Restaurants in Maldives – savour a scrumptious feast

Dining in Ithaa is one of the most unparalleled experiences that you are bound to have; be it in Maldives or anywhere else in the world. Designed completely underwater with glass covering all sides in Ithaa you get the closest experience of actually dining in the sea. Located on the Conrad Hilton Rangali Resort in the South Ari Atoll, this restaurant specializes in contemporary European cuisine and is named 'mother of pearl' for good reason!

Another highlight of the South Ari Atoll, Muraka is the pride of the Mihiri Island Resort and has an exquisite rustic wooden setting built on the end of a jetty over the islands lagoon. An international menu is featured in this restaurant with a special focus on the sea food created by the talented chef Felix Bamert. The seafood here really is something else!

The Salai Thai is the main restaurant of the fancy 6 room Sala Boutique hotel. This restaurant depicting an authentic Siamese setting is famously known for its healthy and fresh Thai cuisine. It is a quiet restaurant this Sala Thai and provides guests the perfect escape from the busy and bustling streets of Male.

This café styled restaurant in Male is one of the most popular eateries in the nation that has been in operation for over ten whole years. There are 2 Shell beans outlets in the Maldives and both of them are equally good. Known for its relaxed and friendly atmosphere, the Shell beans attracts a diverse range of crowds and serves an assorted menu complete with Tandoori chicken meals to the simpler croissants and sandwiches. It is also an excellent stop over for the sweet teeth in town for their cakes are absolutely scrumptious.

Another popular café in town, the Seagull Café House is a charming bistro that is spread across 2 levels. In the lower level you will find an authentically Maldivian peaceful courtyard and on the level higher you will find a more hut like structure that provides excellent views of the Male city. The food in Seagull is varied and delicious where the featured menu includes Western Maldivian and Indian cuisine.

This Maldives restaurant which is one of the highlights of the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is an exquisite place for fine dining since it is nestled in the intimate atmosphere of the beach. Adorned with a number of cooking stations, here you can enjoy fresh customized cuisine straight off the grill or the wok.

The Aioli Restaurant is another popular eatery in Male that is located down a quiet alleyway off Ameer Ahmed Magu. If you are a fan of a South Asian food yet you always favor a twist of Mediterranean the Aiolia will throw in the best blend for you. Known for its unique range of dishes, this restaurant will definitely leave you craving for more.