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What to order
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Oka
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, flavorful, and really good; several reviewers specifically called it out as a must-try local Samoan dish.
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Chicken Curry
Mentioned as delicious in a positive dinner review, with the reviewer highlighting it as one of the standout dishes of the meal.
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Chicken Laupele
Praised alongside the Chicken Curry as delicious, making it a recommended main dish from the reviews.
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Seafood Basket
Called out as a favorite by one reviewer and recommended for its appeal in a family dining setting.
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Catch Of The Day
Described as perfectly cooked, delicious, and generously portioned, making it one of the most positively reviewed seafood options.
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Crispy Fried Taro
Recommended as part of an authentic Samoan meal, paired with the Oka and young coconut.
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Niu
Mentioned as a fresh young coconut that pairs well with the Oka for an authentic local dining experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Roko's Restaurant
Roko's Restaurant is a fusion restaurant in Apia, Samoa, known for a casual, cozy dining room with outdoor seating and views over the trees, shore, and Mount Vaea area. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly, accommodating staff, the scenic setting, and dishes like chicken curry, chicken laupele, oka, taro, catch of the day, and lobster. It serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert, and also offers cocktails, beer, wine, coffee, and small plates. The price range is WST 20-100, and many reviews mention good value and generous portions.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Roko's Restaurant known for?
Roko's Restaurant is known for its scenic outdoor deck, warm service, and Samoan-leaning dishes like oka, chicken curry, chicken laupele, crispy fried taro, and the catch of the day. Reviewers often mention that the food is fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned, with views that make dinner feel especially tied to Apia and Samoa.
What dishes are most recommended at Roko's Restaurant?
The most recommended dishes include chicken curry, chicken laupele, oka, fried taro, and the catch of the day. Reviews also mention lobster and seafood basket, with guests saying the seafood is well cooked and the portions are large enough to feel like good value.
What is the atmosphere like at Roko's Restaurant?
The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with a spacious semi-outdoor or deck-style setting and breezy views of Apia's greenery and shoreline. It seems to suit groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers also describe it as a good place for family dinners, birthday celebrations, or a relaxed meal with friends.
Is Roko's Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say the restaurant offers good value for money, especially because the servings are big and the food is reasonably priced. The listed price range is WST 20-100, and guests specifically mention that cocktails are not expensive and that the meals are worth the tala.
What should I know about wait times and service at Roko's Restaurant?
Service is often described as friendly and attentive, and many guests say meals arrive at a comfortable pace or come out quickly. A few reviews mention slightly longer waits during busy times, but they also say the food and hospitality made the wait worthwhile.
Is parking available at Roko's Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Roko's Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Roko's Restaurant is good for kids.
