Must-see restaurants in French Polynesia

  • La Squadra

    Pape'ete

    A solid Italian restaurant; it has an extensive menu, with some less-traditional offerings and the usual assortment of hearty pasta dishes.

  • Super U To’a Amok

    Bora Bora

    This is the best supermarket on the island. It sells almost everything self-caterers could want. It's at the northern end of Vaitape.

  • Tiare Hinano

    French Polynesia

    The vast dining room might not be terribly Polynesian, but it's a great place to sample Chinese staples as well as local favourites.

  • Rudy’s Fine Steaks & Seafood

    Mo'orea

    The name says it all at this new, hacienda-style eatery. Carnivores will be particularly happy as they dine in air-con bliss.

  • Champion-TOA

    Mo'orea

    Champion-Toa is the biggest supermarket on the island. It’s about 500m south of the quay in Vaiare.

  • Super Fare Nui – Super U

    Huahine

    If you’re preparing your own meals, head to this well-stocked supermarket opposite the waterfront.

  • Le Motu

    Mo'orea

    A great, Dairy Queen–style spot serving everything from salads and burgers to crêpes and pasta.

  • Market

    Huahine

    For fruits and vegetables, as well as fresh fish, nothing can beat the market on the waterfront.

  • Maina Nui

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    Good Chinese fare is served at this popular locale on the main road in the centre of Patio.

  • Magasin Matira

    Bora Bora

    This supermarket near Matira Beach sells sandwiches and various ready-made meals.

  • Snack Vehine

    The Marquesas

    This casual eatery is your spot for chow mein, grilled or raw fish and steaks.

  • Magasin Daniel

    Rangiroa

    The best of Avatoru’s supermarkets is near the post office in Avatoru.

  • Faka Faapu

    Fakarava

    For fruit and vegetables, stop at this roadside stall in Rotoava village.

  • Chin Lee

    Bora Bora

    This well-stocked supermarket is north of the centre of Vaitape.

  • Magasin Henriette

    The Tuamotus

    A relatively well-stocked supermarket, right in the village.

  • Kamake Shop

    Nuku Hiva

    Basic little market selling food items and supplies.

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