After having trained in Quebec City, Chef Mario Tardif came to St. Martin and opened Mario's Bistro in 1995. The restaurant is still a favorite among travelers, and has informal yet elegant decor and fabulous European fusion cuisine. Mains range from traditional veal scaloppini with lemon butter caper sauce, to honey glazed half duck with mashed potatoes and bouillabaisse with green curry and lemongrass. Located in Marigot (near where the ships dock that call on the French side), the peaceful setting allows patrons to watch the boats float by, however the restaurant can get busy - a testament to the quality of the menu.