Chez Loulouse

Basse-Terre Island


They've been serving food to salt-encrusted divers at this beach restaurant since 1969 and it's still the best place to eat amid the kiosks and dripping diving gear on Plage de Malendure. Local grilled fish, lobster in secret sauce and a long drinks card set the tone on the menu, and the sea's so close that you can take a dip while waiting.


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Nearby Basse-Terre Island attractions

1. Marché de la Darse

16.61 MILES

This popular market on the seafront in front of Place de la Victoire is Pointe-à-Pitre's main fruit-and-vegetable market. It's full of characters and you…