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Basse-Terre Island Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Basse-Terre Island
Discover the best restaurant in Basse-Terre Island, Guadeloupe including La Savane, L'Eddy's Papillon, La Paillote de la Perle, La Touna, Le Mahina, Kote Lagon, Paradise Kafe, Le Poisson Rouge, l'Otentik, KAZ A PAT
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1. La Savane
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 755 reviews
Reviewed By TravlJini - Ann Arbor, MI
By far, the best meal we ate while in all of Guadeloupe. From start to finish, our tastebuds were rewarded. We started with Rillettes de poissons caraïbes maison à la moutarde à l'ancienne and Emincé de chatrou, huile d'olive, ail et persil. I took the waiter's recommendation and ordered the Tataki de thazard,émulsion au wasabi, which was cooked to perfection, slightly tartare, and the wasabi was like mousse. TO top it off, the dessert is something I will never forget: Soufflé glacé au rhum et raisins. I will dream of that dessert forever more. Do make Reservations if you'd like to sit next to the sea.
2. L'Eddy's Papillon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 249 reviews
Le Restaurant L'Eddy's Papillon est synonyme de cuisine exigeante.Dans un cadre agréable et chaleureux, nous vous proposons aussi bien des plats traditionnels que des idées culinaires innovantes. Venez vous en convaincre en nous rendant visite.
Reviewed By Sarum2014 - Peterborough, Canada
So friendly, excellent meal .... be sure to make a reservation. Our waiter was very helpful and friendly and the chef, who took the reservation, was happy to squeeze us in on a very busy night for them. Food was excellent, superb fish dishes.
3. La Paillote de la Perle
Overall Ratings
4 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By Judith S - Palo Alto, California
The parking lot was full when we arrived at the beautiful La Plage de la Perle and we were directed to an overflow area behind the building. After walking down the beach and perusing the various options, we chose La Paillote and we are delighted we did. It was obvious there were lots of regulars, who jumped up to help the staff clear tables, bring placemats, and deliver wine. Big tables of friends who knew each other.
What really bonded everyone there was that a couple going to the beach blocked the access point to the back parking area. When people tried to drive out, they got stuck in the sand so the men (many of whom looked like accomplished professionals and businessmen) would jump up and push them out. One very well-dressed (for the beach) gentleman placed the restaurant's sign in the alternate parking spot and stopped people from parking there so the group could push out the next car that wanted to leave. It was a very funny scene.
The timing for lunch was quite leisurely but as it was a beautiful spot and we had the aforementioned entertainment, we didn't mind. The ubiquitous accras were delicious but the highlight was the grilled redfish which was superb (crispy skin and moist flesh). It was served over court bullion and topped with chopped vegetables with a side of red beans and rice plus white rice. Delicious and expertly prepared. We finished with ice cream.
We stuck around the beach, went swimming in the lovely cove, and were able to retrieve our car after the offending parkers left. (By that time the parking support team had also left the restaurant for the beach). Overall, a wonderful experience all around.
4. La Touna
Overall Ratings
4 based on 869 reviews
Reviewed By momonthemove2015 - Montreal, Canada
What a great restaurant and well worth any detour for dinner. Located on the west coast of Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, in Malendure, near the Jacques Cousteau marine reserve. Very gracious hosts, lovely locale on the water, everything is very comfy and relaxing. And the food is terrific: fresh, fresh seafood, imaginative sauces, and wonderful flavours in everything. Highly recommended!
5. Le Mahina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 621 reviews
Reviewed By OrganicForever - New York
I ate here several times with my wife over a week and recommend the following every time: carpaccio of marlin (EUR 15), all pizzas - ask for bien cuit (well done) - marlin steak, spicy shrimp. The word is consistent! ask for spicy sauce with all dishes.
6. Kote Lagon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
Reviewed By Katemakesfilms - Leeds, United Kingdom
I stopped here for lunch by chance after a morning on the beautiful Grande Anse beach. The Terrace sits right on the lagoon amidst lush tropical vegetation, and the view is stunning. The staff and owner were very friendly and I went for the tasty fish rillettes, and creole smoked chicken (Poulet boucané) for a main, all washed down with the best planter's punch I've ever tasted. This has become a regular haunt for me - it's family friendly, welcoming and a home from home.
7. Paradise Kafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 469 reviews
Restaurant situé dans le bourg de Deshaies proche du port de pèche et face a la baie. Le paradise Kafé est accessible par la plage ou depuis la rue, ou, il vous suffit d'emprunter "l'énigmatique couloir" et au bout, vous tomberez sur un décor qui vous dépaysera. L'esprit du Paradise Kafé est : Famille, échanges, rencontres, convivialité, partage de compétences et mise en avant de réseaux, le tout autour d'un bon repas qur vous aurez choisis dans la carte présentée par Jean-Mi qui a toujours plaisir a accueillir (on dirait que c'est dans sa nature ;-) ) et cuisiné "fait maison" par Anne Patronne et chef en même temps ;-). Alors vous l'aurez compris ... Le paradise kafé est le lieu idéal dans Deshaies pour les locaux ou les touristes qui cherchent à se poser seul, en famille ou entre amis (d'ou les grandes tablées) pour décompresser et passer de bons moments face a un magnifique de soleil. Alors à bientot ou a pistache ;-)
Reviewed By Frances J - Anglesey Wales
Great fun restaurant. Didn't book and when we went in it was so busy .We didn't think they would find us a table but they did and did it in good humour . Loved the food and the staff who were so so pressed but...MoreThank you so much
8. Le Poisson Rouge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 253 reviews
The red fish is the symbol of this home and the name of the gastronomic restaurant of Tendacayou but also of Guadeloupe. Sylvie, mistress of the house as well as being a cordon-bleu, created 13 years ago this restaurant who has become along the years THE reference in gastromic cooking. Her credo : simplicity, numerous flavours, freshness Her success : Knowledge and creativity Her tools : Combining fresh, local,seasonal and very often biological products to her large range of revisited classic cooking. Handing over, little by little her kitchen to young talents she has now given the lead to the new chef !
Reviewed By memcc - Boston
Go here! Even just the drive is a bit of adventure. Follow the red fish signs from the hill just outside Deshaies heading toward St. Rose. You go up the mountain and keep going. Try to arrive before sunset to catch a glimpse of the...MoreThank you for sharing your time at our table. Looking forward to welcoming you again
9. l'Otentik
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 513 reviews
Reviewed By si101503 - New York City, New York
We were headed for the beach, got there noonish, stayed a long time when we got quite a bit of rain, and thoroughly enjoyed the sophisticated food and atmosphere, as well as amiable service. Has a more ambitious feel than the vast majority of beach restaurants in Guadeloupe and especially elsewhere. I am much more familiar with Grande Terre restaurants, but this place definitely seems to merit a detour.
10. KAZ A PAT
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 214 reviews
FOR TAKEAWAYS or in place. Burger ,vegetariens ans vegan food,beef,kebab,lion fish,wine ,punch,lunch and dinner.open everyday exept sunday
Reviewed By beergarden - Philadelphia
This was my favorite meal of the week (of the limited places I tried)!
We had no reservation but went at 6pm on a Tuesday and were able to make a 6:30 reservation (earliest they have). Several people were having drinks so we decided to stay and have drinks there. The chef and server were both friendly and spoke English. It's a lovely atmosphere -- a cute Creole wooden building with several Henri Rousseau paintings and good music. The chalkboard menu was in both French and English. We had apps (pumpkin soup and potato and octopus salad) and they were delicious. The salad was huge! For mains, we had the sea bream with spicy sauce and tuna (Asian style) and these were also delicious though I was already quite full from the starter. The daiquiris were amazing with real lime juice (found my drink!). The server was friendly but was the sole server for the entire place. We managed to somehow order our drink refills without much delay but when we were ready for our check she was quite busy. After waiting awhile and unable to make eye contact with her, I went to the register and waited patiently and she did eventually get the check to me. We had watched and saw a few other people also go to the register for their check (incl. French people). Our bill was 107 Euro and they take credit cards.
Recommended!
