menu and a philosophy centered around
friendliness and true hospitality. The clear
fan favourite and by far the biggest seller
the FOB, crumbed Mahi Mahi, salad and
lime mayo tastes as good as it looks. Staff
are constantly quizzed on how to make
our signature sauces and dressings ... but
what happens in the kitchen stays in the
kitchen! The Mooring also have unique
daily specials that make use of fish or
produce that is in excess during certain
seasons, and customers love to try new
creations such as our famed fish curry or
specials-turned-permanent items such as
the spectacular fish tacos.
What many people don’t know, is that the
now bustling waterfront location that is
iconically The Mooring actually hosts a
much more significant historical place in
Rarotonga’s history. The opening from the
Avana lagoon to the ocean is where the 7
vaka departed from Rarotonga to voyage
to New Zealand.
Prior to The Mooring and The Avana
Fishing Club, the
site was largely
unused but since
its inception
collectively they
have actively
participated in the
community and
focused on bettering this space for locals
and tourists alike. Arguably one of the
biggest wins was applying for and gaining
funding to build the jetty and new boat
ramp which is now in place and used daily
by local fisherman, kids jumping off for
a bit of after school fun, and providing a
backdrop for many happy tourists. The
Mooring has been intentionally rewarding
the community and to the people of
Rarotonga for years and has exciting plans
for the future.
The Mooring Fish is open Monday to
Friday 10.30 to 3.30 and Sunday 12.00
to 4.00.
Take outs are available Ph 25553.
Espresso Coffee
Smoothies
Local Beers
Ice Cold Drinks
Cold Pressed Juices
ALL DAY A LA CARTE MENU
Hot & Cold Cabinet Food
Keto/Gluten Free Meals
Sushi & Poke Bowls
Seafood Platters
Gourmet Pies
& more
CATERING PLATTERS
for Corporate Functions, Weddings,
Birthdays & more...
Located Uptown Avarua
between Moana Gems & Tuki’s Pareu
OPEN Mon - Fri
7:30am to 3pm
Ph Orders: +682 27619
Email: [email protected]
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