Le Vieux comptoir
About
On Réunion, Le Vieux comptoir sits at 65 Rue Alexis de Villeneuve in Saint-Denis 97400, Reunión, and is known for its lunch and dinner service in the island's capital. The restaurant serves meals during two daily windows, from 11:00 to 13:30 and again from 19:30 to 21:30, Monday through Saturday. Its kitchen sits within a city that anchors the island's northern coast.
First-time visitors should expect a restaurant that follows the French rhythm of a midday break and an evening sitting, with the doors closed between the two. The kitchen is known for the kind of cooking that has built a steady local following, and it draws diners who come for a proper sit-down meal rather than a quick stop. A 4.7 out of 5 rating, gathered from 134 reviews, places it among the better-regarded tables in Saint-Denis. The restaurant's booking page at bookings.zenchef.com handles reservations for those planning ahead.
Service runs Monday to Saturday across both sittings, with Sunday closed. Saint-Denis, Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, Saint-Pierre and Cilaos all sit within the island's road network, so a meal here can be worked into a wider tour.
Réunion's kitchens mix Creole, French, Indian and Chinese traditions, and curries served over rice are a staple of the local table. French is the official language, while Réunion Creole is spoken widely in daily life, so a few words of either help. Travellers should note the cyclone season runs from November to April, which shapes when many visitors plan their trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Vieux comptoir known for?
Le Vieux comptoir takes bookings through its Zenchef page at https://bookings.zenchef.com/results?rid=386189&pid=1001. The restaurant serves Réunionnais cooking in Saint-Denis, where curries over rice reflect the island's Creole, French, Indian and Chinese blend.
What kind of business is Le Vieux comptoir?
Le Vieux comptoir is a restaurant in Saint-Denis on Réunion, open Monday to Saturday from 11:00 to 13:30 and again from 19:30 to 21:30. Its kitchen draws on the Creole, French, Indian and Chinese influences that shape cooking across the island, with curries served over rice.
Where is Le Vieux comptoir located on Réunion?
Le Vieux comptoir sits at 65 Rue Alexis de Villeneuve, Saint-Denis 97400, Reunión. That puts it in the island's main town on Réunion, where French is the official language and Réunion Creole is spoken widely in daily life.
How do visitors rate Le Vieux comptoir?
Le Vieux comptoir holds a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 134 reviews. Those scores come from diners at the restaurant on Réunion, an island whose population descends from African, Indian, European and Chinese settlers.
Is Le Vieux comptoir easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on Réunion?
Le Vieux comptoir stands in Saint-Denis, and travellers from places such as Saint-Gilles-les-Bains can reach the restaurant by road across Réunion. The island lies in the cyclone belt, so the season from November to April can affect travel plans.
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