La Plage

Frommer's Review

At a chic little boutique hotel, this beachfront restaurant has made waves in St. Barts -- in fact, it's the hottest dining address in town. Tables spill out on the sands, just the way the host, Thierry de Bradereau, dreamed they would when he envisioned it. La Plage is the best restaurant on the island for a late-night party after dinner, and the music plays deep into the night. The theme for such a party is likely to be Bay Watch, La Cage Aux Folles, and even Santa arriving on jet skis (but only at Christmas). Singers and live bands are presented in the evening. The owner even offers Cine-Plage, or cinema on the beach, showing such old movies as Bogie's Casablanca. The decorator wasn't afraid of color, using mauve, pink, violet, and turquoise, a rampant fantasy of the Caribbean. Grilled fish and seafood are the highlights of the menu, which centers around barbecue on Sunday nights. Start perhaps with a spicy avocado salad. The menu changes every season, and even the desserts are homemade. Regardless of what will be on the menu at the time of your visit, expect fresh food exploding with flair and perfect seasonings. A warm welcome and attentive service are extras.

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