Must-see restaurants in Pape'ete

  • Le Lotus

    Pape'ete

    Inside the Intercontinental Resort Tahiti, this uber-romantic restaurant on the edge of the lagoon is perfect for a special night out; a good excuse to…

  • Place To’ata Snacks

    Pape'ete

    This cluster of open-air snacks (snack bars) with outdoor seating – Vaimiti, Chez Jimmy, Mado, Moeata, Toa Sushi – near Place To’ata are a great place to…

  • Mango Café

    Pape'ete

    As far as decor goes, this Miami-style white and bright restaurant is as stylish as Pape’ete gets. The Tahitian nouveau-style menu here changes regularly…

  • Les 3 Brasseurs

    Pape'ete

    You can’t miss the inviting and open facade of this lively brasserie in front of the Gare Maritime. It might feel weird to sit down for flammekueche (an…

  • O Belvédère

    Pape'ete

    One of Tahiti's most romantic dining destinations, with fantastic views over the city from 600m atop a hillside. It was being renovated and re-imagined as…

  • Le J'Am

    Pape'ete

    This hip little spot serves sandwiches on gluten-free bread, and treats including fruit salads and vegan chocolate mousse. Also keep an eye out for daily…

  • Patachoux

    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…

  • La Corbeille d’Eau

    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…

  • Le Royal Tahitien

    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…

  • Morrison’s Café

    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…

  • Le Rétro

    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…

  • New Port

    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…

  • Barrumundi

    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…

  • L’Api’zzeria

    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…

  • L’Oasis

    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…

  • Lou Pescadou

    Pape'ete

    A Pape’ete institution, this cheery restaurant has hearty pasta and wood-fired pizza dishes. It’s authentic Italian, right down to the red-and-white check…

  • Restaurant Jimmy

    Pape'ete

    Choose from Thai, Vietnamese or Chinese at this dimly lit local favourite. Thai mains are far from authentic but the rest of the menu is quite good. Try…

  • Polyself

    Pape'ete

    You can get breakfasts here such as as-you-like-them eggs as well as quick lunches of cheap sandwiches or pretty good Chinese and French-Tahitian food. It…

  • Marché de Pape’ete

    Pape'ete

    Grab one of the daily specials (usually couscous or a Tahitian-style stew) at the cafeteria-style counter and sit at a table in the heat of the market to…

  • La Saladière

    Pape'ete

    A gay-friendly and generally friendly stop for Tahitian (from 8am), American or Continental breakfasts (from 6am) or a meal-sized salad lunch – there’s…

  • L’O à la Bouche

    Pape'ete

    This handsome French restaurant is a perennial favourite with locals and tourists in the know. French-style dishes take inspiration from the tropics and…

  • Café de la Gare

    Pape'ete

    This place has the feel of a true Parisian bistro – chic and packed. Ultra-tiny, it serves a menu of grilled meats and salads. Later the tables are…

  • Le Mandarin

    Pape'ete

    This well-established restaurant serves an exquisite selection of authentic Chinese dishes – those in the know claim that the Peking roasted duck is among…

  • La Terrasse Api

    Pape'ete

    You’ll find all the usual Polynesian favourites and a sprinkling of French dishes served in hearty portions in this busy restaurant right in the centre…

  • 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.

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