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Palapa Grill
Price: Expensive•French•4.6(365)PALAPA GRILL & LOUNGE
“An Alice down the rabbit hole experience”
Travelers Award 2024 and Worldclass™ Bar
Awaken your senses in this -one of a kind- restaurant. Experience casual fine dining in a unique hidden oasis.
Palapa is an extraordinary experience from the moment you step inside. Famed for its eclectic chic decor with lush vegetation and tropical pools, it is the perfect backdrop to awaken your senses. Our Chef and his team offer French-Caribbean influenced dishes with mouthwatering prime-cut steaks, fresh local seafood, a great selection of starters and worldclass sushi and signature cocktails.
Palapa’s lounge offers signature Worldclass™ Cocktails, delectable sushi & tapas and turns into one of the most fashionable and sexy hotspots with a host of international DJ’s on weekends.JAX Steakhouse
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(915)New American Steakhouse and Cocktail bar. Enjoy a meal fit for a king or just have a craft cocktail by our world class bar. A simple and unwavering commitment to great food , service, and a perfectly cooked steak. Welcome to JAX, the table is set.
Alina Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.3(55)Alina offers a traditional izakaya-style Japanese dining experience, where the emphasis is on sharing delectable dishes at the table over a leisurely meal. Our menu boasts a diverse range of sushi and asian cuisine.
OMAKASE EXPERIENCE: At the sushi bar, Chef Ken presents the “Omakase”: an exceptional Japanese dining experience where he crafts a multi-course meal using the freshest and most exquisite ingredients of the day. This allows you to embark on a culinary voyage that highlights the chef’s creativity and culinary mastery. - Please note that a minimum of 2 guests is required for the Omakase Experience.
Alina is located in the heart of Maho village, above Casino Royale. Parking is available at the Sonesta Hotel behind Maho village.
Alina is more than a Japanese sushi restaurant, Lobster, Wagyu and angus steak on our Robata grill : it is a culinary adventure!Mr Chow Modern Asian Bistro
Price: Expensive•Asian•4.7(130)Modern Asian Bistro Specializing in scratch cookery. Showcasing modern Asian techniques and flavors.
The Deli at Oasis is part of the Oasis Complex which also has a beautiful bar and two restaurants- Italian and Pan Asian.
SALT Restaurant
Price: Expensive•International•4.4(27)SALT Restaurant at The Morgan Resort pairs delicious cuisine with captivating views of the Caribbean Sea to create a memorable dining experiences for your St. Maarten vacation.
Executive Chef Derio Boyce crafts French Modern Caribbean cuisine blending bold flavors with healthy dishes, and locally-sourced seafood.
SALT Restaurant offers daily specials and live entertainment throughout the week. Visit SALT's IG page @salt_sxm for more information on their weekly events!
La Patrona
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4(55)
We use authentic Mexican ingredients. From the hand-made tortilla to the chiles in nogada. Also we can cook for you on the edge of your table to wrap the magic that generates this type of cuisine.
We have exclusive tequilas and mezcales that can be enjoyed in the authentic Mexican way guided by our hosts and get to know the most intimate secrets of mezcal and tequila. We will also have the most exclusive cocktails menu where you can enjoy mixtures developed by our expert mixologists.
La Patrona will also feature "The Patrona’s Table", an exclusive place where you can experience the true secrets of ancient dishes that will fill you with new flavors and a great culinary experience.
We open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. everyday.
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- CChrisVIPPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoServer Mike was outstanding! Everything was great, as usual!More infoJAX SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Simpson Bay•4.7
- DDanielleVIPGreater Boston •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 25, 2025Wonderful staff & hosts. Excellent atmosphere. The food is outstanding.More infoKalatuaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Simpson Bay•4.7
- SSteveNew York City •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 24, 2025Marlin, our waiter was top notch. We’ve been here a week and have only gone to one place twice . Roma. The food is fabulous. Marlin’s service is exceptional- he’s friendly, brings laughter and enjoyment to whatever it is that is you. I would imagine that his fellow peers see him the same way. We’re coming back to St Martin’s. We’re coming back to Roma.More infoRoma Restaurant Cucina ItalianaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Simpson Bay•4.7
- Aallhart@comcast.netLas Vegas •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 23, 2025Beautiful ambiance, great food and exceptional service.More infoPalapa GrillPrice: Expensive• French• Simpson Bay•4.6
- MMichelleChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 13, 2025We had THE best table in the house! Amazing ambiance and service! Food was incredible! Will definitely return!More infoBamboo HousePrice: Expensive• International• Cole Bay•4.5
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Simpson Bay is Dinghy Dock Sailors Bar
The best vegetarian restaurants in Simpson Bay are Roma Restaurant Cucina Italiana, Mr Chow Modern Asian Bistro and SALT Restaurant
The restaurants with the best service in Simpson Bay are La Rosa Italian Restaurant, Dinghy Dock Sailors Bar and Pardon my French by JAX
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Simpson Bay are La Rosa Italian Restaurant, Dinghy Dock Sailors Bar and Tortuga Maho