Vaiana's Bar & Bistro
Our pick for a Friday evening (l,d; $$)
If hanging out with locals sounds good, head to Vaiana’s on a Friday evening. Even the local dogs show up (see image).
Curl your toes in the sand with a cool Cook Islands Lager, groove to whatever live music is on and enjoy the plentiful meal options such as burgers and salads.
Island buses will stop right out front, so put your rental car or scooter keys away if you’re planning a big night here. Opposite the airport, west of Avarua.