"Cap 21 Les Murenes is so good that we visited three times in a week with a group of friends. It was, without doubt, our beach restaurant of choice. The wine, white and rose was excellent and the food, bordering on spectacular. The restaurant has...changed in appearance since last year, due to the new regulations for buildings on the beach introduced for the area following last season and even though the bar area is smaller and there are slightly less tables, it has managed to retain its charm. We ordered some plates of 'Encornets Provencal ' (sliced sautéed squid cooked in garlic) for the table, which was probably excessive but worth every calorie and it was magnificent. The starters of Moules a la Mariniere or alternately with basil; Thai chicken salad; Spring Rolls; Caesar Salad; Tuna Sashimi were all highly praised. I had Tuna Salad one day and that was my least favourite dish even though the tuna was nicely cooked, the plethora of fairly plain salad leaves overshadowed it. Sadly, my hit starter from previous visits of 'Crab, Avocado and Mango wasn 't on the menu this year. Amongst the ten of us, we sampled most of the main courses during our visits. The Escalope de Veau was huge; the sole large and celebrated; the seafood linguine generous in both linguine and seafood whilst on each of the three visits I opted for the 'Gambas flambeed in Persillade (garlic and parsley). If you like huge gambas, this should not be missed. Unfortunately, the sole was only available on our first visit and having seen it, I would have opted for that once as an alternative. Whatever you do, order a plate of their chips/frites that are wonderful. I am not sure how they cut and cook them but on each of our visits, the chips at Cap 21 rated amongst the best I have ever had. Whereas Cap 21, like most restaurants in St. Tropez or at the beach isn 't cheap by any means, the restaurant translates as great value for money, amongst the best food for taste and consistency I have experienced (particularly for a beach bar) and exemplifies all the pleasures of visiting the area. Without doubt, Cap 21 is a must visit and one to put on your list at least once (and probably far more) if you are in the area. A gem!"
