Cook Islands Food Guide: 8 Fusion food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Avarua

January 25, 2022 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover Restaurants offering the best Fusion food in Avarua, Cook Islands. At the base of the rugged, dramatic mountains of Rarotonga lies Avarua, a modest capital boasting a number of bustling outdoor markets, several restaurants and bars, boutiques and the National Museum of the Cook Islands. Along the Main Street you will find fine handicrafts and perfumes, as well as the black pearls for which the area is known. Although conditions are rarely reliable for swimming, there are dive sites in the area, including the famous Wreck of the Matai.
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8. Captain Andy's Beach Bar & Grill

Aroa Beach & Lagoon Marine Reserve The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Spa, Aroa Beach Cook Islands Seafood, New Zealand, Fusion, Bar, International Drinks, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Reservations, Private Dining, Parking Available, Televisi [email protected] +682 25 800 http://www.therarotongan.com
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3 based on 180 reviews

Captain Andy's Beach Bar & Grill

Captain Andy's Beach Bar & Grill offers a wide selection of casual dining options either poolside or overlooking the island's best snorkeling beach & marine reserve.

Reviewed By WBwatergirl

We stayed at the resort so ate here several times over the week. Everything we got was pretty good. Would recommend the BLAT burger and the prawn pizza. Disappointed by the garlic prawn special on Tuesday night. Kia Orana,Thank you for your review. I am delighted to hear that you dined with us several times during your stay and that you thoroughly enjoyed the BLAT burger and Prawn Pizza. Captain Andy’s Beach Bar & Grill at The Rarotongan offers casual beach and poolside dining including light and tasty snacks, salads, pizzas, burgers & sandwiches, and a range of main courses, as well as daily Chef’s specials and a Kids’ Menu especially for our little guests. Room service is also available from 11am – 9pm.Our menus with over 50 different items are one of the most extensive on the island and are designed to appeal to as broad a range of guests as possible including guests with special dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy and nut free, etc. All our menus are available online. I would have been delighted to speak with you about any of your dining concerns during your stay. Please feel free to contact me directly if you wish to share more feedback. Kind Regards, Greg Long Food & Beverage Manager

7. OTB Restaurant & Bar Arorangi

Arorangi Manuia Beach Resort, 1000 Cook Islands Contemporary, Polynesian, Seafood, Fusion Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Live Music, Beach [email protected] +682 22 461 http://www.otbrarotonga.com
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4 based on 249 reviews

OTB Restaurant & Bar Arorangi

Traditional island style setting with infinity pool, right on one of the best swimming beaches in Rarotonga. OTB is part of the 4 star Manuia Beach Resort and has a official 3 pearl (star) rating by Cuisine Magazine, the highest rating in Rarotonga. OTB W

Reviewed By 1811027Scott

This restaurant is actually on the beach so flat shoes or barefoot recommended. Friendly hardworking staff with some theme nights as well as a la carte. You need to book as it is not very large, well worth a visit.Kia Orana and thank you for sharing your OTB experience. We are glad you enjoyed our food & service and look forward to seeing you again on your next visit. With kind regards & kia manuia ..your OTB team.

6. Little Polynesian Restaurant

Main Rd, Titikaveka 0000 Cook Islands Seafood, New Zealand, Polynesian, International, Fusion Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront [email protected] +682 24 280 http://www.pacificresort.com/little-polynesian/dining/
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4 based on 530 reviews

Little Polynesian Restaurant

Little Polynesian Restaurant offers casual poolside dining in an open air setting with the most spectacular views on the Titikaveka lagoon. Enjoy a tropical island breakfast, lunch and dinner with a fusion of classic fare with Polynesian cuisine. To compl

Reviewed By SueT2201

Best steak on the island, others on our table had tuna steak and a chicken salad. Everyone was impressed with the meals and service was great. The staff are friendly and professional. Would definitely go back. You need to book as it’s a small resort and caters first to guests staying with them.

5. OTB Restaurant & Bar Arorangi

Arorangi Manuia Beach Resort, 1000 Cook Islands Contemporary, Polynesian, Seafood, Fusion Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Live Music, Beach [email protected] +682 22 461 http://www.otbrarotonga.com
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4 based on 249 reviews

OTB Restaurant & Bar Arorangi

Traditional island style setting with infinity pool, right on one of the best swimming beaches in Rarotonga. OTB is part of the 4 star Manuia Beach Resort and has a official 3 pearl (star) rating by Cuisine Magazine, the highest rating in Rarotonga. OTB W

Reviewed By 1811027Scott

This restaurant is actually on the beach so flat shoes or barefoot recommended. Friendly hardworking staff with some theme nights as well as a la carte. You need to book as it is not very large, well worth a visit.Kia Orana and thank you for sharing your OTB experience. We are glad you enjoyed our food & service and look forward to seeing you again on your next visit. With kind regards & kia manuia ..your OTB team.

4. The Islander Restaurant

Main Coast Road Opposite Rarotonga Airport, Avarua 0682 Cook Islands Pizza, Fusion, Polynesian, Bar, Seafood, New Zealand Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Buffet, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wine and Beer, Cash Only, Reservations, Acce [email protected] +682 21 003 http://www.islanderhotel.co.ck/
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4 based on 308 reviews

The Islander Restaurant

The Islander Restaurant features fantastic cuisine using fresh ingredients supplied by local market gardeners as well as imports from New Zealand. Open for breakfast from 8am; and an all-day lunch & dinner service featuring light meals to hearty options t

Reviewed By sunsoakerNewZealand

I had the pizza which was far too much cheese and soft base like those at the supermarket. Made both my partner and I feel sick. Far better places to eat lunch

3. Bamboo Jacks

Ara Tapu Cnr Victoria Rd, Avarua COK Cook Islands Asian, Thai, Fusion Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +682 28 830 http://www.bamboojacks.net
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4 based on 349 reviews

Bamboo Jacks

Authentic Asian cuisine served in a spacious modern restaurant. Enjoy your dining experience seated in our comfortable booths or indoor & outdoor dining within an exotic asian garden. Bamboo Jacks has a VIP room for dinner, buffet, meetings, hens or bucks

Reviewed By kestonr2018

We enjoyed our evening last night at Bamboo Jacks on the way to the airport for a late flight home.This is a great restaurant. The fusion Asian food is excellent and was enjoyed by our whole family (including eight year old twins and ten year old).The service was very friendly and efficient.The restaurant itself is well fitted out and great.The restaurant was not full, but we would recommend going!!

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2. The Lucky Rooster Eatery

Main Road Next to CITC Shopping Centre, Avarua Cook Islands Fusion, Healthy Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Takeout, Reservations, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +682 22 215 http://theluckyroostereatery.com
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4 based on 747 reviews

The Lucky Rooster Eatery

The Lucky Rooster Eatery Popular bistro & meeting place serving all day breakfast & lunch. Relaxed atmosphere & family friendly. Freshly cooked food & chilled drinks including barista coffee, smoothies, beers, wines & cocktails. Variety of catering platte

Reviewed By BarbWats0n

Popular with tourists as they serve the usual euro style cooked breakfasts along with local touches as well. We had 2 x coconut pancakes with banana, bacon and maple syrup - really lovely. Though thick pancakes, not the usual thin sort, lovely and crunchy on the outside, which was rather delicious. Also the spicy mince on toast w bacon n egg on top was well worthy for my man, very tasty and filling he said.Well worth a stop, once or twice!

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1. OTB Restaurant & Bar Arorangi

Arorangi Manuia Beach Resort, 1000 Cook Islands Contemporary, Polynesian, Seafood, Fusion Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Live Music, Beach [email protected] +682 22 461 http://www.otbrarotonga.com
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4 based on 249 reviews

OTB Restaurant & Bar Arorangi

Traditional island style setting with infinity pool, right on one of the best swimming beaches in Rarotonga. OTB is part of the 4 star Manuia Beach Resort and has a official 3 pearl (star) rating by Cuisine Magazine, the highest rating in Rarotonga. OTB W

Reviewed By 1811027Scott

This restaurant is actually on the beach so flat shoes or barefoot recommended. Friendly hardworking staff with some theme nights as well as a la carte. You need to book as it is not very large, well worth a visit.Kia Orana and thank you for sharing your OTB experience. We are glad you enjoyed our food & service and look forward to seeing you again on your next visit. With kind regards & kia manuia ..your OTB team.

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