Restaurant Saint James
Our verdict
Restaurant Saint James is worth booking for a polished waterfront meal in Vaitape when you want Bora Bora scenery without committing to a resort-only dining room. Expect Modern French cooking with Polynesian influence, an à la carte format, cocktails and wine, and a lively open-air setting that works for dates, celebrations, and small groups.
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- Address
- Bora-Bora, French Polynesia
- Phone
- +689 40 67 64 62
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 6:30 am–10 pmThu–Sat 6:30 am–11 pmSun Closed
- Website
- saintjamesborabora.com
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on the venue's website
Modern French cooking, Polynesian influence, and a view that earns its place
The kitchen is Modern French with Polynesian influences, suited to diners who want a French-leaning meal still connected to Bora Bora rather than a generic international dinner. The balance matters: the appeal is not just a French menu, but a French frame paired with island context, grounding the experience in the destination.
The setting is part of the value. Restaurant Saint James is an open-air waterfront restaurant-bar set over the lagoon in Bora Bora, with views of boats and the bay. Service is polished French bistro-style, while the atmosphere stays relaxed and island-oriented. Expect liveliness, especially around sunset, not a hushed formal dining room. That distinction matters: this is a place for the view, waterfront movement, and the social rhythm of an open-air restaurant-bar, not quiet ceremony.
Price point is about $60 per person. The appeal is the combination of lagoon atmosphere, French-Polynesian cuisine, and a setting that works for drinks and dinner. Think of the price less as paying for formality and more for the complete package: waterfront placement, polished service, and a meal more tailored to Bora Bora than a standard dining-room stop.
Who should book, and who should skip it
Book if the priority is a waterfront meal with more polish than a casual beach meal, plus a lively Bora Bora setting suited to sunset plans. It is a strong match for travelers who want dinner to feel scenic and specific without the structure or seriousness of fine dining.
The appeal is the combination of lagoon setting, relaxed but polished service, and Modern French cooking with Polynesian influences. Travelers comparing broader dining in Bora Bora can also look at other local options generically, depending on whether they want a more casual meal, a different setting, or a different price point. The decision comes down to mood as much as category: choose it for atmosphere, water views, and an easygoing but finished restaurant-bar experience.
For the rest of the trip to compare Restaurant Saint James with other dining options in Bora Bora.
Frequently asked questions
Is Restaurant Saint James good for a special occasion?
Yes, if you want a waterfront dinner with a polished but relaxed feel in Bora Bora. The open-air lagoon setting, views of boats and the bay, and lively sunset atmosphere make it a strong fit for an occasion that does not need to feel formal.
What are alternatives to Restaurant Saint James in Bora Bora?
Look at other Bora Bora dining options if you want a quieter setting, a different atmosphere, or a different price point than the approximately $60 per person listed here. Restaurant Saint James is best matched to travelers who want Modern French cuisine with Polynesian influences in an open-air waterfront setting.
What should I order at Restaurant Saint James?
If a particular dish or special is important to you, check the current menu directly before booking.
Is there a tasting menu at Restaurant Saint James?
No confirmed fixed-menu format is listed here. Choose Restaurant Saint James for a relaxed waterfront restaurant-bar experience, Modern French cooking with Polynesian influences, and an approximately $60 per person price point.
What should a first-timer know about Restaurant Saint James?
Expect an open-air, waterfront restaurant-bar over the lagoon in Bora Bora, with lively energy rather than a hushed dining room. Hours are Monday through Wednesday from 6:30 am to 10 pm, Thursday through Saturday from 6:30 am to 11 pm, and Sunday closed.
Is Restaurant Saint James worth the price?
Yes, if you value waterfront atmosphere, polished French bistro-style service, and Modern French cuisine with Polynesian influences at around $60 per person. If price matters more than view or atmosphere, compare it with simpler Bora Bora dining options.
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Details
- Romantic
- Lively
- Modern
- Scenic
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Date Night
- Business Dinner
- Group Dining
- Solo
- Celebration
- Casual Hangout
- After Work
- Late Night
- Waterfront
- Terrace
- Wine Cellar
- Standalone
- Panoramic View
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- Waterfront
- Street Scene
- A La Carte
- Small Plates
- Cocktails
- Wine
- Beer
- Spirits
- Pescatarian Friendly
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 6:30 am–10 pm
- Tuesday
- 6:30 am–10 pm
- Wednesday
- 6:30 am–10 pm
- Thursday
- 6:30 am–11 pm
- Friday
- 6:30 am–11 pm
- Saturday
- 6:30 am–11 pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Waterfront, open-air restaurant-bar set over the lagoon in Vaitape, with views of boats and the bay, combining relaxed island atmosphere with polished French bistro-style service; popular for sunset drinks and dinners, so expect a lively but not chaotic vibe with scenic lighting over the water.