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Le Gourmet

Name: Le Gourmet
Address: Carretera El Macao - Arena Gorda, Bavaro Dominican Republic, AW

upscale

steakhouse

french

Reservation

Le Gourmet is a $$$ steakhouse & french upscale restaurant in Bávaro; reservations recommended.

About

Le Gourmet is tucked along the road between Macao and Arena Gorda in Bávaro, which means it's not one of the resort buffets on the main strip. The place bills itself as a steakhouse with a European angle, and the name isn't lying—expect tablecloths, formal service, and a wine list that goes deeper than most spots in the area. It's the kind of room where locals bring out-of-town guests when they want to avoid the all-inclusive circuit. The kitchen does beef imports and classic French preparations, so if you're craving a proper steak au poivre or duck confit instead of another coconut-crusted grouper, this is where that craving gets handled. Pricing sits above casual but below the beachfront fine-dining joints in Cap Cana. Reservations help, especially on weekends when Dominican families fill the tables.

At a glance

Area: Bávaro
Vibe: upscale
Price: ●●●○
Reservation required: ✓
Kid friendly: ✓
Cuisine: steakhouse
french
european
Dietary options: —

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