Where to eat
Where to Eat in Liquiçá and Maubara
The coast road west of Dili runs past beaches, fishing villages and the old fort at Maubara. It makes an easy day trip, and a few beachfront restaurants make good lunch stops.
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By David
Quick answer · as of October 2026
Good places to start in Liquiçá and Maubara: Lauhata Beach Escape (Timorese food and seafood), Tasi Café (Timorese food), Maubara Fort Restaurant (Timorese food and international food). We list 3 places here, 3 of them serving Timorese food. Several places close in the late afternoon, so plan lunch rather than dinner.
- Places listed
- 3
- Timorese food
- 3
- Cafés and bakeries
- 1
- Payment
- Mostly cash (USD)
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Good to know
- Several places close in the late afternoon, so plan lunch rather than dinner.
At a glance
| Place | Area | Type | Cuisine | Hours (as listed) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauhata Beach Escape | Lauhata, Liquiçá | Restaurant | Seafood, Timorese | Daily 08:00–21:00 |
| Tasi Café | Maubara | Café | Timorese | Mon–Tue 08:30–19:00; Wed–Sat 09:00–19:00; Sun 10:30–19:00 |
| Maubara Fort Restaurant | Maubara | Restaurant | Timorese, International | Daily 09:00–17:00 |
All places to eat in Liquiçá and Maubara
Restaurant
Lauhata Beach Escape
Lauhata, Liquiçá
Seafood · Timorese
A beach restaurant and getaway on the Liquiçá coast west of Dili, with fresh grilled fish and relaxed seaside tables.
- Beachfront
- Sea view
Daily 08:00–21:00
Café
Tasi Café
Maubara
Timorese
A clean, family-run beachfront café opposite Maubara Fort serving fresh juices and simple meals. Some English is spoken.
- Beachfront
- Sea view
Mon–Tue 08:30–19:00; Wed–Sat 09:00–19:00; Sun 10:30–19:00
Restaurant
Maubara Fort Restaurant
Maubara
Timorese · International
A restaurant beside the historic fort at Maubara, overlooking the coast, serving local food in a heritage setting.
- Sea view
Daily 09:00–17:00
Not sure what to order? Read our guide to Timorese dishes to try.
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