ILE MAURICE RESTAURANT

BEST FOR Sunday lunches and romantic dinners of fine French-Mauritian cuisine. FOOD While on the pricey side, the food here, with its emphasis on seafood, is worth it. Entrées include delicious choux pastry filled with spinach, Scottish smoked salmon and cottage cheese or sautéed mushrooms and prawns tossed in a light béchamel sauce. For mains, try the line fish of the day, baked and topped with a sauce of coconut milk and tomato. There are also grilled langoustines and prawn-and-chicken curry. Elegant desserts include classics like crème brûlée or crêpes Suzette. DRINKS The wine list includes award-winning South African wines, a selection of Bordeaux blends and French wines. Cocktails, cognac and Mauritian rums are also available. SERVICE Professional, knowledgeable and attentive. AMBIENCE There’s a vintage feel that’s unassuming yet opulent. The verandah seating with close proximity the sea is wonderful. (KMO)