Ben Restaurant
French, Pizza, Burgers, Seafood, European
$$
Bayview Road, Island Harbour, Anguilla
Opens at 5:30 PM
Dinner • 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
+1 264-582-7667
Casual / smart casual
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About Ben Restaurant
Ben Restaurant is a beloved French restaurant in Island Harbour on Bayview Road, the road to Shoal Bay East in Anguilla. Opened in 2017 by Chef Ben, originally from France, the restaurant is officially described as Anguilla's best-kept secret and is widely regarded as one of the island's most special dining experiences. The menu spans classic French bistro fare including escargot (6 or 12 pieces), French onion soup, mussel and fries, crispy goat cheese roll salad, 6-hour braised lamb shank, duck leg confit, beef bourguignon, chicken cordon bleu, and conch stew creole style, plus a full pizza menu and 7oz Angus beef burgers. The wine list is curated by Grands Vins de France Ltd. and features Champagne, white, rose, and red wines from across France. Dinner only, Monday to Saturday 5:30pm to 9:00pm. Closed Sunday. Reservations by phone only at +1 264-582-7667. Visa and Mastercard accepted. A 15% service charge and 13% GST are added to all bills. Corkage fee USD 35 per bottle. Ben Mini Market on-site. Eat in, take out, and delivery available. Loyalty card program: buy 10 burgers or 10 pizzas get one free.
The Vibe
island_harbour, village, inland, casual, cozy, elegant, romantic, lively, local, authentic, date_night, special_occasion, dinner, seafood, pizza, burgers, wine, reservations
Known For
Escargots 6 or 12 pieces, Lamb Shank 6 Hours Braised, Duck Leg Confit, Beef Bourguignon, Crispy Goat Cheese Roll Salad, Mussel and Fries, Conch Stew Creole Style, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Meat Lovers Pizza, Ocean Pizza, Three Cheese Pizza, Ben Bacon Cheeseburger, Champagne Bernard Robert Reserve Brut, Champagne Roederer Brut Collection, Sancerre Terroir de Silex 2022, Pouilly-Fuisse 1er Cru La Marechaude 2023, Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2021 Chateau La Nerthe, Prosecco Montelvini DOC, Red and Rose wines from across France, Alcohol Free Prosecco Cuvee Zero, French, European
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Quick Facts
Cuisine
French, Pizza, Burgers, Seafood, European
Dining Style
island_harbour, village, inland, casual, cozy, elegant, romantic, lively, local, authentic, date_night, special_occasion, dinner, seafood, pizza, burgers, wine, reservations
Price Level
$$
Parking
Located in Island Harbour on Bayview Road, the road to Shoal Bay East. Directions available at maps.app.goo.gl/NN8BBZsSSSbirhTw6. Confirm parking directly before visiting.
Beach Access
No
Takeout
Not listed
Accessibility
Not listed
Outdoor Seating
Not listed
Pet Friendly
Not listed
Local notes
Dining Tips
A few quick details to help your visit feel smooth.
Reservations
Reservations strongly recommended. By phone only, Monday to Saturday 10am to 9pm. Call +1 264-582-7667. No online reservations.
Best Timing
Popular evenings and weekends can fill quickly. Reservations strongly recommended. The restaurant is small and intimate with limited covers.
Dress Code
Casual / smart casual
Service Note
A 15% service charge and 13% GST are confirmed on the 2023 menu PDF. Confirm current service charge and tax rates directly before visiting.
Popular Dishes
Escargots 6 or 12 pieces
French restaurant and pizzeria in Island Harbour. Classic escargot, lamb shank, duck confit, beef bourguignon, oven-fired pizzas, Angus beef burgers, and French wines curated by Grands Vins de France. Dinner only, Monday to Saturday.
Lamb Shank 6 Hours Braised
French restaurant and pizzeria in Island Harbour. Classic escargot, lamb shank, duck confit, beef bourguignon, oven-fired pizzas, Angus beef burgers, and French wines curated by Grands Vins de France. Dinner only, Monday to Saturday.
Duck Leg Confit
French restaurant and pizzeria in Island Harbour. Classic escargot, lamb shank, duck confit, beef bourguignon, oven-fired pizzas, Angus beef burgers, and French wines curated by Grands Vins de France. Dinner only, Monday to Saturday.
Explore the Menu
French Onion Soup
Classic French onion soup.
Mixed Green Salad
Fresh mixed green salad.
Caesar Salad
Classic Caesar salad.
Escargots (6 pieces)
Classic French escargots. Described by customers as the best escargot they have ever had. Creamy and delicious sauces.
Escargots (12 pieces)
Classic French escargots, 12 pieces. Described by customers as the best escargot they have ever had.
Mussel and Fries
Mussels served with fries. A classic French moules-frites.
Crispy Goat Cheese Roll Salad
Crispy goat cheese roll salad. A French bistro classic.
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