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A favourite is a barbeque at one of the resorts every Friday night where succulent local steaks, fresh fish, kebabs and a wide selection of fresh vegetables, salads and pastries are served. International cuisine features strongly with French, Polynesian, Indian, Chinese, Vietnamese, English and Japanese to choose from, as well as local specialties like coconut crab, wild pigeon and flying fox cooked island style in ground ovens. The men of Vanuatu drink kava at local kava bars. |
1: Au Peche Mignon
The restaurant specializes in French pastries, offering both Dine in or takeaway facility. Open Monday to Friday 6.00 am to 6.00 pm. Saturday & Sunday 6.00 is to 12.00 noon.
Location: downtown main street, opposite the Market.
Tel: 27271
2: Bamboo Royal Restaurant
Specializing in Chinese and Cantonese cuisine, the restaurant also offers extensive Takeaway menu. Open every day from 10.00 am to 13.30 pm and 5.30 pm - 10.00 pm.
Location: next to Cultural Center/ Museum.
Tel: 22806
3: Bistro Lafet
Experience leisurely dinning in the Lagoon terrace restaurant and choose from either a la carte or our nightly themed menu featuring a selection of Melanesian and international dishes. Also open for sumptuous park royal breakfast and appetizing lunch. Opens daily from 7.00 am to 10.00 pm. for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Location: Le Lagon Parkroyal, 10 mins drive from downtown.
Tel: 22313
4: Cafe Du Village
Overlooking Iririki Island, the view and the setting of the restaurant is sublime. French Mediterranean dishes are traditionally prepared using fresh, local produce. The restaurant is open for breakfast, light lunch on the grill, a la carte dinner, or simply call in and enjoy a coffee or a drink at the bar. Open every day from 8.00 am till late. Location: on the waterfront, overlooking Iririki island Resort.
Tel: 27789
5: Club Vanuatu
Styled on the popular Australian clubs, Club Vanuatu offers modern facilities and the lowest prices for meals and drinks. There are bars, bistros, poker machines, bingo, raffles and movies, play indoor bowls, table tennis & darts, or enjoy a game of snooker on one or two full sized tables. Overseas visitors welcome. Open 7 days a week from 11.00 am.
Location: downtown, behind the Drug Store.
Tel: 22615
6: Ebisu Restaurant
Ebisu is the only traditional Japanese restaurant in Vanuatu. Your host, Mr. Shinji Tsuji welcomes you to try his healthy and tasty Japanese dishes made with freshly caught fish, and the best of our famous beef & vegetables from this beautiful island. Reasonable prices, fully licensed, light entertainment music every evening. Open every day for lunch: 11.30 to 1.30 pm, dinner: 6.30 - 11.00 pm.
Location: opposite the Parliament Complex.
Tel: 23612
7: El Gecko Restaurant
El Gecko is two restaurants in one. A relaxed family courtyard restaurant and an intimate dining room for the gourmets who want that special treat. The menu changes daily, featuring fresh local ingredients in combinations derived from traditional recipes. Owner/chef Greg Pechan was trained in a Michelin Star restaurant in Europe and his food represents excellent value for money. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday.
Location: downtown, next to Olympic Takeaway.
Tel: 25597
8: Erakor Island Restaurant
Casual Island-style restaurant in an idyllic setting overlooking Erakor lagoon. Specializing in delicious seafood served in a romantic setting right on the beachfront. Very popular Sunday BBQ lunches. Fully licensed bar. Free ferry runs 24 hours daily & it's just a few minutes from town. Restaurant opens all day, every day.
Location: Erakor Is. Resort, 10 mins drive from downtown.
Tel: 26983
9: Fairways (White Sands Resort & Country Club)
The Fairways Brasserie offers tender Vanuatu beef, seafood, and the chef's daily choice of tempting specialties in tranquil surroundings overlooking the stunning 18 holes White Sand Golf course. Open 7 days for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and "in between snacks.
Location: 16 km from Port Vila
Tel: 22090
10: Gino's at the Melanesian Port Vila
Gino's has a relaxed, casual Mediterranean atmosphere, specializing in pizzas and pasta and a selection of à la carte international cuisine. Friendly service and open 24 hrs a day. Sunset lounge bar for pre and post dinner drinks. Selection of especially imported Italian wines. Dine in or take away.
Location: next to Kaiviti, within the Melanesian Port Vila premises
Tel: 22150
11: Harbourside Cafe & Restaurant
This is Vanuatu's first BYO restaurant. The two intimate dining rooms of the converted 1925 copra warehouse have lots of atmosphere. Walls are hung with paintings by local artists and interior colours are bright and cheerful. French, Mediterranean and Thai influences are evident in the menu that changes daily. Open everyday, Monday to Friday 10.00 am till late. Saturday 5.00 pm till late. Sunday 10.00 am to 2.00 pm.
Location: Ballande centre, overlooking Iririki Island Resort
Tel: 26155
12: Harbour View Restaurant
Exceptional view over Port Vila harbour, the restaurant offers excellent Cantonese cuisine and is very popular amongst the local population. Try their Chop Soy or the Roast Duck while you admire the lights playing in the harbour. Open 7 days, lunch and dinner, closed Monday lunch, Visa, American Express and Master Card accepted. Location: Road to airport, Sokapo area.
Tel: 23668
13: La Terrasse
This sidewalk Bar, Restaurant and Café offers traditional French cooking, combined with the best local produce in an idyllic setting facing the sea. Or have a cup of coffee and watch the traffic of people and car go by. Open Monday to Friday from 6.30 am till late, 6.30 / 7. 00 am through afternoon Saturday & Sunday.
Location: main street downtown Port Vila.
Tel: 22428
14: La Verandah (Le Meridien)
Situated on the hilltop with superb views overlooking Erakor Lagoon and the resort's private island, La Verandah offers international cuisine and theme nights, which include the popular Melanesian Feast. Location: 5 min. drive from downtown.
Tel: 22040
15: Michener's Restaurant (Iririki Island Resort)
Dining at Michener's restaurant is a delight with Vanuatu's combine French and British heritage inspiring the highest standards of cuisine. Undoubtedly it is the most romantic restaurant in Port Vila, overlooking the harbour and Port Vila's night life. The setting truly epitomises the legendry adventures in paradise. Open every day. Location: across from downtown, in the harbour.
Tel: 23388
16: Nambanga Restaurant
Port Vila's latest and only restaurant owned and operated by the Tourism and Hospitality Institution at INTV and specializes in all local and other dishes. Open Tue, Wed, Thu for lunch; dinner: Tue & Thu only.
Location: INTV school compound at Lycee Louis Antoine de Bougainville.
Tel: 22295
17: Outrigger Restaurant (The Melanesian )
Take a relaxing breakfast in air condition comfort. Breakfast service daily 7.00 am to 10.00 am. "Night of Curry". Enjoy the delightful flavour of curries from the East. Open daily from 6.00 pm
Location: Nambatu road, next to Kaiviti Motel.
Tel: 22150
18: Rossi Restaurant
Famous for its seafood, the Rossi Restaurant is located on the seafront, in the heart of town, with a panoramic view over the bay of Port Vila. Well known for its superb espresso coffee. Come and relax, enjoy our famous Rossi Seafood platter whilst looking out to sea. Open every day from 7 am until late in the evening.
Location: at the waterfront, downtown (50 m from main street).
Tel: 22528
19: Tamanu Beach Club
Idyllic setting overlooking a white sand ocean beach in 5 acres of tropical gardens. Renowned for its fresh distinctive cuisine of local seafood, beef and exotic fruits. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Bookings are recommended and transport can be arranged.
Location: 15 Km from Port Vila
Tel: 27279
20: Tang Dynasty
Chinese Restaurant and take-away - Cantonese cuisine. Open 7 days a week 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and 4.00 pm. Take-away 7.00 am to 7.00 pm every day except Sunday. Location: downtown, mid China Town
Tel: 27383
21: Vila Chaumieres
Romantic restaurant nestled in lush gardens on the water's edge of Erakor Lagoon. Enchanting spot for lunch or dinner. Specialities in seafood dishes and local beef. Bookings advisable especially for tables over the water. Open for lunch and dinner every day.
Location: 3 Km from town, opposite Korman Stadium
Tel: 22866
22: Waterfront Restaurant, Bar & Grill
Waterfront Bar & Grill specializes in local delicacies like coconut crab, lobster and Vanuatu beef. A relaxing place to have a drink or meal while enjoying the superb view. Open for lunch and dinner every day from 11.00 am until late. It is popular amongst yachter.
Location: On the waterfront, main street.
Tel: 23490
