Tambourine Sushi Cabaret is one of those rare spots where technique and creativity meet in perfection. The chef’s background in major hotels shows in every detail: rice seasoned precisely, fish sliced cleanly, and flavours balanced so that sweet, salty, sour, bitter and umami hit together in harmony. What makes the experience memorable is the unmistakable flair in presentation. Sushi arrives with colours aligned, garnishes placed with intent and sauces applied like punctuatio

Durban Bunny Chow is the kind of place that makes you fall in love with culinary quirks. We’ve heard of homesick South Africans returning for a fix of chilli, and curious travellers take their first bite of this cult classic. Hollowed bread stuffed with saucy curry might sound chaotic on paper, but it works; beef, chicken or veg, each packed with flavour and unapologetic punch. It's on our shortlist to review and we've heard that the kitchen keeps the pace lively with rotis,

Okay, apart from the obviously wonderful food... those kombucha cocktails served in copper and ice - just wow. Thai Food Gang is the kind of spot that makes you forget you’re on Mauritius island instead of a bustling Thai kitchen. The flavours are unapologetically bold—proper heat, fresh herbs, a hit of fish sauce and those sharp citrus notes that make you sit up and pay attention. Curries are rich without heaviness, stir-fries carry that smoky wok finish, and salads snap wit

Green Island Beach Restaurant is the sort of place you stumble across and immediately forgive for being slightly off the beaten path. A handful of tables, almost plucked from a European street corner, sit casually across the coastal road from the sand and somehow, it works beautifully. The shacky, honest vibe is part of the charm. Seafood arrives fresh, grilled or stewed to let the flavours shine without fuss, and rhum flows generously, easily earning a second round. Sun, bre

Everyone's favourite Grand Baie Italian... Luigi’s understands Mediterranean cooking at the point where comfort meets craft. We return for the handmade pasta, slow-simmered sauces and wood-fired pizzas that arrive with crisp edges and a tender centre. The cooking carries Italian nonna's heart recipe blended with art, craft and flair, the kind that feels shaped by generations rather than passing trends. The dining room holds an easy, inclusive rhythm—couples, families and frie

So, we know we're not meant to have favourites but on any given day, any time of day, Little Sichuan is open and delicious. An honest-to-goodn ess Szechuan (South-Western Chinese) restaurant run by a family for whom authenticity is a point of pride. Ingredients and techniques come straight from the Szechuan province , and it shows, the aroma of red Szechuan peppercorns drifts through the newly airconditioned dining room, hinting at what’s to come. The menu celebrates heat, fr

Kimbo Lebanese Kitchen has that rare transporting quality, spices that whisper Beirut or Byblos while your chair remains firmly on a leafy Mauritian sidewalk. The modest setting only makes the sensory journey sharper: sumac, parsley and slow-cooked lamb announce themselves before the menu even lands. The cooking rewards curiosity. Tabbouleh is bright and herb-laden, hummus silky from patience, grilled meats seasoned with quiet confidence. Portions encourage sharing, turning t

Wapalapalm is one of those rare restaurants where the mountain feels like part of the menu. Sitting at the foot of Le Morne, it greets early risers and climbers with a ritual you can’t help but join—a shot of rhum to toast the view, the effort, and the day ahead. Rustic charm and island warmth set the tone, whether you’re here for a post-hike breakfast or a relaxed lunch. As the day softens into evening, the restaurant shifts naturally into a la carte mode. The grill becomes

We first walked into Sitar for a working lunch and left wondering where this restaurant had been hiding. Amidst the Bagatelle Mall, the Sitar manages to create that stately confidence Mauritius inherited from its colonial past yet everything on the table roots firmly in the Indian kitchen. Polished wood, crisp table settings and just enough formality make it suitable for special occasions and celebrations, yet never feeling stiff or intimidating. It is equally comfortable for

Sushi Park is one of our reliable go-to stops when the craving for Japanese flavours arrives without much warning. It skips the ceremony and goes straight to what matters: good food, quick service and a system that actually works. Ordering happens via tablet, and within minutes dishes begin arriving in a steady rhythm that somehow feels both efficient and relaxed. We often start with the ramen, which consistently surprises anyone who expects something casual to taste average.

Souvenir is the neighbourhood restaurant everyone wishes they had, only this one exists and it happens to be in Trou aux Biches. It's one of those places we cannot recommend loudly enough, simply because we've tried everything on the menu and nothing is second best! Tucked just on the corner of the main Trou aux Biches beach, it carries warmth where familiar faces return again and again, not out of habit but because the food, the service and the drinks genuinely deliver, cons

Ousaporn Thai Restaurant has earned its reputation for authenticity, and after visiting time and again through the years, it’s easy to understand why. From the first bite, flavours arrive layered and confident—lemongrass, kaffir lime, coconut milk and chillies balanced with the precision that defines genuine Thai cuisine. The setting is warm and welcoming, with subtle nods to Thai tradition with a beautiful buddha garden boasting little bonsai touches. The kitchen’s commitmen

Nomad captures the warmth of a real-deal South African braai without slipping into theme-park nostalgia. Wood smoke settles gently in the air, the fire crackles at its own pace and the tables feel designed for long conversations rather than quick meals. There’s a comforting homeliness in the details—bowls of generous salads, grilled chops that arrive with confidence and boerie rolls that taste like relaxed Saturday afternoons. Portions are unapologetically generous, true to b

Fynbos Meeting Place carries the same quiet charm as its botanical namesake; unpretentious, confident and impossible to overlook once you pay attention. We’ve spent more than one morning, coffee meeting, sneak-away-from-the-office, afternoon here watching plates arrive that make you question your life choices, yet you finish happily. Seafood tastes of the sea, steaks carry real South African homeland flavour, pastas are thoughtfully sauced, and salads feel cared for rather th