Baie Longue, Les Terres Basses, French West Indies, 97064, MF
La Samanna, St Martin
Contact: +1 (888) 605-1350
Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Caribbean Flavours, Riviera Style and Cellar-Led Evenings
Dine from sunrise pastries at Corail to beachfront bites at Laplaj, light Italian cuisine at La Spiaggia and fine French-Caribbean dinners at L’Oursin overlooking Baie Longue. Sip cocktails and small plates at Baie Longue Bar, then reserve La Cave for private dinners, wine tastings, chocolate and cheese pairings or a rum-tasting experience.
French-Caribbean Fine Dining Restaurant
L'Oursin
An elegant fine dining restaurant at La Samanna, St Martin offering French Riviera and Caribbean cuisine on a bistro-style terrace overlooking Baie Longue. L’Oursin is perfect for refined dinners and special occasions, with a chic, polished feel and a Grand Cru wine list.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours: 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Italian Trattoria Restaurant
La Spiaggia
A stylish Italian trattoria restaurant at La Samanna, St Martin offering light Italian cuisine overlooking the beach. La Spiaggia is perfect for relaxed seaside dining, with a breezy trattoria feel and the softness of Baie Longue close by.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
French-Caribbean Fusion Restaurant
Laplaj
A relaxed beachfront restaurant at La Samanna, St Martin offering Créole-influenced Riviera-style cuisine and light bites by the sand. Laplaj is perfect for easy lunches and casual beachside moments, with a breezy setting that suits families during the day.
- Serves: Lunch & Light Bites
- Hours: 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cocktail Bar
Baie Longue Bar
An intimate cocktail bar at La Samanna, St Martin serving an extensive menu of special rum drinks and French-fusion small plates. Baie Longue Bar suits aperitifs or after-dinner drinks, with a refined cliffside feel between L’Oursin and Corail.
- Serves: Rum Cocktails & Small Plates
- Hours vary — see concierge
Breakfast French Restaurant
Corail
An alfresco breakfast restaurant at La Samanna, St Martin offering freshly squeezed juices and pastries on a terrace beside the Main Pool. Corail is perfect for sunlit morning meals with a relaxed French-Caribbean feel and easy poolside setting.
- Serves: Breakfast
- Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. weekdays, 11:00 a.m. weekends
Wine Cellar Bar
La Cave
An atmospheric wine cellar bar at La Samanna, St Martin offering rare vintages, private tastings and rum experiences in a dimly lit European-style setting. La Cave suits intimate celebrations and refined evenings, with an old-world feel and a sense of occasion.
- Serves: Rare Vintages & Rum
- Hours: Fri–Tue, 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (by request)
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What dining and drink venues does La Samanna, St Martin offer?
La Samanna, St Martin features six distinct dining and drink venues: L’Oursin, the resort’s fine-dining French restaurant; La Spiaggia, a stylish Italian trattoria; Laplaj, a relaxed beachfront eatery; Corail, the alfresco breakfast terrace; Baie Longue Bar for cocktails and small plates; and La Cave, the resort’s private wine cellar. Together these venues make La Samanna, St Martin a complete culinary destination on Baie Longue.
What makes L'Oursin at La Samanna, St Martin special?
L’Oursin is La Samanna, St Martin’s fine-dining French restaurant, set on a bistro-style terrace overlooking Baie Longue. The current menu blends Caribbean and French Riviera cuisine under Chef Francis Navarre, and the restaurant pours from a Grand Cru wine list drawn from La Samanna’s cellar, considered one of the most extensive collections in the Caribbean. Dinner is served nightly from 6:30pm to 10:30pm, and L’Oursin is regarded as the most formal dining option at La Samanna, St Martin.
Does La Samanna, St Martin have an Italian restaurant?
Yes, La Samanna, St Martin’s Italian dining is found at La Spiaggia, a stylish trattoria offering light Italian cuisine with views over the beach. It is one of the property’s signature evening dining venues, complementing the resort’s French and Créole-inspired offerings.
What is Laplaj at La Samanna, St Martin?
Laplaj is La Samanna, St Martin’s beachfront restaurant, serving Créole-influenced, Riviera-style light bites right on the sand. Lunch runs from noon to 4pm, with snacks and drinks continuing until 9pm, including tropical daiquiris and rum punches. Laplaj offers a relaxed, casual atmosphere for daytime dining at La Samanna, St Martin.
What bars are available at La Samanna, St Martin?
La Samanna, St Martin offers two lounges alongside its poolside and beach bar. Baie Longue Bar, set high on the cliffs, serves an extensive cocktail menu and French-fusion small plates such as codfish fritters and mahi mahi ceviche, ideal for an aperitif or nightcap. Guests can also enjoy beachside drinks at Laplaj, rounding out the bar experience at La Samanna, St Martin.
What is La Cave at La Samanna, St Martin?
La Cave is La Samanna, St Martin’s private wine cellar, used for intimate dinners, wine tastings, and chocolate or cheese pairings. It is open for dinner by request only, Friday to Tuesday, from 6pm to 9:30pm, subject to availability. La Cave also hosts ‘La Cave 200,’ a curated rum-tasting experience, making it a distinctive addition to La Samanna, St Martin’s dining scene.
Where can guests have breakfast at La Samanna, St Martin?
Breakfast at La Samanna, St Martin is served at Corail, an alfresco terrace adjacent to the Main Pool offering freshly squeezed juices, pastries, and both buffet and à la carte options. Corail is generally open in the morning hours, making it the primary breakfast venue at La Samanna, St Martin.
Is dining at La Samanna, St Martin suitable for families with children?
La Samanna, St Martin is a family-friendly resort, and dining reflects this welcome. Laplaj offers a relaxed, kid-friendly setting during the day with sandwiches and high chairs available. L’Oursin, the resort’s more formal restaurant, is unable to accommodate highchairs, so families with young children are offered alternative dining options elsewhere at La Samanna, St Martin.
Do guests need reservations for restaurants at La Samanna, St Martin?
Reservations are recommended for dining at La Samanna, St Martin, particularly for L’Oursin and La Cave, which operates by request only. Guests can book directly through the concierge or via the resort’s reservation channels, since some venues, such as L’Oursin, are not listed on third-party booking networks and require direct contact with La Samanna, St Martin.
What is the dress code for dining at La Samanna, St Martin?
Dining attire at La Samanna, St Martin ranges from casual to elegant depending on the venue. Beachwear is appropriate during the day at spots like Laplaj, while evening dining calls for breezy resort elegance — think maxi dresses, linen trousers and sandals. L’Oursin is considered the most formal restaurant at La Samanna, St Martin, so slightly dressier attire is encouraged there.