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Waterfront dining: seafood, pasta, salads & steaks - Topper's, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten

Topper's

4.6
4.6
15 Reviews
$30 and under
International

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
This famed eatery, voted # 1 international restaurant, is located directly on the water serving guests for more than 18 yrs. The extensive menu emphasizes locally caught lobster, fresh salads, pasta, and Certified Angus Beef cooked to perfection. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy daily happy-hour specials and the Thursday night Broadway dance show. The bar is a local hangout well known for nightly Karaoke, where guests stay to sing and dance the night away.

This family-owned restaurant is set in a gorgeous landmark waterfront location that stunningly accommodates the restaurant, rhum distillery, bar, authentic Italian gelateria, and gift shop.

Topper’s Rhum, St. Maarten’s official rum, is winner of over thirty international medals and holds the prestigious title of USA Today’s Best Caribbean Rum Distillery. Enjoy a tour or stop by for tasting and shopping. Experience this extraordinary, fun, and unforgettable destination!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:30–14:00 Bar Daily 08:30–02:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–18:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (721) 544-3500
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kimar Senhouse / Brisnel Valentin
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate large parties and private events
  • Area
    Cole Bay
  • Cross Street
    We are located on the Lagoon side of Welfare Road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus stop in front
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Show Night

    18 Apr 2024 - 11 Apr 2025
    Spectacular live dance show with amazing performances from Cabaret, Chicago, Cats, Grease, Fame, Burlesque, Hairspray, Moulin Rouge, Aladdin, Bubbling Brown Sugar, The Wiz, Sweet Charity, Fosse, and more!
    Show Night photo

What 15 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Topper's offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "great service." Guests rave about the seafood, especially the lobster and seared calamari. The vibrant atmosphere is enhanced by lively karaoke nights. While some find the venue's appearance lacking, the "fantastic rum" and friendly staff keep visitors returning for more.

15 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    small seating area with high ceilings and no window coverings. acoustics were not the best and almost no ambiance in the overpowering white walls and ceiling. The food was ok at best with one appetizer over cooked, one of our 3 mains overcooked (asked for medium and got well) another main undercooked (asked for well and got medium rare) the third main was flavourless and not very appetizing. The staff never came back to ask us if we wanted drink refills which was fine because they came in small plastic cups anyway. The owner of the establishment was in the house at the time sipping drinks at the bar. the staff seemed to pay more attention to him and his company than they did patrons. The rum in the front of the house was the best part. The 3 of us in my party were not impressed at all and would not recommend eating here.

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  2. Nia

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The ladies at the front desk was so rude. Like I was bothering them when I walked in or something. I think there needs to be better customer service especially with first timers. When I walked in with my friends I was greeted with nasty stares. I booked online for 7:30 not realizing I had to book separately for the distillery tour. Before I could even get my words out this lady made sure to let me know “we don’t have a tour at 7:30 you don’t have a tour w. Us. Go to the restaurant” I wanted to ask her a question and didn’t just because her energy was horrible. Thank god the workers in the restaurant was soooooo nice. They actually made us enjoy this establishment. They should be working in the front those workers on Friday Nov 1st @7:30. Yeah they’re nasty.

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  3. Vikki

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent and very fun with the karaoke! The waitress and all the staff were friendly.

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  4. Nancy

    Tampa

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing time at Tooper’s tried it for the first time on our vacation. Ending up going additional 3 nights in our week trip. Carol was amazing she was the bartender and waitress. She was one of the main reasons we kept coming back. The service was fabulous the food was amazing. There Rhum is amazing we ended up taking some bottles home. If you have not tried it please do you will love it. We will be returning and it will be one of our first stops. Thank you for amazing experience will see you soon.

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  5. Javier

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good! Great service and fast! Recommended

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  6. Tracy

    Caribbean

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went at a very slow time. The service was wonderful in the restaurant and the food was great!

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  7. Youri

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love it there. Owners are from Boston n Philly which made us feel better.

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  8. Lillian

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Toppers is always a fun place to be. The food is good and kareoke is an added treat. Carol is always a joy! ❤️ her ……

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  9. DawgsfromAthens

    Georgia

    150 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    150 reviews

    Dined on 22 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fine time at Topper’s last night. We’re hosting our nephew and his lady friend this week in St. Maarten. Janice suggested Topper’s as she was craving lobster and we know this restaurant does a good job with this Caribbean delicacy. We started with a favorite of mine—seared calamari. Not battered & fried like an onion ring, but lightly seared to flavorful tenderness. A new dish for our guests who really enjoyed the taste of the calamari without all the breading. Lobster was the choice for most while I had a taste for the fresh seared tuna. All were well prepared and presented. A real seafood feast! Topper’s is always a treat to savor.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 July 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The "cabaret" entertainment was a joke, it was so incredibly loud, I was concerned about ear drum damage, we didn't last 5 minutes, which was unfortunate, we were really wanting to try out the restaurant. On, a positive note, the Rum is fantastic!

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FAQs

Topper's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (721) 544-3500.

Topper's is rated 4.6 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2+ people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Topper's

60 Welfare Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten 00000

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    We are located on the Lagoon side of Welfare Road
  • Area
    Cole Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:30–14:00 Bar Daily 08:30–02:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Happy Hour Daily 15:00–18:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus stop in front
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kimar Senhouse / Brisnel Valentin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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