American Samoa
Mom’s rich, diner-style cooking won’t help keep your waistline under control, but to hell with it. Try your luck at getting through a plate of panikeke …
Must-see restaurants in Australia & Pacific
American Samoa
Hungry locals congregate here for huge portions of seafood, steak and Samoan classics, as well as for the popular bar and regular screening of live sports…
Around Tahiti Nui
The Restaurant du Musée Gauguin is actually not attached to the museum at all – it’s about 800m to the west, in a great setting on the lagoon. The menu is…
Apia
The chef here (from the Punjab region of India) orders ingredients from his homeland and you can taste it. The thali set meals (many vegetarian; prices…
Rangiroa
Simple meals are the order of the day at this no-frills eatery at the eastern end of Avatoru village. The food's not fantastically exciting – fish, steaks…
Honiara
Part of the Honiara Hotel, the Oasis enjoys a great location next to the pool. The food is nothing spectacular, but there's a good choice ranging from…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Savusavu & Around
In front of the Hidden Paradise Guesthouse, this cute place serves surprisingly excellent curries and Fijian specialities just above the roadside where…
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…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Lae
One of the more popular kai bars (cheap takeaway food bar) around town with a few tables and chairs. A greasy plate of kaukau (sweet potato), aibika …
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…
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…
Western Province
Villagers from neighbouring islands arrive each morning by boat to occupy their little stands under the shade of tall trees. Stock up on fruit and…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Koror
Brimming with good cheer, this bright eatery serves up an excellent assortment of Japanese classics – noodles and sashimi are mainstays but the highlights…
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…
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…
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…
