Must-see restaurants in Mauritius, Réunion & Seychelles

  • Le Relais du Maïdo

    Réunion

    Adjacent to the eponymous theme park, this eatery with a rustic charm specialises in Creole classics. The menu is down-to-earth, inexpensive and perfectly…

  • Snack Pelouse

    Mauritius

    You could easily walk past this small eatery, a few steps down off the main road, but it's an appealing choice for its informal surrounds and some of the…

  • Il Etait Une Fois dans l'Est

    The East

    It's not cutting-edge cuisine at this humble place on the main road, but the daily specials are all flawlessly cooked. Don't be put off by the location on…

  • Gala Takeaway

    La Digue

    This popular takeaway dishes out Creole curries, as well as burgers, chicken and chips, sandwiches and milk shakes. Sit at a handful of tables inside and…

  • Lobster Bay Restaurant & Bar

    Mahé

    Across the road from the beach (but with no views to speak of), this modern eatery is an acceptable plan B with pasta and pizza to go with the passable…

  • Beau Plan Express

    The North

    In the grounds of L'Aventure du Sucre, this little caravan does lighter meals than the main restaurant – sweet crepes, as well as toasted sandwiches,…

  • Pavillon de Jade

    Mauritius

    The proud owner of this no-frills Chinese joint above a faded supermarket refuses to sell his land to the hungry developers of the Balise Marina project…

  • Cafe Frangipani

    Mahé

    This simple roadside cafe does Creole squid and grilled fish at their sit-down tables, but we like it for the lunchtime takeaway dishes that vary daily…

  • Chez Popo

    The North

    In an area where self-catering apartments rule, a supermarket really matters. Chez Popo has improved dramatically, getting a makeover, expanding in size…

  • Snack-Bar Chez Jean-Marc

    Réunion

    The Creole food is simple but fresh and tasty at this low-key eatery hidden within the market (at the back). It’s a good place to catch the street vibe…

  • Kim Son

    Réunion

    A St-Denis classic, Kim Son has been dishing up wholesome Vietnamese cuisine for more than 20 years. Musts include Vietnamese salad, pho (Vietnamese soup)…

  • Bombay Sweets Mart

    Port Louis

    Bombay Sweets Mart is famous for the Indian nibbles colourfully known as caca pigeon (literally, 'pigeon droppings'). It's a small unassuming place, but…

  • Chez Pierre Paul

    Chamarel

    No delusions of grandeur here, just simple Creole cuisine that hits the spot every time. Don't be put off by the empty tables – this place is a match for…

  • Pizza Corner

    Port Louis

    This unfussy little place gets the basics right – tasty pasta and nicely prepared pizzas all served in a sparklingly clean dining area. Sometimes it's the…

  • Le Relax Luxury Lodge

    La Digue

    If you're hankering after an authentic Indian curry or tandoori dish, the contemporary beach-facing restaurant of this new Le Relax offering will hit the…

  • Auberge Ti Bonheur

    Réunion

    The modern dining room lacks character but the menu is fairly varied, featuring traditional curries served with lentils and a few daily specials.

  • London Way

    Mauritius

    London Way looks a bit worn out, but it has the widest selection of items in Black River – ideal if you're in a self-catering apartment.

  • Les Palmiers

    Chamarel

    This popular place does a roaring trade with curries and faratas (pan-fried flat breads) served in a pleasant dining area.

  • Ocean Restaurant

    Flic en Flac

    Set in slightly more formal surrounds than we're accustomed to in Flic en Flac, this elegant place serves decent Chinese dishes.

  • Emperor Restaurant

    Mauritius

    This roadside Chinese restaurant never seems to be full but gets consistently good reviews for authentic Chinese cooking.

  • La Gaulette Supermarket

    Mauritius

    The best supermarket you'll find anywhere in La Gaulette or Le Morne, with a good general selection of food and alcohol.

  • Le Reposoir

    Réunion

    This modest cafe-bar serves snacks and sandwiches, and has a limited selection of goods if you're fixing your own food.

  • STC

    La Digue

    The best-stocked supermarket on the island. It sells almost everything self-caterers could want.

  • Dream Price Supermarket

    Mauritius

    Self-caterers will find most things they need here in this large, all-purpose supermarket.

  • London Way

    Mauritius

    The modern London Way supermarket is on the main road heading towards Pointe d'Esny.

  • Winners

    The North

    One of the best-stocked supermarkets in the north

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