Chez Jules
A Creole eatery at Anse Banane on La Digue's east coast that cooks with the day's catch; its coconut octopus curry is the most praised dish.
Located at Anse Banane on the east coast of La Digue, it's a classic lunch stop on a bike tour of the island. The menu changes with the day's catch, typically grouper, red snapper or parrotfish, served with rice, lentils and a tangy chili sauce. Octopus curry in coconut milk, tuna steak and homemade mango and coconut ice cream are the most mentioned, and local game such as fruit bat curry is also available. It has about 1,470 Tripadvisor reviews, rated 4.5. Mains cost about 280–320 Seychelles rupees, pricey for the island but generously portioned. Lunch is not reservable and runs first come, first served, so arrive before 12:30. It's about 20 minutes by bike from La Passe jetty.
Opening hours
Lunch approx. 12:00–14:30; other hours and low-season times vary, so check before you go
Nearby sights
- Nid d'Aigle (Eagle's Nest)
- Anse Cocos
- La Veuve Special Reserve
- Anse Patates
- Anse Sévère
- Grand Anse, La Digue
- L'Union Estate
- Anse Source d'Argent