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Food & Dining
Fiji's food scene reflects its multicultural heritage — indigenous Fijian flavors, Indo-Fijian curries, and international cuisine combine for a diverse and affordable dining experience.
- Local Fijian cuisine: kokoda (raw fish in coconut cream — Fiji's ceviche), lovo (earth oven feast), cassava, taro, and fresh seafood
- Indo-Fijian food: excellent curries, roti, biryani, and dal — available everywhere from market stalls to restaurants for FJD 5–15
- Fresh seafood abundant and affordable: lobster, crab, mahi-mahi, tuna — market prices far below Western restaurant costs
- Suva Municipal Market: one of the South Pacific's largest — tropical fruits, vegetables, root crops, and spices at bargain prices
- Nadi Market: smaller but excellent for fresh produce, spices, and local prepared foods at $2–$5 per meal
- Supermarkets: New World, MH, and RB Patel stock local and imported goods — imported items carry 30–50% premium
- Dining out: local eateries $4–$9 per meal; mid-range restaurants $12–$25; upscale Denarau restaurants $35–$55
- Fiji Gold and Fiji Bitter: the national beers — FJD 6–10 at restaurants; FJD 3–5 at bottle shops