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L'Atelier, Orient Bay, Collectivite de Saint-Martin

L'Atelier

4.9
4.9
99 Reviews
$50 and over
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
L’ ATELIER is inspired by childhood memories of home-cooked meals at the owner’s grandmother's farm.
Food lovers, we are a steakhouse " à la Française,” where a chalkboard menu highlights local fish & world’s class meats from France and beyond including USDA Prime Black Angus, Japanese Wagyu (Kobe and Kagoshima), Australian Wagyu beef, Iberico black pig, free-range lamb, duck, and dry-aged Black Pearl beef.
From the ocean, try our Kihada tuna steak of sashimi quality, mahi-mahi as fresh ceviche or crusted with fresh herbs, and our lobster linguini in a homemade creamy lobster bisque.
Vegetarian friends, you haven’t been forgotten and try our vegetarian risotto prepares minute just for you.
Our cocktails are crafted by our skilled mixologist, and our wine list features over 70 varieties.
Make sure to leave room for L’Atelier's signature dessert or the Chef’s special dessert.
This unique venue welcomes family and friends from Monday to Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Steak, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    0690 22 10 22
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Vasco Pacheco

What 99 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Caribbean

    Best Overall

  • Caribbean

    Best Food

  • Caribbean

    Best Service

  • Caribbean

    French

  • Saint Martin

    Best Overall

  • Saint Martin

    Best Food

  • Saint Martin

    Best Service

  • Saint Martin

    Best Ambience

  • Saint Martin

    Best Value

  • Saint Martin

    Great for fine wines

  • Saint Martin

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Saint Martin

    Romantic

  • Saint Martin

    Good for special occasions

  • Saint Martin

    Lively

  • Saint Martin

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
L'Atelier in Saint-Martin is a culinary gem, consistently praised for its "amazing food" and "incredible service." The owner, Alexandre, personally engages with guests, offering a "personalized and intimate dining experience." With standout dishes like "the tomahawk steak" and "crispy poached egg," L'Atelier is a "must-visit" for food lovers.

99 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Beautiful food, great wait staff and the owner pitches the menu. Best dinner of our trip!
    L'AtelierResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much ! If you plan to visit us again, we would love to serve you another fantastic meal. Thank you once again for your visit! Alexandre.

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  2. Jana

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best food we have eaten on the island in the fifteen years we have been coming to Saint Maarten. The mahi ceviche was the best I have ever had and their beef courses are to die for. Loved that the owner came to our table. Must make a reservation. We will definitely make L’Atelier a dinner stop every year now. Just wonderful!
    L'AtelierResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and that the mahi ceviche and beef dishes stood out for you. It’s always a pleasure to connect with our guests personally, and we’re so glad you appreciated that. We look forward to welcoming you back year after year. Thank you for making L’Atelier a part of your visits to Saint Martin! Alexandre.

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  3. Terri

    Connecticut2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful meal at L’Atelier. Top quality all the way, friendly and efficient service, comfortable and quiet setting. The owner visits the table and makes recommendations - their signature deep fried poached egg was amazing and the tuna carpaccio was superb! I went with the french beef and loved it. My wife had the mahi-mahi - also amazing.
    L'AtelierResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed your meal at L’Atelier. It’s great to know you loved the deep-fried poached egg, the tuna carpaccio, and the other dishes. We’re glad you felt comfortable and well taken care of. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience! Alexandre.

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  4. DebbieC

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food fabulous, owner Alex is charming and knowledgeable. Our server was excellent and had great recommendations. Wine paring perfect. Can’t wait to return!
    L'AtelierResponded 5 days ago
    We are truly touched by your kind words about my restaurant! It means the world to us that you enjoyed the food, appreciated our expertise, and had an excellent experience with my team. We're particularly thrilled that you loved the wine pairing—it's something we take great pride in. Your enthusiasm is what motivates us to continue delivering exceptional experiences. We can't wait to welcome you back and share more of our culinary creations with you! Thank you again for your heartfelt review. Best regards, Alexandre

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  5. jean francois

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Remarquable! Alexandre le proprio donne un service exceptionnel que vous preniez le plat le moins cher de la carte ou le boeuf Kobe. Les autres serveurs le suivent dans la même tendance. Aucune prétention contrairement à certains restaurants de Grand Case. Et c’est tout simplement délicieux, notre meilleur resto à St-Martin
    L'AtelierResponded 4 days ago
    Merci infiniment pour votre commentaire chaleureux ! Je suis ravi d'apprendre que vous avez passé un excellent moment dans mon restaurant. Mon équipe et moi nous efforçons de créer une atmosphère accueillante et de servir des plats de qualité, que ce soit à travers nos recettes simples et familiales ou encore avec notre sélection de viandes haut de gamme. Votre satisfaction est notre plus grande récompense, et je suis honoré que vous considériez notre établissement comme le meilleur à Saint-Martin. Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau bientôt ! Merci vraiment Jean-François. Alexandre.

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  6. Heidi

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal! So nice to find exceptional beef in the Caribbean! The owner explained the menu and we loved the old world French recipes from his grandmother! Loved the experience and thank you to the well trained staff.
    L'AtelierResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I am really happy that you enjoyed your meal and appreciated the old-world French recipes that have been passed down through my family. It's always a pleasure to share our culinary heritage with guests like you. My team works hard to ensure every experience is exceptional, and we're grateful for your kind words about my staff. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Alexandre.

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  7. Simone

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant with top notch, creative food. Wonderful smoked tuna carpaccio, ceviche , the special egg and truffled bruschetta. Had a variety of the steak options. Specializes in high end beef but also has a seafood menu. We had to wait for our table well after our reservation time in this very busy spot. However, server immediately offered us complementary drinks on the house. After we were seated, the owner came to the table to apologize for the wait. Her personally took our order. We had additional wait time but all was handled graciously. Staff was accommodating and highly professional. In the end, the owner thanked us for our patience with free glasses of champagne. This is what hospitality is all about! Exceptional, highly recommended.
    L'AtelierResponded on 2 March 2025
    Dear Simone, I am deeply touched by the sincerity and accuracy of your review. Your kind words about our creative dishes, such as the smoked tuna carpaccio and truffled bruschetta, mean a lot to us. I'm particularly grateful for your appreciation of our staff's professionalism and hospitality. I want to apologize again for the wait you experienced, despite our best efforts to manage the busy evening. I'm glad that I could make up for it with complementary drinks and champagne. Your understanding and patience are truly valued, and we hope to welcome you back very soon to provide another exceptional dining experience. Thank you again for your heartfelt review. It's reviews like yours that remind us of the importance of genuine hospitality. Alexandre Best regards,

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  8. Linda VIP

    Washington DC66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant in the island never disappoints. The food is superbly prepared from the best ingredients. Beef lovers will find many great dishes here, as will fish lovers. The service is impeccable and never intrusive, and the host is both charming and very professional. Reservations are a must.
    L'AtelierResponded on 2 March 2025
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're honored to be your favorite restaurant on the island. We're thrilled that you enjoy our dishes, appreciate the quality of our ingredients, and find our service impeccable. I am grateful for your kind words about my team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Alexandre.

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  9. Theresa

    Mississippi3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined here each time we visit the island and once again it did not disappoint. Everything was excellent!
    L'AtelierResponded on 1 March 2025
    Thank you so much for your loyalty and wonderful review! We're thrilled that we continue to meet your expectations and that everything was excellent during your latest visit. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Alexandre

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal with outstanding food and service. Every expectation was exceeded!
    L'AtelierResponded on 1 March 2025
    Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled that we exceeded your expectations with both our food and service. It means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another outstanding experience! Alexandre

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L'Atelier is rated 4.9 stars by 99 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for L'Atelier

Orient Bay Village, Orient Bay, Collectivite de Saint-Martin 97150

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Baie-Orientale
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Steak, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Vasco Pacheco
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly
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