Kids Friendly Restaurants
Kids menus, play areas, family vibes. Spots where the whole family feels welcome.
La Villa Hibiscus
La Villa Hibiscus in Saint-Martin: intimate fine dining restaurant in Mont Vernon, near Orient Bay. Tasting menus by Chef Bastian, elegant setting with panoramic views.
Bovin Steak House
Bovin Steak House in Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten: upscale steakhouse at the Simpson Bay Resort. Premium steaks, seafood and an elegant beachside setting.
District 721
District 721 in Sint Maarten: a unique entertainment venue combining a food court, bars, DJs and a dancefloor on Welfare Road in Cole Bay. Dining, cocktails and lively nights near Simpson Bay.
Lagoonies Bistro & Bar
Lagoonies Bistro & Bar in Cole Bay, Sint Maarten: waterfront restaurant at Lagoon Marina. Bistro and Caribbean cuisine, happy hour, live music and terrace on the lagoon. Rated 4.5/5 on Tripadvisor.
Coco Beach
Coco Beach at Orient Bay, Saint-Martin: gourmet beachfront restaurant led by 2-Michelin-star chef Laurent Saudeau. French-Caribbean cuisine, beach loungers and Friday grill nights.
Lulu's Corner
Lulu's Corner in Cul-de-Sac, Saint-Martin: family-run coffee shop with breakfast, legendary Saturday brunch and homemade lunch. Fresh produce, poke bowls, avocado toast and artisan pastries.
The Red Piano Lounge
The Red Piano Lounge in Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten: legendary piano bar featuring live music 7 nights a week, craft cocktails, interactive shows and a vibrant party atmosphere in Pelican Key.
Soggy Dollar Bar
Soggy Dollar Bar in Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten: waterfront bar at Palapa Marina with live music 7 nights a week, happy hour, themed nights, tropical cocktails and a vibrant party atmosphere.
Sunset Cafe
Sunset Cafe in Grand Case, Saint Martin: beachfront restaurant at Grand Case Beach Club serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with stunning bay views toward Anguilla. Terrace, cocktails and French cuisine.
Sandbar SXM
Sandbar SXM at Maho Beach, Sint Maarten: colorful beach bar and restaurant with food truck, themed nights, sushi, cocktails, live music and kids playground at Beacon Hill.
Rainbow Cafe
Rainbow Cafe in Grand Case, Saint Martin: iconic beachfront restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine, cocktails, rooftop, DJ sets and sunset views over the bay. Brunch, lunch and dinner by the sea.
Cynthia's Talk of the Town
Cynthia's Talk of the Town in Grand Case, Saint Martin: authentic Creole lolo serving BBQ ribs, grilled lobster, accras, colombo and generous local dishes on Grand Case Boulevard near the beach.
Rancho Del Sol
Rancho Del Sol in Orient Bay: panoramic restaurant in Les Griselles with 180-degree views, grilled meats, pizza, fish, Tex-Mex dishes, all-day service and family-friendly atmosphere.
SkipJack's
SkipJack's in Simpson Bay: lagoonfront seafood restaurant and fish market with live lobster, fresh fish, steaks, ribs and a terrace overlooking the yachts.
Le Pressoir
Le Pressoir in Grand Case: French fine dining in a historic Creole house, tasting menus, serious wine cellar, contemporary cooking and polished service.
Lolo's Ribs Shack
Lolo's Ribs Shack in Grand Case: beachfront Creole lolo for ribs, grilled chicken, fresh fish, lobster, johnny cakes and generous island plates.
Pineapple Pete & Wasabi Charlie
Pineapple Pete in Simpson Bay: family-friendly restaurant with seafood, lobster thermidor, Wasabi Charlie sushi, bar, live music, pool tables and arcade.
Palapa Hidden Oasis
Palapa Hidden Oasis in Simpson Bay: creative tropical restaurant under the palms with French-Caribbean cuisine, seafood, steaks, sushi, cocktails and lounge spaces.
Bistrot Caraïbes
Bistrot Caraïbes in Grand Case: established French restaurant since 1994, grilled lobster, seafood, fine wines and polished dinner service on the boulevard.
Le Cottage
Le Cottage in Grand Case: French fine dining restaurant with traditional gourmet cuisine, sommelier, strong wine focus and polished dinner service on the boulevard.
L’Auberge Gourmande
L’Auberge Gourmande in Grand Case: French restaurant in a historic Creole house, refined cuisine, seafood, outdoor seating and romantic dinner setting.
Spiga
Spiga in Grand Case: refined Italian restaurant with homemade pasta, risotto frutti di mare, ossobucco, burrata, cocktails and Italian wine selection.
JAX Steakhouse
JAX Steakhouse in Maho: upscale steakhouse across from Casino Royale with Certified Angus Beef Prime, cocktails, DJs and a lively dinner setting.
Roma Restaurant
Roma Restaurant in Maho: Italian cuisine, pasta, artisan brick-oven pizza, antipasti, outdoor seating and family-friendly dinner near Casino Royale.
Astra
Astra in Simpson Bay: open-air steak & seafood restaurant on the lagoon with live lobster, brunch, happy hour, cocktails and marina views.
Tortuga Maho
Tortuga Maho on Maho Beach: beachfront restaurant and bar for plane spotting, breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, happy hour, beach beds and sunsets.
Emilio's
Emilio's in Sint Maarten: historic Rockland Estate restaurant for contemporary Caribbean food, patio lunch, dinner, wine cellar and reservations.
Mr Chow
Mr Chow in Maho Village: modern Asian bistro for Chinese and Korean flavors, terrace dining, cocktails, dinner, takeout and reservations in Sint Maarten.
Captain’s Rib Shack
Captain’s Rib Shack at Kim Sha Beach: local BBQ, ribs, fish, lobster, bami, Johnny cakes and open-air tables in Simpson Bay.
Marley's Sports Bar & Grill
Marley's Sports Bar & Grill in Philipsburg: friendly Great Bay Boardwalk sports bar with burgers, wings, tacos, cocktails, beach access and TV screens.
Lazy Lizard Restaurant & Craft Bar
Lazy Lizard in Philipsburg: Caribbean restaurant and craft bar on the Boardwalk near the cruise port, with banana-vanilla ribs, fish tacos, cocktails and gluten-free options.
Ocean Lounge @ Holland House
Ocean Lounge in Philipsburg: stylish Holland House restaurant facing Great Bay, Boardwalk terrace, seafood, cocktails, wines and romantic waterfront dinners.
Réveil Matin SXM
Réveil Matin SXM in Simpson Bay: breakfast and brunch spot at Plaza Del Lago with crepes, waffles, pancakes, coffees, generous plates and a family-friendly mood.
Big Fish Seafood Grill
Big Fish Seafood Grill in Oyster Pond: chic seafood restaurant with French-Caribbean fusion cuisine, cocktails, cigar lounge, easy parking and dinner by reservation.
Jai's Contemporary Fusion Cuisine
Jai's Contemporary Fusion Cuisine in Simpson Bay: Indo-Caribbean fusion restaurant with open kitchen, cocktails, select lunch service and dinner by reservation at Plaza Del Lago.
Nowhere Special
Nowhere Special in Simpson Bay: waterfront rum bar and restaurant by the bridge, with Caribbean food, cocktails, happy hour, live music and local vibes.
Lotus Nightclub
Lotus Nightclub in Simpson Bay: late-night St. Maarten club with DJs, VIP tables and bottle service, open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
Karakter
Karakter (K Beach Club) in Simpson Bay: a barefoot beach club with international cuisine, cocktails, free sunbeds, DJ sets and sunset live music sessions.
Mary's Boon
Mary's Boon (The Boon) in Simpson Bay: a historic beach bar and restaurant on the sand, with Caribbean cuisine, grilled mahi-mahi, mango chicken salad and free sunbeds.
Huppel The Pub
Huppel The Pub in Simpson Bay: casual sports bar with TVs, cold drinks, pub food, live music and an open-air terrace on Welfare Road.
Loterie Farm
Loterie Farm in Saint Martin: Jungle Room restaurant, forest pool, hiking and zipline experiences at the foot of Pic Paradis.
Living Room SXM
Living Room SXM at Porto Cupecoy: a Mediterranean lounge restaurant with French-Spanish flavors, sharing boards, cocktails and DJ nights overlooking the marina.
Rendez Vous Lounge
Rendez Vous Lounge in Porto Cupecoy: breakfast, lunch, dinner, pastries, gelato, happy hour and live music on the marina.
Captain Frenchy
Captain Frenchy by Fred in Grand Case: a barefoot beach bar and restaurant with mussels and fries, tartare, cocktails, sunbeds and live music on Saint Martin's nicest beach.
Bikini Beach
Bikini Beach at Orient Bay: a historic beach club and restaurant with a pool, sunbeds, French and Creole food, cocktails and sunsets on Orient Bay.
Le Grand St Martin
Le Grand St Martin in Marigot: waterfront lunch restaurant with French and Creole cooking, daily specials, fresh fish and homemade desserts.
Bamboo House SXM
Bamboo House SXM in Cole Bay: an Asian-fusion restaurant, sushi bar, prime aged steaks and DJ nights inside the historic Fleming Estate with a view of Simpson Bay.
The Jazz Spot
The Jazz Spot in Marigot: jazz speakeasy at Marina Royale with live music, wine, cocktails, cigars and charcuterie-cheese boards.
Buccaneer Beach Bar
Buccaneer Beach Bar in Simpson Bay: beachfront bar on Kim Sha Beach with grilled food, pizzas, cocktails, beach chairs, live music, sports lounge and kids zone.
Baratié SXM
Baratié SXM in Marigot: open-air Caribbean fusion brunch and lunch by Chef Shane Huggins, with a relaxed tropical-garden vibe.
Waï Plage
Waï Plage on Orient Bay: beach club and Caribbean grill restaurant with lobster, fresh fish and tapas, feet in the sand.
L'Astrolabe
L'Astrolabe in Orient Bay: French fine-dining restaurant by the pool at Esmeralda Resort, lobster, duck and a Gault & Millau set menu.
Kraken Raw Bar SXM
Kraken Raw Bar SXM in Simpson Bay: lagoon-side raw bar with oysters, burgers, cocktails, sports screens, UFC, live music and late-night energy on Airport Road.
Babacool
Babacool in Simpson Bay: the only beach club in Sint Maarten with a swimming pool, boho vibe, food by Jérôme Ferrer and loungers right on the sand.
Kalatua
Kalatua in Cupecoy: chic beach lounge feet in the sand, Mediterranean cuisine by Chef Gil Dumoulin, sun loungers and free shuttle from the parking.
La Favela
La Favela in Orient Bay: evening spot in the Village with tapas, tacos, ceviche, colombo, ribs, lobster when available, cocktails and tropical atmosphere.
Sale & Pepe
Sale & Pepe in Simpson Bay: Italian-Sicilian restaurant by chef Davide Zagami, homemade pasta, fresh seafood, marina-side terrace and Mediterranean atmosphere.
Korner SXM
Korner SXM in Grand Case: a feet-in-the-sand beach bar bistro, famous for its lobster roll, signature cocktails and sunset views over the bay.
978 Sanctorum
978 Sanctorum in Rambaud: a gastronomic Creole table with a pool, Creole Sunday brunch and live jazz nights. A hidden address in the heart of Saint Martin.
3 Amigos
3 Amigos in Maho: the Tex-Mex canteen and sports bar of Saint Martin. Taco Tuesday, sizzling fajitas, pitchers of margaritas and a DJ-fueled after-party until 2 am.
Mimosa Skylounge
Mimosa Skylounge in Maho: the rooftop cocktail bar of Saint Martin with its signature cocktail menu, international tapas and Friday DJ night under the bougainvillea.
Blue Martini
Blue Martini in Grand Case: an affordable French bistro, signature cocktails, tapas, live music and DJ nights in a tropical garden. Open Tuesday to Sunday.
Topper's
Topper's in Cole Bay: lagoon-side restaurant, bar, award-winning rhum distillery and Italian gelato. Voted best burger, prime rib, lobster and nightly karaoke.
The Palms
The Palms in Pelican Key: Caribbean and international bistro run by Greg & Joelle, famous for its Drunken Ribs and homemade carrot cake.
La Perle Bleu
La Perle Bleu in Cole Bay: French restaurant with a Simpson Bay Lagoon terrace, Caribbean fusion cuisine, wines, cocktails and an elegant atmosphere.
Mezza Luna
Mezza Luna in Nettle Bay: Italian beach restaurant with house-made pasta, pizzas, seafood, Italian wines and seaside terrace dining.
Kalos
Kalos in Nettle Bay: Greek and Mediterranean beach lounge in Saint Martin with sunbeds, cocktails, mezze, fresh fish and seaside dining.
Le Sud
Le Sud in Orient Bay: La Plantation restaurant and pool bar with breakfast, poolside dinner, cocktails, live music and pool party atmosphere.
JAVA SXM
JAVA SXM in Grand Case: beachfront restaurant and cocktail bar with Mediterranean cuisine, shareable tapas, sunset views and live DJ nights.
Yellow Sub
Yellow Sub in Orient Bay, Saint Martin: bar-restaurant and brasserie steps from the beach, gourmet breakfast, steakhouse, tapas, cocktails and live music Thursday through Saturday.
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