Bamboo Bernies - Sint Maarten's most extraordinary desination. Virtually surrounded by the Caribbean. Part Tiki Bar, Part Restaurant, part beach club, part live music venue, and part beach cinema. At Bamboo Bernies, you'll find the island's only outdoor beach cinema. With regularly scheduled showings of classics and current films, viewers of all ages enjoy watching films right on our own beach with the moon as a backdrop. Come watch a flick with your favorite tiki drink in hand. / Beacon Hill Road #2, Sint Maarten, Netherlands Antilles / phone (599) 545 3622

Joes Grill & Ribs - A very unassuming establishment. But if you are looking for alocal made feast, Joe's is the place to dine. The décor is simple, and this may fool some, but don't make that mistake, the food is absolutely excellent, and with portions are plenty. The prices are easy on the wallet, and is a favorite stop for families. Yes, the ribs are their specialty, but the menu also includes fajita’s, kabobs, local dishes, burgers and grilled chops. they even offer a children’s menu of tasty enjoyment such as honey wings and chicken nuggets. / Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten, Netherlands Antilles / phone (599) 557 9954

Pizza Galley - The best pizza on the island is at the Pizza Galley! But that is not all that stands out here: the service, hospitality and value are superior. And so are the desurts. The dough is made fresh daily. The menu also includes a unique Surf & Turf pizza (spicy sauce, steak, black tiger shrimp, roasted peppers, mushrooms, onions, goat and mozzarella cheese). They are the proud recipients of first prize for Texas Pit Pizza Contest in 2002 not to mention first prize for the Island92FM pie contest in 2003. / Airport Rd, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten, Netherlands Antilles / phone (599) 557-7416

Sunset Café - Enjoy a French breakfast (croissant and coffee), go the full American route, or have a romantic breakfast on the beach with champagne, smoked salmon, omelettes of you choice and more. We are just as flexible at lunch, make it light, a burger on the beach or long, fine French at a table in the restaurant with the best views on the island. Gaze out to Créole Rock and across the Bay to Anguilla. Stay for sunset, catch a glimpse of the "green flash" and view the transformation of the Café as it becomes a romantic candle-lit French restaurant. Weather permitting, we offer a complete dinner menu under the stars on the beach and, if the weather does not cooperate, the open-air restaurant awaits. There are several specials every evening and English is spoken. / On the Beach at Grand Case Beach Club, St. Martin, FWI / phone 590 87 51 87

Il Nettuno Ristorante Italiano - They serve fresh pasta and seafood for lunch and dinner. Come sit in the spacious dining room and enjoy the gentle breezes as you sample some of the finest and freshest Italian cuisine in Saint Martin. The fresh fish specials can't be beat. Raymon was the owner and the main entertainer at La Niçoise in Washington, DC. He has brought his expertise to the Caribbean, along with his love of the Redskins. Check out the memorabilia. Live entertainment with Mateo and his magic guitar, who will serenade you with almost any song in any language you wish. / 70 Boulevard de Grand Case, Saint Martin, FWI / phone 590 87 77 38

The Hideaway, Chez Andy - Andy Hall is the owner, and his hospitality is well known with the locals, and visitors alike. They are almost unanimous in their favorites, which includes thin crusted pizzas and a bottomless carafe of vanilla rum at the end of every meal. Another popular feature of Andy's is the the hot stone fish dinners that you cook right on your table! / St. Jean, St. Barthélemy, FWI / phone 590 27 63 62
Jojo Burger - After you have experienced all of the fine dining your palate (and wallet!) can take, try this quaint establishment, famous for it's namesake. The Jojo Burger. You won't leave without a satisfied feeling and full belly!. / Lorient, St. Barthélemy, FWI / phone 590 27 50 33