Must-see restaurants in Australia & Pacific

  • Suriyothai

    Koror

    Suriyothai feeds hungry visitors with fresh ‘n’ tasty Thai staples. Slurp away on warming broth noodles, chomp on juicy pad thai or keep it light with a…

  • Wigmore’s Superstore

    Rarotonga

    The south coast’s only proper grocery store is more expensive than Avarua’s supermarkets. It’s the only large supermarket that trades on Sunday though,…

  • Maya Dhaba

    Suva

    Maya Dhaba is one of Suva’s most urbane restaurants, serving up Indian dishes in bright, modern surroundings. The meals are excellent: wrap your naan…

  • Colour Dragon

    Vanua Levu

    Cheap, tasty and so clean it shines (it is owned by an ex-surgeon), the Colour Dragon is a long-time Labasa favourite. The long menu includes all the…

  • Spice

    Port Vila

    Spice serves authentic and reasonably priced Indian food in cosy surrounds. It's mostly north Indian fare with chicken tikka masala, rogan josh and…

  • Bad Dog Cafe

    Suva

    Straddling the divide between cafe, bar and restaurant, Bad Dog offers up an Western-style mix of steaks, burgers, salads and seafood. Pizza night is on…

  • Barbecue Stands

    Suva

    The teams of cooks here serve Suva’s best-value meals into the wee hours. Styrofoam boxes are crammed with enough carbs and cholesterol (dalo, sausage,…

  • Chill

    Port Vila

    Chill enjoys a good waterfront location, next to the market and looking through large windows out to Iririki. It’s a family friendly place specialising in…

  • Bora Bora Burger

    Bora Bora

    Located right on the main street, this simple but sweet cafeteria-cum-fast-food outlet is a handy spot for a cheap, uncomplicated, walk-in bite. Tuck into…

  • Moi Here

    Bora Bora

    It’s the location that’s the pull here, rather than the food. Greasy burgers and sandwiches, omelettes, beef steak and raw fish in coconut milk won’t…

  • Pizza Daniel

    Mo'orea

    Locals swear this little shack, which has been around for more than 20 years, serves the best pizza on Mo’orea. Pull up a stool, order the thin-crust tuna…

  • Caraméline

    Mo'orea

    Get all-day American, French or Tahitian breakfasts (from 600 CFP), burgers, pizzas, salads, ice-cream treats and daily specials at this affordable and…

  • Snack Kohu

    Île des Pins

    This is a pleasant place for lunch, just out of Vao on the road north towards the airport. There are tables under thatched shelters and everyone is very…

  • Hidden Spirit Café & Grill

    Rarotonga

    Set in the verdant surroundings of the Maire Nui Gardens, this cafe offers delicious cakes and desserts – try the lemon meringue pie (NZ$16) – and healthy…

  • L’Ananas Bleu – The Blue Pineapple

    Mo'orea

    On the water in the Club Bali Hai, this hotel restaurant serves snacks and light lunches, but it’s the setting that’s the pull here, more than the food –…

  • Bad Love Club

    Melbourne

    Is this happening place a bakery or a bar? Whatever. Rock up early or late to taste a freshly baked American-style sweet pie – banoffi perhaps, or the…

  • CC's Restaurant and Bar

    Savai'i

    Overlooking a lovely lagoon with views to Upolu, this casual place serves super-fresh seafood, traditional Samoan dishes, curries and hearty grilled meats…

  • Bo Hai Seafood Restaurant

    Nadi

    Giving the curry houses a run for their money, Bo Hai has an extensive menu with a heavy emphasis on seafood. Adventurous souls should try the bêche-de…

  • Western Grill

    Tahiti

    Tired of raw fish? Tie your pony up at this saloon, complete with a Native American statue by the door and Western kitsch a go-go, for a good ol’ American…

  • Paradise Pizza

    American Samoa

    If you're craving big slices of American-style pizza, this is the place to indulge. They've got all the favourites here, as well as those with interesting…

  • Moorea Beach Café

    Mo'orea

    This hip lagoon-front resto-bar is as adept at serving up light bites as it is heartier meals. The menu is eclectic and inventive, and the breezy, sunset…

  • Bem Ermii

    Koror

    Beside the baseball field, this no-nonsense burger joint – think a shack and a few wooden benches under the shade of trees – is a great place to quell…

  • Rave Bistro

    Suva

    In an adjoining renovated cottage next to the Old Mill, this bar-bistro gets busy with the after-work crowd in its indoor/outdoor settings. Good laksas…

  • Le Ficus

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    Dine with your toes in the sand while watching Tahitian dancers and a fire show followed by a band or DJ and dancing. The feast is cooked in a traditional…

  • Lunarossa Restaurant

    Tongatapu

    You’ll need a car or taxi to get to the 'Red Moon', but it makes for a reasonably classy experience. The vibe is intimate with authentic Italian cuisine,…

  • Roulottes

    Bora Bora

    If money matters, these cheap and cheerful food vans that take up position on the main square near the quay are the ideal pit stop. Fork out about 1200…

  • Dynasty

    Port Moresby

    Popular with the local Chinese community, this well-regarded restaurant may serve the odd unorthodox dish (Marmite chicken, y'all?) but claypot noodles…

  • Coco’s Restaurant

    Around Tahiti Nui

    Dine in a gorgeous, open plantation–style house bordered by a tropical garden that’s framed by coconut trees and looks out to Mo’orea. The fine food is…

  • Snack Tuhiva

    Nuku Hiva

    This low-key venue inside the market is a good spot to catch local vibes. Devour a comforting breakfast or munch on well-prepared fish dishes at lunchtime…

  • Tori Tori Restaurant

    Koror

    Brimming with good cheer, this bright eatery serves up an excellent assortment of Japanese classics – noodles and sashimi are mainstays but the highlights…

  • Lulu Bar and Restaurant

    Denarau Island

    This fun place offers all the standards – think pastas, curries, steaks, sushi, burgers and belly-busting breakfasts. It's also a top Denarau watering…

  • Cottage Breeze Restaurant

    Tongatapu

    Earning a glowing reputation, this place on Vuna Rd west of the palace offers cheery service and consistently good food: everything from pork ribs to…

  • Quai des Îles

    Around Tahiti Nui

    Creole, French and Polynesian dishes populate the menu of this well-regarded restaurant, just next door to Pink Coconut. On Friday nights it has live…

  • Le Pandanus

    Noumea

    With takeout bakery products such as sandwiches, cakes and tarts out front and a full sit-down restaurant out the back, Le Pandanus is a haven for weary…

  • Brewery Bar & Restaurant

    Port Vila

    The street-front deck at the Brewery usually attracts a crowd. Try a pint of the local Nambawan draught and peek into the open kitchen to see what's…

  • Little Paradise Restaurant

    Espiritu Santo

    The original shack restaurant in Port Olry (also called Harbour Beach Restaurant). You might find local lobster and coconut crab on the menu or ask about…

  • Peppermill

    Federated States of Micronesia

    This is Pohnpei's newest restaurant, and it's a bit more upmarket than most. The macadamia-nut chicken with papaya and pineapple is indicative of its…

  • Sei Restaurant

    Federated States of Micronesia

    With its wood-panelled floors and ceiling, this barnlike space is certainly arresting. It's a popular meeting place and social space, not least for its…

  • Waterfront Café

    Tongatapu

    Downstairs at the Waterfront Lodge, soak up the breezy South Seas vibes and chase a few sundowners with some Italian-style pasta, steak, lobster, lamb or…

  • Rapopo Plantation Resort

    New Britain

    One of Kokopo’s best dining options is a beautifully designed, open-sided affair serving an array of expertly prepared dishes using fresh ingredients,…

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