Baratié SXM

Baratié SXM is a brunch and lunch spot tucked away on Rue Léopold Hyman, just a short walk from the Marigot waterfront. Open from breakfast through early afternoon, the restaurant focuses on seasonal cooking by Saint-Martin chef Shane Huggins, who blends Caribbean, French, Peruvian and Asian influences on a single, ever-changing menu.

The atmosphere is deliberately laid-back: covered terrace, light wood furniture, rattan chairs and a colorful tropical mural that gave the place its name. It is a convenient stop for travelers staying in Marigot, Baie Nettlé or Sandy Ground who want a hearty breakfast, a serious coffee or a quick lunch between sightseeing stops.

Signature dishes include avocado toast with eggs and bacon, indulgent pancakes, French toast, a smash burger, grilled chicken sandwich, oxtail tagliatelle and a daily fish in a Caribbean-brasserie style. The menu rotates with what is fresh, and is rounded out by cocktails and freshly pressed juices. A practical tip for visitors: come early on weekends to beat the brunch crowd, and pair the visit with the Marigot Market, Fort Louis or a stroll around the Marina Royale.