Travelers Award 2025 & Worldclass™ Bar
Step into a world of magic at our hidden oasis!
Easy elegance. Simple luxury.
Because we all deserve a magical night under the palms. Palapa is a hidden gem, an Alice-down-the-rabbit-hole experience just for you. Whether you prefer sipping signature cocktails and indulging in tantalizing sushi & tapas in our lounge areas, seek the easy elegance of our Bedouin tent for exquisite casual fine dining, or are looking to party with friends in our private gazebo? we have curated extraordinary & unique spaces just to celebrate you!
Palapa’s lounge turns into one of the most fashionable and sexy hotspots with a host of international DJ’s
luciana parodi
A place in the center of the tourist city. If you’re looking for a quiet place, good wine, sushi, and fusion food, you’ve come to the right place. The staff is excellent. The manager is very attentive and knowledgeable. Good, simple dishes with a special touch. So, your simple ceviche becomes a delicious, fresh meal. The sushi is excellent, the small roll is well-made with a touch of skill. Excellent wine. The prices are fair for the location. The place is unique and feels like a true luxury palapa. We’ll be back soon. Great job, guys.
… moreMo Dagher
Ingrid and her team were on top of everything constantly. My glass was always full of water, plates were cleaned up constantly, and there was always somebody ready to satisfy any need. The service was 10/10
The ambiance was amazing and we enjoyed it from entry to exit. Very unique vibe to the place.
The food was spectacular. Our salad and sushi came out first as requested and was immediate. They were both delish. My tenderloin steak was cooked to perfection and my wife was extremely happy with her pasta. The dessert was also fantastic.
This place is a must go while visiting St Maarten. Easily my favorite dinner yet.
… moreDarren Love
An excellent restaurant, brilliant food and the service was great – thank you Ingrid.
We were lucky – didn’t have a reservation but arrived just after they opened and they were able to fit the two of us in! Highly recommend making a reservation as it got full.
… moreKendra Guzman
Me and my two girlfriends dined at Palapa on Monday December 8th to celebrate my birthday. Everything was absolutely fabulous. The ambiance was gorgeous and created the perfect vibe for a birthday dinner. The playlist, the lighting, and the holiday decor created the perfect festive atmosphere to enjoy some delicious food. We ordered the coconut shrimp, ribeye, Salmon and the Sea Bass. Everyone enjoyed their meal. The best part of the dining experience was the service. Our waitress Valerie was a JOY!! She was warm, welcoming , professional and very attentive. Her attention to detail and infectious smile added to the amazing vibe of the restaurant. If we are ever in St. Maarten we will definitely dine here again.
… moreCassandra Bettan
Anyone who says this place is anything other than a 10/10 is wild. I was worried it would be another fancy “vibey” spot with mediocre food. Boy was I WRONG. Vibes were immaculate but the food was out of this world. I am a big foodie and I was blown away. Everything we had was 10/10. Ceviche, salmon carpaccio, tuna sushi roll, hanger steak with peppercorn sauce and even the raspberry dessert. Do yourself a favor and GO. Thank me later
… moreSharon Viar
This place is fabulous. The atmosphere is so unique, the drinks are crazy good, and the food was perfectly cooked and served. I was disappointed that the sushi was not on the menu because it was so good last year. I decided to try the New Zealand filet. Holy cow….it was one of the best I’ve ever had!! This will continue to be one of my favorites on the island.
The staff deserves a shout out too! They are attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable!!
… moreDMWR
Palapa was hands down my best dining experience on the island. Our waiter, Lemson, was professional, courteous, and truly made us feel special. We celebrated our anniversary there and were welcomed with a complimentary glass of Prosecco each, which was such a thoughtful touch.
It’s clear the owner runs a tight ship—in the best way. The level of teamwork among the staff was exceptional, unlike anything I’ve seen at a restaurant before. Every staff member we passed greeted us warmly, and everyone was impeccably groomed and professional.
The food was outstanding, and the ambiance is a solid 10/10. Palapa will definitely be one of our go-to spots whenever we’re in Saint Martin
… moreTamika Means
We came to celebrate a birthday and had a great time! The food was pretty good overall, but the real standouts were the ceviche and lobster cakes, absolutely delicious. Perfect way to kick off the celebration.
… moreSebastian Garcia
The overall experience just seemed okay. Our server was somewhat attentive but didn’t offer recommendations and didn’t go over the menu. The wait time was also quite long. My party was also seated closer to the entrance and we witnessed many cockroaches coming out of the nearby soil. Not the best when trying to eat. As for the food, it was decent at best. The dishes weren’t too flavorful but they also weren’t bad. We were also celebrating a birthday and waited quite long for the restaurant staff to sing Happy Birthday.
… moreAmy Arrindell
This was the second time I had eaten here. I got the same dish as the first time. Unfortunately, this time I did not like it. The amaretto sour was great!! And the dessert was also delicious. The waiters and waitresses always impress me. They are what make this place what it is!!
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