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Apia

Apia is the capital of Samoa. It is on the northern coast of the island of Upolu and has a population of 42,000 (2021). As with most Pacific Island capitals, Apia is a little shabby and run down. Reasonably small in size and with few obvious attractions, Apia is very useful as a stop-off point for first-time visitors to get their bearings, plan travel around the island of Upolu, organise accommodation on the beach, and recover from jet lag. Most of Samoa's highlights are outside the town, although many are within a very short drive.

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  1. Eat

    Apaula Heights Lounge

    Has a bar that affords views across the eastern part of Apia and the Pacific. The food is above average standard for Apia and prices range from $30-70 a main course.

  2. Eat

    Bistro Tatau

    Australian-run restaurant that is considered to be the closest to Michelin quality in the city. Guys running the place reportedly a bit distant.

    Mon-Fri 12:00-14:00 and 18:30-21:00. Dinner only on Sat

  3. Eat

    Burger Bills

    Serves hefty portions of well seasoned fish and chips, fried chicken and chips and cheeseburgers. It's a challenge to finish the jumbo sized drinks. Limited options for vegetarians/vegans.

  4. Eat

    Giordano's

    Italian restaurant famous for its pizza. Vegetarian friendly.

  5. Eat

    Hotel Amanaki

    Decent food for decent prices ($20 for fish steak w/fries). A popular meeting place for locals and ex-pats.

  6. Eat

    Italiano Cafe

    The Italiano Café on the beach road, halfway between the tourist office and Aggie Grey's has decent pizzas for $18/27/36 (small/med/large). A “medium” is enough for 2!

  7. Eat

    Kokobanana Bar & Grill

    Premier steakhouse with impressive seafood too. Try the lobster.

    Mon-Sat 17:00-21:30

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    Marketi Fou

    The main produce market in Apia. Operates 6 days a week with a few additional traders on Saturdays. A great selection of local food and exotic fruits, including fresh limes, mango, avocado, pawpaw, pineapple, soursop, breadfruit, coconut, taro, leafy greens and several varieties of banana (including red ones). Try the palusami (taro leaves baked in coconut cream). It's a good idea to stock up on fruit here before heading anywhere on the islands.

    Mon-Sat

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    Sails Restaurant

    Serves seafood, steak, salad and a variety of pastas. Jazz nights, huge deck overlooking the harbour, very friendly service.

    Mon-Sat 11:00 until late, Sun (dinner only) from 18:00$8-45

  10. Eat

    Seafood Gourmet

    Good food for reasonable prices and provides a view over the harbour.

  11. Eat

    Amanis Restaurant

    Delicious local food by the scoop for takeaway or eat-in.

    Breakfast and lunch only$4-20

  12. Eat

    Paddles

    Popular, if slightly overrated, Italian-style restaurant.

  13. Eat

    The Curry House Restaurant

    Arguably the most authentic Indian cuisine in Apia.

    Mon-Fri 12:00-22:00, Sat 16:00-22:00