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Halal Food In Bora Bora – Complete Guide On Where To Eat

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If you’re visiting Bora Bora soon then you might be wondering where to find halal food in Bora Bora.

You’re not the only one. That’s why I’ve put together this awesome guide on where you can find the best halal food.

I’ve included restaurants both on the main island and at the most popular resorts.

What is the Religion of Bora Bora?

Christianity is the dominant religion in Bora Bora. For this reason, you may find it a struggle to find halal meat in Bora Bora.

Some people think that Bora Bora is Muslim but this isn’t true. It’s sometimes confused with the Maldives which is a Muslim country.

In fact, there are only an estimated 500 Muslims in French Polynesia total, however most of them live in Tahiti where you’ll find a mosque.

Halal Food in Bora Bora

As Bora Bora is a Christian country, the meat is not halal in most restaurants.

Food options are fairly limited in Bora Bora with French and Polynesian cuisine being the most popular choice.

You can also find some Asian cuisine and the odd burger but that’s about it.

Due to the lack of halal meat, the best way to ensure you’re eating halal in Bora Bora is by eating vegetarian or fish/seafood based meals. 

Unfortunately the restaurants in Bora Bora just don’t order in halal meat as the numbers of Muslims visiting are small overall. 

Luckily fish is super common in Bora Bora and a speciality so you won’t have any trouble at all finding it.

If you’re wanting to budget for meals then check out my guide to food & restaurant prices in Bora Bora.

Here’s a few of my favorite restaurants in Bora Bora which have some excellent Muslim-friendly dishes:

St James Restaurant

St James Restaurant is often ranked as one of Bora Bora’s top restaurants. Their menu features French cuisine mixed with Polynesian flavors.

Halal dishes on the menu at St James:

  • Half-cooked red ahi tuna
  • Homemade fish stew
  • Tomato tart
  • Vegetable risotto 
  • Lagoon fish
  • Brie with truffles
  • Beluga caviar
  • Local fresh spiny lobster

Check the full menu here.

Bloody Mary’s

Bloody Mary’s is one of Bora Bora’s most famous restaurants as it has played host to many celebrities and travelers over the years including Pierce Brosnan and astronaut Buzz Aldrin.

Their menu features a range of international dishes.

Halal dishes on the menu at Bloody Mary’s:

  • Tofu veggie burger
  • Deep fried shrimp
  • Fish and chips
  • Sashimi
  • Breaded fish wrap
  • Tuna salad sandwich
  • Vegetarian grilled cheese sandwich 

Check the full menu here.

Bora Bora Yacht Club

Bora Bora Yacht Club offers amazing views of the lagoon and a Mediterranean and Tahitian based menu mainly consisting of fish and seafood.

Halal dishes on the menu at Bora Bora Yacht Club:

  • Filet of fish with rice
  • Vegetarian tagliatelle
  • Red tuna with vegetables
  • Tagliatelle with fish
  • Swordfish with tangerine
  • Goat cheese salad
  • Roasted scallops

Check the full menu here.

St Regis Bora Bora Restaurants

If you’re staying at the St Regis Bora Bora resort then you’ll likely eat food at one of their restaurants most nights.

The most popular restaurants for dinner at St Regis are the Lagoon Restaurant by Jean-Georges and Bam Boo Restaurant.

Lagoon Restaurant by Jean-Georges

This top rated restaurant combines French and Asian flavors together, creating a super unique menu.

Fresh fish caught in the waters around Bora Bora is always on the menu along with other locally sourced ingredients.

Halal dishes on the menu at the Lagoon Restaurant by Jean-Georges:

  • Several different types of fish including uravena, mahi mahi and more
  • Beetroot salad
  • Scallop sashimi
  • Eggplant & pepper tortelli 
  • Rice cracker tuna 

Bam Boo Restaurant

Bam Boo Restaurant offers the ultimate Asian dining experience.

Halal dishes on the menu at Bam Boo Restaurant:

  • Sushi 
  • Seaweed salad
  • Sashimi 
  • Fish teppanyaki 
  • Shrimp with sichuan peppers
  • Vegetable yaki udon
  • Shrimp tempura 
  • Vegetable tempura 

Four Seasons Bora Bora Restaurants

If you’re staying at the Four Seasons Bora Bora resort then you’ll likely eat food at one of their restaurants most nights.

The most popular restaurants for dinner at the Four Seasons are Arii Moana, Vaimiti and the Fare Hoa Beach Bar & Grill.

Arii Moana

Arii Moana features classic dishes from the Mediterranean region.

Halal dishes on the menu at Arii Moana:

  • Several different fish dishes
  • Tomato and feta salad
  • Hummus
  • Fennel salad
  • Truffle french fries 
  • Broccoli flan

Check the full menu here.

Vaimiti

Vaimiti restaurant is set overwater and serves a fantastic range of Asian food.

Halal dishes on the menu at Vaimiti:

  • Spicy salmon with rice
  • Grilled red tuna tataki
  • Miso soup
  • Sashimi
  • Fish with vegetables
  • Lobster tempura
  • Tofu larb gai
  • Roasted mushrooms

Check the full menu here.

Fare Hoa Beach Bar & Grill

This is an open-air restaurant set on the sand by the lagoon. It features a modern grill concept serving local fish and a selection of other dishes.

Halal dishes on the menu at Fare Hoa Beach Bar & Grill:

  • Oysters
  • Vegan burger 
  • Grilled lobster 
  • French fries
  • Mixed green salad
  • Grilled prawn skewer
  • Grilled octopus

Check the full menu here.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui Restaurants

If you’re staying at the Conrad Bora Bora Nui resort then you’ll likely eat food at one of their restaurants most nights.

The most popular restaurants for dinner at Conrad are Iriatai and Banyan.

Iriatai

Iriatai offers a menu of classic French cuisine. It has fantastic views of Bora Bora’s famous blue lagoon.

Halal dishes on the menu at Iriatai:

  • Chilean sea bass filet 
  • Tahitian salad
  • Blue shrimps with macaroni
  • Mahi mahi fish with eggplant
  • Lobster
  • Tabbouleh (salad) with green vegetables

Check the full menu here.

Banyan

Banyan offers a great range of seafood and modern Chinese cuisine.

Halal dishes on the menu at Banyan:

  • Wok-fried lagoon fish
  • Tofu with vegetables
  • Wok-fried vegetables
  • Seafood fried rice
  • Wok-fried rice with egg
  • Lobster with sweet spicy sauce
  • Prawns with chili sauce
  • Vegetable dumplings

Check the full menu here.

InterContinental Thalasso Restaurants

If you’re staying at the InterContinental Thalasso resort then you’ll likely eat food at one of their restaurants most nights.

The most popular restaurants for dinner at InterContinental Thalasso are Le Corail Restaurant, Sands Restaurant and Reef Restaurant.

Le Corail Restaurant

Le Corail Restaurant offers gourmet dining and a range of different options when it comes to food.

Halal dishes on the menu at Le Corail Restaurant:

  • Octopus
  • Roasted mahi mahi fish with vegetables
  • Eggplant with falafel

Check the full menu here.

Sands Restaurant

Sands Restaurant is located on the beach and offers a range of local and international cuisine with an Asian influence.

Halal dishes on the menu at Sands Restaurant:

  • Noodles with vegetables
  • Spaghetti with tomato sauce
  • Vegetable pizza
  • Salads 
  • Tuna with salad and rice
  • Grilled lobster
  • Fried octopus
  • Swordfish filet
  • Fish tacos

Check the full menu here.

Reef Restaurant

Reef Restaurant offers al fresco dining with a menu consisting mainly of Mediterranean dishes.

Halal dishes on the menu at Reef Restaurant:

  • Tuna tartare 
  • Ravioli with potatoes
  • Lagoon fish 
  • Tahitian blue shrimp risotto
  • Lentil soup
  • Vegetarian risotto

Check the full menu here.

And that’s it!

Thanks for reading this post on where you can find halal food in Bora Bora.

Although it is difficult to find halal food in Bora Bora, there are still some options available if you really want to visit this paradise island.

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