The Taste of Paradise
Compared to frenetic northern St. Lucia, where major tourist destinations largely overlook the island’s natural and cultural native charm, the Soufriere region has plenty to offer, especially in authentic, unique cuisine served up in virtually every way imaginable, from upscale resort dining to beach-front cafes. If you prefer to dine closer to home, a number of local options exist for provisioning groceries and supplies and making your own culinary memories during your trip.
Some of our favorite Restaurants include:
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Mango Tree Restaurant
Located at the Stonefield Estate Villa Resort & Spa, Mango Tree’s chefs specialize in Caribbean and vegan fare.
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Anse Chastenet
Enjoy some of the best culinary creations on the island in the several restaurants at the Anse Chastenet resort, served up in some of the most beautiful surroundings on the planet.
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Jalousie Plantation
The bay-front Jalousie Plantation features several restaurants and cocktail lounges, ranging from casual to upscale, serving up Caribbean delicacies of all kinds.
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Martha’s Tables
Family-oriented authentic Caribbean cooking at an affordable price that consistently ranks among the most popular eateries in Soufriere.
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Ladera
The world-famous resort conceptualized by Villa Piton’s designer, John DiPol, features multiple dining and cocktail lounge options.
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The Boucan Restaurant at the Hotel Chocolate
An upscale dining experience, the Boucan’s chefs take their inspiration from the fresh cacao growing all around the estate, together with amazing local fish and seafood, salad leaves, vegetables, and plentiful fruit.
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Fond Doux Holiday Plantation
The Cocoa Pod and Jardin Cacao Restaurants at Fond Doux offer up delicious Caribbean and international cuisine with the tropical gardens of Fond Doux estate as a backdrop.
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The Reef Beach Cafe
Located in Vieux Fort, The Reef is a great destination for an afternoon of light lunch/dinner fare and wind or kite surfing and beach-going!
Groceries/Supplies
There is a great variety of food options in and around Soufriere, but we have our favorites. The downtown Soufriere marketplace/farmer’s market is open from approximately 8 AM to 1 PM, and is great for fresh fish and veggies. There are a few small grocers in Soufriere and Choiseul if you need the basics in a pinch.
The widest selection of American food is available at the Super J store in La Tourney, which is on the way to the Villa from the airport (about a 35 min drive from the house). Super J accepts all major credit cards, so there is no need to exchange currency before doing your grocery shopping. We suggest that you plan to stop at Super J before heading to the villa from the airport—simply ask your driver (if you’re not driving yourself).
If you are arriving on a Sunday, you must make prior arrangements or plan on dining out, as all stores are closed on Sundays in St. Lucia.