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La villa Mahana

b.p. 941 Amanahune,, French Polynesia
689 675063
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Ranked #1 of 28 restaurants in Bora Bora
Price range: $120 - $299
Cuisines: French
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Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Description: Restaurant Gastronomique de renommee internationale
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Kansas City
Top Contributor
70 reviews 70 reviews
30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

I booked reservations 8 months in advance really hoping to secure a wonderful dining experince while in Bora Bora. My husband and I were really looking forward to this evening. Because we were staying at a hotel off the main island we had to take a ferry over each night to get to all the restaurants. This was fun actually,... More

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Chefdamien, Propriétaire at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Madam or Sir , I have been reading with attention your comment, and I deeply regret that your experience was that disappointing. Out of a concern for improvement, I ensure you that your whole comment will be taken into consideration. However, most of the points you highlighted could have been improved on the moment, giving us the opportunity to... More

Danbury, Connecticut
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The fois gras was the best I ever had.They even let me substitute the Pairing Port for my whiskey of choice (I choose the Lagavulin Distillers edition :) Definitely a must on your list to do if you are on your honeymoon.

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Chefdamien, Propriétaire at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Ia Orana:) Thank you very much for that note Hope to see you back soon with us in Paradise ! :) Take care Damien More

Mexico City, Mexico
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Villa Mahana was a dream. It's a small, intimate place with nice lighting and only a few outdoor tables. The attention is superb, it's only the chef and two really nice women! We had the epicurean meal with wine pairing... HEAVEN ! Every dish was so tasty, well presented, and excellently paired with delicious wines. This was easily one of... More

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Chefdamien, Propriétaire at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Ia Orana:) Thank you very much for that note Hope to see you back soon with us in Paradise ! :) Take care Damien More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I really struggled between given three or four stars. The food was good, not great and at $300/person ($600 for two) for the Epicurion tasting plus the wine paring it needed to be great. To be clear I am fine paying for a very expensive meal when the meal is to rave about. We are from Philadelphia and have had... More

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Chefdamien, Propriétaire at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Dear Madam or Sir , I have been reading with attention your comment, and I deeply regret that your experience was that diapointing. Out of a concern for improvement, I ensure you that your whole comment will be taken into consideration. However, most of the points you highlighted could have been improved on the moment, giving us the opportunity to... More

Ennis, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

My wife and I chose to spend one of our last nights here largely based on reviews here on tripadvisor. The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate (each night only a handful of tables are served) and the menu offers a la carte, a polyanesian or french 'tasting' menu with wine. On our evening we went with the French 'tasting' and... More

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Chefdamien, Propriétaire at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Thank you very much Best Regards Damien More

Redondo Beach, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

EVERYTHING is wonderful. The simple salad dressing is magic. The tuna, the potatoes, the tasting menu is a must, either one will thrill your palate. We went twice and crave more.

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Chefdamien, Propriétaire at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Ia Orana:) Thank you very much for that note Hope to see you back soon with us in Paradise ! :) Take care Damien More

Saint Paul, Minnesota
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I think Chef Damien spikes his food with love!!! I had the lobster and prawn risotto and my husband had the tenderloin with gnocchi and we shared a bottle of Pinot (can't remember the label but it was lovely). Both meals were excellent as expected from previous reviewers. Portions are HUGE! That tenderloin was big enough to feed three people... More

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Chefdamien, Propriétaire at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Ia Orana:) Thank you very much for that note Hope to see you back soon with us in Paradise ! :) Take care Damien More

Rochester, Minnesota
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49 reviews 49 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We dined at La Villa Mahana and had the pleasure of enjoying the 'top table'-which was an amazingly romantic spot with no one else around. The exotique multi-course menu was fantastic, all of the flavors were amazing and the food perfectly prepared and presented. The ahi tuna appetizer was most delicious, as was the tenderloin. The molten chocolate cake for... More

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Chefdamien, Owner at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Ia Orana Thank you very much and hope to see you back soon with us in Paradise :) Best regards Damien More

Fleming Island, Florida
Top Contributor
50 reviews 50 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Let me start by saying I had read many, many reviews about La Villa Mahana and my wife and I decided to take the plunge and spend the $$$$$ to eat here. I knew that we would spend tons of money for this place but also decided that it would be worth it considering the reviews I had read. I... More

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Australia
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48 reviews 48 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

As foodies my husband and I had high expectations and the food did not disappoint. Go with an empty tummy. Free pick up and drop off from our hotel boat harbour was great and took any hassle out of the night. We ordered the french tasting menu with matched wines. Every course was amazing flavours, really enjoyed them. 3 types... More

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Chefdamien, Owner at La villa Mahana, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Ia Orana Your comment is already take in consideration Thank you very much and hope to see you back soon with us in Paradise :) Best regards Damien More

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