Where to Eat in Antsiranana Province: The Best Restaurants and Bars

September 20, 2017 Joeann Galban

Antsiranana is a former province of Madagascar with an area of 43,406 km. It had a population of 1,188,425 (July, 2001). Its capital was Antsiranana. A diversity of ethnic groups are found in the province, including Anjoaty Sakalava, Antakarana, Tsimihetu, Antemoro, Betsimisaraka, Antandroy, etc.
Things to do in Antsiranana Province

1. Le Melville

Rue Richelieu, Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) 201, Madagascar Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Highchairs Available French, European, Fusion, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +261 20 82 210 33
Excellent
49%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 263 reviews

Le Melville

part of Hotel Allamanda

Reviewed By beentheredonethatUk - UK

Stopped here for lunch after a gruelling Madagascar trip before booking into the Grand Hotel. The restaurant was empty on arrival but nicely laid out for lunch. The choices of food was very good with a decent Specials Board too. Had a very nice lunch that didn’t break the bank on the veranda overlooking the sea and beach. The staff didn’t speak much English but we managed. By the time we’d left it was quite busy so that’s a good sign. The food was very nice and typical Malagasy. The place has a decent Wi-fi too which is not always the case here. We can definitely recommend this restaurant.

2. The Pily Pily Restaurant

North Road-Direction Andilana | Plage de Andilana Beach, Nosy Be 111, Madagascar Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Seafood, International, Mediterranean, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$432 - HK$581 +261 34 65 000 07
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 809 reviews

The Pily Pily Restaurant

Pily Pily Restaurant offers a breathtaking, panoramic view over the bay of Andilana. As you savour the wonderful food and drink being served up, you can marvel at the myriad colours of the sea, caressed all the while by a light breeze. The intimate atmosphere of the restaurant allows you to make the most of precious moments with your loved ones, looking out across Nosy Be's most celebrated bay. The well-trained staff will serve up perfectly grilled fish and meat, alongside mixed fried meats and plenty of fresh vegetables and salads. Open every day from 1pm to 2.30pm, prior booking is not required, and your meals are included in the cost of your holiday. Just think - you can savour a fantastic lunch every day in the best restaurant in Nosy Be without having to shell out another penny! New for 2014: the private Terrace overlooking the sea! This exclusive location for couples or groups of friends is where you can enjoy lobster and shellfish with table service. Open every day for lunch. Booking required. Additional charge applies. At dinnertime, the Pily Pily is transformed into a fully-fledged restaurant, where prior booking is essential. The menu offers shellfish and tastings of local meats such as zebu fillet, skewered crocodile and Nosy Be's own "flying fox".

Reviewed By JUSTINE-JESSE - Pretoria, South Africa

This unique restaurant is on an island connecting two Beaches in Andilana resort. At low tide it is easily accessed from the beach. The view is over the clear blue waters of Andilana beach. It is essential to make bookings from the desk next to the excursion centre of the resort . Prices are hefty and in euro but make for a very special meal!

3. ZEBURGER

Ambatoloaka, Nosy Be 207, Madagascar Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi Bar, European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +261 32 76 821 40
Excellent
44%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 238 reviews

ZEBURGER

Reviewed By frangii - Whakatane, New Zealand

After all the previous reviews i was expecting a good feed at least. Partners burger was ok if a little bland. my lasagna was freezer burnt , dried out and still cold in places. Chips ok, good atmosphere. cheap drinks.

4. Chez Loulou

Andilana Beach, Nosy Be 207, Madagascar Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Highchairs Available Fusion, Barbecue Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$71 - HK$290 +261 34 25 939 93
Excellent
40%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 284 reviews

Chez Loulou

Reviewed By Kwassie - Stellenbosch, South Africa

We had 2 lunches at the restaurant. Lovely setting, under palm trees with your feet in the sand. The beers are cold, fair selection of white wines and absolutely fresh seafood. On the second occasion they had a traditional Malagasy pork dish - absolutely delicious. Service is very laid back Island-style, but the waitresses have a fair command of English. The only negative was that the bathroom was very dirty on our first visit, I did not even try to use it the next time.

5. La Bodega

5 Rue Colbert | 5 Rue Colbert, Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) 201, Madagascar Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +261 32 04 734 43
Excellent
53%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 131 reviews

La Bodega

Reviewed By Naz68 - York, United Kingdom

We were looking forward to eating here after all the positive reviews. Unfortunately we did not have a good experience. We arrived at the restaurant and it was fairly busy, but nothing so as to overwhelm the owner or the serving staff. It took 20 minutes for them to even come to our table to take our drinks order. It took another half an hour for the drinks to arrive.
No-one would have bothered to take our food order had we not interrupted a waitress, to say we had decided what to order.
After waiting one hour for the food to arrive , one persons food in our group was served ,but no-one else! Eventually when we said could we cancel our orders and pay for our drinks the rest of the main courses arrived. In total we waited 1 and half hours for our food. The owner could see what was happening but not once did he come and apologise. The waitresses were terrible , they were rude and at times aggressive in manner, when questioned about why it was taking so long. From our point of view this seems to be the kind of place where the owner and his friends hang out at the bar, and the business of food/ service etc is secondary to them all having fun. When our food eventually arrived it was nice , but by then we were totally put off the place.
If like me you may read this review and compare it to all the positives and decide we were just a fussy group, I can assure we were not and this a genuine review of this restaurant. When we spoke to other locals ( this is my husbands home town), they all said they had similar experiences and had we told them of our intention to go to this restaurant would have advised us to go elsewhere.
I would not recommend this restaurant.

6. Chez Nono - La Rhum Riz

Andilana, Nosy Be 207, Madagascar Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol French, African, Seafood, European, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +261 34 50 576 72
Excellent
81%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 206 reviews

Chez Nono - La Rhum Riz

Reviewed By Alan S - Johannesburg, South Africa

Chez Nono was the absolute delight of our holiday to Nosy Be'. My wife and I had 50% of our meals here, lunch and dinner; and would have been more if discovered earlier. The food is spectacular, and you realise very soon it's because Nono goes daily to the market to buy fresh ingredients for his menu. We recommended at least 6 people to the restaurant, and they all agreed on the high quality of food, and went regularly themselves. It is comfortable, the prices are low, and the portions are generous. Nono is a wonderful host, and will adjust any meal to suit your requirements. In my travel experience over 23 countries, this restaurant has had the best impact of any on making the holiday pleasant and more memorable, and definately in my top 5 restaurants on the planet so far. Well done Nono, you are the pride of Nosy Be'

7. Karibo

Ambatoloaka, Nosy Be 207, Madagascar Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Italian, Seafood, European, International Dinner, Late Night +261 32 53 678 73
Excellent
64%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 140 reviews

Karibo

Reviewed By Ariel16 - London, United Kingdom

This restaurant would not look out of place in Europe and definitely is one of the best (if not the best) in the whole area, all this without looking out of place and retaining a certain African charm.
The food was amazing: Luca, the owner, gave us a tasting menu, with various starters and Madagascan oysters before moving onto lobsters and fish with vegetables and dessert, of course.
All dishes were presented extremely well, so not only they were delicious, but also beautiful to look at!
I am unsure on how the prices compare to the other local restaurants, as I have dined only there, but they are a lot cheaper than what we would pay in Europe for a similar meal.
Absolutely recommended.

8. Baobab Cafe

Ambatoloaka centro, Ambatoloaka, Nosy Be, Madagascar Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff French, European Dinner, Lunch +261 32 89 620 39
Excellent
68%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 104 reviews

Baobab Cafe

Reviewed By stephanietjulien

We had an excellent diner there yesterday night! Both dishes were very tasty! The deco is very nice as well and the location ideal in central Ambatoloake ! Very nice place to eat in if you are visiting Nosy Be!

9. Le Papillon

Avenue de L'independence, Hell-Ville, Nosy Be 207, Madagascar Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff Italian, European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +261 20 86 610 08
Excellent
64%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 118 reviews

Le Papillon

Reviewed By frankdeblock - Dendermonde, Belgium

Italian food in Nosy Be Madagascar , amazing food !! I think it's very difficult to find an Italian restaurant in Belgium that has the same quality and tasty dishes like we have got at Papillon .

10. Su e Giu

85 Rue Colbert | 85 Rue Colbert, Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) 201, Madagascar Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner HK$31 - HK$71 +261 32 27 427 93
Excellent
69%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 123 reviews

Su e Giu

Reviewed By blh101 - London

We went for dinner here during our stay in Diego. Very pleasant environment, on a balcony overlooking the Rue Colbert, the main colonial road in the town. Good quality pizza, pleasant staff. Very good overall.

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