Le Royal Tahitien (affectionately dubbed ‘RT’) is delightfully chilled-out – the vast, open-air dining room overlooks the lagoon and the decor is wonderfully c 1975 tiki-tacky. The food is simple and done without fanfare or flair, but the view is serene, and the staff and customers are convivial and relaxed. It’s about 3km east of Pape’ete in Pira’e.
Le Royal Tahitien
Pape'ete
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