The Top Cheap Eats in Sigatoka & the Coral Coast

Last Updated: 23 August, 2024

Where to Find Cheap Food on the Coral Coast

The Coral Coast has some of Fiji’s finest restaurants gracing the waterfront within its luxury hotels and resorts, but what about the options for budget travellers or if you just want to save a bit of dough on food? Luckily, there are a few cheap eateries dotted around the towns of Sigatoka, Korolevu, Korotogo and more that will keep hunger at bay for less! Here, we’ll list the top cheap eats on the Coral Coast – and we’re talking the cheapest of the cheap!

For more food recommendations, take a look at our Guide to Best Eats and Restaurants on the Coral Coast. Or check out our Guide to the Coral Coast on a Budget for more money-saving tips.

5 Tips to Save Money on Food on the Coral Coast

Delve into the world of budget-friendly dining on Fiji’s stunning Coral Coast with these savvy tips to keep your wallet happy and your taste buds satisfied!

Eating in the towns is much cheaper than in your resort
Make your own meals by staying in homestays, holiday homes or apartments as listed in the 10 Best Self-Catering Accommodations on the Coral Coast
In relation to the point above, pick up food from the produce market in Sigatoka, as well as roadside stalls for cheap fruit and vegetables
Picking something off the vegetarian menu is a sure-fire way to save money
Consider an early dinner, as the resort lunch menus are much cheaper than the dinner menus.

Check out our 17 Ways to Save Money When Travelling in Fiji for more budget tips!

Cheap Eats on the Coral Coast – FJ$10 and Under

If you’re looking for quick snacks or the “cheapest of the cheap meals” on the Coral Coast, then these restaurants, cafes and bakeries will definitely help you stick to your budget.

The Cheapest Food in Sigatoka and Korolevu

For lunch, it’s always worth stopping by the cute Cafe Planet (Queens Road, Korotogo) and its garden surroundings. Enjoy food outside with wraps, sandwiches and pies all for under FJ$10! You’ll even have some money left over for coffee.

For just a couple of dollars, you can enjoy delicious homecooked meals, especially roti wraps and Indian sweets, at the Sigatoka Market (Market Road). This local gem offers a taste of authentic Fijian cuisine at budget-friendly prices.

Stop by the Halal Food Stall (Queens Road, Olosara) for a local favourite run by an ex-chef of InterContinental Resort. You’ll love the authentic flavours of this hidden gem!

For fast food (and if you’re not feeling too fussy), there’s a Chicken Express (Market Road, Sigatoka) town that serves quick “chicken and chips”-type meals, including burgers for under FJ$10.

One of the cheapest Asian restaurants in Sigatoka is Naidu’s South Indian Restaurant (Queens Road, Sigatoka), which serves up the likes of halal chicken fried rice, chop suey, and curry, as well as their vegetarian counterparts for around FJ$10.

Finally, you can’t leave Sigatoka, or Fiji for that matter, without picking up a pie, sandwich or sweet treat from the Hot Bread Kitchen (Market Lane, Sigatoka). The popular Fiji bakery chain is the go-to for a quick snack from the cabinet. What’s more, the food is pretty darn good for around FJ$4-$10!

Cheap Eats on the Coral Coast – $11-$20

While most restaurant meals cost FJ$30-$50 around the Coral Coast, we’ve managed to find a few hidden gems that won’t burn a hole through your wallet. But if you’re looking for culinary experiences, be sure to check out our Food Guide to the Coral Coast.

Cheap Restaurants in Sigatoka and Maui Bay

Indo-Fijian food is always a sure-fire way to get a cheap meal on the Coral Coast. Curry houses in Sigatoka, like Raj’s Curry House (Sigatoka Roundabout), offer an array of Indian meals for under FJ$20, especially on their chicken and vegetarian menus.

Chinese food is always a good way to eat cheaply too, especially at Shiva’s Wine & Dine Restaurant (Duabale Road, Sigatoka). They serve up all sorts of Asian cuisine from prawn curries to Thai fried rice to wontons – feeding a person for an average of FJ$20.

Craig’s Diner (Queens Road, Maui Bay) offers a diverse menu of affordable street food, wraps, burgers, and deep-fried options, with most dishes typically priced around or under FJ$20.

Cheap Resort Restaurants in Maui Bay, Korolevu and Yadua

One of the very few accommodations that offer very well-priced food in their restaurant all day long is Tubakula Beach Bungalows (Queens Road, Korolevu), which has home-style meals and pizzas for FJ$10-$20.

For lunch, stop by Bedarra Beach Inn (Sunset Strip, Korolevu), which has mostly burgers for under FJ$20.

For affordable Italian-style pizzas, don’t miss the Casablanca Hotel (Sunset Strip, Korotoga). We recommend checking out this hidden gem on the Coral Coast for a tasty and budget-friendly meal. At Yadua Bay Resort Restaurant (Yadua Bay), you can indulge in a variety of pizzas, including BBQ Chicken and Vegetarian options, priced between FJ$16 and $20 depending on toppings.

For more resorts to stay on a budget, check out our 10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast.

More About Cheap Eats on the Coral Coast and Fiji

That’s it for our guide to cheap eats on the Coral Coast, for more information about affordable dining in Fiji, check out the following articles:

Finally, if there’s anything we’ve missed, you’re likely to find it in The Food Guide to the Coral Coast.

Sources:

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Fiji and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Immigration (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Revenue & Customs Service (Customs and visitor taxes - Updated [2025])
Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
Fiji Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Coral Coast Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Regional tourism website)

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About The Author

Robin (Ruveni) C.

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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