Restaurants | Dutch side (2025)
Best Restaurants & Beach Clubs in St. Maarten (2025)
If you like variety in your meals then you are in the right place on the Dutch Side – Sint Maarten! With over 100 different nationalities inhabiting SXM, this brings a wide range of cuisines and influences to your dish. French fine dining, Dutch plates, Indian, South American, Lebanese, Juicy Burgers or even Canadian poutine, everything is available in Sint Maarten.
The different cuisines you can find on the Dutch side:
Caribbean | American | Canadian | Indian | Italian | French | Dutch | Lebanese | Chinese | Jamaican | Creole | Colombian | Venezuelan | Austrian | Peruvian | Japanese | Mexican | Thai
From great food bars to fine dining restaurants, on St. Maarten, we have it all, and what makes the Dutch side exceptional is the many restored historical places and the entertainment. Several restaurants have special evenings with live music, from Jazz to Latin and piano to DJs playing electronic music.
This is what we like to call “The Melting Pot” of the Caribbean.
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Best dinner places on the Dutch side – Sint Maarten restaurants
This oceanfront Caribbean restaurant in Philipsburg is a quintessential eatery on the Boardwalk, looking out to Great Bay’s crystal blue water.
A side of Zen with your dinner. A splash of pizzazz in your cocktail. Multiple sensations for the mind. Palapa in Simpson Bay is more than “just dinner”!
Combines the delicate taste of the French-side with fun-loving Dutch-side vibes. Intimate family-style venue & an authentic local experience in Cole Bay.
Up in the hills of Cole Bay in a restored 19th-century Sugar Mill | Bamboo’s World-Class chefs have been redefining Sushi in SXM for over 20 years!
The World-class Chef gives a classic steakhouse a new attitude. JAX in Maho is a sexy fusion of taste & style laid out in mahogany and leather.
Visit Joelle & Gregg in Simpson Bay | A place to relax, sit back, enjoy approachable service, and a home-cooked meal full of Caribbean flavor!
Locally owned and run, this place in Simpson Bay shows that you really can do Tapas with Caribbean flavors, drinks and service! Go Locals!
A hidden gem located in Paradise Mall, a fun night with Eduard serving South American-inspired Tapas and incredible wine and beer choices!
Terrace style dining located in the village of Porto Cupecoy. Enjoy French & Italian cuisine prepared with only the freshest ingredients.
Located on a historic 18th century sugar cane plantation. Chef Sidney brings a combination of high-end dining with classic Caribbean cuisine.
Traditional French restaurant with Caribbean & Asian influences. Recognized as Warm, friendly & delicious. At “The Cliff” in Cupecoy.
Caribbean & Fish restaurant in Oyster Pond, chef Leslie Martina prepares delectable dishes and Michael cold drinks. Visit their new Cigar lounge!
A romantic ocean front restaurant with Caribbean food, fresh cocktails, and music. Tucked away inside Mary’s Boon on Simpson Bay Beach.
A Caribbean twist on Indian classics create a culinary adventure in Cole Bay. An original alternative to Traditional island dining!
Colorful, air-conditioned, diner serving American classics with Caribbean flavors. Known for its nightly karaoke and weeky dinner dance show!
The best traditional Japanse Sushi located in Maho, Dutch SXM. Alina is a One A Kind dining experience and Chef Ken will create a Culinary adventure!
St Martin Yacht Club at the Simpson Bay Bridge | where sailors, yachties & maritime lovers unwind. The #1 Spot to see Super Yachts up close!
Bold Buddha brings a unique combination of Asian, Indian, and Caribbean flavors together right here on the Boardwalk in Philipsburg.
Middle Eastern Restaurant in Simpson Bay: Grilled Meats, Fish, Vegan & Vegetarian options; Kofte, Kebab’s, Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Salads, etc.
Cole Bay | Exceptional French cuisine and Live Lobster at super prices! Elegant modern Bali & blue setting and breathtaking Lagoon views.
A classy Cocktail Lounge & Restaurant in the heart of Maho Village. Serving till late at night with a multinational cuisine and great Tapas to share.
Built-your-own Burgers in Cole Bay with FREE TOPPINGS, Booze & draught Beers. Affordable food & amazing Happy Hours!
Italian food in Pelican, made by an Italian chef with carefully selected ingredients shipped from Italy and fresh fish from the Caribbean.
A fun, modern, eclectic city-vibe restaurant in the middle of Simpson Bay. Serving great sandwiches, bagels, pancakes, crepes, and waffles.
Poolside dining experience in Beacon Hill with French/Caribbean cuisine. Infinity Pool Day Pass, Beach Loungers & Cabana rental
The Pirates’ favorite hangout on the top deck of the Rusty Parrot in Philipsburg. Cold drinks & signature Pirate dishes served on rum barrels!
The Hideaway inside La Vista Resort welcomes everyone to Pelican. Serving Caribbean | International cuisine with pool seating overlooking the ocean!
A sexy rooftop sky lounge in Maho serving Craft Cocktails from award-winning bartenders. Deep House vibes & the zen of the cherry blossoms.
A diverse & inviting Asian fusion food bar in Philipsburg. Fresh & inspirational dishes inspired by the far east, complemented with Japanese Saké.
Craft beers, sailors & real food, what you see is what you get at this beer bar in Simson Bay! Prepare for raunchy bartenders & an obnoxious owner.
BBQ is a staple of Caribbean cooking, at Melange in Cole Bay, you submerge yourself into an experience with a tabletop Grill & endless dining options!
Serving home-cooked vegan meals with ingredients mostly grown from the SXM’s soil. Ital shack in Philipsburg is helping people cleanse their bodies.
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Beach Bars & Restaurants on the Dutch side – Sint Maarten 2025
A must-visit in the heart of Philipsburg, with great food all day, comfortable Beach Chairs, a Shower and, Moet ICE Champagne.
A chic beach club serving fine French cuisine right at the water’s edge of Grand Case Beach. Open for a Beach Day, Lunch or Dinner!
The ultimate relaxing spot on Simpson Bay Beach with Caribbean food, fresh cocktails, and music. Tucked away inside Mary’s Boon.
Discover Beachside Bliss at this Simpson Bay Beach Club – Where Casual Elegance Meets Culinary Innovation and Entertainment.
Open-air, casual restaurant right on Maho Beach. The best spot for lunch & plane spotting, or a romantic oceanfront dinner.
There is a new Dutch blonde in town; Comfort food, Local Beers & Dutch pancakes in this gorgeous Beer Garden in Philipsburg.
Beach bar & kitchen in Maho. Daily LIVE MUSIC events, combined with great Happy Hours, and amazing Sunset in this colorful place!
Mullet Bay Beach can now be a full-day destination! Caribbean BBQ and services like a Changing Room, Shower, Toilets, & Lockers.
Located on Mullet Bay Beach | High-quality food, great drinks, friendly faces serving, and all at a very reasonable price.
Beach location with multinational influences, great food & drinks right on Kim Sha beach. Can be lively or laidback: the choice is all yours!
A Fun for All place in Beacon hill, on Simpson Bay Beach to enjoy good times, Tasty Homemade Food & cocktails without breaking the bank!
Looking for delicious, breathtaking, and away from the crowds & organized tours? Visit Indigo for French cuisine on the beach!
Where to find the local beach beer! Sandbar, Karakter, The Boon, Yacht Club, Kalua, and lots more. Have a Bright moment!
Best Breakfast locations – Sint Maarten 2025
Terrace style dining located in the village of Porto Cupecoy. Enjoy French & Italian cuisine prepared with only the freshest ingredients.
St Martin Yacht Club at the Simpson Bay Bridge | where sailors, yachties & maritime lovers unwind. The #1 Spot to see Super Yachts up close!
Panini’s, Sandwiches, Smoothies & Coffee in Philipsburg or Cole Bay. Tourists relax, strangers become friends… Over Coffee.
Breakfast/Lunch Café in Simpson Bay: One of island’s favorite places for during the day. Fresh pastries, artisanal breads & the famous “Zee Bagel”.
A fun, modern, eclectic city-vibe restaurant in the middle of Simpson Bay. Serving sandwiches, bagels, pancakes, crepes, and waffles.
Kara & Dominic provide a never-ending supply of fresh-baked goodness every day. Custom-made cakes for special occasions!
Breakfast locations
Freshly baked Pastries, Patisserie, Pie, Cakes, Croissants, Breads & Baguette! Birthday cake, cupcakes or multi-layered wedding cakes.
Terrace style dining located in the village of Porto Cupecoy. Enjoy French & Italian cuisine prepared with only the freshest ingredients.
A chic beach club atmosphere right at the water’s edge of Grand Case Beach. Open for a Lunch on the Beach or in the Restaurant!
SXM’s #1 Waterfront breakfast, lunch or dinner spot overlooking the Simpson Bay Bridge | where locals, tourists, sailors & yachties unwind.
Cole Bay | The place for Freshly baked goodness & Pastries, Baguette, Sandwiches, Croissants, Bagels, Coffee, Tea, Fresh Orange Juice, etc.
A fun, modern, eclectic city-vibe restaurant in the middle of Simpson Bay. Ranked #1 Breakfast Restaurant in SXM and Travelers Choice Award!
Breakfast & Lunch Café in Simpson Bay: One of island’s favorite places. Fresh pastries, artisanal breads & the famous “Zee Bagel”.
Panini’s, Sandwiches, Smoothies & Coffee in Philipsburg or Cole Bay. Tourists relax, strangers become friends… Over Coffee.
Artisan-style French Bakery, in Marigot serving fresh croissants, sandwiches with any topping, out-of-this-world patisserie, and more…
Love at First Bite in Orient Bay | A Romantic Poolside Breakfast Buffet with Classic French cuisine & Caribbean flavors.
A unique blend of Colombian coffee and local flavors. Drinks, delicious pastries, and homemade Dominican treats with love
Kara & Dominic provide a never-ending supply of fresh-baked goodness every day. Custom-made cakes for special occasions!
Home-cooked vegan meals in Philipsburg, with ingredients mostly grown from the SXM’s soil. Helping people cleanse their bodies.
Best lunch locations in Sint Maarten
In the heart of Philipsburg, overlooking Great Bay you enjoy a la carte lunch. Great place for an upscale outdoor seated lunch.
Traditional French restaurant with Caribbean & Asian influences. Open for a nice lunch at “The Cliff” in Cupecoy.
Delicate taste of the French-side with fun-loving Dutch-side vibes. Intimate family-style venue serving lunch daily in Cole Bay.
An open-air, casual chic beach restaurant overlooking Maho Beach. A great spot for lunch and planespotting, or a romantic oceanfront dinner.
A Caribbean twist on Indian classics create a culinary adventure in Cole Bay. Modern & tasty cuisine, open for Lunch Wednesday to Friday!
Beach bar & kitchen in Maho. Open every day with International Cuisine, great Happy Hours, and amazing Sunset in this colorful place!
Ice cream parlor and air-conditioned diner. This landmark eatery is serving American – Caribbean cuisine for over a decade -open for lunch!
Relive 50/60’s USA in Maho step into an American diner on Route 66 with Freshly made Gourmet Burgers, Milkshakes & Retro vibes
A unique blend of Colombian coffee and local flavors. Drinks, delicious pastries, and homemade Dominican treats with love
Authentic local BBQ & Caribbean delicacies seasoned with island spices and cooked to perfection – Kim Sha Beach
Looking for delicious, breathtaking, and away from the crowds? Indigo offers French cuisine, and great service right on the beach!
The local’s choice for fresh loaves of bread, sandwiches, cakes, patties and lots more, breakfast/lunch Café in Philipsburg and Cole Bay.
Poolside dining experience in Beacon Hill with French/Caribbean cuisine. Infinity Pool Day Pass, Beach Loungers & Cabana rental
Middle Eastern Restaurant in Simpson Bay: perfectly Grilled Meats, Fish, Vegan & Vegetarian options. Serving lunch daily!
Panini’s, Sandwiches, Smoothies & Coffee in Philipsburg or Cole Bay. Where strangers become friends… Over Coffee and lunch.
Restaurants per Area on Sint Maarten | Saint Martin:
Restaurants all over Sint Maarten & Saint Martin, split in categories (2025)
The French are known for their fantastic breakfast/lunch dishes, crepes, omelets, croissants, and baguette all around.
Our island is known as the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean, experience why and indulge in the best cuisines in SXM.
St. Maarten | St. Martin’s national dishes and other authentic Caribbean delicacies that you only find here on SXM.
The island has lots of roadside BBQ grills and comfort food restaurants, meats, taco’s, ribs, chicken and other fast bites.
The best Casual Dining locations, French style bistros, and amazing Steakhouses in SXM – Fun dinner locations 2025
SXM’s best Beach bars and Outdoor Restaurants. Cocktails, Champagne on Ice, Pina Colada, Daiguiris, Mojito’s and amazing food.
Other Restaurants in Sint Maarten (Dutch side) worth a mention!
Shieka’s
Vegetarian & Caribbean Cuisine in a truly Caribbean atmosphere, located in back street, Philipsburg. this is where the locals have their authentic Caribbean dishes.
Food: Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg
Chez Yvette
Home cooked local meals at their best, at Chez Yvette in Dutch Quarter you can experience a truly Caribbean dinner experience. It’s like visiting family.
Food: Caribbean
Location: French Quarter
Gutside Café
Visit Lourdes and Richard and Feel like long-lost family while indulging in authentic Caribbean dishes learned from generation to generation. One of the must-visit local gems in SXM!
Food: Caribbean
Location: Friars Bay
Biggy’s Central
Johnny Cake burgers, Jerk chicken wings, and many other tasty Jamaican dishes and Caribbean staples. Reviewed a 4.8 out of 5 on Google, you can expect an extraordinary experience ;)
Food: Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg
Top Carrot
Top Carrot is serving the tastiest French and local dishes made with fresh organic ingredients. They use as much local produce as possible and have a friendly Caribbean team!
Food: French/Caribbean/Vegetarian
Location: Cole Bay
Vesna Taverna
A French Taverne with grape leaves and wine boxes set the mood in this elegant restaurant. Serving fine French cuisine made with fresh ingredients for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Food: French
Location: Simpson Bay
IZI Ristorante
Italian restaurant located next to the cinemas, with disco lights turning on and the staff starting to sing this place is known as one of the favorites for birthday parties.
Food: Italian
Location: Cole Bay
Chesterfields
American style eatery with Caribbean influences, with a friendly local staff attending you and lots of tasty dishes. This place is known for their royal portion sizes.
Food: American/Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg
The Green House
A mix of American and Caribbean cooking with bang bang shrimps, steak specials, and lobster nights. The Greenhouse is known for its Happy Hours and great specials!
Food: American/Caribbean
Location: Philipsburg & Simpson Bay
Skipjacks
A specialized Caribbean seafood restaurant serving fresh catch from local fishermen for decades. Skipjacks is a hallmark eatery in Simpson Bay.
Food: Seafood/Caribbean BBQ
Location: Simpson Bay
Pineapple Pete
American casual dining location with live music several nights a week. The friendly local staff is happy to host you for a dinner, including a night out in one.
Food: American/Caribbean
Location: Cole Bay
Avantika
One of the best Thai restaurants in Sint Maarten, serving amazing curries, pad thai, and all types of noodles and flavors.
Food: Thai
Location: Cole Bay
Astra
American-style steakhouse and live lobster grill with Caribbean influences. This place at the lagoon side serves tasty dishes in a casual-chic atmosphere.
Food: American Steakhouse
Location: Cole Bay
Shiv Shakti
Authentic Indian cuisine such as paneer, tikka masala and korma curries, fresh naans and a lot more. Cooked in an original tandoori oven for the best flavors!
Food: Indian
Location: Pelican
La Patrona
A casual chic Mexican restaurant where all the staff welcome you in their colorful dresses. This is the finest South American cuisine with top ingredients!
Food: Mexican
Location: Pelican
Moulin Fou
Authentic French cuisine served in a charming red windmill. A great spot for a romantic dinner with knowledgeable staff, fine dining and great wines.
Food: French
Location: Maho
Karakter Beach
A welcoming beach bar on Simpson Bay beach and with live music several nights a week. Great casual food and free beach chairs upon consumption make this a place for all.
Food: Dutch/Caribbean
Location: Simpson Bay
Driftwood Boatbar
A Caribbean boat bar (literally) right on Maho Beach. Making the perfect spot for drinks, comfort food and a fun time. Try their signature Rum Punch!
Food: Comfort food
Location: Maho Beach
Sunset Beachbar
One of the busiest bars in SXM with over 1 million cruise ship visitors a year. This place gets very lively during the daytime with comfort food, drinks and entertainment.
Food: Comfort Food
Location: Maho Beach
Mama | Pizza & Pasta
Authentic Italian cuisine with the tastiest brick-oven pizzas & homemade pastas. Cooked the original way and made with fresh ingredients and Italian herbs.
Food: Italian
Location: Cupecoy & Oyster Pond
Al Pasha
Mediterranean cuisine in a casual-chic atmosphere right here in Simpson Bay! Al Pasha is known for its perfectly grilled and flavored meats, and the many great vegetarian options.
Food: Mediterranean
Location: Simpson Bay
Al Pasha
Mediterranean cuisine in a casual-chic atmosphere right here in Simpson Bay! Al Pasha is known for its perfectly grilled and flavored meats, and the many great vegetarian options.
Food: Mediterranean
Location: Simpson Bay
Fit Foods SXM
Fit Foods is all about calculating and catering to our daily nutrition needs, only perfectly balanced, healthy meals and meal programs.
Food: Healthy
Location: Philipsburg
Arena Base Cafe
Arena Base Cafe offers a home-delivered food program based on your daily activities; healthy and balanced meals to keep your body and mind in shape.
Food: Healthy
Location: Pelican
La Sucriere
A classic French bakery making the most delectable croissants, sandwiches and pastries right in Cole Bay.
Food: French bakery
Location: Cole Bay
Pelican Bistro
An in and out kinda place but of better quality. Serving great pasta, sandwiches, coffees, tea and so forth.
Food: International
Location: Pelican
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