The East
Les Letchis has a fantastic location in a luxuriant garden by the Rivière des Marsouins. The menu is an ode to Creole classics and 'riverfood'; standouts…
Must-see restaurants in Réunion
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
Two Senegalese brothers (Abdou and Cher) run this well-known venture with a snug dining room. The eclectic menu features exquisitely cooked rougail…
Réunion
This much-loved case, with its shady terrace and cosy dining room, is a soothing spot. It offers beautifully presented Creole, métro and Asian-inspired…
Réunion
Part of the eponymous hotel, this is the gourmet choice in St-Gilles. With its enticing dining deck by the pool, charming welcome and delicious cuisine,…
Réunion
If you're growing weary of heavy regional dishes, this cute crêperie is a godsend. It's renowned for its gourmet crêpes and galettes made from quality…
The East
Chez Éva Annibal is something of an institution on the island. Pack a hearty thirst and giant-sized appetite before venturing into this plain but feisty…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
The aptly named 'Cheese Palace' is famous for its superb range of cheeses, including a delicious fromage au miel et caramel (cheese flavoured with honey…
Réunion
Sick of stodgy carris (curries)? Then head here for loveable fusion fare served in a strong design-led interior. The menu drips with panache and the chef…
L'Eveil des Sens – Le Blue Margouillat
Réunion
This elegant restaurant inside Le Blue Margouillat hotel is the top-end darling of the west coast. Marc Chappot's creative dishes are artfully prepared…
Réunion
A hop and a skip from the seafront (but no views), this attractive garden restaurant has a seductively cosy terrace and serves up delectable burgers,…
Réunion
One of St-Paul’s top tables, La Bas Ter La is tucked down a quiet street not far from the seafront. It offers excellent French cuisine with a refined…
Réunion
Well-respected chef Gregory and his wife (and sommelier) Pauline opened this very special spot on the main drag in late 2018. The emphasis is on local…
Réunion
Plenty of smiles from the owners, recipes plucked straight out of grandma's cookbook, a serene setting in the Hauts and partial sea views from the terrace…
Réunion
Don't miss this soulful restaurant in the centre of Petite Île – it gets favourable word-of-mouth reviews along with our stamp of approval. The menu…
Réunion
Brimming with good cheer, this tropical cocoon in a street running parallel to the seafront serves excellent food. A sampling of choices might include a…
Réunion
Concealed in a wonderfully overgrown garden, this well-respected restaurant has a great selection of fish and meat dishes, as well as a few Creole…
Réunion
A welcoming family-run outfit in a picturesque Creole house complete with a courtyard garden, Chez Moustache serves authentic Creole specialities at…
Réunion
For a menu that strays a little off the familiar sausage rougail (sausages cooked in tomato sauce) and chicken curry path, try this cute eatery in a…
Réunion
Wanna try something different? Not your average crêperie, La Saint-Georges is renowned for its gourmet crêpes and galettes made from top-notch ingredients…
Réunion
This sassy restaurant and bar directly on the beach is run by a dynamic crew who serve consistently delicious market-inspired cuisine. Throw in a…
Réunion
This excellent restaurant serves hearty regional dishes including curries, stews and bol renversé (a bowl of rice with various toppings) at very…
Réunion
Smiley staff, slick decor, brisk service, good vibrations and plenty of healthy options on the menu ensure full tables at this bistro-cum-cafe. Indulge in…
The East
An excellent surprise, up in the hills above St-Benoît, 'The Spice Hut' specialises in grilled fish and meat dishes as well as tasty carris, all served in…
Réunion
Overlooking the beach, this hip venture provides an enjoyable dining experience with healthy food, including a few veggie options, as well as mean…
Réunion
This adorable Creole house has a spiffing location – it's right on the seashore in Terre Sainte (ask for a table with a sea view). Grab a dish from the…
Réunion
This few-frills but atmospheric haunt isolated among orchard trees and cane fields south of Petite Île is a great find. No culinary acrobatics here, just…
Réunion
This much-lauded venture with a vintage feel serves a range of culinary delights that deliciously represent French bistro cooking. The ris de veau (veal…
Réunion
Innovative cuisine reigns supreme under the stewardship of young chef Jehan Colson. With its intimate dining room, small terrace, industrial-chic decor…
Réunion
This bustling little paillotte (beach restaurant) is noted for its reliable seafood as well as meat dishes, lavish salads and tempting desserts. It's also…
Réunion
This family-run eatery in a private house spins tasty carris and ace homemade desserts (Mmm, the crème brûlée and the tarte Tatin with papaya and cinnamon…
Réunion
This St-Denis institution has the feel of a true Parisian bistro – packed, buzzing and full of attitude. It offers brasserie food that you wouldn't cross…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
This ferme-auberge (farm restaurant) on the main road south of Bourg-Murat offers delicious, good-value, no-nonsense farmhouse food. Along with duck…
Les Hautes Plaines & the Volcano
One of the best-known eateries in the area, this colourful spot on the main drag is popular with Réunionnais families – a good sign. The atmosphere is…
Réunion
A long-standing institution, Chez Noë is almost a rite of passage in Cilaos. It churns out invigorating Creole favourites such as sausage with lentils and…
Réunion
Generous scoops and about 30 flavours are the trademarks of this drool-inducing ice-cream parlour in the heart of St-Denis. Take your mind off the…
Réunion
Worth a mention for its breezy deck overlooking the lagoon, memorable sea views and jovial atmosphere, La Bodega serves a wide range of dishes, including…
Réunion
Come lunch and dinner, this cute case créole is alive with action. Tables spill from inside out onto a breezy terrace. Food-wise, the menu features all…
Réunion
Tasty Indo-Mauritian snacks and ready-made meals are the order of the day at this under-the-radar neighbourhood venture set in a small Creole house with…
Réunion
A fine specimen of a restaurant, Le Vieux Port is ideally situated in a tropical garden about 500m south of the 2007 lava flow. It is strictly local…
Réunion
This small restaurant, with its appealing colourful facade on the main drag, is run by a friendly young team. Herbivores will opt for the assiette ti…
