The first Buddha-Bar to open in Mauritius is an ideal all-day venue where you can enjoy snacks, lunch and dinner or just lounge on the terrace and watch the beautiful people or the glorious sunset while sipping a cocktail. At sunset, DJs begin to play and dancing under the stars becomes the focus until the small hours of the following morning. Mauritius has extraordinarily little nightlife, so, if you enjoy partying after dinner, this is the place.

 

Indoor restaurant and bar area is sheltered by thatched roof with a wood and stone décor, rattan chairs, sofas, ceiling fans and a golden glow from low hanging lights. Outdoors there are decked terraces plus tables and low sofas set into the sand. After sunset, palm trees are lit up with small lights to add to the party ambiance.

Mixologists, trained by Buddha-Bar professionals, are on hand to create cocktails to appeal to the five senses. Expect aromatic and spicy flavours or sweet and sour tastes in picture perfect drinks. Try the Make a Wish Mauritius with Mauritius rum, hibiscus and lemongrass, lime juice, passion fruit and ginger ale or a Summer Garden with gin, hibiscus and ylang ylang. Mixologists are also adept at mixing old school cocktails too such as Negronis and Mojitos. Alongside cocktails you will find a comprehensive list of all spirits, Sake, beers, non-alcoholic drinks and soft drinks.

 

The menu is a mix of Asian and Mediterranean flavours. All dishes are designed for sharing and are served in large bowls instead of individual plates. Choose from ceviche, sushi, dishes cooked on the grill and seafood. Dishes we have tasted and enjoyed include wasabi shrimp tempura, deep-fried lobster dumplings and tuna tartare. If you enjoy ceviche try the Thai salmon and for sushi our favourites are nigiri sushi and terishake roll. The wagyu beef cooked on robata grill is outstanding as is the miso black cod. However, from what we saw, all dishes look tasty – just remember dishes are large and intended for sharing.

As is usual at a luxury, beach bar – champagne makes up a large part of the wine list and Buddha- Bar Beach is no exception.

 

We love the outdoor tables on the decked area, under the palm trees and with great ocean and sunset views. Once dinner is finished and the music starts, this is also the place to be for partying. In the daytime, the beach is our preferred spot.

 

Location. Wolmar, Flic en Flac. Sugar Beach Hotel