St Barth: Le Piment (April 2016)

My spouse and I enjoyed lunch at Le Piment on a weekday afternoon in late April 2016. The word “Piment” is French for “chili pepper”; however, that bears no influence on their food. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Le Piment is located on the main road in St Jean near the roundabout/traffic circle/rotary near three small shopping centers (including La Villa Creole and Vaval Centre), each of which offers complimentary off-street parking. The restaurant windows are open to the outdoors, and the restaurant has positioned many fans to keep the air circulating, so the temperature is pleasant. This restaurant is casual with a laid-back vibe. The staff at this restaurant were some of the most pleasant that we encountered on the island because they seemed to enjoy their jobs. The restaurant has a small bar with a TV for sports-watching. Individual tables share the same banquette on one side. The interior wall of the restaurant is stone, and a dark window allows a frosted peek into the kitchen.

We had eaten a large breakfast on the day that we dined at Le Piment, so we shared the charcuterie plate, which Le Piment served with grilled bread, another type of white (untoasted) bread, and some cornichons; we also ordered a few rounds of drinks. We had intended to also share a sandwich, but the charcuterie was so plentiful that we were too full to order another course. Prices were reasonable for St Barth, and thus, we saw some locals dining/drinking there. The menu was large and varied, with items to please every taste and budget.

Le Piment offers something to satisfy even the choosiest eaters in a casual, fun setting.


 



 

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