10 Great Restaurants in Mauritius
Where to Eat in Mauritius and What to Try?
Mauritius is the home of amazing cuisine, and we can offer up some suggestions on how to find great restaurants in Mauritius. For such a small island it’s packed with places to eat and enjoy the fresh seafood and rich, spicy local flavours. You’ll discover fine dining establishments and haute cuisine and delicious places to feast without breaking the bank.
From chateau-inspired elegance to cheerful diners, oceanside decks and mountainside huts, these restaurants have a fascinating selection of styles. Take a look and find the perfect place to eat. Or try more than one. After all, why not?
1. Le Barachois
Dining on the ocean
Ideal para: Alimentação, Viagens alternativas
La Barachois, found on the north-east coast of Mauritius, presents a unique dining experience. The seating areas are positioned on 5 decks on the Indian Ocean, giving a beautiful and serene setting to your meal.
As the location suggests, Le Barachois’ speciality is fresh seafood. Enjoy a relaxing evening listening to the gentle waves against the shore as you dine on succulent grilled fish and sip a delicious tropical drink. With ocean and mountain views, it’s particularly lovely at sunset.
Localização: Choisy Road, Poste de Flacq, Pointe de Flacq, Mauritius
Abre: Daily from 7 pm to 10 pm
Telefone: +230 402-3636
Le Barachois
2. Green Island Beach Restaurant
Friendly restaurant on the waterfront
Ideal para: Alimentação, Famílias
Green Island Beach Restaurant is a small, family-friendly restaurant that can be found on the main road. Just look for the green building, you can’t miss it. You can sit outside and enjoy the beach views or take a table indoors for the warm and welcoming atmosphere.
As soon as you walk through the door you’ll feel at home with friendly servers. Check out the menu to choose from a wide range of delicious seafood as you relax with a drink. Crispy calamari, prawns and fish soup are all on the menu.
Localização: Royal Road, Trou d’Eau Douce, Mauritius
Abre: Tuesday–Thursday and Saturday–Sunday from 7 am to 11 pm, Friday from 7 am to 5 pm (closed on Mondays)
Telefone: +230 480-0735
Green Island Beach Restaurant
3. Château Mon Desir
Fine dining in French-inspired elegance
Ideal para: Alimentação, Casais
Chateau Mon Desir is an elegant restaurant nestled in the lush tropical Mauritian greenery. Inspired by the chateaux of France, this restaurant has steep tiled roofs, tiered gardens and lawns lined with stone walls, all surrounded by the lush tropical greenery of Mauritius and looking out over a beautiful ocean view.
The French roots are also visible in the cuisine, the menu offers classic gourmet dishes and high tea. This an excellent location in Mauritius to indulge your desire for fine dining. This restaurant has white tablecloths, elegant place settings and delicious high concept food. Be aware that there is a dress code, so check that before you head out.
Localização: B41, Balaclava, Mauritius
Abre: Daily from 9 am to 11 pm
Telefone: +230 204-1000
Château Mon Desir
4. Escale Créole
Family-run hidden gem
Ideal para: Alimentação, Famílias
Finding the quaint Escale Creole is like discovering a secret haven. This family-owned restaurant with its wonderful, warm atmosphere has been around for over 2 decades and the idyllic outdoor dining area, is as comfortable as sitting in the back garden of an old friend.
Feast on authentic, home-made Mauritian specialities and local favourites. You’ll be longing to try everything on the menu. But it’s not just the food that makes this restaurant so popular, the mother-daughter duo who run this charming establishment provide such friendly, welcoming service you’ll feel like one of the family.
Localização: B46 Bois Cheri Rd, Moka, Mauritius
Abre: Monday–Friday from noon to 2.45 pm (closed on Saturdays and Sundays)
Telefone: +230 542-22332
Escale Créole
5. Le Fangourin
Innovative restaurant nestled in natural beauty
Ideal para: Alimentação, Foto
Just a short walk away from the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, Le Fangourin has its own little slice of paradise. This restaurant is set in beautiful surroundings with its own pond, often frequented by geese, and a breathtaking view of the mountains. Enjoy the greenery as you savour the delicious food.
The menu is crafted to bring a new twist to classic Mauritian flavours, creating innovative new combinations. Even if you’re not interested in a full meal, Le Fangourin also offers a range of delicious cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
Localização: Sugar Factory, Pamplemousses, Mauritius
Abre: Monday–Saturday from 9 am to 4.30 pm (closed on Sundays)
Telefone: +230 243-7900
Le Fangourin
6. Le Pescatore
Chic restaurant by the ocean
Ideal para: Alimentação, Casais
Le Pescatore is an elegant seafood heaven and sits right on the waterfront. Take a table on the deck to hear the gentle lapping of the ocean waves and the rustle of the wind in the palm trees. Inside the chic décor provides the perfect backdrop for fine dining.
The name of the restaurant means ‘the fisher’ and, as you might guess, seafood is plentiful on the menu. Fish, crab, lobster and shrimp are elevated with excellent cooking and delicious sauces to make your dining experience sublime. There are non-fish items available, too, for those who want a break from seafood.
Localização: Coastal Road B36, Trou-aux-Biches, Mauritius
Abre: Monday–Saturday from noon to 2 pm and 7 pm to 10 pm (closed on Sundays)
Telefone: +230 265-6337
Le Pescatore
7. Chez Tino
Generous portions of delicious food
Ideal para: Alimentação, Famílias
If you’re looking for great food at great prices, then Chez Tino is the place to go. It’s not as grand as some of the offerings on this list, but if you step inside, you’ll find a charming Mauritian diner with wonderful service and delicious seafood at affordable prices.
There’s a fantastic range of dishes on the menu, though be aware that in busy times, high demand means some dishes might not be available. Portions are generous, so if you’ve worked up an appetite, Chez Tino is the place to go.
Localização: B59, Trou d’Eau Douce, Mauritius
Abre: Monday–Saturday from 10 am to 10.30 pm, Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm
Telefone: +230 480-2769
Chez Tino
8. Le Chamarel Restaurant
Mountain-side eatery serving amazing, curried seafood
Ideal para: Alimentação, Foto
The balconies of Le Chamarel Restaurant jut out from the mountain side above the palm trees, providing dramatic views of the ocean stretching out from the shore to the horizon. The phenomenal vista is the perfect backdrop to your meal, making every mouthful magical.
A wide variety of curried fish and seafood is available, including octopus curry and a selection of traditional Mauritian snacks. There’s also a dessert menu full of authentic local delicacies that you won’t be able to turn down.
Localização: La Crête, Main Road, Chamarel, Mauritius
Abre: Daily from 9 am to 4 pm
Telefone: +230 483-4421
Le Chamarel Restaurant
9. Miss Daisy Bistrot
Urban restaurant focusing on great food
Ideal para: Alimentação, Casais
Deep in Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Miss Daisy Bistrot is a perfect spot for a bite to eat while you’re shopping in the town. Their select menu focuses on providing high quality food with colourful salads of fresh local produce and expertly cooked fish.
Enjoy a refreshing cocktail with your lunch, packed full of fruit flavours. Prices aren’t as steep as at some other places in town, so feel free to indulge. The excellent food along with the welcoming, friendly servers will make sure you leave with a full stomach and a smile on your face.
Localização: Dr Ferriere St, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Mauritius
Abre: Monday–Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm (closed on Sundays)
Telefone: +230 465-3128
Miss Daisy Bistrot
10. Chez Tante Athalie
Traditional dishes with a charming history
Ideal para: Alimentação, Viagens alternativas
In the north of Mauritius, not far from La Nicolière reservoir, you can visit Chez Tante Athalie. The rustic charm of this eatery and its wooden tables has an authentic vibe. Aunt Athalie, who the restaurant is named after, was a real woman, the aunt of the original owner, whose cookbook was discovered and used to craft its delicious menu. You’ll see her picture on the wall.
The gardens are also the home of a selection of classic cars, so once you’re full of the appetising food, you can have a wander to look at them. Car fans will be in their element.
Localização: Mon Repos, Pamplemousses, Mauritius
Abre: Monday–Saturday from noon to 2.30 pm (closed on Sundays)
Telefone: +230 243-9266
Chez Tante Athalie
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