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La Cigale: Restaurant Reviews

Laguna Beach | - Route des Terres Basses, Baie Nettle, St Maarten-St Martin
+590 590 87 90 23
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Price range: $60 - $100
Cuisines: French
Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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23 reviews 23 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“The best Setting & Service by the Beach!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 26, 2012

We have been going to La Cigale since our Honeymoon in 1999. Each time we return, Oliviere greets us wonderfully! This is a small family restaurant with a wonderful wine list, romantic music and rich, french style. When we were there about 5 years ago we commented how much we enjoyed the music. The manager said to stop by the next day in the afternoon and he would have a copy of the CD with 5 hours of music! We still listen to it to this day! Some of the best memories of our trips to St Martin include La Cigale. Also go to Ballerina Jewelers and see Ravi. Unique inventory and impeccable service!

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Trumbull, Connecticut
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23 reviews 23 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Amazing you must go there”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2012

Its about the most amazing place to eat on the Island of St Maarten. The best service and you must try their homemade rum and their steak. Great selection of wines as well. Very beauitifull place it may be hard to find but once you get there you will be amazed...

  • Visited August 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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Greenville, SC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Exceptional Service at La Cigale”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 6, 2012

I couldn't have been more pleased by the personal attention my husband and I received at La Cigale in St. Martin. The waiter that we had knocked himself out to make sure we enjoyed our food and beverage. He made excellent suggestions and then personally checked to make sure we liked everything. The food was very good but the exceptional service was what spoke to me. I would return in a minute.

The restaurant is not necessarily elegant but it does provide a certain ambience with its waterside dining and candle light. On the night we went, it was a bit overcast, but I'm certain that its location on a lagoon in Baie Nettle could provide a beautiful sunset. I would recommend this restaurant for a romantic dining experience, particularly during low season in St. Martin.

  • Visited August 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Food
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12 restaurant reviews
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“Merci La Cigale!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 1, 2012

My boyfriend Carlos and I had a fantastic dinner while we were in St Maartin last week. I made reservations a couple of months in advance so as to procure one of their lovely lagoon side tables.
We were greeted with warmth and hospitality upon our arrival.
Olivier was our server, and one of the owners I believe. He was absolutely lovely. Informative, attentive without being pretencious. I left my selections in his capable hands and his choices were spot on.
We started with the Champagne Cocktail La Cigale and it was delicious!
The fois gras appetizer is to die for...folllwed by a duck dish and the their macaron for dessert.
We picked a lovely bottle of Bandol Rose and it was perfect.
This restaurant alone would be a reason to return to St Maartin!

  • Visited July 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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Robbinsville, New Jersey
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
“Heaven”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 21, 2012

We loved everything about La Cigale. First, the location is magical. I'm sorry I do not recall our waiters name but he described every dish with such flair it was difficult deciding what to order. We loved the escargot, and the duck (best duck EVER). All in all La Cigale is the perfect combination of atmosphere, cuisine, and service.

  • Visited July 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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