3 Best Restaurants in Tonga Islands

Any place that serves an excellent breakfast all day long is already a winner, but this convivial spot in the center of town offers much more besides. There's a tempting lunch and dinner menu that features classics like grilled lamb or pork chops and cajun chicken, along with broiled lobster, pan-fried catch of the day, some local favorites, and a billowy banana split to top it off. Open all day long, you can also stop in for a coffee and snack while surfing the internet or browse a selection of local souvenirs. The café also serves as a tourist center, with a selection of maps and guides to help get the best out of your stay.

Outside of town, but well worth the taxi ride, you'll find authentic Italian cuisine with a French touch and an emphasis on fresh, expertly made seafood dishes. The wine list is the best in town.

In one of the best restaurants on the island—attached to a charming eight-room inn—the Italian owners produce a tasty version of their native cuisine, along with steaks and plenty of fresh seafood, like blackened mahi mahi, grilled swordfish, and fat tuna steaks. By all accounts, the profiteroles should not be missed. The restaurant is handily open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and the dining room is air conditioned, but you can also sit on a charming garden veranda for the harbor breezes or to catch the sunset views over the water.