Restaurant The Villa @ Marigot Bay
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Restaurant The Villa @ Marigot Bay
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Travellers' Choice
2024
Romantic fine dining restaurant Experience true hospitality through personalized service, in a pleasant and comfortable romantic atmosphere, with a focus on delicious food paired with good affordable quality wines.
Features
CUISINES
Italian, French, Indian, Caribbean
Meal types
Breakfast, Dinner, Drinks
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Wine and Beer
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Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 5:00 PM
Sunday
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Monday
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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4.8
95 reviews
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Ingrid L
Pleinfeld5 contributions
Jun 2024 • couples
We spent my husbands 50th Birthday at the Villa and were overwhelmed with all the love to detail and delicious food and very friendly service! They decorated the table with balloons and sparkling decor. We decided to go for the chicken Masala and lamb curry and it was just delicious, fresh and very nicely presented! The portions were very generous so we were quite full already. We were thinking of ordering the desert but it was quite a lot of food so we did not order more. Nevertheless they brought a plate with a desert and writing on it for the Birthday boy and were singing a Bday song for him which made Adrian feel very special on his day. It’s been a great experience and we can highly recommend the Villa! Superb food and amazing service and atmosphere! Views also out of this world!
Written June 22, 2024
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Daisy C
Norwich218 contributions
Nov 2024 • friends
What a place!!!! We walked up from a local Villa for a last night dinner. From the greeting on arrival to the service throughout, this was a treat.
3 meat eaters and one vegetarian were all pleased with the menu selection. All 4 starters were beautifully presented and tasty.
For the mains the jerk wrap was spiced to individual taste, the curry was delicious and extra garlicy, and the tofu was very lovely. We were very full but had to try the ice-cream. Definitely recommend the coconut or the rum/raisin.
£160 for 4 of us including cocktails and 3 courses wasn't bad.
Written November 24, 2024
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Travel F
10 contributions
Nov 2023 • couples
This review is for the restaurant portion of the Villa @ Marigot Bay
Had the tasting menu and it was the Best dining experience I’ve had in St Lucia.
Getting to the restaurant was made easy with the golf cart service that picks up from the Marigot Bay dock area and likely even the local parking lot.
My wife’s pina colada was a nice cool-off for a hot evening, and coupled with the sunset view across the Bay nicely.
I had the tasting menu, which included an amuse-bouche calamari fritter in special St Lucian sauce, then a wonderfully tangy and playful beetroot and feta salad, then a pumpkin and cream soup. The main course was a shrimp and scallop risotto - just the right portion size. Dessert was a vanilla ice cream with an espresso filled cookie and Bailey’s.
I’m sure the menu changes often but you can get a feel for the chef’s care in the food.
You can get the tasting menu with drink pairings (extra $) or without.
My wife had the quinoa and lemon salad, chicken masala, and an affogato with ice cream off the regular menu (QR code at table), and very much enjoyed those choices as well.
Not the least expensive meal in Marigot Bay but definitely the best combination of quality and service for your dining vacation budget.
Written November 1, 2023
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Vicki W
87 contributions
Jan 2025 • couples
A nice change from beach front restaurant and bars
Nestled in the hills above the bay - accessed by their own golf buggy
The five course dinner was $70 food only and $100 for bubbly and two glasses wine
Not as veggie friendly as the main menu but they made adjustments
We have bruschetta amous bouche, grilled chicken and feta salad, mushroom and coconut soup then the main choice and this was where the service and food dropped standard
I had rosemary lamb two small chops served with such a strong peppercorn sauce - commented and they did not handle feedback well
Husband had mushroom and zucchini lasagna which was bland and watery
Desert was lovely banana tart tatin with icecream
The white wine delicious and the rose dull
Service hit and miss
It was better than most places but not five star except the prices sorry 😔
Written January 11, 2025
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Zoshia F
5 contributions
Jan 2025 • solo
This is the only truly enjoyable restaurant in Marigot Bay and is easily one of the Best in all of St Lucia. You must book in advance as they collect you in a small car or golf buggy and take you directly to the venue. The meals are creative, delicious, and cooked and served by St Lucians, as a truly St Lucian venture. This is rare, it is not foreign-owned. Get the full menu tasting experience, I bet you'll love it! I can not overstate how excellent the food quality, service and choice-options were. I went back twice, I loved it so much. It wasn't even that expensive, compared to some other places catering to Tourists. Deeply Impressed.
Written February 15, 2025
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Carole R
Beccles7 contributions
May 2023 • couples
After being in Marigot for 2 days we decided to try The Villa for breakfast pancakes. The menu is not extensive, which is why we had not been before - but now wish we had! The position overlooking the bay is breathtaking and priceless. The welcome, service and food outstanding. Being one pescatarian and one vegan, nothing is too much trouble which is a rare find so far in Marigot. The hosts are so incredibly accommodating and they do offer vegan evening meal options (not clear on website) , so we have now also booked for two more evening meals at 18:00 each time so we can enjoy the incredible sunset from this viewpoint with great food and welcome and engaging service during our one week stay. Another added bonus which is a brilliant idea due to their location on south side of Marigot at an elevated position is their golf buggy which will collect us (we are further up the hill) and take us home after the meal. The Villa also provides food delivery - all achieved by simple WhatsApp communication. Pricing is reasonable for Marigot, especially considering other venues prices, and is provided in Eastern Caribbean Dollars. Highly highly recommended 🤩
Written May 5, 2023
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ChrisHove_Belgium
Hove59 contributions
Jan 2025 • friends
The views of the published photos were much better expected. The service was cold as in many places in St Lucia .. We are presented with a 5-step menu with Lobster main course. We all really wanted lobster but we couldn’t have it without eating the whole menu. As for the beautiful piece of premium rib-eye beef it was certainly good and well cooked but barely a centimeter thick. Anyway, nothing bad but nothing that would make us come back to it. The wine did not match the menu but was very good ( un Pessegueiro reserva tinto 2020 )
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Written January 24, 2025
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Justin H
Woodburn1 contribution
May 2024 • couples
It’s wild to me that this place has so many 5 star reviews. The service and the quality of the food is mid at best. Be prepared to stay awhile. Service is NOT expedient nor are they very engaging. I ordered the shrimp scampi pasta and my wife ordered the King fish with rice and vegetables. My shrimp scampi showed up with no shrimp or sauce in it so it was sent back and corrected. It is plated with a ton of what appears and tastes like basic household powdered Parmesan. The King fish was more dry than a Lampoons Vacation Xmas turkey. The yellow rice was smashed with turmeric. That’s all we tasted. Straight tumeric. The side veggies got one bite and that was it. Whatever seasoning it was mixed with, was awful. The mushroom soup was very good, the coconut crusted calamari was amazing. The bruschetta was meh. The toppings were just some ground hamburger away from being hamburger helper and the tomatoes had that familiar “canned” tomato tang. All in all It was a real bummer of a dinner date.
Written May 9, 2024
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Francine S
1 contribution
Dec 2023 • couples
We got picked up by a chauffeur with the Villas private buggy. Upon arrival Tassia greated us and we were sitted (on Old Year's night) within the first 10 minutes. While we waited for our table, she offered some champagne and we got a chance to experience and enjoy the beautiful ambience.
Tassia was very welcoming and attended to our every need. The food was spectacular and it kept getting better as we switched from one meal to the other. The dishes were adequately portioned and the wait in between allowed us to cleanse our pallets, sip our drinks and prepare for another food adventure.
I will definitely come again!!! Thanks Kookie and team for such a wonderful way to ending 2023 and beginning the new year at The Villa!!
Cheers to 2024
Written December 31, 2023
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Cleopatra K
1 contribution
Feb 2025 • couples
We went to the Villa two times so far because it was recommended by our hostess. Before we leave the island, we will definitely go again. The food was fresh and delicious both nights. Besides that the view, ambiance and music were soothing after our long flight. The first night we were not that hungry and we shared chicken Marsala and aromatic salad with shrimp. The next night we had pasta with shrimp and mahi-mahi with rice. They were all tasty with the right amount of dressing and spices. The servers were polite and attentive. The Villa also offers a ride to and from the restaurant for no extra charge which is a plus for those of us who do not have a car.
Written February 25, 2025
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car654
Cardigan120 contributions
Nov 2024 • couples
What a wonderful addition this is to Marigot bay .
Super view over the bay , staff are great , helpful and knowledgeable about the dishes .
A great mix and fusion of tastes , carribean meets the rest of the world.
They also did take out to locals , on the same side of the bay, so great for guest villas etc .
My husband fell in love with the calamari frittatas , apparently 11/10 !
Thankyou for making us so welcome , we will definitely be returning!
Written November 3, 2024
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Paul T
Horsham23 contributions
Mar 2024 • couples
This was our second year in Marigo Bay and second year eating mostly food at or from The Villa. We were initially drawn to this place as it was a minute from where we were staying BUT we kept going back due to its great food and friendly, quick service.
Our initial contact was having take-aways. Having just arrived at our hotel (which doesn't do food) we just wanted something quick to eat after the long journey from the airport (if you've been to St Lucia then you'll know that virtually all journeys are long whatever the distance due to the winding and hilly nature of the roads) so we were delighted to discover The Villa does take-aways and enjoyed great pizzas and salad (and burgers a couple of nights later). In all we had 2 take-away meals and 3 meals at The Villa, every one excellent, good value and served quickly (not usually a Caribbean feature). Also (for St Lucia) all the food and drink is reasonably priced. Well worth a (repeat) visit and not just for those staying conveniently close.
Written March 12, 2024
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Nasos K
Bothell28 contributions
Jan 2024 • family
The Villa in Marigot Bay is so much better than the rest of the restaurants in the area that is unfair to compare it. Good food, nice staff, and even better ambience and view.
I definitely recommend to come here for breakfast too and avoid all other restaurants in the area. I am regretting so much I gave an opportunity to 2 other restaurants in the bay a try vs coming back to this very good restaurant.
Finally, it is very expensive but even the worst places in this area were inexplicably expensive.
Written January 8, 2024
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Mercedes C
9 contributions
Mar 2023 • couples
After seeing signs for The Villa’s pizza, we had to try it out as we hadn’t had any “home comforts” food yet in our trip. Found out reservations are required, but they were kind enough to accommodate us anyways. The restaurant was very beautiful and felt quite fancy, with classy place settings and decor, and a gorgeous view of the bay.
We were offered “the villa experience” which if I recall was a 5-course tasting meal with or without included wine pairings. Our hearts were already set on pizza, but we will be back to try the experience as well.
The pizza was AMAZING, we could’ve cried we were so pleased, and our server was polite and friendly as well. We will absolutely be back both for the villa experience meal and the pizza. Just a heads up though, the margherita pizza is not the same as we have in the US where we are from. Here it is a cheese pizza. Which I’m sure is also delicious, but we chose a different option as that’s not what we were looking for.
Written March 15, 2023
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Meg L
3 contributions
Jan 2023 • couples
Fantastic hidden gem in Marigot Bay. We stayed across the street at the Marigot Palms and ended up coming here every night of our stay for dinner, partially because it was super convenient but the food was also fantastic - definitely best food we had in 7 days on St. Lucia.
What really sets it apart is the staff - absolutely could not be friendlier or more welcoming. Service was extremely professional. Views were also beautiful of the bay.
I was surprised to enjoy the variety on the menu - the traditional Caribbean seafood, Indian curry, and pizzas were all hits! My fiancé also loved the banana pancakes when we came for breakfast
The walk from the dock slips in the marina is genuinely only 5 (steep) minutes, but they will also pick you up if you request a lift.
Written January 6, 2023
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