2008-07-06 10:19:14 - A traditional French restaurant on Bequia serving fine selections of fresh seafood to Boeuf Bourguignon to Linguini and vegetarian dishes accompanied with an exquisite selection of wines.

Traditional French cuisine is the essence of Maria's French Terrace, an upscale waterfront restaurant with a suberb view of beautiful Admiralty Bay, Port Elizabeth. Owned and operated by Cecile Renoux an experienced and exemplary French chef, Claudine Caren renouned restaurant and holel owner from the south of France and John Day a Canadian business man with many years expierence in

the VIP hospitality industry. This team has taken dining in Bequia to a new level.

The architecture and decor creating a rich and comforting atmosphire - tables, chairs and bar made from North American Oak, soft lighting, evening table candles, ambient / rhythmic music and classic table settings - provides a unique enviroment. Dinner choices range from fine selections of fresh seafood to Boeuf Bourguignon to Linguini and vegetarian dishes. Lunch, which can be as light as a salad or sandwich choosing from a variety of sliced delicatesent meats which can also be taken out to the water front and enjoyed under the trees. A hearty breakfast - bacon and eggs, or yogart and fruit accompanied with an excellent assortment of freshly baked goodies, fresh coffee or tea and juice is a great way to start your Bequia day.

Choose from the dailey menu board, or from their extensive menu ( a la carte ) which features a variety of excuisite traditional French cuisine. The fixed price menu ranges from US$15 to US$80 or explore the extensive a la carte selection to create the perfect meal. Lobster dishes are a speciality - select your own from their LIVE LOBSTER POOL.

Open for breakfast 7:00am - 10:00am, lunch 11:00 - 3:00pm and dinner 7:00pm - ?, with Sunset Happy Hour from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. Enjoy a wide variety of cocktails, beers, French and American wines prepared and served by the dedicated staff. Maria's French Terrace offers traditional French cuisine and presented to you in a relaxed, casual, welcoming setting, just steps from the water's edge.

Maria's French Terrace is located across from the Dingy Dock on Front Street, Port Elizabeth. Take-away orders call 784-458-3422. Visit our web site at www.marias-french-terrace.com or e-mail us at info@marias-french-terrace.com Reservations recommended for large groups and to reserve the whole restaurant for your special occasion.