Must-see restaurants in Ra'iatea & Taha'a

  • La Plage

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    At Le Taha’a Private Island & Spa, ‘The Beach’ is open to nonguests if it’s not full (call ahead). Enjoy the incredible beach setting while savouring a…

  • Opoa Beach Hotel

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    At the Opoa Beach Hotel, this is Ra’iatea’s most glamorous dining spot. The chef earns raves for her high-flying creative dishes combining fresh produce …

  • Tahaa Maitai

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    Everyone recommends this restaurant right on Haamene Bay, not only for its fabulous views but also for its delicious cuisine. The menu features lots of…

  • Chez Annette & Norbert

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    You gotta love a shack decked out in thatch and Polynesian fabrics that sets up camp right behind a chichi resort. Guests at Le Taha'a looking for the…

  • Chez Louise

    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…

  • Vai Nui Restaurant

    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…

  • Brasserie Maraamu

    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…

  • Atiapiti Restaurant

    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…

  • La Pirogue

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    With 180-degree views of the main island and a wide deck, alfresco dining doesn’t get any better. Meals range from Italian specialities to poisson cru …

  • Snack Moemoea

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    This is the most popular place in town with a large menu that features a variety of poisson cru (raw fish) options, as well as Chinese and French dishes…

  • Restaurant L’Espadon

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    Next to Sea Horse, the location here has half the view but the French food is more chic. The house speciality is swordfish with ginger although there are…

  • La Voile d’Or

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    One reason to dine in this casual eatery right on the waterfront at the far end of Apooiti Marina is the romantic view of Taha’a and Bora Bora. Food-wise,…

  • Raiatea Lodge

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    For refined dining, opt for the Raiatea Lodge’s on-site restaurant. The semi-outdoor Zen-style setting is superb and is a great place for a drink as well…

  • Le Ficus

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    Dine with your toes in the sand while watching Tahitian dancers and a fire show followed by a band or DJ and dancing. The feast is cooked in a traditional…

  • Pizza Napoli

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    In a reed hut decorated with loads of flowers, this congenial pizzeria near the Europcar agency offers a long list of Italian dishes including pasta, wood…

  • Snack Bellevue

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    High up on the Faaha crossing road, this rustic but agreeable little eatery has a fantastic view over Faaha Bay. Grab a crêpe, sandwich or homemade cake…

  • Sea Horse

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    With a fabulous location looking out on the lagoon from the gare maritime, Sea Horse is more upscale Chinese with plenty of soups and seafood on offer. It…

  • Le Napoli

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    In a reed hut decorated with loads of flowers, this congenial pizzeria near the Avis agency offers a long list of Italian dishes including pasta, wood…

  • L’Hibiscus

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    This hotel restaurant has an ace location right on the water, but the menu is fairly limited and prices are quite steep. It’s a great place for a…

  • Snack Poutoru

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

    Head here for a simple meal at lunchtime – grilled chicken, beefsteak or raw fish. It’s on the coastal road, about 100m from the Poutoru wharf.

  • Maina Nui

    Ra'iatea & Taha'a

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

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