The 20 best coffee shops and best cafes in Upolu

What a hidden gem! Visited three times now for breakfast, and the garden cafe is lovely. Plunger coffee is good, food is great, and the service outstanding. The staff are friendly and efficient, and little touches like bringing a hand-fan and mozzie spray when seated in the garden is appreciated (having said that, I never saw any mozzies) In contrast to the resort where I stay, the wait-staff have obviously been trained well. The gift shop is well stocked and reasonably priced, with local and imported arts and crafts. Pacific Jewell really lives up to its name…..the garden cafe is an oasis of calm and although a bit tricky to find, it is well worth the effort

Service here is the best in Samoa, always greeted with a smile and 5 star customer service in the shop and cafe. Best quality handicrafts, jewellery and gifts at great prices not to mention the amazing garden cafe. They are amazing at elei fabric and do the loveliest dresses, shirts and lavalava. There's something for everyone here 😍

The gift shop has a great selection. I also went to the cafe and had the Thai beef salad. I was very nice.

Truly a hidden gem! They have a very large selection of local handmade items from craftsmen in surrounding villages and authentic clothing and fabrics that are hand printed and sewn in the store. If you want authentic, high quality, Samoan made items, this is your place. Once you go out back to the cafe, it feels like you’ve stepped into a hidden tropical oasis. The garden is stunning and the food is exceptional. I highly recommend the Tile omelette and the Sasalapa drink. If you’re feeling like a bit extra, order the crepes and lemongrass tea. You won’t be disappointed. 10/10 must visit if you’re visiting Apia.

Amazing garden cafe, surrounded by beautiful plants. Food and coffee was good. The gift shop has a great selection of souvenirs and gifts. It’s lovely to sit out amongst the plants, however a few mosquitoes around but insect repellent is provided.

Love the garden setting, well landscaped & seems like you are far from town. Loved the sandwich & sasalapa drink I had but would not recommend the bagel (more like a bun or muffin). Great ambience!

Premium crafts made in Samoa so price is a little more than you'll find in the markets but there is no doubt most of what is here you will not see at the markets. Had lunch here also with family friends who live nearby. Food was delicious. The staff were mega friendly and there was no pressure to buy anything at all. Free to roam the shop and amazed at every turn. Walked away with bags of jewellery and homeware decore.

Great food; Nicely balanced meals. Good coffee. Very NZ / AUS geared. Staff very rushed to move people along ( which was a bummer ) Worthwhile to go if you need a good bite to eat and a great coffee.

Very odd rating I know but this is how it went. The wait staff were smiling and polite and did there best in a very busy and cramped cafe. My biggest issues was the clearly power tripping woman behind the counter, and smashing that dam bell so hard my ears started to ring. Ding ding ding ding ding ding ding, with way to much force than needed and clearly there was some issue between her and the wait staff, even If they where with customers she continued to smash on the dam thing. That's why the rating is what it is and I would NOT go back. The food especially my fish and chips came out cold, the chips soft and without the sauce would of been flavorless, an island Cafe and such poor fish? The coleslaw had some type of slime to it. How this place has such I high rating is beyond me.

Nourish Café offers an immaculate vibe with a spacious and beautifully decorated setting. There’s both indoor (air-conditioned!) and outdoor seating, which makes it a comfortable spot for any kind of visit. The menu is impressively diverse — from steak and waffles to poke bowls and even nasi goreng! I tried the nasi goreng, and while it’s not exactly traditional, it was still very tasty. The highlight for me was the blueberry cheesecake waffle — absolutely out of this world! If you prefer your waffles on the crunchier side, be aware these come drenched in a rich, flavorful sauce… but honestly, it’s so delicious, I didn’t mind at all. Their iced latte was excellent as well. I highly recommend adding a flavored syrup (available for an extra charge) — totally worth it. Service was prompt and friendly, and overall, I had a wonderful experience. I’m already looking forward to my next visit!

My dad is a fussy eater and a hard man to please so you know you’ve done a good job when he won’t stop raving about the fish and chips from nourished. We arrived in Apia this morning and were absolutely destroyed. We needed some sustained and I found Nourish on Google Maps. It lived up to its expectations and we had such a good meal

From the moment we walked in. The staff at Nourish welcomed us and we were seated in no time time. Selection of hot and cold drinks were great. Food was served just as quick and was exceptional. Recommend to anyone wanting a relaxing coffee and bite. Will be back.

Service is really a highlight. The waitress are super accommodating and friendly. My sister loves a a strong coffee. She will have 4 shots back home, in australia. From me it was too strong and the flavour was

Visited 2nd August. Nice ambience. Cool inside. The place was 60% full around 9:45am. Staff friendly enough, but it took awhile to be waited. We ordered Nourish soup & eggs Benedict with 2 large flat white. Coffee came in about 10mins. Waited a long time for food, at least 30mins. Soup was super plain, more like a boil-up. Egg Benedict came with 2 small halved buns topped up with eggs. Portion was small in relation to cost. Under-whelming overall. Large coffee with alternative milk is like medium but cost $15 WST I don’t recommend, sorry.

Pretty decent seafood available such as grilled fishes, sashimi and poke. Ordered the hoki fish and chips and it was fresh and tasty. Generous serving of french fries. This eatery requires you to queue to order. After which, a buzzer will alert you when the food is ready for collection. Don't expect much service

Located at the far right end of the Apia near the jetties. I ordered the fish and chips. The serve and the taste was great. The service by the two gentlemen working that day were pleasant as well. I like tasting fish and chips from different locations. This one passed for me. Try it out. The dine-in atmosphere was a bit dull but if you want a quick bite it doesn't really matter. Overall, 4 out 5 for good tasting food and service.

Noticed food is bland across our food order (squid rings, chicken, seafood platter even the prawn fettuccine pasta. Service is fine though a little wait time due to the place is busy at lunch time service. The Ice cream shack in front is good place to get your sweet treats

Was almost put off coming here by the low rating but after eating here and reading through the reviews I can see that it is just people taking issue with the service. Yes, it's a bit unusual that you have to order at the counter and pay before you eat, but if you gave me that option or theatrical American style tip-hungry service I'd pick the former every time. Now back the main reason why you go to a restaurant... the food! Their tuna poke was by far my favourite and the most flavourful dish that I ate during my week in Samoa so if you're after a real taste of Polynesia during your stay in Apia this is definitely the place to come

It's a basic fish n chips place. Great value for money. We got the chowder, toastie, fish of the day pan fried, chips, sashimi to die for, so fresh. I see comments about service, ours was brilliant. Wanted a couple of extra bits, no charge and bought to is quickly. For a basic F & C feed with some tasty extras, can't go past it

Seafood Gourmet is a humble dining experience. Once you arrive you go to the back of the Restaurant to the register to order food. I had the fish and chips with squid rings on the side. The food fits the criteria. Also at the front of he Restaurant is a desert bar which is enjoyed by many locals, I enjoyed my ice cream here.

Visited 2 weeks ago for late lunch. Have had people recommend this place. Ordered fish & chips $17tala and poke & oka ($10 each). Cheap. Fish was fresh and generous chips. Oka was also nice. Poke was horrible..the texture of the fish had changed and i can only compare it to the inside of a jelly bean texture...hard gel. Maybe it was an old batch that had been sitting in its marinade way too long.

Great coffee shop with tons of choices! It's a local favorite for a quick lunch. Loved that it was air-conditioned. I cooled down fast on the hottest part of the day. Update: Came back for some late breakfast! Yum...going 5 🌟

Coffee was very good- we had a flat white and cappuccino. Both were done very well and coffee was very strong. Got a meat pie and tuna sandwich to go- both were tasty! Accepts card or cash. Plenty of seating and parking and clean bathrooms. They have non dairy milk alternatives (soy and almond milk)

Worth a visit, enjoyed the wall with coffee quotes. Coffee ok. Air con and clean toilets

Has to be one of the best coffee spots on the island. Did not get a chance to dine in, but had takeaway coffees most days.

Absolutely wow beautiful cafe Such delightful staff Very clean And the food oh the food sooooo yum

Best coffee in Samoa, Excellent service and food. Thank you Dan, SEKI 🫃

Was Shown this place by my cousin who is the High Court Judge in Samoa. (Not that anyone asked!! Low key flexing!) Hidden Gem, hands down the baddest coffee in all of Samoa. Coffee is out the gate!! Great place to have breakfast, awesome environment. Staff are really friendly. The male waiter who served us is the man, very polite, checks on how things are, asks if our meals are alright etc. Other Venues should take note on how customer service focused these people are. Well trainned, well mannered staff. Have been back 3 times in my current trip. Will continue to return here each time I visit Samunda. Keep up the good work and awesome customer Service!! Faafetai Lava

Nice little oasis in the forest, was not easy to find though! Once you drive to the end of the road off Cross Island Road, take a right into the gate where it says "do not trespass" lol. Road was bumpy so definitely need a 4WD. Was not surprised when we got there only saw pick up trucks at the parking lot area. The breakfast food we ordered was standard (pancakes, american breakfast) but the chicken panini lacked flavor, I could barely finish it, though the portion was generous. Maybe some sauce or more cheese? Would go back for the relaxing set up. Bring bug spray and stay for the waterfall sounds surrounding you!

It wasn’t easy to find but so glad we did. The cafe is set in a 5 acre privately owned property surrounded by forest with the sounds of a waterfall and running water in the background. It’s not the easiest of places to find but if coming over the crossroads heading to Apia town it’s not far after the Bai Hai temple, though the small sign could only be seen if coming from Apia town. The food here was extremely tasty! Two of us had crispy chicken wrap, which was quite big, the toasted tuna sandwich and chicken panini were also very tasty. We decided to have desserts which were huge! The meals were really good value. We’d definitely recommend eating here.

Very nice food, pretty setting. The road is rough but you don't need a 4x4, although something with reasonable clearance would be helpful. I had a delicious vegetarian omelette.

my favourite place to go to. Away from the crowd, beautiful location and amazing food. Will always come back here with my family. Can’t wait for the roads to be fixed again such a hidden gem . Beautiful fresh air also and lovely atmosphere

Do not let the intimidating, downward gravel drive put you off of visiting Forest Cafe - it's setting within a forest that boasts a waterfall make this a hidden gem. This is some seriously delicious home style food that will set you up for a full day of exploring the ever beautiful Samoa if that is what you seek. I had the 'American' Breakfast and Pancakes with bacon to share, and while that might sound mediocre it was incredibly delicious and so clearly cooked with love (I only have a photo of the pancakes because I devoured my breakfast faster than i anticipated). Chanel was warm, inviting and friendly, so much so it felt like I had returned to Mum's for Sunday brunch. Enjoy!!

This slice of paradise was so beautiful 😍 stunning spot, cheap food and so good!! Nice portions, absolutely lovely staff. The road is dodgy but worth the bumpy trip! It is cash only though 😄

Really good food at a reasonable price. Don't let the sketchy gravel road turn you away, the food is really good and the view of the rainforest is great. Piece of advice, if the black chalk board that's says Forest cafe open isn't on the intersection with Cross Island Rd. It isn't open.

Very impressive! I definitely enjoyed my visit. Service was exceptional, on par with high-class establishments. The food was amazing and cooked to my liking. Keep up the quality service! I will definitely try the cakes and pastries next visit!

Before our little tiki tour of the island, we had to go try the viral and famous Coconut & Pineapple Slice at Milani Cafè & Cakes. My expectations were exceeded because it was the best cake slice I've had in my life, creamy, coconuty and pineappley; it was amazingly decadent. Also ordered a Koko Samoa Frappe, some Minty Mango smoothies (one with and without mint) and a vegan poke bowl, all delicious and exceptional. Inside it was clean and inviting, and it took only seconds to be greeted by wait staff as we entered, they were extremely helpful and friendly. Would recommend visiting if you are ever in Apia, Samoa. You will not regret it.

After having a meal at Paddles last night, we were referred here by the owners brother. We didn’t regret it either! After a morning of being out on the boat fishing, we were famished so we split a serving of bao, I had the chicken wrap and the old man had the pasta. We demolished everything! It’s a quaint, lovely cafe with immaculate service - loved it!

As soon as we arrived to Samoa, we had to come and check this place out! The waiters were very welcoming and helpful, the variety of the menu was great! Service was excellent and the food was so fresh and delicious! The viral pineapple and coconut cake was definitely worth the hype, I highly recommend this cafe.

I follow Milani Cafe on IG so it was definitely on my go-to list when we were on holiday in Samoa with my family. They shared a slice of their famous Pineapple Coconut cake whilst waiting for their Mango smoothies and top seller Koko Samoa Frappe - All amazing! They even opened their kitchen to make me their Plant based lunch bowl. (It was that delicious, I forgot to take a pic). Amazing staff, amazing service & atmosphere, amazing owner who we chatted to. Will def come back 😀

Top tier breaky that's actually worth your money. Than you have the dessert section which is the best I've had by far in Samoa🤤Coffee is a tad bit on the sweeter side, so you can order it to your liking🙂 I would 100% recommend this cafe🥳 Also, customer Service was amazing (definitely an 11/10) very considerate when it comes to kids. The waiter❤️I forget his name but he is so thoughtful✅️

Amazing 4 egg omelet. Real bacon and generous portion size! .Great coffee and the cabinet food was stunning. 8 years between visits to Samoa and 8 years since we were last at Milani's. Oscar was the waiter who looked after our table. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you. Enjoy the coffee. Enjoy the cakes and enjoy the food!

Nice view but unfortunately that's all it had going for it. Waited over an hour and a half for food. With a 3 and 4 year old that is hard, could have bought their bowl of chips out first. Fish burger and chips were OK, chicken wrap was bland and the vege nachos were awful, tasted like a bean mix covered in stock powder was not edible. Milkshakes amd smoothies were nice however will not be back was disappointed

Been here a few times, service, atmosphere, and views are great. Good family time. The seafood platter $60 is overpriced and bought 2 beers and a smoothie all of it came to $100 ... how much are the drinks? No reciepts given, no prices on the drink menu. Felt underwhelmed on this part..... such a nice evening with family though.

Great place to visit and get a lovely drink and watch the world go by.

Been here a number of times during our visits to samoa. Great spot during the day for a few drinks and a bit to eat. Very busy party atmosphere in the evening that may suit the younger visitors.

We just got a couple of beers to cool off before getting back on our cruise ship after walking around the city all day. The beer was cold and it was nice to sit right on the water. The service was abysmal though. We saw a few servers after placing our order for a round of beer, but then they rarely came to our table and were incredibly hard to even wave down, as if they were actively trying to avoid us. I'm sure that wasn't the case, but it was almost comically bad service. They weren't very busy either, with maybe 6 other tables between 3 servers... But if you want to cool off before getting back on your cruise ship, I'd still go back.

I went fishing in the morning. This was the first place we visited after being at sea most of the day. The food and drinks were well priced, served fast and was nice 👍👍 with a tiny bit of work, this place could be humming with business. The location is well positioned. Customer service was on point. The cold beers were a lovely touch, to celebrate a seki day Sea, catching fish 🐟 ⛵ 🍺🍻 just be mindful, there are a few peddlers around. Ran into the same dude about 5 times lol.

We visited the marina one evening for drinks and a light meal. The setting was beautiful and relaxing. We ordered drinks and some tuna sashimi, but after an hour and a half — and a second round of drinks — our food still hadn’t arrived. The large table next to us also hadn’t been served, so we eventually left without eating. We can’t comment on the food itself, but the service let the experience down.

Arrived at 1:30 and were told kitchen was closed. I reminded staff that website and sign outside said open until 3:30. Chef said he would re-open. Should have left it closed. Chicken schnitzel was OK but sea bass was undercooked. Needed another couple minutes - was very soft and little taste. Smothered in sauce that tasted like eggs. Not good at all. Last visit to this cafe. Nice atmosphere and hotel area looks nice but food needs improvement. Tofa.

Great food with Friendly staff. Recommend this place for lunch. I will be going back again before going home.

Greatest variety of salad<3 You can also take away.

This place was such a good find on our holiday! Service was immediate as soon as we walked to the counter. The wait time for food was great, only 10-15min top. For drinks it was under 5 minutes! Food menu had a good selection especially for the kids food! The Cocktail menu was equally as good too. Also the view of the river and a wide range of seating both indoor & outdoor to choose from.

I can’t travel anywhere without trying a burger and was lucky enough to grab an amazing burger from Phat Burger. I tackled the Big Uso and even though it beat me by a couple of bites it was an awesome burger, tasty beef, cheese and bacon, crunchy onion rings and complimented with fresh lettuce, tomato and sauce. My partner loved her chicken burger and the rest of the menu looked great also. I’ll be back next time I’m in Apia to give one of their steak burgers a try as they sounded awesome.

Phat Burger is definitely the spot if you’re looking for a big, tasty feed in Apia! I ordered The Dominator with three patties, and it was absolutely delicious – juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. Every bite was so satisfying, and it really lived up to the name! The tacos slap! 10/10 The place is open-air, which gives it a cool island vibe, but I recommend bringing some mosquito repellent just in case. Other than that, it’s an awesome spot to hang out, enjoy good food, and leave with a full stomach. Highly recommend if you’re craving a proper burger in Samoa!

Burger shake and mac and cheese bites were spectacular. Easily best burgers in Samoa. Very good service from staff, great DJ mix to listen to while you're there with bits of kiwi music

All the locals will recommend it and as an Aussie it comes highly recommended. Fresh produce and delicious. Plenty of options, huge range of burgers too and mainly gf through the menu 100% try this out.... a must! Cocktails are epic! Shame we didn't go a few times. Lovely spot and beautiful art on the walls, shack style place with air-conditioning.

We had burgers and chips here last night and it was awesome! We got 4 different burgers, including one of 3 vegetarian/vegan burgers and they all tasted lovely! The restaurant has a lovely tropical garden and small river. The staff were so sweet and informative, and were nice enough to call a taxi for us to take us home afterwards. Thank you very much! We will recommend your restaurant to friends of our who will be visiting Samoa/Apia in the future!

Awesome burger joint definitely a must eatery when in Samoa. Love the vibe and service, had to purchase their merch which was a t.shirt for our son who told us about this place. Burgers on point and my husband has had many burgers around the world. Keep up the great work this place slaps 💯in Samoa!!

All Things Sweet has done a few things for me and I am so impressed by their service and professionalism. My mums 70th birthday cake was truly amazing and so is my nieces graduation boxes with biscuits with their names on it. My nieces were besides themselves. It is not just me that does orders through them, my cousins does it as well from overseas like I do.😁 It is a beautiful way to send love to your family.

A quiet peaceful place for a coffee and scones or cakes. Coffee was extra hot as we requested. Very reasonable price. Helpful and relaxing. Not a large space but enough to manage 3 to 5 couples. We went there every morning ...thanks. Brian

Beautiful service and team. Ordered my husband’s cake whilst in Australia and they made the experience very easy. Highly recommend for special occasions to celebrate loved ones☺️

It was the first time my family and I ate at All Things Sweet and it was amazing. Honestly the atmosphere was cozy and the food was delicious.

😢🥺😢🥺😢 sadly we discovered this pearl the last day of vacation. Really noce coffee and amazing banana bread. I saw some plates coming out from the kitchen and they were stunning. Next time we will go here for our breakfast.

Strong recommendation to go here for coffee, breakfast or lunch! Tasty and fresh food, friendly and fast service and really good coffee (by far the best I‘ve had on Samoa) And free WiFi 🙂

Cappucino and Americano were good. Nice place. They have wifi internet but they have no electricity plug.

Kofe Haus in Apia is one of the best places to go for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Since my dad and mum both work there as chefs, I have experienced some really great food. Everything is fresh, tasty, and full of flavour. The restaurant feels comfortable and welcoming, making it a nice place to relax or enjoy a meal with friends and family. The staff members are wonderful too. As soon as you walk in, they greet you with a smile and make you feel welcome. Everyone is friendly and helpful, which makes the visit even better. I would definitely recommend Kofe Haus to anyone looking for delicious food and good service. I always enjoy going back.

Outstanding cafe and restaurant Pop deco athletic with notes of German influence, our Samoan hosts were gracious in this fun eatery 🤙 Definite Stop for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

A perfect example of "dead weight". Too many employees standing around doing nothing. You have to wait almost a half hour for someone to come around even though it's empty . They just look at you as if you're an inconvenience to them. An interruption to their personal conversations. Also, how do you run out of bacon at 8am? The service is subpar and the food is mediocre. I don't know who owns this rundown establishment, but they either need to get it together or shut it all down.

Had the beef soup wow it was incredible light and so full of flavour the meat was melt in your mouth soft, I will definitely come back

one of my favourite breakfast spots. the shrimp omlette is my favourite and the staff are very friendly.

Cozy place to get a Good Bite, Great customer service 👌 Tasty Food 🥗 Great Location for those who want to go out for a good feed in Vaitele Area but dont want to drive all the way into town. Heaps of Parking space 🚘The chips are always hot, and they have a sweet selection of deserts for those with a sweet tooth. Below is a Picture of the OKA & the Beef Snitchzel

I had a lovely host, this was my third visit. The special was a curry dish, thoroughly enjoyed it while my partner had the Steak. We sat outside as it’s our preference, it’s local and highly recommended.

This is a lovely little place with a vegetarian menu. That's why I stopped by. They open from 6:00am to 1:30pm so only available for breaky and lunch. I ordered a mushroom and pesto penini for takeaway and it was tasty. The service was great and very friendly. I was kept updated about the progress of my order. They also wished me a good day as I existed. All these are nice touch to make one welcomed. I give 5 🌟s for the food, service and atmosphere.

What a gem in Apia. Amazing vegan food! I had a delicious sushi bowl and then took a mushroom and pesto panini takeaway back to my fancy hotel as the food is so much better at Kure. Lovely service and reasonable prices too.

I've been at Kure Juice Bar yesterday. Hot day in Apia and this kind of oasis appeared for partner and me. Delicious food, extremely tasty and a variety of vegan options what if almost impossible to find. Staff super kind and friendly. I even can't say anything to improve. It's perfect. Thanks!

We only ordered drinks, but the service was lovely 😍 👌 great smoothie, cute place, was very busy but worth going for a relaxed enjoyable cool drink or pop into get a coffee in the same building too. Two businesses in the one building. A little confusing but just ask the friendly staff to help.

Honestly, some of the most delicious food in Samoa by far!! We came here nearly every day since arriving in Samoa. 2 of our favourite dishes were the Pesto Burger and the Mushroom Pesto Panini - both out of this world! Everything on the menu is good. Highly recommended to anyone and everyone and we'll certainly be back when we are next in Samoa. 🌴❤️

I should’ve taken a photo of the smoothie too, but there is just no way a photograph could capture how sublimely delicious it was. If you are in Samoa, and want fresh vegetarian (or vegan) food, you must come here - Healthiest food on the island! It does take a bit longer than other places, but it is worth it, you will be thanking me 😊😊😊

Service and food are always good at Kure.

Delicious, friendly, clean, and comfortable. Visiting from Australia and we were wrapped to stop in here for brunch, tons of options and everything we had was delicious. If you’re looking for a satisfying meal in comfort this is the spot. 🙏

I’ve had a few omelettes for breakfast in my time, however the ham, cheese and tomato omelette at Pickled Lam in Apia is awesome. In fact it’s so good I’ve just had my 4th and is was just as good as the first three. 5⭐️’s.

I came in for a coffee and was super impressed with the baked goods, prepared meals and deli goods available. You name it, they had it - olives, cheese, cold cuts etc etc friendly service and the cappuccino hit the spot!

Nice cafe, service from wait staff is great, but very disappointed by service from one of the owners. My son was using our phones to keep him occupied and the owner (woman) approached our table and POKED my 6 year old and told him to turn the phone down. I have no issue with her asking the adults for the phone to be turned down. We were enjoying our family breakfast so much we didn't even notice and that was our mistake. I appreciate we should have been more mindful. Under no circumstances should an adult approach a child and poke them when other adults are there to be spoken to. Incredibly poor service and we would not return here due to this behaviour. I was in shock and disbelief at the time so didn't say anything but feel this was unacceptable. It definitely ruined our otherwise enjoyable breakfast together. A shame because everything else was good - wait staff are lovely, food is good and cafe is nice also.

Great spot for breakfast. Also loved their little containers of hummus, roasted red peppers, cheeses etc that I used for charcuterie

First time in Samoa and a friend took me to this place for coffee! Once there I noticed they also served food and considering the latte was so delicious I came back for lunch. The steak I ordered was perfectly done and tasted amazing. I also added a donut to finish the meal. Why not? Oh and the service was excellent. Highly recommend!e

We dined here for lunch. For entree I had the squid and my partner had mussels. The squid was tender but just needed a little more spic. My partner enjoyed the mussels. For mains my partner had the fish and I had a chicken salad. My partner thoroughly enjoyed the fish and the salad was delicious. The wine list is solid and I enjoyed a glass of rose. The service was excellent. We will go again. They do a pretty good sourdough as well. Oh and the tiramisu I took away was delicious!

We had the pleasure of indulging in a delightful pre-massage treat at the charming Rivaiv Cafe. With some time to spare, we ventured into this oasis of refreshment to quench our thirst and satisfy our sweet cravings. Stepping into the cafe, we were immediately greeted by the blissful embrace of cool air conditioning, providing respite from the heat of the day. As we settled into our seats, we couldn't help but be enchanted by the fantastic music playing in the background. It was impossible to resist humming along and even singing out loud to a few songs. Our taste buds were in for a treat as we perused the menu. I opted for the tantalizing vai ti polo and a delectable mini pavlova, while my companion, Eli, chose the refreshing Iced Koko Samoa drink and a slice of delectable carrot cake. With every bite and sip, we were transported to a world of flavors and culinary delight. The sweets were irresistibly delicious, leaving us with satisfied smiles on our faces. The ambiance of the cafe itself was a feast for the eyes. Vibrant colors and modern decor adorned the space, creating a delightful atmosphere that perfectly complemented our overall experience. It was evident that attention to detail and aesthetic appeal were important to Rivaiv Cafe, making our visit all the more enjoyable. In summary, our visit to Rivaiv Cafe was a delightful addition to our day. The cool respite, fantastic music, scrumptious treats, and inviting decor all contributed to a memorable experience. We highly recommend stopping by this charming establishment to indulge in their delectable offerings. #PattyAndEliTravelDiaries

We came here for lunch. The staff were nice and told us in advance that it would be a bit of a wait which we appreciated. Food was good. Portions were pretty big to the point that we needed to ask for takeaway containers. Service was great. Support local cafes, they are usually way better than resorts/hotels in Apia.

Absolutely loved this gem! Service is everything and the wait staff at this Cafe are absolute gems! Turmeric Juice is amazing! Coffee is 💯 All the food from Breakfast to Lunch to Desserts is full of flavour and so well presented. For anyone looking for somewhere to relax, unwind or just have a good coffee or juice needs to try this place. By far the best of the many cafes I tried.

Nice and cozy. Both drinks and food are good with huge portion.

Awesome restaurant/cafe to chill an enjoy amazing food. Customer service is good and the overall setting of the restaurant pretty neat as well. I’m giving 4 stars bc last time I had ordered the poke bowl the fish seemed to not have any seasonings or sauce what so ever. But overall it’s a pretty good place with awesome food and a chill setting.

Food is amazing! The poke bowl was to die for. The coffee was great and the decor is beautiful. Highly recommend if you are ever in town.

Great cafe! Wonderful customer service. They have an excellent chai latte. You MUST come and try it. I also asked them to make me a custom breakfast burrito and they did no questions asked. Plus it was OP. Three thumbs up.

Huge, reasonably priced meals with some nice local twists, e.g. breadfruit or taro hash instead of potato. We had the pancakes (small stack), an eggs Benedict, a baked bean breakfast, a big breaky, a banana smoothie, and a tropical fruit smoothie. All were very good. Great coffee here and large cups too. Service was slow & one smoothie forgotten but apparently that is uncharacteristic of this place. Really nice lunch menu so would return for that

Service was friendly but incompetent. My small coffee cost $13 (WST). Placed our order twice with 2 different waiters and the 2nd waiter didn't know what "panikeke" were despite it being on the menu and needed to go out back to ask. We really only came for the "Whipped Apia" Gelato that the signs boasted out front. So we ordered banana fritters but asked to swap out the vanilla ice cream for their Special Whipped Apia Coconut Jam Gelato. It tasted exactly like french vanilla so we were confused as to whether we actually had just been served their regular vanilla but charged an extra $8 per dish. We asked for clarification and they assured us it was the special ice cream. But instead of making allowances for the fact that ice cream was swapped out...we were charged as if there was the normal ice cream PLUS the cost of the additional special gelato which ended up being an expensive ice cream stop lol. So our advice is to not bother with the hype of the Whipped Apia Gelato. Fritters were yum, panikeke were nice and coffee was great (but stupidly expensive). Soy milk costs $3 extra?! Then an extra shot costs another $3?! Small coffee ended up costing $13 (WST)

Coffee Bean has very awesome coffee's. My personal favorite is their flat whites. But, they have a variety of coffees available as well, from cappuccino, fraps, mocachino and many more. The place also serves delicious cup cakes, muffins, sandwiches and tasty treats to go along with your cuppa. It is a very cozy place that would be highly recommended for book worms to fade away to into their stories while enjoying their coffee. Also, they have a very friendly bunch working there, makes you feel at home while you await the barrista's final product to be served. There is also an outdoor space if you feel like soaking in some sun (although I would recommend you stay inside the nice and cool air con lol). Hope this review helps anyone deciding to visit coffee bean or not. The coffee will be worth your $10 lol Cheers. Tofa soifua

stumble upon this cafe by the beach road when i was on holiday in Samoa. coming from a hospitality and culinary background my target is always food and drink. therefore; - Best Samoan hospitality from Andrew and the rest of the staff - has the tastiest coffee you can find in town! - brunch was mouth-watering! Fusion Samoan food i would say. keep up the good job Chef!! - they have different activities/ classes/ entertainments daily. etc salsa night on a Wednesday live band on a Thursday night Polynesian dance/art/culture on a (not exactly sure which day) learning Samoan language although i regretted not taking a nice pic there with all of them ='(

Pleasantly surprised by the quality of the coffee at this joint. Coffee was on par with my home town in Melbourne, which is a big call. After finding this place it ended up being my ‘go to’ for my morning coffee fix. Had a couple of lunches here too and found it to be tasty and fresh. Definitely worth a visit. Catch you next time when I’m in town.

Really worth a visit if you'd like some peace and quiet and Coffees. Food is pretty good. Cainet baked sweets are good. I like the way they put local foods and vegetables on the menu and some gluten free foods away well. Eggs bene worth a try because they used some breadfruit the days I had it. Very tasty although cook might need some training help with the sauce making process.

Definitely not like in Australia but the best on the island for sure. The machine does the great job with espresso but for latte art you need one of the guys. But even so I can't tell the difference between cappuccino/latte/flat white (apart from the chocolate powder of course). I appreciate late closing hours. The chairs are not that comfy for long sitting, however.

Never a disappointment! I love visiting this cozy cafe when I’m in Samoa. This place has the best coffee on the island!! Breakfast dishes are very well presented and delicious! Also the best customer service I’ve seen from any restaurant on the island. Happy staff makes happy customers!! Highly recommended!!!

Great location next to ssab. Good service, great coffee and dessert items.

BBQ was good but it has gotten worse that way they cook it. Chicken is not bbqed but boiled and topped with sauce . False advertised as BBQ but should be advertised as boiled chicken.

Had the little Brekky, onion definitely made it and the crispy bacon and scrambled eggs were 👌🏾 Coffee was great. Owner was lovely I think she was the owner. Real lovely lady.

Highly recommend their French toast for breakfast. Went back a few days later for lunch and had a lovely Chicken Fettuccine.

Prawn & Cheese Omelette on the Breakfast specials is a must try.

Customer service and food is great! A bit small but still cozy to have a relaxing lunch date.

Beautiful place with yummy food.

food is very tasty & staff are soo friendly.

Came here for breakfast, food was good and service was friendly and welcoming.

Good food and great service.

Great place. Had breakfast here twice with the kids. Nice food, good coffee and atmosphere :)

Great food, great service, relaxing environment. Highly recommended.

Tasty Pizza nice cappuccino