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Vaima Polynesian Bar and Restaurant

Vaimaanga | PO Box 1050, Titikaveka CK9999, Cook Islands
00682 26123
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Ranked #1 of 3 restaurants in Titikaveka
Price range: $9 - $32
Cuisines: Polynesian, Vegetarian, International
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

We visited Vaima on the last night of our holiday by accident - we stumbled across it just a few hundred metres from our hotel, and we couldn't believe our luck. This was our favourite meal of our whole stay - Vaima is a beautiful spot (get in early to try and get a table on the sand) with great... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW via mobile

We went to Vaima as recommended. We were picked up a little late as we did get forgotten about which was funny to us however these guys made sure we were well taken care once we were picked up. We were presented with a bottle of wine of our choice which we refused but they insisted for the mix up.... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

It was a lovely setting with table right on the beach with candle and torches going. We liked it so much we went back a second time. The fish of the day was lovely as was the pork belly. Also, the dessert tasting plate is a must. It was pretty good value compared to other restaurants. maker sure you make... More

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Missoula
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Wonderful food! Great service! Fantastic location! Not too many tables. This place is perfect for evening meal. Will try again and again and again!

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Wanganui, New Zealand
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47 reviews 47 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

the chef deserves high accolades for how the fish is cooked in the fish of the day ~ given a perfection rating by 3 of our group - and I had the fish curry which was delicious. lovely hosts and fabulous wait staff.

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Sydney
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Great food & service as well as take away pizza! Try the local seafood or the pork was good too. We were recommended to go here by our dive instructor and we came back a second time. Highly recommend!

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Australia
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13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

The service was great on both occasions when we came, nice relaxed feeling sitting on the beach as the sun goes down. Food was great. Location is a little out of the way as at night times you would have to catch a bus right round the island to get there (only clockwise bus runs at night) or ride scooter... More

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South Hillend, null, New Zealand
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Fantastic restaurant - wonderful atmosphere and fabulous food, a must to book as very popular. Great service and I loved the surroundings and music. Right on the beach front and was walking distance to our accommodation Cooks Bay Villas.

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Rarotonga
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

We were lucky to be invites to Vaima recently, three nights in a row! And having enjoyed dinners there in the past, we were very impressed with the consistency, the freshness and portions of the meals. Thumbs up guys!

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Cardiff
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23 reviews 23 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

Four of us went to Vaima on our last few days together in Rarotonga as we had heard such good reviews from our fellow guests at our accommodation. Although my husband and I have been to Raro many many times, we have never been to this restaurant before and this certainly won't be our last visit. We reserved a table... More

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