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★★★★★ 4.7 · My go-to spot for fresh juices and healthy, delicious brunch!
Located at Simpson Bay Yacht Club, Top Carrot is a family-run restaurant that has been part of St. Maarten’s culinary scene since 1996, now proudly approaching 30 years of passion and dedication. Founded by Lydia and Peter and run today together with their son Dino.
Top Carrot was created at a time when healthy, conscious food was still rare on the island. What started as a vision quickly became a beloved local institution. The atmosphere is colorful, casual, and unmistakably Caribbean — a place where locals, yacht crews, and visitors naturally come together.
The kitchen focuses on fresh, nourishing cuisine prepared with care, Mediterranean-style service, and daily specials that often feature their own locally caught fish. With plenty of vegetarian options and a genuine commitment to quality ingredients, Top Carrot has earned its reputation as a feel-good spot where food, warmth & authenticity are always on the menu.
Top Carrot is especially loved for breakfast and lunch, offering a menu that combines freshness, balance, and flavor in a relaxed setting. Guests start their day with fresh juices, smoothies, matcha, lattes, iced coffee, and a full coffee bar before settling in for wholesome, satisfying dishes. Indoor air-conditioned seating and shaded outdoor tables make it comfortable year-round. The restaurant and boutique are seamlessly intertwined, creating a space that nourishes both body and mind.
Our recommendations at Top Carrot:
Simple, honest, and nourishing — this is food that makes you feel good long after your visit.
The Top Carrot Ethnic Boutique & Gift Store – Find something meaningful!
Interwoven with the restaurant is Top Carrot’s ethnic boutique—a peaceful and inspiring space dedicated to well-being and mindful living.
The shop features a carefully curated selection of crystals, incense, sage, books, artwork, antiques, jewelry, clothing, gifts, and spiritual items sourced from around the world. Peter and Lydia personally handpick every piece, building long-lasting relationships with suppliers through years of travel in search of unique handmade products.
Designed as a place to explore and unwind, the boutique reflects the same philosophy as the kitchen: balance, intention, and positive energy. Browsing the store becomes part of the experience, transforming a simple visit into a moment of calm, discovery, and connection.
It’s also the perfect place to find a meaningful and thoughtful gift
Why visit Top Carrot in Simpson Bay:
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Between $18 and $25 per person
60 Seating
Open Tuesday–Saturday · Tapas & Happy Hour 5–6:30 pm (2-for-1) · Dinner 5:30–10 pm. They book up weeks ahead, so reserve early and share any allergies or preferences.
Can’t get enough? Learn from the team — also featured under Things To Do › Tasting Activities. Each class has its own collage:
Hands-on with a Michelin-trained chef — techniques, plating and culinary secrets.
Craft signature cocktails with flair — a spirited, hands-on session in paradise.
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Mention you saw them on “We Are SXM”
Between $18 and $25 per person
60 Seating
