What should I order at Maria's Rock Cafeteria?
Maria's Rock Cafeteria
Mixed Fish and Prawn Platter
Frequently praised for its freshness and delicious taste, this dish allows diners to cook fresh fish and prawns themselves on a hot stone, making it an engaging and satisfying experience.
Hot Stone BBQ (Meat and Seafood)
Highly recommended for the unique concept of grilling your own meat, fish, and seafood on a heated stone at the table. Reviewers appreciated the freshness, taste, and the interactive dining experience.
Chicken & Beef Combo
Noted for being a great value and tasty choice, this combo was enjoyed by customers who found it suitable for sharing and well-priced.
Fish Fillets Only
Recommended for its quality and portion size, this dish is cooked on the hot stone with butter and sauce, offering a very good taste and enough quantity for two people if not too hungry.
Grilled Banana and Ice Cream (Dessert)
Mentioned as a positive dessert option, this was noted to be good despite some desserts being considered slightly overpriced.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 9 PM |
About Maria's Rock Cafeteria
Maria's Rock Cafeteria is a restaurant in Mahe, Seychelles, known for hot stone cooking and self-grilled dishes served at the table. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh fish, prawns, grilled meats, and the friendly, helpful service. The setting is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a bar onsite. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and the price range is SCR 400 to 600.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Maria's Rock Cafeteria known for?
It is best known for hot stone and table grilling, where you cook fish, prawns, chicken, or beef yourself at the table. Reviewers repeatedly mention the fresh seafood, especially fish and prawns, and say the concept is a fun, one-of-a-kind experience on the island.
What dishes are most recommended at Maria's Rock Cafeteria?
The most recommended items are the mixed fish and prawn platter, fish fillets, grilled prawns, and chicken and beef combos. Reviewers also call out the hot stone BBQ style itself, with several saying the fish and prawns were especially fresh and tasty.
What is the atmosphere like at Maria's Rock Cafeteria?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with a pleasant outdoor terrace and a green or vintage feel. It works well for couples, friends, groups, and solo diners because the meal is interactive and you spend time cooking and eating at your own pace.
Is Maria's Rock Cafeteria good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is SCR 400 to 600, and reviewers often say the pricing is fair for Seychelles, especially compared with nearby hotels. Some note that desserts can feel a bit pricey, but the main grilled fish, prawns, and meat platters are generally seen as good value.
What should I know before visiting Maria's Rock Cafeteria?
Expect to cook your meal on a heated stone or grill at the table, and plan for enough time to enjoy the experience, since one review mentions about an hour for prawns and chicken. Reviewers also note that the staff explain the process clearly, the restaurant accepts reservations, and parking is usually plentiful.
Is parking available at Maria's Rock Cafeteria?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Maria's Rock Cafeteria kid-friendly?
Yes, Maria's Rock Cafeteria is good for kids.
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