Bloody Mary's
French Polynesia
Bloody Mary's is a renowned restaurant located in Bora Bora, French Polynesia, famous for its unique jungle timber and bamboo construction that evokes the romantic island atmosphere depicted in James A. Michener's "Tales of the South Pacific." Founded in 1979 by Baron George (Jerzy Hubert Edward Von Dangel), a Polish-Australian entrepreneur, the restaurant quickly became a hotspot for both locals and tourists seeking fresh seafood and steak in a vibrant setting. Its "Wall of Fame" proudly displays the names of numerous celebrities who have dined there, highlighting its status as a cultural landmark. Bloody Mary's offers lunch and dinner services featuring daily catches from local fishermen, complemented by a lively bar serving signature drinks. The establishment also includes a yacht club with moorings for sailing yachts, a gift shop selling branded souvenirs, and hosts various events centered on seafood. Currently, Bloody Mary's is closed for renovations and the construction of an associated hotel, with reopening planned for the second quarter of 2026. This iconic venue combines culinary excellence with a cinematic island ambiance, making it a must-visit once it reopens.
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Tip: Plan your visit after the scheduled reopening in the second quarter of 2026, as the restaurant and associated facilities are currently closed for renovations. Booking ahead is advisable once it reopens due to its popularity. For those arriving by yacht, moorings are available in front of the restaurant managed by Bora Bora Moorings & Services. Enjoy lunch between 11:30 am and 2 pm or dinner from 6 pm to 9 pm to experience the freshest local seafood. Souvenir shopping is available on-site at the gift shop.
Interesting facts
- •The restaurant was constructed using jungle timber and bamboo to evoke the tropical charm of the South Pacific islands.
- •Bloody Mary's has a "Wall of Fame" listing many famous personalities who have visited the establishment.
- •It was founded by Baron George, a Polish-Australian entrepreneur, in 1979.
- •The restaurant hosts a yacht club with moorings managed by Bora Bora Moorings & Services.
- •Bloody Mary's is known for serving fresh daily catches from local Bora Bora fishermen.
History
Bloody Mary's was established in November 1979 by Baron George, inspired by the romantic island imagery in James A.
Michener's "Tales of the South Pacific." Constructed from jungle timber and bamboo, it quickly became a cultural and culinary landmark in Bora Bora.
Over the decades, it attracted numerous celebrities and tourists, building a reputation for fresh seafood and island charm.
Currently, the restaurant is undergoing extensive renovations along with the construction of a hotel, aiming to reopen in 2026, marking a new chapter in its history.
Place Guide
The Restaurant Interior1979
The interior is designed with jungle timber and bamboo, creating an immersive island atmosphere reminiscent of a Hollywood movie set inspired by South Pacific themes.
Wall of FameSince 1979
An outdoor display featuring the names of famous personalities who have dined at Bloody Mary's, celebrating its status as a celebrity hotspot.
Yacht Club and Moorings
A facility that allows sailing yachts to anchor in front of the restaurant using moorings managed by Bora Bora Moorings & Services, facilitating direct access for visitors arriving by sea.
Gift Shop
On-site store offering souvenirs such as t-shirts, hats, and mugs branded with Bloody Mary's logo, providing visitors with memorable keepsakes.
Contact
Phone: 40 67 69 10
