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Dining

"We live to eat, not eat to live!" - this is a popular saying you will hear said time and again by the Cook Islanders. If you enjoy your food, you will take great pleasure in the Cook Islands. Food is the essence of life, and with the seas of the South Pacific lapping at their door and fertile volcanic soils producing fine produce, dining at any level is sure to be enjoyed.

Tamarind House Restaurant & Bar

Tamarind House Restaurant & Bar

Tamarind House is situated just a few minutes outside the city centre, in a stunning restored colonial house, where you can enjoy coffee, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant is particularly elegant and internationally well-known for its high-quality local dishes. Make sure to visit Tamarind House at sunset and enjoy the …

Vaima

Vaima restaurant is another great alternative, set right on the beach on the south side of Rarotonga, in the village of Vaimaanga. This high quality restaurant offers you the possibility to eat a terrific meal on the beach, with a beautiful sea view in front of …

Punanga Nui Market

Punanga Nui Market

To sample more local cuisine, visit the food market held every Saturday in Avarua. A huge variety of stalls offer tempting delights and the fresh samosas with chutneys from the fruits of Rarotonga alone are worth the …

The Mooring Fish Cafe

The Mooring Fish Cafe

It might not be the right place for vegetarians, but this is undoubtedly the paradise for all the other visitors. The Mooring Fish Cafe, located on the magical Avana Harbour waterfront, will serve the most delicious seafood sandwiches and salads you will ever …

Kikau Hut

This restaurant is well known not only for the quality of the dishes served, but also for the friendliness of the staff and, in particular, of the owner, an English man always ready to have a good chat and to give precious advices to its guests. Moreover, on Monday nights you will consume your …

Koru Cafe

Koru Cafe can be considered as something in between a restaurant and a cafe, specialising in Western style breakfast and lunches that will be enjoyed in a lovely environment with an exceptionally hospitable staff and books always …

Charlies Cafe and Beach Hire

Charlies Cafe and Beach Hire

Are you looking for a place to grab something tasty and cheap? Then, pay a visit to Charlies Cafe and Beach Hire, whose big portions of fish&chips and burgers are just delightful. The casual ambience of the restaurant is still romantic because of the enchanting …

Tuoro Cafe

Just imagine: relaxing music live played, splendid setting just by the sea, and deliciously fresh seafood... That's what you will find at the elegant Tuoro Cafe, which is always quite busy, so don't forget to book your table in …

Vili's Burger Joint

Vili's Burger Joint

If, for a night, you feel like tasting something more western-styled, putting aside the local cuisine, give a try to Vili's, where the best burgers of the island are served. Plus, huge portions of both filling and chips, yummy sauces, and reasonable …

Waterline

Suggestive atmosphere and delectable food walk hand in hand at the Waterline. The location is just perfect, right by the sea, so make sure to enjoy your meal at sunset when everything turns red and orange, making the island even more enchanting. The food is heavenly as well, especially the seafood …

Cafe Salsa

This restaurant/cafe is popular among both locals and visitors because of the ideal location and the fresh bread baked every morning to accompany local delights. Don´t miss the rich breakfast with coconut or strawberry pancakes, eggs (fried, scrambled or poached), bacon, potato, cheese and strong …

The Anchorage

Tropical but elegant ambience in this spacious restaurant that serves breakfast between 7:30 am and 10:00 am, lunch from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, and dinner, available both "a la carte" and with a fixed, daily menu. Strongly recommended is a visit on Saturdays because of the live music that will make your night …

Muri Night Market

Muri Night Market

Small market in Rarotonga where you will be enchanted not only by the cheerful atmosphere, but also by the mouth-watering local food! This is a great alternative for a night when you don´t feel like going to a fancy restaurant, but you still want to enjoy a top quality meal at reasonable …

Trader Jacks

For great seafood, check out Trader Jacks by the water’s edge at Avarua Wharf, the harbour at Avarua. The restaurant is truly an institution in the country, just think that it has been described by politicians and journalists as the Cook Islands’ second parliament and true financial …