Restaurants in Solomon Islands
- Sort by:
- Popular
-
Raintree Café
This suave number run by a group of ladies boasts one of the most agreeable settings in Honiara. Picture a lovely waterfront location and soul-stirring views of Savo. The tropical décor is easy on the eye, with wooden furnishings, thatched roof and candlelit tables - alfresco dining doesn't come any better than this (it's BYO).
Choose between copious breakfasts, a parade of bountiful pizzas (served from 16:00), omelettes, daily specials chalked up on the blackboard, and melt-in-your-mouth homemade cakes. And don't get us started on the fruit salad with honey and yoghurt. Vegetarians should enjoy the crunchy 'garden salad' served in a traditional wooden bowl. It's such a…
reviewed
-
A
Club Havanah
Expats and the local glitterati saunter here for upper-crust fare with a strong French accent thanks to Georges, the French chef, who can be seen through the glass, working his magic in the kitchen. The pages of its menu are a gateway to wonder.
Whet your palate with cracking petits gris farcis au coeur d'ail (snails with garlic), wolf down a lip-smacking médaillons de boeuf aux trois sauces (beef medallions with three sauces) and finish off your meal with, say, nougat glacé au miel et amandes (frozen dessert with candied fruit, almonds, honey and whipped cream). After having two satisfying dinners here, all we can say is: vraiment très bon (really very good). Just one…
reviewed
-
B
Capitana Restaurant
Oral pleasures (of the Japanese variety) never tasted so good at this wonderful restaurant inside the Mendana Hotel. Ever heard of yakisakana (grilled kingfish in ponzu sauce) or yosenabe (hotpot of seafood, chicken and vegetables)? It's time to get an education. If you're feeling conservative, stick to the to-die-for sashimi or classic Western dishes. Another strong point is the wine list, with a wide selection of Australian tipples.
Two minuses: the faded tablecloth and the elevator soundtrack - nothing's perfect.
reviewed
-
C
Lime Lounge
This accomplished modern place that seems to have been imported direct from Oz thinks it is the snazziest spot in town. One thing is sure: it's the meeting point for expats who are yearning for a satisfying breakfast (muesli!) or a light meal. There's everything from palate-pleasing salads to well-made sandwiches and devilish banana cakes - and perhaps the illusion of being back home. The walls are adorned with paintings by local artists, which gives the place a splash of style.
reviewed
-
D
Point Cruz Yacht-Club
Never short of a happy crowd, this Honiara institution is best known for its cold Solbrew than for its affordable fare. It's a shame, because the dishes are simple and full of flavour. Burgers go down well with the brews served on the premises, but you can also treat your tastebuds to kingfish steak, sirloin steak or beef curry. And the seafront lies just beyond the glass. Brilliant value. There are plans to refurbish the place, so keep your ears to the ground.
reviewed
-
E
Hong Kong Palace
This unmissable blood-red pagoda on Hibiscus Ave brings an unexpected dash of orientalism in an otherwise dull area. Inside, it's much more sterile, with neons and tiles, but you'll be too busy choosing from the mile-long menu to bother. Seafood is king of the castle here, with a wide choice of crab, shrimp, lobster, fish and squid dishes. The soundtrack is an odd cacophony that fuses the sizzling woks in the kitchen and the blaring TV in the dining room.
reviewed
-
F
Nings Coffee Shop
Step into this attractive cafeteria-cum-fast-food outlet for an escape from the dusty streets. With its wrought-iron-like chairs and colourful walls, it's almost trendy by Honiaran standards. Tuck into marinated pork or beef, chilli tuna, fried chicken or sandwiches, or keep up your strength with a decent cappuccino. Small wonder it quickly fills at lunchtime (take-away available).
reviewed
-
G
Shogun - Casablanca
One venue, two restaurants; it's perfect if you're undecided. The Alps meet the Pacific at the Casablanca. There's a good range of pasta dishes and hit-and-miss pizzas. Steaks, fish and lobster plump up the menu. Too bland for you? The refined interior of the Shogun puts you in the right mood for well-prepared Japanese dishes. There's a breezy terrace for alfresco dining.
reviewed
-
H
Nings Bakery
You can gauge the level of carbohydrate addiction of an expat or local if they know about this bakery-cum-cafeteria. Those not in-the-know obviously haven't surrendered to the delights of the gooey pudding cake. Other temptations (though much more ordinary in taste) include chocolate cake and buns. Go. Just don't blame us if you can't fit into your wetsuit the next day.
reviewed
-
I
Le Rendez Vous Restaurant
This is not the most romantic spot for a rendezvous, but it has a reputation for fine food and an airy setting with funky wooden tables and chairs under a thatched roof. The menu covers enough territory to please most palates, with such classics as chilli garlic prawns, beef eye fillet, burgers and fish of the day. Good fruit platter too.
reviewed
Advertisement
-
J
Nuzu Nuzu Restaurant
This is the most atmospheric spot to dine. The breezy open-air dining room is suitably exotic, with wood-carved posts, wooden tables and wicker seating. Food-wise it's a bit more conservative, with well-executed fish and meat dishes as well as daily specials. The Friday evening barbecue is popular.
reviewed
-
K
Lamasa
Blink and you'll miss it. That's how discreet Lamasa is, with its unobtrusive façade and inoffensive décor. It's nothing more than a few tables but it's hygienically kept and the fish 'n' chips are brilliant value. No alcohol. Too bad it's closed on weekends.
reviewed
-
Rarasu Restaurant
The only independent restaurant in town is a good surprise. Choice is very limited, but the dishes are fresh and copious. The poached fish in coconut cream sauce does a good job of satisfying your hungry tummy. The vaguely barn-like surrounds ooze a ramshackle charm.
reviewed
-
L
PT 109
Named after John F Kennedy's WWII patrol boat that sank off Gizo, and situated in a great waterfront location, this place has relaxed vibes. A blackboard displays a few simple dishes, such as local fish or chicken. Sometimes it's open for dinner.
reviewed
-
M
Garden Seafood
Here you can fuel up with Chinese staples such as sweet-and-sour fish fillet or prawns with nuts. The décor is a bit bleak and the food isn't the best (think gluggy sauce), but it's filling, cheap and very central.
reviewed
-
N
Gizo Nest Restaurant
Come here for a bellyful of chicken or beef dishes with a Chinese bent, or tuck into acceptable sandwiches that won't blow your budget. With its frilly curtains and naive murals, the décor is laughably naff.
reviewed
-
O
Sea King
Ignore the chubby golden Buddha at the entrance; the stadium-sized dining room is less clichéd. This place has garnered high praise for its Chinese dishes that emphasise seafood.
reviewed
-
P
Hot Bread Kitchen
For the most flavoursome buns in town, take your sticky fingers to this unassuming outlet on the main drag. Come early; by noon they are sold out. Bread's also available.
reviewed
-
Daily Bread Kitchen
Parisian baguettes it won't deliver, but the bread is fresh.
reviewed