DINING AT THE BRANDO
World-class dining rooted in Polynesian life
New culinary experiences unfold as the innovative French chef Jean Imbert brings a signature culinary style to the resort’s dining, a fusion of Polynesian flavors and classical French techniques.
With a pedigree of world-class establishments, including Plaza Athenee and Maison Christian Dior in Paris, Cheval Blanc St-Barth hotel, and Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the chef infuses the menus with narratives told through gastronomy, updated classics, and a commitment to local Tetiaroa ingredients, offering an authentic taste of Polynesia.
Food is the gateway to the cultural soul. Guided by the expertise of Chef Imbert, the resort offers a journey through Polynesia’s rich flavors, promising discoveries that tantalize the palate in novel and surprising ways.
Les Mutinés
Polynesian fine dining with Jean’s special touch
Les Mutinés offers an environment transformed to inspire the legendary maritime adventure, “Mutiny on the Bounty,” providing guests with a theatrical dining journey that charts a historical course akin to the famed ship’s travels.
It represents the pinnacle of The Brando’s dining experiences, ensuring a symphony of taste that dances across the senses, orchestrated like the unfolding plot of a classic novel.
Dinner
Children 10 years of age and older are welcomed at Les Mutinés, (while families with children under ten are welcomed in our all –day dining Beachcomber Café restaurant)
BOB’s bar
Beachside food and drink in Marlon Brando’s original bar
Prior to The Brando’s conception, the original social hub, Bob’s Bar, took root in this slice of paradise. The legacy of the locale is rich with the lore of Marlon’s daily visits, where cocktails were crafted to his liking.
Today, this beachside tribute continues to serve South Pacific culinary delights inspired by the tales told in Marlon’s films. It is a place where patrons are encouraged to savor a signature cocktail, the ‘Dirty Old Bob,’ and raise their glasses in a tribute to the timeless spirit of Tetiaroa.
Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails
nami teppanyaki
An intimate table built for socializing at a Japanese grill
The teppanyaki grill experience at Nami is curated for an intimate group, where the chef’s expertise is on display as sushi is artfully prepared and meats are grilled to perfection. This dining arrangement offers more than a meal; it is a gathering spot where conversations flow as freely as the sake pairings, with guests exchanging stories and forming connections in this space that celebrates culinary and communal harmony.
Beachcomber cafe
Simple, fresh dishes for everyone, all day long
The Beachcomber remains open for guests from morning until evening, providing a casual yet enchanting dining environment where the sand cushions one’s presence. With a focus on Polynesian tastes and straightforward, locally influenced preparations, the menu caters to various preferences. Diners have the liberty to enjoy their meals indoors, outdoors, beneath the open sky, or beside the rhythmic waves, capturing the essence of a South Pacific culinary retreat.
Dinner
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Te Manu BAR
Sip cocktails while you float atop a canopy of palms
The ascent along the elevated pathway culminates in a coastal lounge, where comfort and personalized service merge. Nestled above the sands, this retreat offers a haven for exchanging day’s tales on cozy sofas, with personalized cocktails crafted to taste.
Stepping out, the adjoining walkways lead to private enclaves suspended over the shore, where the lagoon’s panorama unfurls and each sunset becomes a prelude to the evening’s encore, ensuring the day’s end is as memorable as its beginning.
Evening cocktails before and after dinner
PRIVATE DINING EXPERIENCES
Private dining encounters upon the atoll
A magical experience unfolds on the atoll, where a secret place is prepared for an intimate dining moment. A table for two is set by the water’s edge, cocktails are enjoyed on a motu with the sunset as company, or a mid-day beach picnic is arranged for family gatherings. These unique experiences carve enduring memories long after the day retreats.
IN VILLA DINING
Dine at your home
Around the clock, the option to dine transcends the ordinary, offering a bespoke experience within the villa’s sanctuary. Whether choosing the intimacy of the indoor spaces, the deck’s poolside elegance, or the beach’s natural beauty for a meal, every detail is catered to. This place transforms the concept of staying into living, making every guest feel profoundly at home.
Vegan options are available in all restaurants.