Must-see restaurants in Port Moresby

  • Rapala

    Port Moresby

    One of Moresby’s best restaurants is an elegant, well-dressed, yet somewhat old-fashioned affair inside the Crowne Plaza. The dishes are cutting-edge,…

  • Duffy's

    Port Moresby

    Raising Moresby's cafe culture to international levels by its very existence, Duffy's wouldn't look out of place in any Western capital. The decor? Three…

  • Fusion Bistro

    Port Moresby

    Ambitiously promising you offerings from several Asian cuisines, Fusion does Chinese dishes best, though their pandan chicken and sambal fish are well…

  • Seoul House

    Port Moresby

    Skip the so-so Thai food at this refined, minimalist Korean restaurant that overplays its hand, and go straight for the superlative Korean dishes…

  • Cellar

    Port Moresby

    At the Shady Rest hotel, this refined spot serves authentic Indian dishes. Popular picks include tandoori chicken and vegetable samosas, and the…

  • Daikoku

    Port Moresby

    This long-running spot with a village-y vibe serves up Moresby’s best Japanese fare, with fresh sushi, sashimi, katsu-don, onigiri and other Japanese…

  • City Point

    Port Moresby

    Tucked away off the main street, this low-key Chinese restaurant does an excellent value lunchtime menu (K21 to K25) of chicken and rice and other simple…

  • Asia Aromas

    Port Moresby

    Tucked away inside Steamships Plaza and with embroidered dragons and elephants representing its twin cuisines, this low-key restaurant cooks up good, if…

  • Shakers Coffee

    Port Moresby

    With picnic-style wooden benches and tables, this unusual cafe serves equally unusual sandwiches (tuna mornay with pesto, smoky sausage…) alongside good…

  • Cafe

    Port Moresby

    Slightly cheaper and more casual than neighbouring Rapala, this Crowne Plaza gem serves grilled barramundi, Thai chicken curry and other multifarious fare…

  • Dynasty

    Port Moresby

    Popular with the local Chinese community, this well-regarded restaurant may serve the odd unorthodox dish (Marmite chicken, y'all?) but claypot noodles…

  • Hog’s Breath

    Port Moresby

    This well-known Aussie diner chain sates the meaty fantasies of the carnivorously inclined with the rib-and-steak combos, lamb cutlets, burgers and more…

  • Joe's Kitchen

    Port Moresby

    While the sheep's tongue stew at this friendly kai bar is likely to appeal to gourmets inclined to live dangerously, the roast chicken and chips (K12 for…

  • Mr B Coffee Shoppe

    Port Moresby

    This tiny local favourite inside the Brian Bell Plaza is a fine refuge from Boroko’s chaotic streets. It serves sandwiches, savoury pies (K5), pastries,…

  • Tasty Bite

    Port Moresby

    This tiny place has a score of loyal expat fans, including a healthy contingent of resident Indians. Expect decent portions of northern Indian dishes;…

  • Beachside Brasserie

    Port Moresby

    Aswirl with psychedelic paintings by a local artist, this light, bright brasserie in Ela Beach Hotel serves excellent gourmet pizzas as well as chilli…

  • Ang's Restaurant

    Port Moresby

    Ang's is locked up like Fort Knox; this part of Gordons is unsavoury after dark. But it's worth the trip for excellent Chinese food at reasonable prices…

  • Restaurant 168

    Port Moresby

    Upstairs is the Restaurant 168 where some interesting Malay and Indian dishes are served - better than the dull surroundings might suggest.

  • Grand Palace

    Port Moresby

    This is the top spot for Chinese cuisine. Try the yum cha or the beautifully presented steamed whole coral trout.

  • Ela Beach Cafe

    Port Moresby

    At the west end of Ela Beach, this rustic-looking eatery has coffee, beer and lunches of simple kai.

  • Gordons Market

    Port Moresby

    One of Port Moresby’s largest produce markets. It’s a ragged place, best visited with a local.

  • Espresso Bar

    Port Moresby

    This tiny place provides good coffee and light meals.