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Sails


3.5 of 5 stars 31 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Fusion
  • Price range: €17-69 ($25-$100)

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3 of 5 stars
DAEsmae   112 contributions
Boise, Idaho
Dec 29, 2009 New

The service was incredibly slow - the worst we experienced on the island, despite the fact that several places had slow service! It took 10 minutes to get seated (despite no one else in line!), 25 minutes for them to take a drink order, another 10 minutes to even get a food menu, and then of course a 15 minute... more

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2 of 5 stars
WildNZCherry   6 contributions
Coromandel
Dec 22, 2009

This used to be one of the best vibrant places to eat on the Island - what happened? The meal was very average, fish overcooked, crackers on the cheese board soggy, no one offered us a 2nd drink or asked how our meals were - the prices should reflect good quality service and food - shuch a shame as one... more

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5 of 5 stars
curmudgeon99   6 contributions
N California
Nov 30, 2009

We were quite happy with our lunch at Sails during our recent visit. Our food was quite good, and the location overlooking the lagoon is excellent. I didn't expect the finest cuisine and service; this is a beach restaraunt in a remote location, but I thought it was the 2nd best meal of our week in Rarotonga, and better than... more

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1 of 5 stars
nomatesnige   1 contribution
NZ
Nov 8, 2009

Lovely setting but TERRIBLE service! Went for dinner with group of 8 (including 4 children). We had to wait well over an hour for food, and then it was tasty but stone cold!!! Dessert (mud cake) was dry! With children it was terrible to have to wait so long to eat. Waiter was pleasant but clearly needed more help on... more

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4 of 5 stars
luvraro   1 contribution
Auckland
Aug 17, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Each time we called in this year, the service was the same, friendly service we had experienced on previous years. The food was great, cocktails ok, deserts fabulous. Certainly not overpriced. One of the best for lunch time relaxation on the beach. Need to book in for evening meals so as not to be dissappointed. Keep in mind you are... more

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3 of 5 stars
lellley   11 contributions
nz
Aug 3, 2009

Have just got back and must say that I was not impressed at all with this restaurant. We were taken to our table and waited at least 10 minutes before someone offered to get us a drink, and basically the service did not improve. Our meals were $29 mains (from the specials list) and quite honestly I didn't think much... more

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5 of 5 stars
earf32   2 contributions
cooks
Jul 31, 2009

Oh my god, a breath taking location on the lagoon. Warm welcome, attentive staff, great lattes and cocktails and later that evening I had an amazing fresh seared tuna and my partner raved about the fillet. Wine was a bit pricey with good selection. Overall, we'll be back! more

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2 of 5 stars
FeelinIrieAkl   1 contribution
Auckland
Jul 20, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Went in here a couple of times during our stay. First time there we had a platter of local food such as taro etc. Not particularly nice and overpriced considering the produce was sourced locally and cost very little. Second time, we arrived with the intention of having cocktails and dinner. We were dealt with by staff who were bored... more

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2 of 5 stars
Ilovetravel094   6 contributions
Auckland, New Zealand
Jul 15, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

The staff here really do let the place down. We went there maybe 10 times on our visit to Raro in the space of 10 days and not once did we get a friendly greeting or anything to acknowledge they had seen us before. We would get tired of waiting to be served so us (and other customers repeatedly) had... more

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5 of 5 stars
SuziiW   32 contributions
Hobart, Australia
Jul 8, 2009

We went to Sails twice on our recent trip to Rarotonga. Now I have very high expectations when it comes to food and I thought Sails was fantastic. Best Ika Mata I had in Rarotonga and we found the menu choices delicious, the staff friendly and helpful - even rustling some food up for us when the kitchen had closed... more

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Sails Address

Muri Beach, Cook Islands
Tel: +68227349
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.