Réunion
With its barnlike surrounds, Chez Doudou has a kind of ramshackle charm but has no views to speak of. The focus is on earthy regional food, so roll up for…
Réunion
With its barnlike surrounds, Chez Doudou has a kind of ramshackle charm but has no views to speak of. The focus is on earthy regional food, so roll up for…
Réunion
You’re sure to find something to fill a gap at this haven of peace next to the Cimetière Marin, where the menu covers lots of salads as well as métro …
Réunion
The most iconic Creole case (house) for kilometres around, with a distinctive turquoise facade on the main drag. It's famous for its belt-bustingly good…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
Don't expect new-fangled concoctions in this reputable eatery, just the usual Creole classics and a few metro dishes, all flawlessly prepared. The…
The East
At this respected venue, the menu roves from Creole dishes and métro classics to pizzas (evenings only) and Chinese specialities at prices that are more…
Réunion
This trendy bar-restaurant has a peerless position right on the beach. Enjoy well-prepared fish and meat dishes as well as excellent homemade desserts. Le…
Réunion
This surprisingly atmospheric restaurant at the northern end of town features an open-air dining room, a lounge area and a swimming pool, which will help…
Réunion
This popular joint is worth visiting for its cheap and wholesome Creole staples. Snacks, salads, sandwiches and other nibbles are also available. Take…
Réunion
Tucked away on a side street running perpendicular to the main road, 'Once Upon a Time' offers something different. There's no menu, just a selection of…
Réunion
Bring an empty tum: there's no à la carte dining here, but a mean buffet featuring all the Creole classics as well as salads. It's more honest than…
Réunion
A true alchemist, the French chef Benoît Vantaux has got the magic formula right, fusing French with Creole and Asian to create stunning cuisine,…
Réunion
Nature serves up a brilliant-value lunch buffet, consisting of about eight Creole dishes prepared from fresh simple ingredients. The setting is inviting,…
Réunion
Satisfy those pangs for bento and other Asian treats at this popular restaurant. Here you can tuck into specialities that are hard to find elsewhere – a…
Réunion
One of a number of popular eateries along the river, this ramshackle venture has a good terrace for a sandwich, a takeaway curry (from €6) or a beer. It's…
Réunion
This bold bistro is beloved by all who come here. The blackboard menu features flavourful meat and fish dishes, some with an exotic twist, as well as…
Réunion
You'll lose all self-control at this drool-inducing ice-cream parlour. Amid a mind-boggling array of flavours, the sweet potato with honey screams 'try me…
The East
You'll find solid Chinese and Creole fare and heaping portions at this welcoming no-frills joint on the main road in Les Orangers, between Ste-Anne and…
Réunion
Gadjak, smack dab in the centre, is a popular hangout serving Creole dishes as well as a few appetising French specialities (namely duck and andouillette …
The East
A local and tourist favourite, this beach restaurant in a lovely coconut grove bursts to the seams on weekends. It has a concise menu featuring Creole and…
Réunion
Fish lovers will find nirvana here: this known-far-and-wide restaurant has a broad assortment of fish delivered daily from the harbour. Order it grilled,…
Réunion
This well-regarded eatery in a cute Creole house off the main drag is a good place to sample authentic Réunionnais fare prepared mama-style. Tour your…
Réunion
This sweet spot hidden on a tranquil street north of the centre is perfect for a light lunch prepared with local, high-quality ingredients. It also serves…
Réunion
Pounce on The Good Cooking Pot's excellent-value dinner buffet, which features 12 wholesome carris (curries) as well as grilled meat. You'll leave…
Réunion
You wouldn't guess it from the humble surrounds, but this family-run place is praised for its lip-smacking biryanis and other tasty Indian staples,…
Réunion
Indulge in delicious French-inspired dishes at this fine-dining restaurant with contemporary decor and mood lighting. The small menu is chalked on the…
Réunion
Tasty, filling, cheap Creole food and voluminous sandwiches. No surprise that it's popular. For a true local (if lowbrow) experience, try this modest…
Réunion
Near the harbour and a Frisbee's throw from the beach, this unpretentious open-air joint majors in fish dishes as well as salads. Good homemade desserts,…
Réunion
Ask a local where they go for the best macatias (buns) and croissants and they point to this delectable little bakery. It has a wide variety of cavity…
The East
Chez Louiso is a modest open-air eatery overlooking the harbour. The menu is limited to sandwiches and a couple of daily specials, but they're well…
Réunion
This immutable seafood favourite on the seafront gets the thumbs up for its choice of tartares and carpaccios as well as fish dishes (usually tuna,…
Réunion
Generous scoops and about 40 flavours are the trademarks of this drool-inducing ice-cream parlour opposite the mosque. Also serves up snacks, well…
Réunion
If you’re planning a picnic, stop at this mouthwatering bakery, which sells tarts, pastries, breads and other treats. You'll also find sandwiches and…
Réunion
There's sure to be a dish on the extensive menu that suits your palate. Very popular with weekending families. It's known for its palmiste (palm hearts)…
Réunion
A favourite haunt of hungry walkers, this family-run restaurant serves up hearty local dishes such as smoked sausages and curries, as well as moderately…
Réunion
Service is casse-pas-la-tête (unfussy) and the decor is unpretentious at this friendly fast food joint on the main drag. Fuel up with wholesome daily…
The East
If you're looking for a quick food fix, check out the options at this family-run eatery opposite Notre Dame des Laves church. It specialises in tasty,…
Réunion
Coming from La Nouvelle, this cool venture appears like a mirage at the entrance of Marla. Bliss! It serves sandwiches, carris (at lunchtime) and drinks…
Réunion
This slick modern eatery does a brisk business with office workers – always a sign that you've found a good bargain. It speedily serves tasty wraps,…
Réunion
This unfussy little kiosk could hardly be better situated: it overlooks the saltwater pool at Puits des Anglais. The menu concentrates on composed salads…
Réunion
This well-run option in an appealing Creole house concentrates on a plain and simple menu – tacos, burgers, sandwiches and salads – but does it really…