La Boite a The Sxm

The 18 Best Saint-Martin Restaurants | Eater

"Bartender Daryl Brooks’s tamarind martini is reason enough to stop by this Marigot lolo. He uses a mix of locally grown tamarind (“tamarine” in French) and vanilla to make the award-winning drink, along with Midori and maraschino cherries. “It’s more of a refreshing drink, not too strong and not too sweet,” Brooks says. Hot Spot also specializes in burgers, pasta, and grilled meat plates by chef Renoldo Fleming, who deadpans that it’s the best food on the waterfront. Breakfast might include caramelized French toast made from baguettes with bacon and fruit, and on Fridays, the kitchen barbecues everything but the oink. Another occasional delicacy is Fleming’s turtle soup, meaty and studded with tender potatoes. Saint-Martin lore says turtle soup is a natural Viagra, so it’s especially popular with male clientele. Message the lolo on Facebook to ensure the tamarind martini and turtle soup, both limited specials, are available. [$]" - Maria C. Hunt