Villa Ixora
A restaurant inside a small hotel on the southern outskirts of Uturoa, rated 4.8 on TripAdvisor and ranked first in Uturoa. The chef applies Mediterranean techniques to local fish.
Located on Raiatea's east coast at PK 2.7, on the seaward side. It is about 5 minutes' drive from Uturoa town center and 10 minutes from the airport, and non-guests are welcome. Chef Térence Trouyet blends Mediterranean and Polynesian flavors. The official menu lists dishes such as Asian-style tuna tartare, Raiatea smoked-fish risotto, lagoon parrotfish fillet and mahi-mahi, along with a curated wine list. The yacht company Moorings ranks it as the island's top choice. It serves only two short sittings a day, lunch and dinner, with limited seating, so reserve ahead. One reviewer says prices are high but match the quality.
Opening hours
Tue–Sat 11:30–13:15 and 18:30–20:15; closed Sun and Mon (Tahiti Tourisme 2026 information)
Nearby sights
- Uturoa Municipal Market
- Uturoa
- Mount Tapioi
- Mount Temehani
- Raiatea Sailing Base (Marina Apooiti & Uturoa)
- Marae Tainuu
- Champon Pearl Farm
- Faaroa River