Manukoko Rek Italian Restaurant
Manukoko Rek
An Italian restaurant in Vila run by a women's cooperative. Its wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta are unique on the island.
Located in Vila (Vila Maumeta), the island's capital, next to the Boneca handmade doll cooperative. It was founded with help from an Italian missionary and is run by a local women's cooperative, which also offers guest accommodation. The menu is written on a whiteboard, with pasta, wide pasta, handmade potato gnocchi, and wood-fired pizza that must be reserved in advance. Traditional Timorese dishes are also served. Book at least 4 hours ahead by phone so ingredients can be prepared, and allow extra time because service is slow. It is about 6 km south of Beloi Wharf and reachable by tricycle taxi.
Opening hours
Reservations required at least 4 hours in advance
Nearby sights
- Vila Maumeta & Boneca de Ataúro
- Makili
- Mount Manucoco
- Atauro Island
- Beloi Beach
- Adara Reef, Atauro
- Whale & Dolphin Watching in Ombai-Wetar Strait
- Akrema Beach