Chez Marceline

Top choice in Fort Dauphin (Taolagnaro)


Many locals' pick for the town's best restaurant, Chez Marceline combines assured international cooking, local ingredients – the grilled fish or zebu steak are signature dishes here – and a fine location overlooking the ocean.


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