Philipsburg is four parallel streets squeezed between Great Bay, where the cruise ships dock, and Salt Pond, where salt was made many years ago.
The entire area has been improved greatly over the last few years. The harbor was dredged so that cruise ships could tie up at a new terminal. The sand from the dredging was used to replenish Great Bay beach and a boardwalk was built running the length of the beach. In addition, Front Street was beautified with paving stones, benches, new sidewalks, palm trees, and cast iron streetlights. Parking was eliminated, making the street a mile long shopping mall. New parking was added along Pondfill and at Bobby's Marina at the same time.
But this is about restaurants. They are everywhere and cater to most every taste. Créole, of course, but being only a few miles from French St Martin, some of the finest French chefs ply their trade on the Dutch side.
Sonya and Joel at Escargot will welcome you to their colorful
Créole house and tempt you with escargot seven ways, followed by fine French food featuring duck and the freshest seafood available.
Antoine Restaurant serves traditional French dishes, some with a northern Italian flair and provides a great view of the Bay at no extra charge.
At the very head of town, close to the new cruiseship pier is The Greenhouse Bar and Restaurant featuring great burgers, steaks, ribs, and seafood.
Some of the finest local food can be found at Shieka's Bistro, just a few steps off Front Street in a cool, tree-shaded oasis in front of the Community Center. The Chinese and Indians have long emigrated to the Caribbean and brought their food with them.
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