From food trucks to fine dining, you're sure to find something you will like.
Here are some of the restaurants that are fairly near the villa, and a few of our personal favorites in other areas of the island.
Soufriere restaurants
St Lucians typically have their big meal at lunch, and many of the local restaurants are not open for dinner.
The St Lucian area code is 758. We recommend you call ahead for dinner reservations at most of the “tourist” restaurants, especially during “the season” (mid-December through mid-April).
I know we’ve missed some -places to eat – let me know if you have experience with one I’ve missed and I’ll add it.
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The ratings reflect our personal experiences and take value into account. We hope you have the same or better experience we had, but inconsistency is standard in most St Lucian restaurants!
- Review on TripAdvisor
- On Open Table
- Website
- On-line menu
- TripAdvisor rating of at least 4-1/2 stars
- Bar area
- Limited alcoholic beverages
- Our favorites - can't wait to go back!
- Very good - we will go back soon
- Good - would eat there again
- OK, but in no rush to go back
- We won't go back
"Eat like a local" in Soufriere
In St Lucia, the main meal is lunch and most of these restaurants are lunch-only, although you may be able to arrange a dinner in advance by calling. Curry and creole are the main influences on local cooking.
Hippo's Pizza 723-6006
Henry Belmar St (by the square)
Carryout Pizza $ to $$
Large pizzas around $15-$20 US. We've been there and it satisfied our pizza craving, but Doxie makes pizzas that are better.
Michael's @ Jen Mwen 725-9000
Maurice Mason Street (beachside in Soufriere)
Local food and pizza $ to $$
No atmosphere, but a great place for a meal that's pretty good and is a great value. Recently (Sep '23) had fried chicken, fries, a very small salad and a mixed drink for under $15US. Local food, pizza, pasta, burgers.
Shopper's Choice 457-1676
About 3 blocks past the fire station on the way to the soccer field
Just fried chicken and bakery items ¢¢
Ask Kerryus for the best time to go here (when the chicken comes out of the fryer). As of late 2023, chicken is $2EC (about 75 cents US) per piece. Three to four pieces, some of their fresh bread and a couple of Pitons makes a cheap and tasty dinner!
Voila! by Captain Kent
Sir Darnley Alexander Street, near Police station
Local food and wine. Has A/C $$
The focus here is on wine and local food done well and presented nicely. Reasonably priced (mixed drink, salad, pork chops and fries for $30US) and a decent burger at a fair price (around $16US for the burger and fries). Less expensive than Seashells but no view. One of our favorites when we don't want to break the bank for dinner.
"Eat like a tourist" in Soufriere
These restaurants won’t fill your belly better than the local restaurants will, but they have better ambiance, more gourmet or international flair, and better presentation. Unless noted otherwise, they are affiliated with a resort and have a wine list and an well-stocked bar.
Dress codes are usually “Caribbean casual” – long pants, collared shirts and no flip flops for men; the same or dresses for women. (Bill wears washable linen button-down shirts and drawstring pants from Cubavera.com with leather sandals.)
Cacoa Sainte Lucie 459-4401
Canaries - about a 20-minute drive north
Local food using cocoa in many dishes $$-$$$
We've only eaten here once (just soup and salad). It was quite nice so we'll try it again soon. Their chocolates are wonderful and we had a blast at their Bean-to-Bar class. Their Facebook page says Sunday lunch is under $20US per person. Closed Saturdays.
Felicity 730-1909
Bridge Street in Soufriere (top floor)
Fine Dining $$$ to $$$$
Open for breakfast Sun, Mon, Wed,Thurs. Lunch and dinner all but Tuesday
New upscale place in the heart of Soufriere. We ate dinner there in Sep of 2024 and were not impressed, especially for the price, although it's possible that they were still coming up to speed afer opening just a few months earlier.
Jade Club 459-7000
Jade Mountain resort
Fine Dining $$$$ to $$$$$
Reports are they accept a few non-hotel guests. I've been told there is a minimum of 4 people and a deposit may be required. Email Jademountain@jademountain.com with your request ("just drinks", "lunch", "dinner"). Some people say it's the best food on the island. We haven't tried it.
Orlando's 459-5955
Bridge Street near Hummingbird
Upscale Caribbean $$$
Not affiliated with a resort.
I wish I could recommend Orlando's, but it is very inconsistent, although the chef is talented and can make some brilliant food. The main complaints we hear are that the servings are very small (it's a tasting menu) and service can be poor and VERY slow.
The Pavilion at Caille Blanc 728-9353
Just down the hill from the villa
Upscale Caribbean/American $$$$
Open to non-hotel guests for lunch and dinner Wed-Sun. We've dined there several times and had some inconsistent experiences but the food can be excellent. Make reservations through the website or call.
Saltwood 456-8000
Jalousie Road [Sugar Beach]
Contemporary Fine Dining $$$$ to $$$$$
Fine dining targeting to meet international standards. Appears to be the most expensive restaurant in the area - budget $125US or more per person for dinner; more if you want a bottle of wine or several drinks. We've never tried it.
Treetop 487-8867
Crystals resort
Indian-Caribbean fusion $$$
Our favorite restaurant near Soufriere!
Fixed-price ($70US per person late 2024) multi-course menu with "homestyle" main courses (you may ask for seconds!). Price includes one welcome drink. Wonderful atmosphere - like a Sultan's tent up in a tree..
Trou au Diable/Apsara 459-7000
Anse Chastanet beach
International and Indian cuisine $$$-$$$$
Lunch appears tailored to their guests with a wide range of dishes. They offer two menus at night - "beach" grill and Indian ("Apsara"). Very few recent reviews on TripAdvisor. Closed to non-hotel guests on Tuesdays.
Other notable restaurants
Recommended restaurants in other parts of St Lucia.
Pink Papaya 285-5115
Pointe Seraphine duty-free mall, Castries
Upscale Caribbean; Art Gallery $-$$
A nice place to stop if you are tired and don't want to drive to The Pink Plantation, or just want a bite and a drink. Tasty mixed drinks and decent pizza. OK prices but you pay a bit for the convenience of the location in the duty-free mall.
Sea Salt 452-8732
Rodney Bay Marina, Gros Islet
Indian $$
Lots of choices at this reasonably-priced casual restaurant. The goat cheese salad, coconut curry chicken or fish, and the Spicy Burger were all hits with us. The burger might be the best on the island! Our only disappointent was the steak - go to Jacques' Waterfront and get a filet if you want a good steak.