Snack Mahana RESA

A friend of ours recommended this restaurant. It was a bit of a walk from the cruise ship tender port, but definitely worth it. I had the garlic shrimp and my husband had the curry shrimp. Both were outstanding. Decent sized portions and friendly service and you can’t beat the view

Five Stars, One Tuna, and a Case of “The Fish in the Cabbage” I ordered the coconut-marinated tuna, and when I say the portion was enormous, I mean this fish showed up like it had ambitions to feed a small village. Normally, I’m the type who leaves no edible thing behind. This time? I was defeated. Respectfully. That plate could’ve easily fed two people. I was one bite away from needing a forklift. Since the forecast mentioned rain was rolling in and my hotel didn’t have an on-site restaurant, I decided to grab takeout for dinner. When I went to the desk to pay, the girl asked me how my meal was, and I told her I was so satisfied by the flavor and the portion size that I had nearly entered a full-blown food coma. We both laughed. Then I asked if they did takeout. She said yes, so I told her I’d like grilled tuna to go. She stepped away for a moment, came back, and said, “Sorry… the fish is already in the cabbage.” Now I stood there, absolutely lost, wondering if this was some kind of local cooking philosophy. It was almost closing time, so I wondered if all unsold fish was cooked into a cabbage dish. “So the fish is in the cabbage?” I asked again, a little confused. “Yes. All the fish is in the cabbage.” I asked for the menu, looking for non-fish items. She pointed to the wall where a copy of the menu was posted. I studied it and thought, Well, if the fish has entered the cabbage dimension, I’ll just try again because the grilled tuna sounds amazing. I’m also one to not take the first No seriously in life for everything, so I pointed to the grilled tuna and asked if I could get that to go. She said, “Yes, we have everything,” and I added shrimp curry to go. In my head, I was still wondering what the fish in the cabbage was all about. While waiting, my brain finally caught up with reality. She thought I was asking her to pack up the tiny leftover remains of my earlier coconut tuna. The “fish in the cabbage” had already been thrown away. Into the garbage. Gone. On a one-way trip to the afterlife. The realization hit me so hard I almost laughed out loud in the shop. English is not my first language, and this was my first day in Moorea. In the end, I walked away with fresh grilled tuna, curry shrimp, and a story I will now tell for the rest of my natural life. Food? Incredible. Portions? Generous. Service? Patient with slow-thinking tourists having cabbage-related epiphanies. Highly recommend — just be very clear about which fish you’re talking about. And also bring cash. No cards are accepted.

This place was so cute! Delicious food. Great service. CASH ONLY. We knew it would be good just by the amount of cars there.

This place was good and cute! I loved the lady’s in the kitchens energy. Food was good, I got the poison cru and my mother got the shrimp curry. Both were delicious! View is great. A little pricey.

Stepping into Snack Mahana RESA was an absolute delight, truly the highlight of my culinary experiences in Moorea! The casual beachfront setting immediately put me at ease, with our table offering a fantastic view right by the water. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed and authentic meal, and it’s clear why it's so popular – the seating fills up quickly! The food was simply incredible. I opted for the fried mahi-mahi with coconut sauce, and it was perfectly cooked, bursting with fresh flavor. My companion had the raw fish marinated in coconut milk (poisson cru), which was incredibly light, fresh, and utterly delicious – definitely a must-try. The portions were generous, offering fantastic value, especially compared to resort prices. Even with a busy lunch crowd, the service was friendly and efficient, and our food arrived promptly. The crew was very welcoming, and many spoke English, which was helpful. This isn't a fancy place, but its charm, delicious local food, and beautiful setting make it a truly unforgettable dining experience. Highly, highly recommended!

This place was delicious and had speedy service! It is cash only but they accept USD. I got the grilled mahi mahi with fries, it had garlic butter on top which was delicious! I’d highly recommend eating here!

We had a delicious lunch here with incredibly fresh fish—especially the poisson cru, which was light and flavorful. The casual beachfront setting made it even better. A perfect spot for a relaxed and tasty meal. Highly recommended for anyone wanting authentic and tasty local food in a beautiful setting.

This place is a dream. Got the the breaded mahi with coconut sauce and fresh lime, and washed it down with fresh squeezed pineapple juice. You sit out on the turquoise bay and watch thousands of fish, rays, and sharks as they glide by in the current. Topped it off with the brownie sundae which is served hot, topped with homemade coconut ice cream and deep vanilla whipped cream. Simply one of the best meals I've ever had in a restaurant. To top it off, the customer service here is outstanding. We arrived on the way to our destination with baggage and about 100 lb of groceries in tow. They graciously let us store it while we were eating. After our meal, we were trying to get a taxi, but because of the remote location it's pretty difficult to find one. After seeing our difficulty, the owner hopped out of the kitchen, threw all of our stuff in her van and whisked us off to our destination a few miles down the road. One of the kindest people I've ever met and this place definitely captures the welcoming spirit that we found throughout Moorea. We will be back. Thank you!