Port Moresby
One of Moresby’s best restaurants is an elegant, well-dressed, yet somewhat old-fashioned affair inside the Crowne Plaza. The dishes are cutting-edge,…
Must-see restaurants in Papua New Guinea & Solomon Islands
Port Moresby
Raising Moresby's cafe culture to international levels by its very existence, Duffy's wouldn't look out of place in any Western capital. The decor? Three…
Honiara
You really need to know this place is here, but luckily now you do. Just off Mendana Ave, this easy-to-miss cafeteria is a surprise, with its enticing…
New Britain
The Gazelle International's restaurant may not win any design awards but the food is top notch. There are tropical seafood dishes: start with Peruvian…
Papua New Guinea
Jeff's is where it's at, particularly on weekends, when well-heeled locals haunt the bar decked out with indigenous artefacts. Have your meal cooked in…
Port Moresby
Ambitiously promising you offerings from several Asian cuisines, Fusion does Chinese dishes best, though their pandan chicken and sambal fish are well…
Port Moresby
Skip the so-so Thai food at this refined, minimalist Korean restaurant that overplays its hand, and go straight for the superlative Korean dishes…
The Sepik
The Vanilla Room is hands down the best restaurant in town, serving such culinary delights as seared yellow-fin tuna or chicken in green coconut curry…
The Highlands
The Bird’s Deck Bistro overlooking the pool is the place to rendezvous and central to the social life of Goroka’s well heeled. There’s a nightly themed…
The Highlands
If you’re wondering where the expat community hangs out, you’ll find them sipping coffee and nibbling cheesecake (K12) in this uber trendy cafe. Turn…
Papua New Guinea
Beautifully decorated with a war canoe in the rafters and Sepik carvings, Napatana Bar is the place to rub shoulders with expats and nationals alike. The…
The Highlands
The Palmuri is Hagen’s most upmarket restaurant. It offers delectable delicacies such as Mt Wilhelm trout, pasta, steaks, triple-stacked pancakes, a…
Port Moresby
At the Shady Rest hotel, this refined spot serves authentic Indian dishes. Popular picks include tandoori chicken and vegetable samosas, and the…
Papua New Guinea
Get here early to secure a table on the small harbourside veranda at lunch – for our money, the most atmospheric dining in town. The menu is dominated by…
Western Province
What a sensational setting! The dining room is on a pier that hovers over the turquoise waters of Vonavona Lagoon – it can't get more mellow than this…
Honiara
A very relaxing spot. Picture a lovely waterfront location, ample views of Savo, and good thin-crust pizzas, wraps and salads. It also offers lovely…
New Britain
We love this place – it feels so anachronistic. It's the most 'happening' spot in town, not far from Liamo Reef Resort. A mix of locals and expats gather…
Papua New Guinea
Admittedly, this restaurant doesn’t make much of an impression; it’s right on the foreshore but designed to have no views and be stiflingly hot. People…
New Britain
Inside the Kokopo Beach Bungalow Resort, Haus Win serves up some of the city’s best dishes. The Asian-influenced menu showcases regional delicacies such…
Port Moresby
This long-running spot with a village-y vibe serves up Moresby’s best Japanese fare, with fresh sushi, sashimi, katsu-don, onigiri and other Japanese…
Honiara
This cheerful place is perfect for a comforting breakfast (fab banana pancakes!), lunch or a snack attack any time of the day. The menu is straightforward…
Port Moresby
Tucked away off the main street, this low-key Chinese restaurant does an excellent value lunchtime menu (K21 to K25) of chicken and rice and other simple…
Port Moresby
Tucked away inside Steamships Plaza and with embroidered dragons and elephants representing its twin cuisines, this low-key restaurant cooks up good, if…
New Ireland Province
Nonguests are welcome at Nusa Island Retreat (call ahead to arrange transfers). Indeed, it would be a shame to miss out on its dinner buffet (K77; by…
Lae
The airy, informal ‘Yachty’ is in a prime position on the harbour and is good for both drinking and eating. Its Tuesday- and Friday-night barbecues are…
Honiara
Funky little Lime Lounge is highly popular with expats. There’s everything from satisfying breakfasts to palate-pleasing salads, well-made sandwiches,…
Western Province
In a sublime location overlooking the turquoise lagoon, Sanbis Resort’s overwater restaurant is an atmospheric place to sample a well-executed pizza, a…
Honiara
If you have a sashimi or yakitori craving that must be met, head to Hakubai inside the Mendana Hotel for authentic Japanese food. On top of the classics,…
Lae
One of the most popular restaurants in Lae, the Bunga Raya draws a faithful crowd who come for the large selection of Chinese and Malay stir-fried…
New Britain
This higher-end supermarket is well stocked, with a selection of Australian imports. There’s a kai (takeaway) bar near the entrance, as well as a bakery…
New Britain
The Queen Emma Lodge serves up sizzling rump, eye fillet, T-Bone steaks and less beefy options, like sweet-and-sour pork, crumbed fish of the day, seafood…
Honiara
Inside Honiara Hotel, Club Havanah offers something different. Georges, the adept French chef, cooks up ambitious dishes with a strong French accent –…
Port Moresby
With picnic-style wooden benches and tables, this unusual cafe serves equally unusual sandwiches (tuna mornay with pesto, smoky sausage…) alongside good…
New Britain
Kokopo Village Resort’s restaurant has an uninspiring interior, but if you dine out on the veranda you can enjoy superb views over the bay. Highlights…
Honiara
The dining room is nothing fancy (think plastic chairs) but Taj Mahal serves authentic, richly flavoured Indian and Sri Lankan specialities at puny prices…
Honiara
Located inside the Sol Plaza building, this offbeat cafeteria is a handy spot for an affordable, uncomplicated, walk-in bite. Choose from rotis, doughnuts…
Honiara
This slick venture that seems to have been imported direct from Oz is the meeting point for expats who are yearning for a satisfying breakfast. Desserts…
The Highlands
Opposite the Bird, and a popular lunch spot for hotel guests, the Mandarin serves tasty, veggie-packed dishes that would do the home country proud. Meals…
Port Moresby
Slightly cheaper and more casual than neighbouring Rapala, this Crowne Plaza gem serves grilled barramundi, Thai chicken curry and other multifarious fare…
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…
