St. Barths restaurant reopening dates: the 2026 calendar, table by table
Which St. Barths restaurants are open in September and October 2026? Closing and reopening dates for 38 restaurants, table by table, as of September 9, 2026.
By Sun Beach House
The essentials in four points
- As of September 9, 2026, Sun Beach House has recorded the closing and reopening dates of 38 restaurants and beach clubs in Saint-Barthélemy[1].
- Six addresses stay open throughout the low season: Burger Palace, L'Esprit, Le Papillon Ivre, Le Repaire, Mapo and Lucali (evenings only)[1].
- Most tables closed between August 8 and August 22, 2026 and reopen between October 15 and October 24, 2026[1].
- The last reopenings run into November: Ti St Barth on October 29, La Guérite Gustavia on November 4, Loulou and Zuma in November, subject to confirmation[1].
Every year, at the end of August, Saint-Barthélemy changes pace. The terraces of Gustavia empty out, the kitchens go dark one by one, and the island enters its quietest weeks. For anyone staying on the island in September or October, the same question comes up at every dinner: who is open tonight?
This calendar answers that question, establishment by establishment. It is based on the survey our team carried out with the island's restaurants, closed on September 9, 2026[1]. It complements our guide to Saint-Barth restaurants for the 2026-2027 season, which presents the tables themselves.
Why St. Barths restaurants close between August and October
The annual closure is the period, between August and October, during which most restaurants in Saint-Barthélemy shut their doors for the low season. It coincides with the heart of the hurricane season. For the Atlantic basin, that season officially runs from June 1 to November 30, a window that accounts for 97% of cyclonic activity[3]. The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin reminds residents that both islands are exposed to hurricane risk "every year, from June to November"[2].
Within that period, the peak falls between August and October, and September is the most active month[3][4][5]. It is also the trough of tourist traffic: the low season stretches from May to October, and many hotels and restaurants close between July and October[5]. September and October remain the quietest months of the year, with lower rates but more rain and a higher hurricane risk[6].
The result is a fairly regular calendar from one year to the next: closure in the second half of August, reopening in the second half of October, with a few addresses that are exceptions in one direction or the other.
The complete calendar, establishment by establishment
The table below lists the 38 establishments surveyed, in alphabetical order. The dates are those communicated by the restaurants as of September 9, 2026. "To be confirmed" flags a date that is still indicative; a dash indicates a closing date not communicated in the survey[1].
| Establishment | Closing 2026 | Reopening 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Arawak | 08/22/2026 | 10/15/2026 |
| Bagatelle | 08/15/2026 | 10/22/2026 |
| Bar des Prés | 08/15/2026 | 10/15/2026 |
| Black Ginger | 08/15/2026 | 10/22/2026 |
| Burger Palace | No closure | Open continuously |
| Caribbean Tasty | 09/01/2026 | 09/30/2026 |
| Casa Coloniale | 08/19/2026 | 10/22/2026 |
| Cre'Age | — | Early September 2026 |
| Eddy's Ghetto | 08/22/2026 | 10/17/2026 |
| Kinugawa | — | 10/22/2026 |
| L'Esprit | No closure | Open continuously |
| La Guérite Gustavia | — | 11/04/2026 |
| La Guérite Plage | 08/15/2026 | 10/24/2026 |
| La Petite Plage | 08/08/2026 | 10/22/2026 |
| La Pizzeta | 08/24/2026 | 09/13/2026 |
| Le Café | 08/15/2026 | 10/15/2026 |
| Le Cheval Blanc | 08/18/2026 | 10/22/2026 |
| Le Christopher | 08/15/2026 | 10/23/2026 |
| Le Grain de Sel | — | 09/09/2026 |
| Le Papillon Ivre | No closure | Open continuously |
| Le Piment | 08/17/2026 | Mid-October 2026 (to be confirmed) |
| Le Repaire | No closure | Open continuously |
| Le Select | 09/07/2026 | 09/29/2026 |
| Loulou | — | November 2026 (to be confirmed) |
| Lucali | No closure | Open continuously, evenings only |
| Mamo | 08/16/2026 | 10/15/2026 |
| Mapo | No closure | Open continuously |
| Nao | 08/14/2026 | 10/19/2026 |
| Nikki Beach | 08/16/2026 | 10/23/2026 |
| Nyama | 08/14/2026 | 10/01/2026 |
| Pablo | 08/16/2026 | 10/15/2026 |
| Rosewood Le Guanahani | 08/15/2026 | 10/22/2026 |
| Sayolita | 09/12/2026 | 10/03/2026 |
| Sella | 08/17/2026 | 10/19/2026 |
| Tamarin | 08/18/2026 | 10/15/2026 |
| Ti Corail | 08/29/2026 | 10/09/2026 |
| Ti St Barth | — | 10/29/2026 |
| Zuma | — | November 2026 (to be confirmed) |
Restaurants open in St. Barths in September 2026
Six establishments did not close and stay open throughout the low season[1]:
- Burger Palace
- L'Esprit
- Le Papillon Ivre
- Le Repaire
- Mapo
- Lucali, evenings only
Several addresses reopen during September 2026 and join this list week by week: Cre'Age from the start of the month, Le Grain de Sel on September 9, La Pizzeta on September 13, Le Select on September 29 and Caribbean Tasty on September 30[1]. Two addresses have a late and short closure: Le Select closes from September 7 to 29, Sayolita from September 12 to October 3[1].
The reopening calendar, date by date
When planning a stay, it is often more useful to read the calendar the other way round: on which date each table reopens[1].
September 2026
- Early September: Cre'Age
- September 9: Le Grain de Sel
- September 13: La Pizzeta
- September 29: Le Select
- September 30: Caribbean Tasty
October 2026
- October 1: Nyama
- October 3: Sayolita
- October 9: Ti Corail
- October 15: Arawak, Bar des Prés, Le Café, Mamo, Pablo, Tamarin
- Mid-October, to be confirmed: Le Piment
- October 17: Eddy's Ghetto
- October 19: Nao, Sella
- October 22: Bagatelle, Black Ginger, Casa Coloniale, Kinugawa, La Petite Plage, Le Cheval Blanc, Rosewood Le Guanahani
- October 23: Le Christopher, Nikki Beach
- October 24: La Guérite Plage
- October 29: Ti St Barth
November 2026
- November 4: La Guérite Gustavia
- November, to be confirmed: Loulou, Zuma
As of October 24, 2026, 33 of the 38 establishments surveyed have reopened or never closed. The other five, Le Piment, Ti St Barth, La Guérite Gustavia, Loulou and Zuma, follow between mid-October and November[1].
What this changes for a stay in September or October
A stay in St. Barths in the low season is prepared differently from a stay in December. Three points to keep in mind:
- Book anyway. With six to ten tables open in September, the active addresses concentrate the clientele present on the island. Booking the day before remains a sensible habit.
- Check before you leave. The dates in this calendar are those announced as of September 9, 2026. A reopening can slip by a few days, especially for the addresses marked "to be confirmed". Our concierge team keeps this information current and handles restaurant reservations before and during your stay.
- Think about the villa. In the low season, a private chef in your villa becomes a natural alternative to dinners in town. It is also a period when the calendar of villas for rent is less tight than in high season.
Frequently asked questions
Which restaurants are open in St. Barths in September 2026?
Six establishments stay open throughout the low season: Burger Palace, L'Esprit, Le Papillon Ivre, Le Repaire, Mapo and Lucali (evenings only). Cre'Age (early September), Le Grain de Sel (September 9), La Pizzeta (September 13), Le Select (September 29) and Caribbean Tasty (September 30) reopen during the month[1].
When do St. Barths restaurants reopen after the annual closure?
Most reopenings are concentrated between October 15 and October 24, 2026. October 15 marks the first big return, with six addresses, and October 22 the second, with seven addresses. The last reopenings take place between October 29 and November[1].
Why do St. Barths restaurants close in September?
September is the most active month of the Atlantic hurricane season, whose peak runs from August to October[3][4]. It is also the trough of tourist traffic, which leads many hotels and restaurants to close between July and October[5].
Are all restaurants open in St. Barths in November?
Almost. As of November 4, 2026, 35 of the 38 establishments surveyed have a reopening date behind them or never closed. Le Piment (mid-October), Loulou and Zuma (November) have not yet communicated a firm date[1].
Are these dates final?
No. They correspond to the establishments' announcements as of September 9, 2026 and may change, particularly in the event of a weather alert. The three addresses marked "to be confirmed" (Le Piment, Loulou, Zuma) have not communicated a firm date[1].
Our recommendation
If your stay falls between late August and mid-October, choose your villa with the kitchen in mind as much as the view: a private chef a few evenings, the six open tables the rest of the time, and the reopening calendar for the final days. Our concierge service keeps this calendar up to date and books for you. For a stay from late October onward, the island regains its full menu just before the 2026-2027 high season.
Sources
- Sun Beach House — Survey of closing and reopening dates of Saint-Barthélemy restaurants, 2026-2027 season — internal survey of establishments, closed on 09/09/2026 ↩
- Préfecture de Saint-Barthélemy et Saint-Martin — Risque Cyclonique — https://www.saint-barth-saint-martin.gouv.fr/Actions-de-l-Etat/Environnement-risques-naturels-et-technologiques/Risques-Naturels/Risque-Cyclonique — accessed 05/15/2026 ↩
- Météo-France Nouvelle-Calédonie — Quelle est la période annuelle propice aux cyclones pour chaque bassin ? — https://www.meteo.nc/en-savoir-plus/comprendre-la-meteo/phenomenes-particuliers/faq/38-climatologie-des-cyclones/191-quelle-est-la-periode-annuelle-propice-aux-cyclones-pour-chaque-bassin — accessed 09/09/2026 ↩
- Météo Tropicale — Les cyclones à Saint-Martin et Saint-Barthélemy — https://www.meteo-tropicale.fr/les-cyclones-a-saint-martin-et-saint-barthelemy/ — accessed 05/15/2026 ↩
- Tropicalement Vôtre — Quand partir à Saint-Barthélemy ? — https://www.tropicalement-votre.com/destinations/quand-partir-a-saint-barthelemy.php — accessed 09/09/2026 ↩
- U.S. News Travel — Best Times to Visit St. Barts — https://travel.usnews.com/St_Barts/When_To_Visit/ — accessed 09/09/2026 ↩