Bars &
Nightlife
From beachside rum bars at sunset to rooftop cocktail lounges in Grand Baie — Mauritius has a relaxed but genuinely enjoyable evening scene.
Nightlife guide by coast
Grand Baie — North
Lively, social, mixed crowd. Best Thursday–Saturday.The island's social hub. Grand Baie has the highest concentration of bars, beach clubs, and late-night spots. The waterfront strip comes alive after 9pm, especially Thursday to Saturday. Popular with a mix of expats, tourists, and local Mauritians. The Caudan Waterfront in Port Louis (30 min south) is a good alternative for more upscale cocktail bars.
West Coast — Flic en Flac & Tamarin
Laid-back, sunset-focused, younger crowd.Sunset-watching is a ritual on the west coast. Flic en Flac has a laid-back beach bar scene; Tamarin has grown significantly and now has several good cocktail bars and evening restaurants. The surf and kite community gravitates here. Less frenetic than Grand Baie but with excellent sundowner spots.
East Coast — Belle Mare & Trou d'Eau Douce
Resort bars, quiet evenings, upscale.The east coast is more resort-focused with less of a standalone bar scene. The best bars here are hotel bars — at Constance Belle Mare Plage, One&Only Le Saint Géran, and Four Seasons Anahita. These are genuinely excellent and open to non-guests (at resort prices). Quieter evenings, earlier bedtimes.
Le Morne & South — Sundowners
Resort hotel bars, rum distilleries, quiet.Le Morne has spectacular sunsets and the resort hotels (LUX*, St. Regis, Dinarobin) have excellent bar terraces. Further south, the bar scene is limited — the area trades atmosphere for authenticity. Rum-tasting at Chamarel Distillery is one of the best daytime experiences in the south.
What to drink in Mauritius
Phoenix Beer
The local lager — brewed in Mauritius since 1963. Light, crisp, and ubiquitous. MUR 80–120 in a bar.
Rum Arrangé
Rum infused with tropical fruits and spices. Every bar has their own recipe. Made with local rum from Chamarel, New Grove, or St Aubin. MUR 120–200 per glass.
Alouda
Non-alcoholic. Rose-flavoured milk with basil seeds. Street food staple — also served in bars as a mixer.
Ti-Punch
The French Caribbean import — white rum, fresh lime, and cane sugar. Very popular in the local Creole bar scene.
Cocktails
Grand Baie cocktail bars range from MUR 400–900 per drink. Hotel bars charge more (MUR 600–1,400). Imported spirits at standard prices; local rum-based cocktails are better value.
🌴North & Grand Baie(7)
CocoChill
Poolside cocktail bar and restaurant at Pointe aux Canonniers — a haven of peace for sundowners, shared platters, and events on the north coast near Grand Baie.
Flying Dodo Brewing Company
Mauritius's first craft brewery — try the range of ales, lagers, and seasonal beers brewed on-site at their Grand Baie taproom.
The Beach House Bar
Relaxed beachside venue in the north coast area combining a bar, light food, and genuine beach access. Popular with the afternoon crowd through to sunset.
The Cloud — Rooftop & Lounge Bar
Rooftop lounge bar with panoramic views — one of Mauritius's most stylish elevated drinking spots with cocktails and a chilled atmosphere.
Bodrum Blue - LUX* Grand Gaube
A lovely peninsula restaurant at LUX* Grand Gaube serving wonderful authentic Turkish cuisine.
La Maison d'Été
The restaurant at La Maison D'Été boutique hotel in Poste Lafayette, on the quiet northeast coast. Fresh seafood and Creole-French dishes served on a garden terrace overlooking the lagoon.
La Rougaille Créole
A beloved Grand Baie Creole restaurant with delicious food and live music, highly regarded by locals and visitors.
🌅West Coast(26)
Banana Beach Club
The liveliest beach club on the west coast — live DJ sets, cocktails in the sand, and a full beach bar and restaurant at Flic en Flac.
Big Willy's Beach Bar
Relaxed beach shack bar at Trou aux Biches — ice-cold Phoenix beer, grilled fish, and the best people-watching on the north coast beach strip.
Buddha-Bar Beach at Sugar Beach
The world-famous Buddha-Bar brand at Sugar Beach, Flic en Flac — premium beachside bar and sushi restaurant with spectacular cocktails and oceanfront dining.
Chamarel Distillery Rum Bar
The tasting bar at Rhumerie de Chamarel — the best place on the island to explore Mauritius rum. Try five or six expressions of award-winning agricole rum with panoramic views over the Black River Gorges.
Spirit of Roots
Tamarin's most characterful bar — a reggae and roots music bar with a laid-back Rastafarian vibe, cold beers, rum, and a loyal community of west coast regulars. Live music some nights.
Black Pirates Restaurant
A characterful Black River restaurant mixing amazing food, heartfelt live music, and genuine hospitality.
Buddha Bar Beach
A fabulous beachfront setting in Flic en Flac with awesome service and world-class food.
Eldorade Resto & Bar
A 4.6-rated La Gaulette restaurant with outstanding food and top-notch service.
Enso Restaurant & Lounge Bar
A La Gaulette restaurant known for its artfully presented dishes and consistently good food.
Kaz'Ameublement – La Table de Chamarel
Clifftop restaurant above the Chamarel waterfall serving Mauritian Creole cuisine with the island's most dramatic inland views.
Kill Bill Sushis
A popular sushi bar in Black River with delicious food, a lively atmosphere, and attentive staff.
La Bonne Chute Restaurant & Bar
A lovely Tamarin restaurant with delicious food and perfect service.
Le Lounge 9381
A European-style lounge restaurant in Tamarin popular for its fish and noodles.
Moon Bar'k
A unique floating bar and dining experience on the sea near Black River, with delicious food and accommodating staff.
Moustache Bistro
A cosy Tamarin tapas bar and bistro with delicious food and a friendly atmosphere.
Nam Wah Snack
A quick-service Flic en Flac snack bar with very good, cheap Chinese food.
Ocean Vibes
A La Gaulette restaurant and bar with great drinks, amazing food, and ocean views.
Palais de Barbizon
A 4.6-rated Chamarel restaurant with amazing food, friendly service, and a great local experience.
Rhumerie de Chamarel
The restaurant at Chamarel's celebrated rum distillery, with memorable food, service, and a spectacular setting.
Roots Spirits Restaurant Bar
A unique Black River dining experience with great food and fantastic service.
Sands Restaurant & Bar
Casual beach restaurant and bar at Flic en Flac. Good for a relaxed lunch or dinner with sunset views over the Indian Ocean. Mix of Creole, seafood, and international dishes.
SOUL Bar & Restaurant
A high-rated Tamarin restaurant with great vibes, lovely staff, and tasty dishes including vegetarian options.
Tamarin Restaurant & Bar
Surfer's kitchen and cocktail bar in Tamarin village with a waves-and-hills view and an eclectic menu from fresh sushi to woodsmoke ribs.
The 21 Restaurant Bar Music
A La Preneuse restaurant with good, affordable food.
Tiger's Milk Flic en Flac
A popular Flic en Flac restaurant and bar with great drinks and lively atmosphere.
Twin's Garden II
A Flic en Flac restaurant known for its buffet, live music, and excellent service.
🌊East Coast(3)
Beach Rouge - LUX* Belle Mare
A luxury beachfront restaurant at LUX* Belle Mare with delicious food and outstanding service.
La Spiaggia at Constance Belle Mare Plage
Barefoot-luxury beachside Italian restaurant at Belle Mare, serving handmade pasta and wood-fired dishes beside a pristine lagoon.
Seasons Restaurant & Bar
A well-regarded Quatre Cocos restaurant with excellent, reasonably priced food and beverages.
🏔️South Coast(5)
The Rum Shed
Grand Baie's most popular bar — 200+ rums from around the Indian Ocean, craft cocktails, and a lively terrace that fills up every evening from 5pm.
Banyan Tree Mauritius – Pantai
Barefoot-luxury beachside restaurant at Banyan Tree in the south, serving Thai and Pan-Asian dishes with a Creole twist.
C Beach Club
A stunning beachside restaurant in Bel Ombre with delicious food and wonderful staff.
Symon's Restaurant
Beloved family-run Creole restaurant in Mahébourg serving authentic island cooking in a colonial house by the waterfront.
The Boathouse at Pointe d'Esny
Chilled waterfront bar and kitchen at Pointe d'Esny, beloved by kite surfers and divers for its fresh fish burgers and cold Phoenix beer.
🏙️Central(2)
Amigos Resto & Grill Vacoas
A 4.0-rated Vacoas grill restaurant with always-delicious food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
The Oak Bar & Grill
Curepipe's most reliable steakhouse and cocktail bar, popular with the central plateau's professional crowd for post-work grills.