean flavors.
Newest addition to Grand Case Beach, Serving strong drinks, BBQ, Fresh Catch & Authentic Local Cuisine by Award-Winning Chef Enor.
Located right on Grand Case Beach, offers a relaxing, cozy atmosphere with Craft Cocktails and Homemade food creations.
Poolside dining experience in Beacon Hill with French/Caribbean cuisine. Infinity Pool Day Pass, Beach Loungers & Cabana rental
Middle Eastern Restaurant in Simpson Bay: Grilled Meats, Fish, Vegan & Vegetarian options; Kofte, Kebab’s, Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Salads, etc.
The Hideaway inside La Vista Resort welcomes everyone to Pelican. Serving Caribbean | International cuisine with pool seating overlooking the ocean!
Casual Beach Bars & Restaurants | lunch or dinner
The ultimate relaxing spot on Simpson Bay Beach with Caribbean food, fresh cocktails, and music. Tucked away inside Mary’s Boon.
Discover Beachside Bliss at this Simpson Bay Beach Club – Where Casual Elegance Meets Culinary Innovation and Entertainment.
A chic beach club serving fine French cuisine right at the water’s edge of Grand Case Beach. Open for a Beach Day, Lunch or Dinner!
Mullet Bay Beach can now be a full-day destination! Caribbean BBQ and services like a Changing Room, Shower, Toilets, & Lockers.
Beach location with multinational influences, great food & drinks right on Kim Sha beach. Can be lively or laidback: the choice is all yours!
Open-air, casual restaurant right on Maho Beach. The best spot for lunch & plane spotting, or a romantic oceanfront dinner.
Beach bar & kitchen in Maho. Daily LIVE MUSIC events, combined with great Happy Hours, and amazing Sunset in this colorful place!
A little paradise in Grand Case with sharable Mediterranean food & craft cocktails. Welcoming Beach Club, Lounge & Restaurant.
There is a new Dutch blonde in town; Comfort food, Local Beers & Dutch pancakes in this gorgeous Beer Garden in Philipsburg.
A laidback, family style, French beach restaurant with great food, cocktails and full service right on Grand Case Beach.
Looking for delicious, breathtaking, and away from the crowds & organized tours? Visit Indigo for French cuisine on the beach!
A Fun for All place in Beacon hill, on Simpson Bay Beach to enjoy good times, Tasty Homemade Food & cocktails without breaking the bank!
This cozy Beach Bar & Restaurant right on Orient Bay beach spreads the aroma of Caribbean charcoal grilled dishes since 1977!
Voted Best Restaurant in St Martin located in Orient Bay; family-style, personal, and serving food made with love. Amazing Seafood!
Floating Restaurant in Grand Case Bay with 10 Comfortable Water Lounges, Djs, Refreshing drinks, Tapas, Bokit, Pizza and Great Times!
Restaurants per area in Sint Maarten | Saint Martin
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Other Restaurants in Sint Maarten (Dutch side) worth a mention!
BRAND NEW Rocket Beach on the Airport Road. A fun time around the fire-pit with Rum, Sports & comfort food; Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fish, etc.
A green escape right on the Beach with Bohemian and unique Festival deco, nestled along the pristine shores of SXM’s Nettle Bay Beach.
Cole Bay | Exceptional French cuisine and Live Lobster at super prices! Elegant modern Bali & blue setting and breathtaking Lagoon views.
BBQ is a staple of Caribbean cooking, at Melange in Cole Bay, you submerge yourself into an experience with a tabletop Grill & endless dining options!
Italian food in Pelican, made by an Italian chef with carefully selected ingredients shipped from Italy and fresh fish from the Caribbean.
Shieka’s
Vegetarian & Caribbean Cuisine in a truly Caribbean atmosphere, located in back street, Philipsburg. this is where the locals have their authentic Caribbean dishes.
Food: Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg
Chez Yvette
Home cooked local meals at their best, at Chez Yvette in Dutch Quarter you can experience a truly Caribbean dinner experience. It’s like visiting family.
Food: Caribbean
Location: French Quarter
Gutside Café
Visit Lourdes and Richard and Feel like long-lost family while indulging in authentic Caribbean dishes learned from generation to generation. One of the must-visit local gems in SXM!
Food: Caribbean
Location: Friars Bay
Biggy’s Central
Johnny Cake burgers, Jerk chicken wings, and many other tasty Jamaican dishes and Caribbean staples. Reviewed a 4.8 out of 5 on Google, you can expect an extraordinary experience ;)
Food: Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg
Top Carrot
Top Carrot is serving the tastiest French and local dishes made with fresh organic ingredients. They use as much local produce as possible and have a friendly Caribbean team!
Food: French/Caribbean/Vegetarian
Location: Cole Bay
Vesna Taverna
A French Taverne with grape leaves and wine boxes set the mood in this elegant restaurant. Serving fine French cuisine made with fresh ingredients for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Food: French
Location: Simpson Bay
IZI Ristorante
Italian restaurant located next to the cinemas, with disco lights turning on and the staff starting to sing this place is known as one of the favorites for birthday parties.
Food: Italian
Location: Cole Bay
Chesterfields
American style eatery with Caribbean influences, with a friendly local staff attending you and lots of tasty dishes. This place is known for their royal portion sizes.
Food: American/Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg
The Green House
A mix of American and Caribbean cooking with bang bang shrimps, steak specials, and lobster nights. The Greenhouse is known for its Happy Hours and great specials!
Food: American/Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg & Simpson Bay
Skipjacks
A specialized Caribbean seafood restaurant serving fresh catch from local fishermen for decades. Skipjacks is a hallmark eatery in Simpson Bay.
Food: Seafood/Caribbean BBQ
Location: Simpson Bay
Pineapple Pete
American casual dining location with live music several nights a week. The friendly local staff is happy to host you for a dinner, including a night out in one.
Food: American/Caribbean
Location: Cole Bay
Avantika
One of the best Thai restaurants in Sint Maarten, serving amazing curries, pad thai, and all types of noodles and flavors.
Food: Thai
Location: Cole Bay
Astra
American-style steakhouse and live lobster grill with Caribbean influences. This place at the lagoon side serves tasty dishes in a casual-chic atmosphere.
Food: American Steakhouse
Location: Cole Bay
Shiv Shakti
Authentic Indian cuisine such as paneer, tikka masala and korma curries, fresh naans and a lot more. Cooked in an original tandoori oven for the best flavors!
Food: Indian
Location: Pelican
La Patrona
A casual chic Mexican restaurant where all the staff welcome you in their colorful dresses. This is the finest South American cuisine with top ingredients!
Food: Mexican
Location: Pelican
Moulin Fou
Authentic French cuisine served in a charming red windmill. A great spot for a romantic dinner with knowledgeable staff, fine dining and great wines.
Food: French
Location: Maho
Karakter Beach
A welcoming beach bar on Simpson Bay beach and with live music several nights a week. Great casual food and free beach chairs upon consumption make this a place for all.
Food: Dutch/Caribbean
Location: Simpson Bay
Driftwood Boatbar
A Caribbean boat bar (literally) right on Maho Beach. Making the perfect spot for drinks, comfort food and a fun time. Try their signature Rum Punch!
Food: Comfort food
Location: Maho Beach
Sunset Beachbar
One of the busiest bars in SXM with over 1 million cruise ship visitors a year. This place gets very lively during the daytime with comfort food, drinks and entertainment.
Food: Comfort Food
Location: Maho Beach
Mama | Pizza & Pasta
Authentic Italian cuisine with the tastiest brick-oven pizzas & homemade pastas. Cooked the original way and made with fresh ingredients and Italian herbs.
Food: Italian
Location: Cupecoy & Oyster Pond
Al Pasha
Mediterranean cuisine in a casual-chic atmosphere right here in Simpson Bay! Al Pasha is known for its perfectly grilled and flavored meats, and the many great vegetarian options.
Food: Mediterranean
Location: Simpson Bay
Al Pasha
Mediterranean cuisine in a casual-chic atmosphere right here in Simpson Bay! Al Pasha is known for its perfectly grilled and flavored meats, and the many great vegetarian options.
Food: Mediterranean
Location: Simpson Bay
Other Restaurants in St. Martin (French side) worth a mention!
Known for Live Lobster & Fresh Local catch, have lunch overlooking the turquoise blue waters and white beach of secluded Pinel Island!
Kontiki | Beach Club
Elegant beach club in Orient Bay serving fresh seafood, fine French cuisine paired with craft cocktails and wines.
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
Bikini Beach
Elegant yet laidback, enjoy fine French cuisine, and great handmade cocktails in the restaurant, or at the beach.
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
WAI Plage
A casual chic beach bar & restaurant right on Orient Bay. Friendly staff will make you feel at home while the chef prepares you fine French cuisine.
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
Orange Fever
A laidback Caribbean vibe sets the mood of this place in Orient Bay, serving authentic local dishes mixed with French cuisine and cocktails, beers and more.
Food: French/Caribbean
Location: Orient Bay
Aloha Beach
A laidback casual chic bar & restaurant where the friendly owner will always welcome you as a long-lost friend. Tasty French cuisine in a cozy setting.
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
KKO Beach
KKO has kept the standard high for beach bars and restaurants in Orient Bay for over 20 years, serving fine French cuisine in an elegant beach setting.
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
La Playa
The latest additions to Orient Bay, in an elegant turquoise setting you enjoy great dishes, paired with craft cocktails, wines and more…
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
Villa Royale
For Caribbean and Creole dishes, there is no better place in Grand Case than Villa Royale. This place has been making guests smile for decades!
Food: Creole/Caribbean
Location: Grand Case
Le P’tit Bistrot
This intimate, family-friendly French bistro makes you feel like being in France. With attentive staff and good food you’ll enjoy a great night out!
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
SAO | Asian
Thai and Asian restaurants right in Orient Bay village, this is one of the hot spots for those on the French side that like to indulge in the flavors of Asia.
Food: Asian/Thai/Japanese
Location: Orient Bay
Le Taitu
For the perfect mix between French and Creole food, Taitu is the place to be. This hidden gem in Mont Vernon is a little of the beaten path but worth a visit!
Food: Creole/French
Location: Mont Vernon
Rancho del Sol
What’s better than juicy steaks with a great view overlooking Orient Bay? Rancho del Sol offers just that, with great steaks, pizza, pasta, and more!
Food: American/International
Location: Orient Bay
El Dente
Italian food made with the freshest ingredients, prepared by a seasoned chef and served by a passionate Italian owner, feel like being in Italy.
Food: Italian
Location: Hope Estate
Yellow Sub
Casual food at its best, this place serves great wraps, burgers, salads, and more right across from Orient Bay Plaza square.
Food: American/International
Location: Orient Bay
Le Marocain
Pass the immense golden doors, and feel like entering a Moroccan village; the owner has built one of the most beautifully decorated places on the island.
Food: Moroccan
Location: Marigot
Le Bistro Nu
French casual dining at this charming bistro-style restaurant with lots of greenery. Have a delectable lunch or dinner in Marigot.
Food: French
Location: Marigot
Le Tropicana
Casual chic French restaurant overlooking Marina Port Royal. Serving delectable seafood, steaks and more, creating smiles on people’s faces for decades!
Food: French/Seafood
Location: Marigot