About
The Lavulo family kitchen since 1991.
David and Neti (Leti) Lavulo opened Pacific Seas on Redwood Road in Glendale after leaving Nuku’alofa, Tonga. David studied accounting at BYU, then built a family business instead of taking a desk job. The children — including Maryann Tukuafu and Jane Talivakaola — have worked the counter since elementary school.
What you cook at home
“What you cook at home in the islands is what you will receive here.”
Maryann Tukuafu told KSL in 2025. Lu is taro leaves with corned beef or brisket. Palusami is the Samoan taro-leaf plate. Regulars ask to double and triple the lamb. People flying in for Polynesian events pack food for the plane.
- Family-owned since 1991
- Tongan, Samoan, and Polynesian plates
- Restaurant and island market on Redwood Road
- Photos of regulars on the wall
Visit
1151 S Redwood Rd, Ste 107 A, Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Mon–Fri 11–6 · Sat 11–5 · Sun closed