French Polynesia
Run by French Hervé and his Tahitian wife Ina, Mara'ai – Le Spot is the only independent restaurant on Tubuai. With a sand floor and a palm-frond roof,…
Must-see restaurants in French Polynesia
Bora Bora
The hardest thing about eating at this local favourite is deciding between the excellent meat or fish dishes, crunchy salads and delicious pasta. Skip the…
French Polynesia
It’s hardly haute cuisine at this modest joint, but the fine choice of sandwiches (from 400 CFP) alongside the mainstream Tahitian dishes provide easy…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Right beside the lagoon, this very local-style (perhaps a little too local for some people) open-air terrace offers mesmerising views of Bora Bora to the…
Rangiroa
Talk about location! The dining deck of this buzzing snack (snack bar) at the eastern tip of Avatoru is on the lagoon, literally. It features all the…
Pape'ete
Takeaway sandwiches here are the deluxe version – fresh wholemeal or French bread stuffed with gourmet meats, fish and/or salads. Otherwise sit at the…
Around Tahiti Nui
Over the water in an out-of-the-way location outside of Papara, diners here can enjoy locally inspired specialties like korori (pearl oyster) carpaccio…
Pape'ete
There are no prices on the menu, but for the exceptional dining experience you get at this intimate French place you’ll be happy to pay whatever it costs…
Rangiroa
Big appetite? Make a beeline for this casual eatery run by Charly, a former French legionnaire. Although there’s nothing out of the ordinary on the menu…
Kia Ora Resort & Spa – Te Rairoa
Rangiroa
Rangiroa's standout resort restaurant is in the Kia Ora Resort. Nab a seat on the lovely overwater dining deck and look forward to interesting…
Mo'orea
One of Mo’orea’s most prestigious venues, Le K offers the intoxicating mix of fine dining, romantic atmosphere and the feel of sand between your toes…
Hiva Oa
Blink and you’ll miss this discreet venture conveniently positioned across from Espace Culturel Paul Gauguin (no sign). No culinary extravaganza here,…
Mo'orea
This popular roulotte is worth visiting for its cheap snacks and generous mains, including burgers, salads, grilled chicken, raw fish in coconut milk,…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
This lovely little restaurant with views over the water (there's not much of a beach) is worth the drive. Choose from a more upscale, tasty menu of…
Pape'ete
Le Royal Tahitien (affectionately dubbed ‘RT’) is delightfully chilled-out – the vast, open-air dining room overlooks the lagoon and the decor is…
Huahine
Right in downtown Fare, this surf-style eatery has a live lobster tank (a meal of them is 3500 CFP) and a stunning mural on the wall of the namesake fish…
Mo'orea
If you're decadent, you'll bypass the mains and go straight for the crêpes, waffles or ice creams at this friendly cafeteria on the coastal road. If you…
Around Tahiti Nui
Dining at this stylish eatery is a treat. At night it’s a romantic spot to enjoy a gastronomic extravaganza of finely prepared and unique dishes: from…
Pape'ete
Long-running yet still remarkably trendy, this casually elegant eatery on a rooftop with a view over the city is a delightful escape from the main drag…
Huahine
With a view over the Maitai Lapita Village hotel's pool and out to sea, this is Huahine's swankiest dining option and the food – from roast swordfish to…
Tahiti
There are only a handful of small tables at this gardenside and very intimate open-air restaurant so you'll definitely want to reserve in advance to nab…
Pape'ete
After an extensive renovation, this Pape’ete icon now features trendy furnishings and a hip outdoor terrace overlooking the busy boulevard. The wide…
Pape'ete
This place has the best sashimi in town. If you like or want to try raw fish in its many forms, order the assiette Newport (1800 CFP), which has a small…
Pape'ete
You get two restaurants in one at this place: a trendy nouveau-style sushi restaurant downstairs and a swanky French place upstairs. The excellent and…
Huahine
In a lovely setting right on the beach, this classy yet barefoot-appropriate restaurant specialises in raw fish dishes created with fusion flair, from…
Huahine
The quayside roulottes (food vans) are Huahine’s best bargain for cheap eats. Huge portions of fish, chicken, burgers, steaks and chips are the order of…
Mo'orea
The G-spot for local gourmands. A neoclassical French menu puts the emphasis on fish and meat dishes with the addition of locally grown (or caught)…
Mo'orea
Bargain! A great variety of well-stuffed sandwiches (think steak or fish and barbecue sauce stuffed in a baguette) are served at this blue roulotte …
Pape'ete
This semi- outdoor venture is often packed, the service is efficient and it’s one of the few spots in town where you can get served an off-hour meal at…
Hotel Hanakéé Hiva Oa Pearl Lodge
Hiva Oa
Probably the number-one spot for fine dining in Hiva Oa, and certainly the most suitable place for a romantic soirée. The sweeping views from the terrace…
The Tuamotus
The restaurant at the Tikehau Village is one of the prettiest spots around, overlooking the water with cool breezes and a social vibe – nonguests are…
Mo'orea
The terrace of this place sits over the water, and at night the water is lit up so you can watch rays and fish swim below. The owner’s original paintings…
Pape'ete
In a busy, central location good for people-watching, across from the cathedral, this place is always busy, but you won’t have to wait long for a table on…
Around Tahiti Nui
If pasta offerings or pizzas make your stomach quiver with excitement, opt for this perky eatery with an outdoor dining area overlooking the marina. Come…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
This popular joint serves huge plates of reasonably priced but not otherwise tantalising food including a handful of tofu-based vegetarian options as well…
Tahiti
A wonderful little bright blue-painted cheapy with a serene view of the water. Get baguette sandwiches from 300 CFP or order simple but well-prepared…
Mo'orea
You wouldn't guess it from the outside (it's next to a bank, upstairs), but this zinging joint is a great place to enjoy a satisfying breakfast or a light…
Pehekua – Chez Marie- Antoinette
Hiva Oa
Most visitors on a day trip from Atuona usually have lunch here (by reservation only). The dining room looks tired but the real hit is the tasty Marquesan…
Maupiti
Just north of Vaiea, this humble budget bite dishes up hearty portions of French Polynesian and Chinese staples at blessedly low prices. House specials…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
This is a great place at which to eat, then chill out on the beach, dive off the pontoon or check out Marae Taputapuatea next door. The food is good and…
