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Rumah Tinggi Tavern And Restaurant

34 Coconut Grove, Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island 6798, Australia
(08) 9164 7667
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CANBERRA ACT
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

Huge meals, great lobster - a bit pricey but the best on the island

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16 reviews 16 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

With not many choices on Christmas Island, this definitely stands out as the best. Good food, great surroundings overlooking the ocean, and extremely helpful staff.

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

What better than relaxing with a cold beer on a hot day in a paradise location overlooking the vast Indian Ocean watching the sunset. The management team is young, vibrant, friendly and professional and making a real go of it. There are resupply challenges on the island from time to time which adds complexity - one of the nights we... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

Awesome food on an Island with limited supplies! Lots of variety to choose from, and ocean views to enjoy!

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London, England
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Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

Having spent a decent amount of time in the Western Australian country, I wasn't expecting much from in the way of food and pub ambience in a place as far flung as Christmas Island. But this place was a real surprise. Its got sea views, the ambience is good and the open-air resturant area is a genuinely pleasant place to... More

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Perth, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2011

This is easily the best dining experience on the island. The relaxed atmosphere, pleasant nature of the staff and quality of food on offer made for a lovely first night on the island.

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Western Australia
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2011
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Rumah Tinggi lived up to my expectations for a great meal and the bonus was the great location. Prices are higher than I would have expected, but most things on Christmas Island are more expensive than the mainland and this was not out of line with other venues.

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Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2010

Booking required to get a table (best to call before noon or day before). excellent food. tables face scenic view over ocean in an open area thats undercover. Watch for the turnoff from the main road.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2009
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