How to find Pardon My French in Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
Pardon My French
Puerta Del Sol, Welfare Road
Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
We are located inside the Puerta Del Sol complex on Welfare Road in Simpson Bay — one of the most popular dining areas on the island.
From the airport (SXM): Head west on Airport Road toward Simpson Bay. Turn right onto Welfare Road. Puerta Del Sol will be on your left — approximately a 5-minute drive.
From Maho Beach / JAX Steakhouse: About 15 minutes by car. Note that traffic between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM can be heavy, so allow extra time during those hours.
Free parking is available directly at the Puerta Del Sol complex. The parking lot is located right in front of the building, making it easy and convenient to park just steps from our entrance.
During peak hours (especially Friday and Saturday evenings), we recommend arriving a few minutes early to secure a spot. Additional street parking is available along Welfare Road if needed.
On-site parking lot — free, no validation needed
Street parking — additional spaces on Welfare Road
Wheelchair accessible — ground-floor entry with level access
Taxi drop-off — easy access for taxi and ride-share services
If you're new to Simpson Bay, these landmarks will help you find us:
Princess Juliana Airport
5 minutes by car
Maho Beach
15 minutes by car (allow extra in rush hour)
Simpson Bay Lagoon
2 minutes walk
JAX Steakhouse (Maho)
Our sister restaurant — 15 min drive
Porto Cupecoy
8 minutes by car
Mullet Bay Beach
5 minutes by car
Lunch: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Dinner: 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Lunch closed on Sundays
Simpson Bay is the Dutch side's most vibrant dining neighborhood — marinas catching the golden hour, restaurants spilling onto terraces, and the kind of easy Caribbean energy that makes you want to stay a little longer.
You might expect the best new French restaurant to be on the French side of the island. It isn't — it's right here, on Welfare Road, in the heart of Simpson Bay. Whether you're staying at a nearby resort, docking at the marina, or crossing over from Saint Martin for the evening, a meal at Pardon My French is worth the trip.
Just minutes from Maho Beach and the SXM airport — an easy detour for an authentic French meal before a flight, or the perfect way to start an evening on the Dutch side.
We look forward to welcoming you at Pardon My French. Reserve your table today and enjoy the best new French dining experience in Simpson Bay.