Best Places to Eat on the Coral Coast

Located in laid-back Maui Bay, retro style diner Craig’s Place is a convenient place to pullover. Situated next to a supermarket and gas station, it’s the ultimate one-stop shop for food and fuel on your roadtrip. Their tempting menu features big juicy burgers and wraps but it’s their mouthwatering family-sized fish and chips that patrons rave about. Skip the line and call ahead for takeaways on Ph: 756 6816. Open daily from 9am-8pm.

Just steps away, the Tipsy Italian is your go-to spot for delicious pasta and thin crust pizza on the Coast. Choose from their extensive menu of authentic Italian dishes but their Maui Bacon Pizza comes highly recommended with abundant toppings—tomato sauce, cheese, bacon, garlic, fresh tomato, and oregano. Delizioso! Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner until 8pm and 9pm on weekends. Dine in or call ahead for takeaways on +679-7586048.

This retail restaurant opposite Vatukarasa Village is the perfect pit stop for quick, tasty meals and the chance to stretch your legs. You’ll find familiar favorites on the menu; meat pies, wraps, fries and burgers and a good selection of vegetarian dishes too. Chase up your meal with a freshly brewed coffee or a blended juice while you cruise the shop for handicrafts and holiday knick knacks. Open daily from 6am – 9pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Located at the end of Korotogo’s Sunset Strip, this casual beachside establishment boasts incredible sunsets over the lagoon and an equally impressive menu. Try the ultra-popular chilli and garlic mud crab or dive into seafood heaven with a delicious mixed seafood platter. The Crab Shack opens for lunch and dinner only and tables fill up fast so reserve yours ahead of time on +679- 9025979. Closed on Tuesdays.

Diners rave about this Sunset Strip eatery for its fantastic food and top-notch service. A sister restaurant to the Crab Shack across the road, it exclusively serves dinner. The tempting menu features mahimahi, steak, crab and lobster and you won’t want to miss out on their secret cocktail concoctions or wine pairings. Whether on a dinner date or dining with friends, this local hotspot is a must-visit. Open from 5pm but it's very popular so book ahead on +679-902 5979. Closed on Mondays.

Grab a seat at Sitar Indian & Thai Restaurant and treat yourself to a medley of Indian and Thai flavours. We recommend kicking things off with a cold beer and savory starters like pea samosas or prawn toast before moving on to the main course. Whether you’re in the mood for a vegetarian thali, a comforting curry or a tandoori platter to share with friends, there’s something to satisfy every craving. And, for something more familiar, there's also options for pizza, wraps, chicken and chips, soups and a variety of vegetarian delights.

Fresh, quality ingredients and delicious meals are guaranteed at any Grace Road restaurant in Fiji and Olive Tree is no different. This is your go-to spot for Mexican food on the Coast, from crispy tacos and sizzling fajitas to cheesy quesadillas, all complemented by their signature creamy pizzas, juicy burgers and Korean fried chicken. With a gas station and mini supermarket on-site, a stopover at this popular spot is a triple win for anyone travelling the Queens Highway. Open daily until 9pm.

You won’t find fancy setups or a long wine list at this cozy seaside spot but the fantastic food is reason enough to stop by. Dig into mouthwatering fish bathed in creamy coconut milk or savor a hearty seafood basket alongside succulent lobster and crab dishes – all at surprisingly affordable prices. Located at the very start of the Shangri-La Fijian Resort causeway, this delightful restaurant offers authentic Fijian cuisine that's bound to put a smile on your face.

With glowing reviews similar to sister restaurants – Crab Shack and Beach Bar & Grill – you can expect good things from the Flying Fin. From their famous butter chicken to the three-tier seafood extravaganza and exotic cocktails, this hidden gem in Cuvu township comes highly recommended. Book ahead on +679 7901700 and ask about their complimentary shuttle service to nearby resorts and Airbnb stays. Cards aren’t accepted so take some cash (FJD) with you. Open for lunch and dinner until 9.30pm daily but closed on Sundays.