Te Moana
- Hours
- Today: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Getting there
- On Policarpo Toro, Hanga Roa's main street, close to the harbor
Why it’s in the log
Te Moana sits on Policarpo Toro, Hanga Roa's main street, serving the tuna Rapa Nui's waters are genuinely known for — raw in ceviche, seared, or grilled — rather than a menu built around ingredients flown in for tourists. It's as much a spot where islanders eat as visitors, which isn't a given on an island where most restaurants sit right on the tourist circuit out of necessity.
At 4.4 stars over 510 reviews, it holds up well against Hanga Roa's small set of restaurant options — worth booking ahead in high season, since the town has limited seating capacity across the board.
What people said recently
From Google reviews · see all 512 ↗“This restaurant is beautifully located right on the water, offering stunning views at sunset. The staff were all very welcoming and friendly, which made the experience even better. The crab ravioli was delicious, though the beef stroganoff…”
“The location is beautiful, right by the sea, but it feels like a tourist-oriented restaurant. There are other places where you can enjoy a much more authentic local experience. Both dishes I had were average and didn’t really stand out.…”
“During our Easter Island visit, we've stopped by Te Moana for dinner. Seafood was delicious! Restaurant has Ocean view with fast and friendly service. Especially enjoyed the Sea Urchin - fresh and delicious! The restaurant also has nightly…”
