Mahé
At Takamaka Bay, La Grande Maison is the home kitchen of Christelle Verheyden, arguably the country's most talented chef. The atmosphere, in a restored…
Must-see restaurants in Mahé
Victoria
Marie-Antoinette isn't just a restaurant, it's an experience, especially at dinner. It occupies a beautiful, wood-and-iron colonial Seychellois mansion…
Mahé
This delightful spot weds cafe-cool to excellent cooking. The centrepiece is local seafood: octopus straight from the lagoon, baked red snapper in banana…
Mahé
The views here, next to Bliss hotel, are rather special and there's a real classy-but-casual atmosphere; they haven't tried to cram in too many tables,…
Mahé
One of the east coast's best seaside restaurants, stylish and breezy Kafe Kreol combines beachside charm, good service and terrific food; the octopus…
Mahé
For fresh fish, grilled just the way it should be, Oscars is a terrific choice. There's grouper, sailfish, marlin and red snapper, but the best order is…
Morne Seychellois National Park
With gorgeous views and a healthy ethic when it comes to cooking, The Station is a lovely place to stop high atop the island. Dishes range from salads,…
Mahé
Now here's something different. Maria, the Seychellois spouse of artist Antonio Filippin, runs this quirky restaurant beside her husband's studio. The…
Mahé
An old favourite of visitors and locals alike, this restaurant specialises in quality Italian homemade pasta (the gnocchi della casa tastes particularly…
Mahé
On an open-sided elevated platform above the beach at the Coral Strand Hotel, Coral Asia does excellent sushi. We especially love the sashimi and nigiri…
Mahé
The 'Black Pearl' scores high on atmosphere, with an eye-catching nautical theme and seafaring paraphernalia liberally scattered around the dining rooms…
Mahé
Our pick for the Seychelles' best Indian restaurant, Maharajas has views of the yacht harbour and the mountains of Mahé beyond. The cooking is assured,…
Mahé
Grilled tuna, seafood pasta, ginger prawns. A range of cocktails, ciders and juices. An absence of wi-fi and a beach across the road. Everyone's different…
Mahé
Modern and brightly lit, this lovely corner cafe does terrific gelato and ice-cream sundaes, as well as snacks (pastries and crépes), a few mains and…
Mahé
The setting is wonderful at this cafe-restaurant up in the hills at the spice garden, and it puts you in the mood for a fruit juice or a crunchy salad…
Mahé
This long-standing venture is a great place for a slap-up meal. Its Creole-themed buffet dinner should satisfy all but the hungriest visitors, with about…
Mahé
The impressive thatched canopy, the sand floor and the endless turquoise bay in front of you help the switch to 'relax' mode. The location outshines the…
Mahé
This unpretentious little eatery is ideally positioned right on the beach. The menu has simply prepared seafood (such as grilled crab or seafood curry)…
Victoria
Downstairs from Sam's Pizzeria, this wildly popular takeaway place serves up hearty Creole staples in a cafeteria-style display cabinet – point to what…
Victoria
The decor of this 1st-floor eatery overlooking the clock tower is easy on the eye, a mix of stylish and quirky, and the vantage point is good for people…
Anchor Café – Islander Restaurant
Mahé
This family-run restaurant takes its cooking seriously. Its champion dishes include blackened fish, a range of Creole curries (including lobster curry),…
Mahé
A west-coast veteran, Chez Plume can still hold its own among the new crop of places. It serves local specialities such as Creole black pudding, octopus…
Les Dauphins Heureux Café-Restaurant
Mahé
A classic beachfront setting with a shady terrace and a tropical garden characterises this classy eatery with a modernish feel. Choose between subtly…
Mahé
As much lounge bar as cafe, this upstairs cafe in Bliss hotel has beach beds to go with the tables and good views over the beach and out to Silhouette…
Mahé
With waterside tables overlooking the northern end of Beau Vallon, La Plage lives up to its name. Presentation is impeccable, decor is enticing, with…
Victoria
This charming oasis of a 1st-floor cafe rises above the din of downtown Victoria. It serves smoothies and fresh juices, good coffee, and light meals such…
Mahé
True to its name, Veranda Cafe offers classy but casual veranda dining with good coffee, snacks and light meals, pizzas and burgers, as well as more…
Mahé
This open-air restaurant overlooking the marina at Eden Island provides an agreeable dining experience with mostly Italian food. Everything's pretty good,…
Mahé
Occupying one of a number of heritage Creole buildings in this complex of artisan stalls, the Pomme Canelle serves up a well-priced Creole buffet with…
Mahé
In a terrific location overlooking the seductive beach at Anse Parnel (although overhanging branches now obscure much of the view), Surfers Beach is a…
Mahé
Excellent food and a lovely marina-side setting are reason enough to come here – the crab and prawn curry with coconut milk is outstanding, as is the…
Mahé
Madame Michel presides over this unpretentious, sand-floored eatery right on the beach – it's been around for years and is a local institution. After a…
Mahé
A curious mix of pizza, pasta and Chinese food ranges across the menu here, but you're on safe ground if you order something local – the octopus curry is…
Victoria
The food is fresh and tasty at this appealing eatery, in the southwestern corner of the market (upstairs). Typical dishes include smoked-fish salad, tiger…
Victoria
Order roast chicken, smoked fish with rice or other wholesome Creole staples at this crazily popular takeaway outlet smack-dab in the centre. Perfect to…
Victoria
This cheerful cafe-bar overlooking the main drag is an excellent venue to enjoy breakfast (muesli!) and read the newspapers, or to take a lunchtime break…
Victoria
Good honest Italian cooking with not a single frill (no money has been spent on the decor) is the order of the day here – no wonder it's so popular. In…
Victoria
If you see locals walking around town with takeaway containers and satisfied looks, chances are they've been to this simple cafeteria just across the from…
Victoria
Walls here are adorned with paintings by local artist George Camille, which gives the place a splash of style. Get things going with pizza cooked in a…
