This outstanding restaurant in the heart of St-François boasts a notably more sophisticated menu than its nearby competitors, with standouts such as duck breast with tamarind and ginger, yam mousse and sweet pumpkin. The improvised space is gorgeous, with bottle openers used as wall decorations, a fabulous wine cellar, mood lighting and jazz in the background.
Le Mabouya dans La Bouteille
Top choice in Grande-Terre
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