Restaurant Velli, Creole restaurant in Saint-André, Réunion.
Restaurant Velli is a Creole restaurant in Saint-André serving traditional island recipes with locally caught fish, free-range chicken, and regional ingredients like vanilla and kaffir lime leaves. The dining space includes a shaded terrace, garden seating, and an air-conditioned room accommodating around 50 people.
The restaurant opened several years ago near the Temple of the Colossus and committed itself to preserving local cooking traditions. Its menu draws on recipes that have been passed down through generations in the community.
The restaurant reflects Réunion's identity through regional dishes like spiced goat and octopus stew that tell the story of the island's diverse cooking traditions. These recipes carry forward the warmth and generosity that define local food culture.
The restaurant is open Monday through Friday and Sundays starting at 8:30 AM and provides parking for visitors. Both the air-conditioned indoor space and the terrace offer comfortable seating to enjoy your meal in relaxed surroundings.
The establishment hosts evening gatherings including cocktail parties, group dinners, and private celebrations like birthdays and communions. It serves as a flexible venue for social events of all kinds across the island.
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