Coconut Grove Oceanfront Restaurant
An oceanfront restaurant beside Matei Airport, ranked top on the island for years and using organic vegetables from its own garden.
Part of the Coconut Grove Beach Bungalows resort but open to non-guests, it is about a five-minute walk from Matei Airport. Open-air seating faces the sea, and the menu focuses on fresh seafood, organic vegetables from the owners' garden and handmade pasta. It also serves curries and Fijian dishes. Frequently mentioned are kokoda, walu fish, fish curry and the lunchtime Lobster Club sandwich. Breakfast features coconut-sugar French toast and banana pancakes. Dinner reservations should be made by phone either that morning or the day before. Prices are mid-range for the island.
Opening hours
Daily 7:30–21:00; dinner by reservation
Nearby sights
- Matei Beaches (Prince Charles Beach)
- Waitabu Marine Park
- Tavoro Waterfalls (Bouma National Heritage Park)
- Qamea Island
- Taveuni Island
- Waitavala Water Slide
- Lake Tagimaucia
- 180° Meridian (Date Line) Monument