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Apia, Samoa — Est. 2004

The best flavors
in Samoa, straight
from Italy.

Authentic Italian cuisine, fine wines, and warm Samoan hospitality — all in one place. Indoor and outdoor dining available.

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Authentic Italian Cuisine
Fine Wine Selections
Fresh Handmade Pasta
Indoor & Outdoor Dining
TripAdvisor #1 in Samoa
Inside Paddles Restaurant — warm, elegant dining room

Twenty years of
Italian excellence
in the heart of Samoa.

Since 2004, Paddles has been a beacon of culinary excellence, bringing the traditional cuisines of Italy to the heart of Samoa. We serve only the finest Italian recipes, crafted from the freshest, authentic ingredients sourced both locally and from Italy.

"Our mother, a proud Samoan, and our father, an Italian chef, have seamlessly combined their traditions to create a unique and unforgettable dining experience."

Join us for an unforgettable night of exquisite flavors and warm hospitality, and experience the very best of Italian dining in Samoa.

We remain dedicated to our mission of bringing the authentic tastes of Italy to Samoa — always staying true to the principles of quality and authenticity that have defined us since the beginning.

20 Years

Generations of cherished Italian recipes, coupled with the warm and welcoming spirit of Samoa, form the heart of our culinary philosophy.

2 Countries

Our mother, a proud Samoan, and our father, an Italian chef, have seamlessly combined their traditions to create a unique dining experience.

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Authentic Italian cuisine in a family-friendly atmosphere — where each dish tells a story and each visit feels like coming home.

Fresh pasta. Every single day.

10%
Off Your Meal

Early Bird Special

Book Between 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Arrive early and enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on your entire meal. Limited availability each evening — reserve your early bird table now.

Limited Availability — Book Now

Fine wines. Curated for Samoa.

Red Wine

Graham Norton He Devil Malbec
$19.95
Oyster Bay Pinot Noir
$21 / $105
Mont'Albano Nero d'Avola
$21 / $105
Mont'Albano Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
$21 / $105
Mont'Albano Primitivo
$21 / $105
Dolcetto d'Alba Munfrina
$22 / $110

White Wine

Wither Hills Pinot Gris
$20 / $100
Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc
$21 / $105
Mont'Albano Pinot Grigio
$21 / $105
Sartori Prosecco Brut
$19 / $95
Sartori Prosecco Rosé Brut
$19 / $95

Drink Specials — $26

Passionfruit Mojito
Passionfruit syrup combined with fresh lime juice and white rum. Shaken then served over ice and topped with soda water.
Aperol Prosecco Spritz
An Italian classic combining Aperol and Italian Prosecco, built in the glass with a touch of soda water.
Gin Sour
Fresh squeezed lime juice combined with our signature syrup, egg white (optional), and London Dry Gin.
Paddles Sangria
Moscato enriched with strawberry syrup and peach schnapps. Built and served over ice, topped with lemon lime soda.
Blueberry Margarita
Our house berry infused syrup combined with the classic Tequila, lime, and Triple Sec recipe.

Non-Alcoholic — $18

Valentina
Fresh lime and lemongrass syrup with mixed berry and passionfruit
Virgin Passionfruit Mojito
Roma
Strawberry syrup and fresh lime topped with ginger ale
Isabella
Strawberry syrup, fresh lime, and Sprite
Lemon Lime & Bitters

Beer

Peroni Nastro Azzurro
$12
Taula Lager
$12
Vailima Lager
$8

Soft Drinks & Water

Fresh Niu (Coconut)
$10
Sparkling Water
$15
UV Filtered Water
$2 / $9
Coke, Sprite, Fanta
$9
Diet Coke / Coke Zero
$9
Fever Tree / Ginger Beer / Raspberry Tonic
$9
Vaitipolo (Lemonade)
$9
Juice
$8
★★★★★

Samoa's most
celebrated restaurant.

Named the #1 restaurant in Samoa by TripAdvisor, the Samoa Pocket Guide, and nominated for World Culinary Awards — the recognition you share with us every time you visit.

TripAdvisor · 2024

#1 Best Restaurant in Samoa

We are deeply honored to accept the prestigious #1 placing for TripAdvisor's 2024 Best Restaurant in Samoa award. We thank you all — this is entirely yours.

TripAdvisor · 2024

#1 Best Italian Restaurant in Samoa

TripAdvisor recently granted us the title of #1 Best Italian Restaurant in Samoa for 2024. Couldn't have been done without you.

Samoa Pocket Guide · 2024

#1 Best Place to Eat in Samoa

Listed as the #1 spot in "The Best Places to Eat in Samoa 2024" by the Samoa Pocket Guide. We show great appreciation and look forward to more.

World Culinary Awards · 2024

Nominated: Samoa's Best Restaurant

Currently nominated for the 2024 World Culinary Awards as Samoa's Best Restaurant — a recognition of what you, our guests, have helped us build.

Paddles Restaurant dining, Apia Samoa

Casual yet elegant.
Indoor & outdoor dining.

Located on Beach Road in the heart of Apia, Paddles offers both indoor and outdoor dining in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Complimentary WiFi throughout.

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Address

Beach Rd, Apia, Upolu 1790, Samoa

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Opening Hours

Monday – Saturday: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Phone

+685 21819

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Payments

Visa & Mastercard accepted. 4% surcharge on overseas cards. Cash welcomed. One bill per table. No Amex.

Complimentary WiFi Throughout

Don't leave your evening
to chance.

Tables fill quickly, especially for our Early Bird Special between 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM. Reserve ahead and we'll be expecting you.

Address
Beach Rd, Apia, Samoa
Hours
Mon – Sat, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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