Station A becomes Anbalaba Restaurant: Creole cuisine in Baie du Cap

A restaurant overlooking the lagoon, in an authentic fishing village

Anbalaba Restaurant is located in Baie du Cap, a fishing village on the south-west coast of Mauritius, between Le Morne and Bel Ombre. Overlooking the lagoon, with the mountains as a backdrop, it enjoys a setting rarely found elsewhere on the island: open views, a peaceful pace of life and authentic village life just a few steps away.

Its location is also a practical advantage. The restaurant is situated between Heritage Golf Club, just a few minutes away, and Le Morne Brabant, around ten minutes away. It makes a natural stop after a round of golf, a hike, a kitesurfing session or a day at the beach. And for those staying at Domaine d’Anbalaba, it is simply the local restaurant, within walking distance.

Home-style Creole cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients

Creole cuisine is at the heart of the menu at Anbalaba Restaurant, which offers a wide selection of Creole dishes, alongside homemade desserts and a selection of wines from France, South Africa, Argentina and Mauritius.

The menu, available in both French and English, is divided into five sections: gajacks (small Creole bites to share), starters, main courses, grilled dishes and desserts. Here are a few highlights:

• Seafood tartare, octopus salad or a local salad with heart of palm, as starters;
• Seafood curry, prepared with local spices and aromatic herbs;
• Fish and crab in Creole broth, made with the local catch, tomatoes, onions, ginger and garlic;
• Wild boar rack, salmi-style, slow-cooked in red wine with traditional spices;
• Rougail with smoked pork, prepared with tomatoes, ginger, garlic and thyme;
• Venison chop with garam spices, served with onion rice and honey mustard;
• Grilled lobster, whole fried fish or tuna steak with mild spices and a turmeric sauce, from the grill selection.

For dessert, choose from vanilla crème brûlée, dark chocolate mud cake with crème anglaise, flambéed pineapple with vanilla ice cream, tiramisu or a selection of ice creams.

Prices start at Rs 150 (Mauritian rupees) for gajacks, range from Rs 500 to Rs 650 for starters, Rs 650 to Rs 1,100 for main courses, and Rs 600 to Rs 2,100 for grilled dishes.

The approach is simple: the restaurant primarily uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Some of the fruit, vegetables and aromatic herbs come directly from the restaurant’s own garden. When it comes to seafood, the restaurant favours the local catch, working in partnership with the village’s fishermen.

Vegetarians are also catered for, with options including a local vegetarian platter among the gajacks, and a main-course stew featuring root vegetables, brèdes (leafy greens) and achards (pickled vegetables).

You can browse the restaurant menu before your visit.

Sundowners in Baie du Cap: gajacks, signature cocktails and sunset over the lagoon

There is a moment at the end of the day when the light turns golden and the lagoon changes colour. It is time for a sundowner. As the sun sets, Anbalaba Restaurant invites you to choose from a selection of gajacks, signature cocktails and local beers, to share with friends or someone special, with the Indian Ocean stretching out before you.

At the bar, three signature cocktails have the Anbalaba touch: the Anbalatab (gin, triple sec, apple syrup and pineapple juice), the Dodo Baba (rum, passion fruit purée and lime) and the “Lorlili” daiquiri (rum, coconut purée, cane sugar syrup and lemon). Beer lovers can enjoy local Mauritian beers such as Phoenix, Manawa and Flying Dodo, while those looking for alcohol-free options can choose from mocktails, including a virgin mojito and virgin colada.

On the menu, gajacks are made for aperitif time: crispy prawns and calamari, samosas and gato piments, honey and sesame chicken. It is a simple way to round off a day at the beach or on the trails, or to ease into the evening without rushing. Gajacks are served throughout the day, even outside the kitchen’s opening hours.

A coffee shop with Wi-Fi: matcha, lattes and homemade cakes, in the morning or between services

Anbalaba Restaurant is also a coffee shop. From opening time, you can stop by for a coffee (espresso, long black, cappuccino or café latte), tea, matcha latte, fresh mint infusion or an iced ginger, honey and lemon infusion, prepared the traditional way, accompanied by a homemade cake. The restaurant offers Wi-Fi, making it a pleasant place to check your emails, work for a few hours or simply settle down with a good book.

Two times of day are particularly well suited to a visit:

• In the morning, before lunch service. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, the lagoon light, a coffee and a place to settle in with your laptop.
• In the afternoon, between lunch and dinner service. When the kitchen takes a break, between 3 pm and 6 pm, the restaurant remains open for a drink and a slice of cake, away from the lunchtime bustle.

A welcoming place for every occasion: lunch, coffee, celebrations or business meetings

What makes Anbalaba Restaurant special is its ability to cater to all kinds of occasions. People come to eat, of course, but also to enjoy a coffee, work for a few hours, have lunch with colleagues, celebrate a birthday or organise a leaving party. The atmosphere is relaxed, warm and friendly, with no fuss or formality.

A few thoughtful touches make it easy for everyone to enjoy a visit:

• Family-friendly: children are welcome, and the restaurant is well suited to family meals. It offers a children’s menu, high chairs and games to keep little ones entertained.
• Accessible to people with reduced mobility.
• Free parking next to the restaurant.
• A stylish yet relaxed setting, equally suited to a business lunch, a family dinner or a romantic meal for two.

A day at Anbalaba Restaurant, from morning coffee to the last cocktail

The best way to get a feel for the place is to follow the rhythm of a typical day.

Morning. The restaurant opens at 9:30 am. Bring your laptop or a book, order a latte or a tea, and settle in overlooking the lagoon. Lunch service is still a while away: this is the quietest time of day, when you can mostly hear the village waking up.

Lunch. From midday, the kitchen gets going. Colleagues on their lunch break, families, golfers returning from the course and hikers coming down from Le Morne all take a seat for a Creole dish, fresh fish or a homemade dessert, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Afternoon. Between 3 pm and 6 pm, the kitchen takes a breather, but the restaurant remains open. It is the perfect time for a coffee and a slice of cake, a quiet work meeting or a break before heading off again.

Sundowner. As the light turns golden, gajacks, signature cocktails and local beers take centre stage. The lagoon changes colour and conversations begin to slow down.

Dinner, and sometimes live music. Dinner service runs until 9 pm, with the restaurant staying open until 10 pm. On some Saturdays, the evening continues with music.

One place, many different rhythms: that is what gives Anbalaba Restaurant its lively character and keeps people coming back several times a week.

Concerts, jam sessions and Mauritian artists on selected Saturday evenings

On selected Saturday evenings, Anbalaba Restaurant transforms into a live music venue. Mauritian singers and musicians accompany dinner with live performances and jam sessions in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Dine overlooking the lagoon, enjoy the sounds of the island and let the evening linger a little longer than planned.

The programme is announced on the restaurant’s Instagram account: @anbalaba.restaurant.

Private events and venue hire in Baie du Cap: weddings, birthdays and corporate events

With its terrace overlooking the lagoon, the restaurant is also an event venue. Anbalaba Restaurant hosts private and corporate events, with the option to hire all or part of the space exclusively.

Depending on the format, the venue can accommodate:

• Up to 70 guests for a seated lunch or dinner;
• Up to 130 guests for a cocktail-style reception.

There are plenty of occasions to celebrate:

• Birthdays;
• Weddings, christenings and communions;
• Baby showers and gender reveal parties;
• Corporate events, seminars, business dinners and product launches;
• Farewell parties and team lunches.

The team helps plan and organise bespoke events and provides a tailored quote for each project. Group bookings are also available. To discuss your plans, visit the contact page.

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