Moko Café Tahiti
Discover why diners rave about this Papeete gem! Moko Café Tahiti boasts a 4.9-star rating with delicious food. Good for groups. See menu & directions!
Experience The Surf House Tahiti, a Papeete favorite with a 4.2-star rating. Enjoy delicious food, cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere. Reserve your table today!
This Papeete eatery offers a delightful dining experience, as reflected in its solid 4.2-star rating. The atmosphere is welcoming and lively, making it a popular choice for groups. Patrons appreciate the combination of delicious food and reasonable prices, indicated by the $$ price range. Diners rave about the expertly prepared dishes, with one reviewer even comparing the experience to dining in Paris. Highlights include the perfectly cooked tuna and a scallop risotto that rivals those found in Italy. Complete with outdoor seating and cocktails, this establishment is a great spot to savor the flavors of French Polynesia.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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We went for dinner and honestly the food was absolutely delicious and the portions were very reasonable. I dont often leave google reviews but I felt I needed to give the chef some justice. I felt like I was back to Paris for a second. The scallops risotto was better than any I tried in Italy and the tuna was perfect. As expected in french cuisine things come definitely more on the rare side, as they should if you want to actually enjoy them:) We ordered two starters and 2 mains and were absolutely full at the end. The price was around 15000 xpf with drinks included. Could only recommend. I believe this was one of the worst service and food expierence. The fish was smelly no seasoning in all sides and itself. Starters were nothing extraordinary besides croquets which were tasty. Ribeye came bleeding we needed to send it back and we got our order back after 1hour almost desert. Our amouse bouche was still o the table after 3 hours ,only 1 waiter and 2 runners for 20 tables. Tottaly ripped of, i wish we would go to McDonald's and order some fast food.Anyway most delicious dish was French fries and they are the same fries as McDonald's. The ambiance is very cosy and beautiful. The quality of the is average for the price… at this price is better to go to l’o à la bouche or tle grillardin. The service is fast but the waiter or sooo fast… we didn’t take a dessert.
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October 30, 2025
We went for dinner and honestly the food was absolutely delicious and the portions were very reasonable. I dont often leave google reviews but I felt I needed to give the chef some justice. I felt like I was back to Paris for a second. The scallops risotto was better than any I tried in Italy and the tuna was perfect. As expected in french cuisine things come definitely more on the rare side, as they should if you want to actually enjoy them:) We ordered two starters and 2 mains and were absolutely full at the end. The price was around 15000 xpf with drinks included. Could only recommend.
October 9, 2025
I believe this was one of the worst service and food expierence. The fish was smelly no seasoning in all sides and itself. Starters were nothing extraordinary besides croquets which were tasty. Ribeye came bleeding we needed to send it back and we got our order back after 1hour almost desert. Our amouse bouche was still o the table after 3 hours ,only 1 waiter and 2 runners for 20 tables. Tottaly ripped of, i wish we would go to McDonald's and order some fast food.Anyway most delicious dish was French fries and they are the same fries as McDonald's.
August 10, 2024
The ambiance is very cosy and beautiful. The quality of the is average for the price… at this price is better to go to l’o à la bouche or tle grillardin. The service is fast but the waiter or sooo fast… we didn’t take a dessert.
August 9, 2024
Outstanding dinner experience. The vegetarian options weren't obvious on the menu, but the server was very quick to check and the (Michelin starred) chef would prepare "something special". I had a meze of delicious dishes, very affordable, and all incredibly well presented. Cocktails are also fantastic. I'll be back to try desert another night!
June 29, 2025
We’re so happy we stumbled upon Surfhouse at Kontiki! We just got off the ferry and had all our luggage and needed to eat before taking the red eye back to the states. The people at the front desk were immediately helpful and asked us if we needed to store our luggage! We didn’t know what to expect but were so happy with one of the best meals on our entire vacation. Definitely not cheap but so worth it!! They booked our taxi to the airport and made the last leg of our trip a breeze!
Features and amenities that make The Surf special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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