2 Best Restaurants in Viti Levu, Fiji

The combination of plastic flower tablecloths, red carpet, and small chandeliers of glass balls is just kitschy enough to state the emphasis is not on the decor but the food at this authentic Chinese place on the main strip. This local institution is frequented by locals and expats who come, and return, for seafood specialties such as steamed fish, deep-fried squid, and lobster served in generous, family-style portions; meat dishes are also offered. Service is good and continues to be so after 6:30 when the restaurant begins to fill up for dinner.

Both the chef and owner come from the Canton region and it appears that they brought their recipe books with them. Locally supplied seafood is whipped into the likes of steamed fish in soy sauce and steamed crab with glass noodles. Imported king prawns are put to good use in a garlic-ginger sauce. Rotating platforms at the tables make it easier to share the family-style portions amid the tasteful Asian decor. On some afternoons, there's not a seat to be had as locals pack in for the lunch specials.