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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-05-01

A Reunion Island staple are the traditional Creole ‘caris’, which is essentially the local spelling of curry. The Cabri Massalé, prepared with goat meat, is one of the most popular varieties. Caris are also made with chicken, duck, and seafood, all normally come with a separate side of minced chilli pepper.

Some local restaurants offer buffet-style Creole dining, with a selection of curries and stews, as well as other local dishes, such as vanilla duck, smoked pork or rougail sausage. Indian, Chinese, and French influences can all be traced in the local flavours, however, a few fine-dining French restaurants also operate on the island. Most of these restaurants are primarily found in the capital city of Saint-Denis.

Ferme Auberge Eva Annibal

Ferme Auberge Eva Annibal

Speaking of authenticity, the locally famed restaurant at Eva Annibal's is a longstanding establishment. It is a place to be written into a savvy travellers' itinerary. Order the full meal featuring some of the local homely classics, like the vanilla duck, and follow-up with one of the many rums on offer.

Le Reflet des Îles

Le Reflet des Îles

A place where the local Creole cuisine is served in multiple delicious varieties of locally-sourced ingredients, stews and curries. Their menu translated into English is a great asset for those who do not speak the local lingua franca, French.

Le 144

Le 144

The trendy 144 is a hip, European fusion restaurant based in the capital Saint-Denis. It serves substantial meals, all cooked to perfection from the freshest ingredients purchased at local markets. Wines served by the glass. Smoking is allowed on the veranda.

L'Atelier de Ben

L'Atelier de Ben

This fabled French restaurant is an exceptional gastronomic treat for those ready to contribute time and financial resources towards an unparalleled dining experience. Haute cuisine served here bears clear traces of French, Creole and Asian influences that all come together in a perfect twist.

Restaurant le Shams

Restaurant le Shams

Le Sham's is a casual eatery serving Chinese and Creole dishes, whether you're looking to dine in or take away. Choose from a broad selection of chicken, beef, and seafood dishes, such as fish, calamari, shrimp and others. The establishment is very popular among the locals. Just keep in mind that this place does not serve alcohol.

Wasabi

Wasabi

For those fans of the sushi conveyor-belt concept, Wasabi is a good choice in Saint-Denis. Sushi and rolls here are of remarkably good quality, plus a la carte is available to diners who want to take this sushi experience to the next level.

Le Manta

Le Manta

Set in a lush tropical garden, Le Manta is located right by the beach of L'Hermitage-les-Bains. It specializes in fish and seafood dishes, with some Creole menu items on offer. They also, serve a selection of desserts, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

La Marmite

La Marmite

The well-regarded Creole restaurant set on one of Reunion's most stunning beaches is a great choice for dinner. Its buffet-style arrangement allows diners to sample a large selection of local meat, seafood, veggie curries and stews all in one meal. Cultural nights are occasionally hosted.

Ti Mahi-Mahi

Ti Mahi-Mahi

A great location in Saint-Gilles, the Ti Mahi-Mahi offers a limited selection of dishes for very good reason Their main ingredient, fish is caught daily by staff going out to sea in the restaurant's own boat, which guarantees excellent quality and freshness. Make sure you don't leave without trying their Tartare.

La Case Creole

La Case Creole

To acquaint yourself with local culinary traditions try the very good value La Case Creole. In the evenings, the all-inclusive buffet-style dining allows guests to sample a large variety of Creole, French and Cajun dishes at once. Even the pickiest of eaters will find something suitable.

Le DCP

Le DCP

Le DCP holds a legendary status when it comes to seafood in Reunion. The menu foregrounds fresh fish, which comes in the form of tartare, sushi, or carpaccio, as well as seared, or well-done. It's hard to go wrong with the selection. Despite having two locations in Reunion, it's best to book in advance to ensure a table.

Sakimfo BBQ HOUSE

Sakimfo BBQ HOUSE

Grill-it-yourself is the motto of this Vietnamese restaurant, where guests are invited to actively participate in the process of dish creation. Staff are helpful and ready to guide you through the process if the need arises. There's also a menu available if you prefer ready-made meals.

Planch' Alize

Planch' Alize

Planch' Alize is a waterfront establishment that serves meat and seafood dishes in the main dining area, along with solid sandwiches, salads and desserts at its in-house take-away booth. Being more of a beach club than a restaurant, it also provides sun beds and water sport equipment for rent.

Le Blue Margouillat

Le Blue Margouillat

Regarded as one of the most renown restaurants on the island, the Blue Margouillat, housed in a boutique hotel by the same name, is a very upscale dining establishment serving elevated dishes by the pool, against a backdrop of the traditional Creole building it is in.

Le QG

Le QG

The QG serves the very definition of fusion cuisine - the Creole, French and Senegalese culinary traditions blend together only to create a varied menu heavy on grilled meats and stews. Make sure you try the Poulet yassa. If you feel like singing and having some fun, Karaoke nights are held on Fridays.

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