Antsiranana (Diego Suarez)

Antsiranana, also known as Diego Suarez, is a port city in northern Madagascar. It sits on Antsiranana Bay, a vast natural harbor made up of several smaller bays. Offshore, conical Nosy Lonja, or Sugar Loaf Island, is considered sacred by locals. Long, sandy Ramena Beach lies to the northeast. The city’s French colonial architecture is highlighted by the old covered market and the ruins of the Hôtel de la Marine.
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La Rosticceria is a charming family-run restaurant that offers an inviting atmosphere and a menu filled with delicious options at very reasonable prices. Guests can indulge in specialties like zebu with green pepper and perfectly grilled squid, all while enjoying top-notch service from the friendly staff. Many visitors have returned multiple times, praising the consistent quality of the food and noting that the kitchen team has truly mastered their craft.
We spent in Diego Suarez more than a week and we tried different restaurant in city center, but this place is definitely the best! Delicious food, great service and friendly and greeting owner. Don't look no further, just come here and enjoy :) Hotel is pleasant and has really good Wi-Fi. Everything in decent prices!
Magdalena G — Google review
Friendly staff, quick delivery of food, deliciously cooked Crevettes & Legumes Sautee. Plus a few beer and some Napoleon Brandy🥃... 5 stars from me... I'll be back for more soon... 😁✌️ @nomad4ever --- Just an edit, few days later: I've been there now 3 times. Every time I ordered a shot of Napoleon Brandy, the one pictured below. Every time the shot costs 10k Ariary, like also in Nosy Be or Majunga. Today, when arrived, I got greeted, hey Mr, another Napoleon with coffee? Sure! The surprise came, when the bill came. Suddenly they increased the price to 20k per shot over night. They only told me, when I asked for the bill. What is this? I would not order a cheap French brandy for that price. Upon some shouting back & forth & calling the boss, the price was reverted to the regular price for today, but hey... just watch out! This place, they're trying hard! Right or wrong, it's up to you! For me, I'll try elsewhere in the future... They adjusted their price, I adjusted my review... Good luck! 🍀🤷‍♂️ -- Last edit: if you fancy Napoleon brandy, just walk down the hill, the road further towards the ocean. There's 2 places, one left and one right just at the main road, they'll sell a shot gladly for 9k. Don't fall for Rosticceria's ripoff like me. Peace! 💙
Christian ( — Google review
Good Food. Langouste well cooked at the.moment at 45.000 ariary. Location standard
Giorgio P — Google review
Made me cum 5 times in ten minutes
Jacob A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Simple but family restaurant with a very affordable menu offering zebu with green pepper, grilled squid. The service was top notch. Count the dishes in the 20,000 ariary. Mixed rum offered at the end of the meal Small, simple but effective step. (Original) Restaurant simple mais familial avec une carte très abordable proposant du zébu au poivre vert, calamar grillée. Le service a été au top. Compter dans les 20 000 ariary le plats. Rhum arrangé offert à la fin du repas Petite étape simple mais efficace.
Romain L — Google review
(Translated by Google) I have visited 5 times since being in Diégo-Suarez, and each time it has been delicious. Unlike some old reviews, there now appears to be a team in the kitchen who knows what they're doing. (Original) J'ai visité 5 fois depuis que je me trouve à Diégo-Suarez, et chaque fois c'était délicieux. À la différence de quelque vieilles évaluations, il y a apparemment désormais une équipe à la cuisine qui sait ce qu'elle fait.
Orignal É — Google review
(Translated by Google) The hotel upstairs is in terrible condition. The rooms are dirty and poorly maintained. The moldy floors of the rooms give off a very strong smell. The person at the reception does not maintain the rooms and lets people from outside the hotel come and knock on the doors. The restaurant section on the ground floor, on the other hand, serves good food in a pleasant and friendly setting. (Original) L'hôtel à l'étage est dans un état lamentable. Les chambres sont sales et mal entretenues. Le plancher moisi des chambres dégage une odeur très forte. La personne à la réception n'entretient pas les chambres et laisse des personnes étrangères à l'hôtel venir frapper aux portes. La partie restaurant au rez-de-chaussée, par contre, sert de la bonne cuisine dans un cadre agréable et sympathique.
K — Google review
(Translated by Google) Extraordinary zebu fillet and very efficient and fast service (Original) Filet de zebú extraordinari i servei molt eficient i ràpid
Esteve F — Google review
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Le Tsara Be Vaovao restaurant is a delightful spot that specializes in European cuisine, making it a perfect choice for those craving authentic flavors. They offer a convenient delivery service, allowing you to enjoy their exquisite dishes from the comfort of your home. The menu can be easily accessed online, showcasing an array of delectable options.
Very nice place and high quality. Pricing accordingly but still within reasonable reach. I took frogs and they were delicious.
Michael M — Google review
Really disappointing experience. Exorbitant prices for a place with no charm at all – located right on the street, noisy, and without any real atmosphere. By far the worst value for money of our entire stay in Madagascar. The food was acceptable, but nothing special. Definitely not worth it.
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Alain L — Google review
(Translated by Google) I always enjoy eating at this restaurant. The prices remain quite high compared to other restaurants in the city, but it is worth the quality of the dishes. I drank a natural papaya juice which was very good. Duck dish accompanied by rice and vegetables. As for the dessert, profiteroles, I advise you to share it between 2 because it is plentiful (4 cabbages). Everything was good, a treat. I recommend. (Original) J’apprécie toujours manger dans ce restaurant. Les prix restent assez élevés par rapport aux autres restaurants de la ville, mais ça vaut la qualité des plats. J’ai bu un jus naturel à la papaye qui était très bon. Plat de canard accompagné de riz et légumes. Quant au dessert, profiteroles, je vous conseille de le partager à 2 car copieux (4 choux). Tout était bon, un régal. Je recommande.
Mira R — Google review
(Translated by Google) The French cuisine is very authentic, the ingredients are fresh, and the service is friendly. It is one of the top choices for restaurants in Diego City. Disadvantages: The price is high and there are always flies hovering on the bread. Hygiene issues are inevitable compromises. (Original) 法式餐點十分地道,用料新鮮,服務親切,是迭哥市餐廳首選之一。缺點:價格偏高,且麵包上總有蒼蠅盤旋。衛生問題是無法避免的妥協。
Jesse T — Google review
(Translated by Google) Restaurant on Colbert Street in Antsiranana, A tempting and diverse menu However, the prices are prohibitive, a far cry from those charged by higher-end establishments. This explains why the restaurant is almost empty on a Saturday. A shame, considering the extensive menu. If you're not a stickler for price, you should definitely try this culinary adventure. (Original) Restaurant de la rue Colbert à Antsiranana, Une carte alléchante et diversifiée Cependant des prix prohibitifs, très loin des prix pratiqués par des établissements de classe supérieure.. Cela explique qu’un samedi le restaurant soit quasiment vide. Dommage en regard d’une carte bien fournie. Si vous n’êtes pas regardant sur le prix il faut tenter l’aventure gastronomique.
Dominique A — Google review
(Translated by Google) A remarkable dinner tonight. Delicious pan-fried foie gras followed by a snow egg worthy of a great chef. Bravo! Bravo 1,000 times to this amazing team. A performance of such quality is particularly remarkable in a country like Madagascar. (Original) Remarquable diner ce soir. Délicieux foie gras poilé suivi d’un œuf à la neige digne d’un grand chef. Bravo ! 1000 fois bravo à cette équipe de choc. Une prestation d’une telle qualité est particulièrement remarquable dans un pays comme Madagascar
Sophie D — Google review
(Translated by Google) Fabulous restaurant! I ordered a 3-course duck (grilled foie gras, thigh and breast) and my friend ordered frog legs, a treat for both of us! The starter with crab cake had a real taste, then the dessert, I don't even mention it: delicious! The whipped cream is homemade, as are the ice creams! We stumbled upon it by chance in the street, it was a real winning bet! I recommend it! (Original) Restaurant fabuleux! j’ai commandé un canard 3 services (foie gras grillé, cuisse et magret) et ma copine des cuisses de grenouilles, un régal pour nous 2! l’entrée avec galette de crabe avait un vrai gout, puis le dessert, j’en parle même pas: délicieux! la chantilly est faite maison, de même que les glaces! on est tombé par hasard dans la rue, c’etait un vrai pari gagnant!je recommande!
Yael P — Google review
36 Rue Colbert, Antsiranana 201, Madagascar+261 32 04 940 97Tips and more reviews for Le Tsara Be Vaovao restaurant
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Nestled in the vibrant Rue Colbert, La Bodega is a delightful spot that captures the essence of Mediterranean and European cuisine. With a charming terrace perfect for al fresco dining, it caters to all palates with an extensive menu featuring meat, fish, shellfish, and vegetarian options. The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, making it an ideal place to unwind while enjoying tapas or catching a football match.
Everything is great
Peter — Google review
NO MORE !!! Avoid this restaurant, go into the kitchen and look around, see for yourself how dirty and dirty and unhygienic this kitchen is, I had bacteria and viruses in my stomach and intestines after ordering and had to go to the hospital.
Peter W — Google review
(Translated by Google) The building is authentic and from the colonial period. Local and French cuisine. The French boss is very welcoming and familiar. We feel very comfortable. (Original) Le bâtiment est authentique et d époque colonial. Cuisine locale et française. Le patron français est très accueillant et familier. On se sent très a l aise.
Lud T — Google review
(Translated by Google) PLEASE NOTE: THE PLACE IS PERFECTLY CLOSED. You can find Pierre, the friendly manager at: "Bistro", the restaurant of the Colbert hotel where he revitalizes the menu... (Original) ATTENTION : L'ENDROIT EST DÉFINITIVEMENT FERMÉ. Vous pouvez retrouver Pierre, le sympathique gérant au : "Bistro", le restaurant de l'hôtel Colbert dont il dynamise la carte...
Arnauld R — Google review
(Translated by Google) WICHTIG!!!!!! 🤚🤚🤚Discover the kitchen. They have never seen anything like this before, so dirty with cockroaches and bugs and hygienic and dirty, the whole restaurant is full of dirt. The service is antisocial and the food is dirty and doesn't taste good at all. ICH HATTE NACH DEM ESSEN BAKTERIEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🤮 Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and verschiedene Enterobacterien (einschließlich Klebsiella pneumonia, Escherichia coli, Serratia spp. and Proteus DIE KÜCHE STEHT VOR DRECK... BITTE ÜBERZEUGEN SIE SICH SELBST. (Original) WICHTIG !!!!!! 🤚🤚🤚Découvrez la cuisine. Ils n'ont jamais rien vu de tel auparavant, si sale avec des cafards et des insectes et hygiénique et sale, tout le restaurant est plein de saleté. Le service est antisocial et la nourriture est sale et n'a pas bon goût du tout. ICH HATTE NACH DEM ESSEN BAKTERIEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🤮 Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa und verschiedene Enterobacterien (einschließlich Klebsiella pneumonia, Escherichia coli, Serratia spp. und Proteus DIE KÜCHE STEHT VOR DRECK... BITTE ÜBERZEUGEN SIE SICH SELBST.
Mario H — Google review
(Translated by Google) Restaurant located at the bottom of rue Colbert, with sidewalk terrace. Welcoming staff, varied menu including special dishes for vegetarians. Specialty tapas and appropriate cocktails. Attendance mainly vaza Good value for money (Original) Restaurant situé au bas de la rue Colbert, avec terrasse sur trottoir. Personnel accueillant, carte variée incluant des plats spéciaux pour végétariens. Spécialité de tapas et cocktails appropriés. Fréquentation majoritairement vaza Bon rapport qualité prix
Dominique A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very varied menu, there's something for everyone, meat, fish, shellfish, and even for vegetarians. Very fair prices. Good welcome and sense of business. Continuous service throughout the afternoon. So since you can also find tapas, grimbergen, and even the possibility of watching a few football matches, I took up residence there a few times during my week of vacation. (Original) Carte très variée, y'en a pour tout le monde, viandes,poissons,crustacés, et même pour les végétariens. Prix très corrects. Bon accueil et sens du commerce. Service en continu sur l'après midi. Alors vu qu'en plus, on y trouve des tapas,de la grimbergen, et même possibilité de voir quelques matches de foot, j'y ai élu domicile quelques fois lors de ma semaine de vacances.
Nico B — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very good restaurant, very pleasant. The service is very friendly, however, sometimes the waitresses are too skimpy for my taste. (Original) très bon restaurant, bien agréable. Le service est très aimable, néanmoins, parfois, les serveuses ont une tenue trop légère à mon goût.
Fidesco ( — Google review
5 Rue Colbert, Antsiranana 201, MadagascarTips and more reviews for La Bodega
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La Cantine is a delightful little restaurant that perfectly blends rustic charm with a warm atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for family gatherings or friendly get-togethers. This eatery specializes in both Malagasy and European cuisine, offering hearty and flavorful dishes like the renowned Romazava. Guests rave about the quality of service, which is consistently praised for its friendliness and attentiveness. Not only can you enjoy your meal on-site, but La Cantine also provides takeout options for those on the go.
Best value for money in town. Also open for lunch. Tasty dishes, glass of house wine only 4k Ariary. Long list of desserts. Highly recommendable!
Christian ( — Google review
(Translated by Google) So far, in terms of cocktails and long drinks, it's the best place out of eight that I've tried. Really very well mixed. The staff is very friendly and seems to like their work, which is not a given in this country. (Original) Bisher cocktail- bzw. longdrinkmäßig der beste Ort von acht, die ich ausprobiert habe. Wirklich sehr gut gemixt. Dazu ist das Personal sehr freundlich und scheint seine Arbeit zu mögen, was hierzulande nicht selbstverständlich ist.
Orignal É — Google review
(Translated by Google) Discovery of this charming little restaurant which offers typical dishes, hearty, tasty, quality service and you can also take away, we are really delighted, quality service and you can also take away, we are really delighted, we (Original) Découverte de ce charmant petit restaurant qui propose des plats typiques copieux savoureux service de qualité et on peut prendre à emporter également on est vraiment ravi service de qualité et on peut prendre à emporter également on est vraiment ravi on
Magalie L — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very nice place to eat for lunch or dinner. Service a little long but really great food! 4/5! (Be careful of stray dogs and hungry children who wander around and come to bother you on the terrace) (Original) Endroit très sympa pour manger à midi ou le soir. Service un peu long mais cuisine vraiment extra ! 4/5 ! (Attention aux chiens errants et enfants affamés qui errements autour et viendront vous embêter en terrasse)
Killian B — Google review
(Translated by Google) We wanted to eat lobster and camarons, when we ordered we were told that there weren't any so we opted for the pulled duck breast and there weren't any either! No one warned us when giving us the card. We had fried camembert as a starter, in fact it was 4 small fried pieces which didn't really taste like camembert. Afterwards my partner had captain's fish with fried potatoes which was ok, I had Zebu hazelnuts, the meat was good. There was no wine except a cardboard carton of red wine. The waitresses are responsive, efficient and smiling. On the other hand, the toilet area leaves something to be desired... no running water, bottled water for washing hands and flushing the toilet, cleanliness of the toilet not great. (Original) Nous voulions manger de la langouste et des camarons, au moment de commandé on nous dit qu´il n´y en a pas donc on se rabat sur l´effiloché de magret de canard et y en a pas non plus! Personne ne nous a prévenu au moment de nous donner la carte. Nous avons prit en entrée du camembert frit, en fait il s´agit de 4 petits bout frit qui n´ont pas trop le goût de camembert. Après mon conjoint a prit du poisson capitaine avec des pommes de terres sautées qui était correct, moi des noisettes de Zébu, la viande était bonne. Il n´y avait aucun vin à part une brique en carton de vin rouge. Les serveuses sont réactives, efficaces et souriantes. Par contre le coin toilette laisse à désirer... pas d´eau courante, eau en bouteille pour se laver les mains et évacuer le toilette, propreté du wc pas terrible.
Gwladys M — Google review
(Translated by Google) During our stay in Diego we dined several times in this small restaurant. Very good value for money with a wide choice of dishes. The staff is smiling and efficient. Everything you can look for when coming here! (Original) Lors de notre séjour à Diego nous avons dîné à plusieurs reprises dans ce petit restaurant. Très bon rapport qualité/prix avec un large choix de plats. Le personnel est souriant et efficace. Tout ce que l’on peux rechercher en venant ici !
Louise B — Google review
(Translated by Google) An establishment that maintains the quality of its culinary offerings year after year. Don't hesitate to stop by to book, because the room is small, and the restaurant is very popular with Diégolais! (Original) Un établissement qui maintient la qualité de ses propositions culinaires année après année. Ne pas hésiter à passer pour réserver, car la salle est petite, et le restaurant très prisé des Diégolais !
Arnauld R — Google review
(Translated by Google) We stayed for a few days in Diego Suárez and the truth is that we returned to this place several times, very delicious food, abundant dishes and very friendly staff. We left delighted and would return without hesitation. 100% recommended!!! (Original) Estuvimos unos días por diego Suárez y la verdad que repetimos varias veces en este sitio, comida muy rica, abundantes platos y personal muy amable. Salimos encantadas y volveríamos sin dudarlo. 100% recomendado!!!
Estibaliz Á — Google review
61 Rue Colbert, Antsiranana 201, Madagascar+261 32 91 215 00Tips and more reviews for La Cantine
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Nestled along the picturesque Rue Richelieu, Le Melville stands out as a culinary gem in Antsiranana. This charming restaurant beautifully marries French and European cuisine, offering a delightful array of vegetarian options that cater to diverse palates. With its stunning oceanfront location, diners can enjoy their meals while soaking in breathtaking views of the sea. The covered eatery creates a cozy atmosphere where guests are treated to delicious seafood and other mouthwatering dishes at fair prices.
The best place to eat in all town (Diego Suarez).
The O — Google review
Date of visit: Mon 6 May 2024 Time : 1.30 pm Walked all the way here from our hotel. Great sea view from the restaurant. A few tables occupied. Came here for seafood but unfortunately they only had prawns ?! The prawns skewer is only soso.
Sunny M — Google review
Delicious sea food with nice view to the ocean!
Doaa E — Google review
Great view and a fabulous place to escape the hustle and dust of Diego. Good breakfast. But if you're going for a sundowner avoid the infused rums, rushed and not up to Madagascar standard
Lisl B — Google review
beautiful location right on the ocean, covered eatery with tasty food; very helpful staff -- showed them how to make ice coffee with ice cubes (North American style) not ice cream (European style). Ate every one of our meals here. Don't eat at the Grand Hotel -- should just be called BIG!
Ingolf V — Google review
nice view. good food (nothing exceptionnal but fresh and clean) and surprisingly not expensive (same standard prices as in the city restaurants)
Nathalie V — Google review
Best restaurant in town...FACT...great place...I love it..BEST view in town...you sit right by the sea..highly recommended.. you cannot get a better place..great great great...and they dont RIP you off..fair prices...wonderfull
Guido B — Google review
Perfect location, charming atmosphere and really good and cheap food. Won't be disappointed.
Pablo A — Google review
Rue Richelieu, Antsiranana 201, Madagascar+261 32 05 606 99Tips and more reviews for Le Melville
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