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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 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 181 reviewsTripAdvisor (181)
    $ - $$ | Chinese, Indian, European, Sri Lankan, International
    M. Melaa, Keneree Magu Near National Museum, Male 20191
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  • #2
    Sala Thai Restaurant
    #2 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 541 reviewsTripAdvisor (541)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Thai
    Buruneege Boutique Hotel, Male
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  • #3
    Pizza Mia
    #3 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 147 reviewsTripAdvisor (147)
    $ - $$ | Italian, Pizza
    Kalhuhuraa Magu, Male
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  • #4
    Seagull Cafe House
    #4 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 383 reviewsTripAdvisor (383)
    $ - $$ | Italian, Cafe
    Fareedhee Magu Maafannu, Male
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  • #5
    The Sea House - Maldives
    #5 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 397 reviewsTripAdvisor (397)
    $ - $$ | Cafe, Seafood, Asian
    Boduthakurufaanu Magu 1st Floor Hulhumale Male' Ferry Terminal, Male 20005
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  • #6
    Shell Beans
    #6 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 231 reviewsTripAdvisor (231)
    $ - $$ | Fusion
    Boduthakurufaanu Magu H. Jazeera Building, Male
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  • #7
    The Asian Wok Restaurant
    #7 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 40 reviewsTripAdvisor (40)
    $$ | Asian, Chinese
    Vilamendhoo Island Resort Champa Building, 3rd Floor, Male 20187
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  • #8
    Meraki Coffee Roasters
    #8 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 5 based on 36 reviewsTripAdvisor (36)
    $ - $$ | Cafe
    Husnuheena Magu, Male 20116
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  • #9
    Lemongrass Fifth
    #9 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 185 reviewsTripAdvisor (185)
    $ - $$ | Indian, Asian, Thai, International
    Fareedhee Magu, Male 300-9000
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  • #10
    The Civil Coffee Society
    #10 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 38 reviewsTripAdvisor (38)
    $ - $$ | Cafe
    M. Sisil Emporium M Sisil Emporium, Male
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  • #11
    Thai Wok
    #11 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 162 reviewsTripAdvisor (162)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Thai
    Corner of Ameer Ahmed Magu & Naadhee Magu, Male
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  • #12
    Calorie Counter Maldives
    #12 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 5 based on 35 reviewsTripAdvisor (35)
    $ | International, Grill, Healthy, Barbecue
    H. Silver Oak, Abadhah Ufaa, Magu Male, Male
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  • #13
    Symphony Restaurant
    #13 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 99 reviewsTripAdvisor (99)
    $ - $$ | Chinese, Seafood, International, Asian
    Athamaa Goalhi, Male
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  • #14
    Citron by Lemongrass
    #14 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 66 reviewsTripAdvisor (66)
    $ - $$ | Asian, International, Thai
    Alimas Carnival, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Male
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  • #15
    True Beijing Cafe
    #15 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 53 reviewsTripAdvisor (53)
    $ - $$ | Chinese, Asian, Minority Chinese
    HM. Lot 10102 Halaveli Magu Hulumale Male Near Travel Lodge Hotel Lot 10102 Halaveli Magu, Male 20012
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  • #16
    City Garden
    #16 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 59 reviewsTripAdvisor (59)
    $ - $$ |
    Boduthakurufaanu Magu Front Of Jetty 5, Male 960
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  • #17
    Breakwater
    #17 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 82 reviewsTripAdvisor (82)
    $ - $$ | Pizza, Seafood, Asian
    Artificial Beach Food Court no.4, Male 20009
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  • #18
    Khun Thai
    #18 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 36 reviewsTripAdvisor (36)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Thai
    Chandhanee Magu No 18, Male 20190
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  • #19
    Azur
    #19 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 44 reviewsTripAdvisor (44)
    $ - $$ | Japanese, Seafood, International, Asian
    K.Male', Male 20096
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  • #20
    China garden
    #20 of 167 Places to Eat in Male
    TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4 based on 44 reviewsTripAdvisor (44)
    $ - $$ | Asian, Chinese
    Abadhah Ufaa Hingun, Male
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