Maldives Travel Guide

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What to Eat in Maldives

Cuisine in the Maldives relies heavily on the region's available ingredients, which means seafood, coconut and starches feature prominently in many dishes. Tuna, wahoo and mahi mahi are a few of the fish you can expect to find on menus in the Maldives. Other popular dishes in the Maldives include samosas (pastries stuffed with savory filling like spiced potatoes and vegetables), curries and spicy fried fish.

Keep in mind, because the Maldives is an Islamic nation, the population does not drink alcohol. However, you will be able to enjoy alcoholic beverages at most resorts.

If you're staying at a high-end resort, you will likely have more variety in terms of food, with dining options ranging from Italian and Spanish to Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine. Several hotels offer buffet lunches and dinners. At some properties, you can opt for an all-inclusive rate that covers meals and drinks. Regardless of whether you choose all-inclusive or a la carte, dining in the Maldives is very expensive. And if you're looking for a truly unique experience, consider booking a table at an underwater restaurant. Some options include: the Ithaa Undersea Restaurant in the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort, 5.8 Undersea Restaurant at Hurawalhi Maldives and Subsix at Niyama Private Islands Maldives.

Find the Best Restaurants in Maldives

#1
Belle Amie Bistro
#1 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (217)
$ - $$ | Chinese, Indian, Asian, Sri Lankan, International
M. Melaa, Keneree Magu Near National Museum, Male 20191
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#2
Sala Thai Restaurant
#2 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (571)
$ - $$ | Asian, Thai
Buruneege Boutique Hotel, Male
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#3
Seagull Cafe House
#3 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (410)
$ - $$ | Italian, Cafe
Fareedhee Magu Maafannu, Male
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#4
Pizza Mia
#4 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (157)
$ - $$ | Italian, Pizza
Kalhuhuraa Magu, Male
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#5
Shell Beans
#5 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (262)
$ - $$ | Fusion
Boduthakurufaanu Magu H. Jazeera Building, Male
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#6
The Sea House - Maldives
#6 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (436)
$ - $$ | Cafe, Seafood, Asian
Boduthakurufaanu Magu 1st Floor Hulhumale Male' Ferry Terminal, Male 20005
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#7
Meraki Coffee Roasters
#7 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (47)
$ - $$ | Cafe
Husnuheena Magu, Male 20116
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#8
The Asian Wok Restaurant
#8 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (48)
$$ | Asian, Chinese
Vilamendhoo Island Resort Champa Building, 3rd Floor, Male 20187
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#9
Lemongrass Fifth
#9 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (199)
$ - $$ | Indian, Asian, Thai, International
Fareedhee Magu, Male 300-9000
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#10
Thai Wok
#10 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (172)
$ - $$ | Asian, Thai
Corner of Ameer Ahmed Magu & Naadhee Magu, Male
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#11
The Civil Coffee Society
#11 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (45)
$ - $$ | Cafe
M. Sisil Emporium M Sisil Emporium, Male
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#12
City Garden
#12 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (66)
$ - $$ | Indian, International, European
Boduthakurufaanu Magu Front Of Jetty 5, Male 960
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#13
Symphony Restaurant
#13 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (100)
$ - $$ | Chinese, Seafood, International, Asian
Athamaa Goalhi, Male
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#14
Citron by Lemongrass
#14 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (71)
$ - $$ | Asian, International, Thai
Alimas Carnival, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Male
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#15
True Beijing Cafe
#15 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (53)
$ - $$ | Chinese, Asian
Lot No.10102 Halaveli Magu, Male 20012
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#16
The Manhattan Fish Market Maldives
#16 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (83)
$ - $$ | Seafood
No 21 Centro Mall, 4th Floor, Terrace, Male 23000
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#17
China garden
#17 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (39)
$ - $$ | Asian, Chinese
Abadhah Ufaa Hingun Near Galolhu School, Male
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#18
Salt Cafe & Restaurant
#18 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (87)
$ - $$ | Asian, Fusion
6th & 7th Floor Shinetree Building, Mohamed Ismail Didi Goalhi, Male 20184
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#19
Azur
#19 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (55)
$ - $$ | Japanese, Seafood, International, Asian
K.Male', Male 20096
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#20
Khun Thai
#20 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (35)
$ - $$ | Asian, Thai
Chandhanee Magu No 18, Male 20190
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