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Vaima Polynesian Bar and Restaurant

Vaimaanga | PO Box 1050, Titikaveka CK9999, Cook Islands
00682 26123
Ranked #1 of 3 restaurants in Titikaveka
4.5 of 5 stars 161 Reviews
Price range: $9 - $32
Cuisines: International, Polynesian, Vegetarian
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert
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Good for: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert
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161 reviews from our community

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Christchurch, New Zealand
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

We went with a group of friends and sat out on the sand beneath the stars. The food was brilliant and my wife and I shared three entrees. The wine was not expensive. The staff were bright and friendly. The evening super enjoyable.

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Sandspit
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

Every time we have friends come up and visit or we bump into people out and about in Raro, we always tell them about Vaima Restaurant. Their motto says it all. "Little Restaurant with a big reputation." You always have to go at least twice because there are so many yummy choices on the menu. You get value for money... More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Great location, lovely food, tables right on the beach sand. We'd definitely go back again. Only one suggestion - our cocktails needed a bit more alcohol.

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84 reviews 84 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
148 helpful votes 148 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW
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It is some years, and several owners, since we have visited this restaurant. The interior looks the same, but there are now lots of outside tables to take advantage of the view – when it’s not windy. It was when we were there so we sat inside. It’s pleasing to note that the current owners have carried on the tradition... More

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Brisbane, Australia
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Fantastic food, service and prices. Went back twice.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Beautiful food, great atmosphere, served right on the beach.

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San Diego, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

We came to the Rarotonga for our Honeymoon and ended up eating at Vaima's twice during our one week stay. Being from San Diego there is no shortage of excellent cuisine, but nothing comes close to the atmosphere of the beach dining experience you will have here. The food is superb and the staff is also wonderful. Be sure to... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Had dinner here and I highly recommend the Fish Curry, it was awesome!

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Tucson
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

I love that when we showed up to eat we were lead out to the beach and got a table closest to the water. The food was tasty and the staff was nice. I ordered the cheesecake of the day and did not like it they let me get a different dessert which I ordered the sticky toffee pudding, let... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

This little restaurant looks so small from the road, you are really surprised when they lead you out to your reserved table way out the back towards the beach. Really a great spot for a clear day to watch the sunset and gaze at the stars. My fresh fish was some of the best I had on the islands, and... More

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