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 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 210 reviewsTripAdvisor (210)
    $ - $$ | Chinese, Indian, Asian, Sri Lankan, International
    M. Melaa, Keneree Magu Near National Museum, Male 20191
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  • #2
    Sala Thai Restaurant
    #2 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 563 reviewsTripAdvisor (563)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Thai
    Buruneege Boutique Hotel, Male
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  • #3
    Pizza Mia
    #3 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 156 reviewsTripAdvisor (156)
    $ - $$ | Italian, Pizza
    Kalhuhuraa Magu, Male
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  • #4
    Seagull Cafe House
    #4 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 405 reviewsTripAdvisor (405)
    $ - $$ | Italian, Cafe
    Fareedhee Magu Maafannu, Male
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  • #5
    Shell Beans
    #5 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 254 reviewsTripAdvisor (254)
    $ - $$ | Fusion
    Boduthakurufaanu Magu H. Jazeera Building, Male
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  • #6
    The Sea House - Maldives
    #6 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 423 reviewsTripAdvisor (423)
    $ - $$ | Cafe, Seafood, Asian
    Boduthakurufaanu Magu 1st Floor Hulhumale Male' Ferry Terminal, Male 20005
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  • #7
    Meraki Coffee Roasters
    #7 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 5 based on 44 reviewsTripAdvisor (44)
    $ - $$ | Cafe
    Husnuheena Magu, Male 20116
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  • #8
    The Asian Wok Restaurant
    #8 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 46 reviewsTripAdvisor (46)
    $$ | Asian, Chinese
    Vilamendhoo Island Resort Champa Building, 3rd Floor, Male 20187
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  • #9
    Lemongrass Fifth
    #9 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 198 reviewsTripAdvisor (198)
    $ - $$ | Indian, Asian, International, Thai
    Fareedhee Magu, Male 300-9000
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  • #10
    The Civil Coffee Society
    #10 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 45 reviewsTripAdvisor (45)
    $ - $$ | Cafe
    M. Sisil Emporium M Sisil Emporium, Male
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  • #11
    Thai Wok
    #11 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 169 reviewsTripAdvisor (169)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Thai
    Corner of Ameer Ahmed Magu & Naadhee Magu, Male
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  • #12
    City Garden
    #12 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 64 reviewsTripAdvisor (64)
    $ - $$ | Indian, International, European
    Boduthakurufaanu Magu Front Of Jetty 5, Male 960
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  • #13
    Symphony Restaurant
    #13 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 100 reviewsTripAdvisor (100)
    $ - $$ | Chinese, Seafood, International, Asian
    Athamaa Goalhi, Male
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  • #14
    True Beijing Cafe
    #14 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 53 reviewsTripAdvisor (53)
    $ - $$ | Chinese, Asian
    HM. Lot 10102 Halaveli Magu Hulumale Male Near Travel Lodge Hotel Lot 10102 Halaveli Magu, Male 20012
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  • #15
    Citron by Lemongrass
    #15 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 69 reviewsTripAdvisor (69)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Seafood, International, Thai
    Alimas Carnival, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Male
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  • #16
    The Manhattan Fish Market Maldives
    #16 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 79 reviewsTripAdvisor (79)
    $ - $$ | Seafood
    No 21 Centro Mall, 4th Floor, Terrace, Male 23000
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  • #17
    La Vera Pizzeria
    #17 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 18 reviewsTripAdvisor (18)
    $ | Pizza, Cafe, Fast Food, Italian
    Ameenee Magu, Male 20058
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  • #18
    China garden
    #18 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 47 reviewsTripAdvisor (47)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Chinese
    Abadhah Ufaa Hingun, Male
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  • #19
    Khun Thai
    #19 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 36 reviewsTripAdvisor (36)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Thai
    Chandhanee Magu No 18, Male 20190
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  • #20
    Salt Cafe & Restaurant
    #20 of 195 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 86 reviewsTripAdvisor (86)
    $ - $$ | Italian, Asian, Fusion
    6th & 7th Floor Shinetree Building, Mohamed Ismail Didi Goalhi, Male 20184
    Read More »

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