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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.
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Tripadvisor (217)$ - $$ | Chinese, Indian, Asian, Sri Lankan, InternationalM. Melaa, Keneree Magu Near National Museum, Male 20191Read More » - #2Sala Thai Restaurant#2 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (571)$ - $$ | Asian, ThaiBuruneege Boutique Hotel, MaleRead More » - #3Seagull Cafe House#3 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (410)$ - $$ | Italian, CafeFareedhee Magu Maafannu, MaleRead More » - #4Pizza Mia#4 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (157)$ - $$ | Italian, PizzaKalhuhuraa Magu, MaleRead More » - #5Shell Beans#5 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (262)$ - $$ | FusionBoduthakurufaanu Magu H. Jazeera Building, MaleRead More » - #6The Sea House - Maldives#6 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (436)$ - $$ | Cafe, Seafood, AsianBoduthakurufaanu Magu 1st Floor Hulhumale Male' Ferry Terminal, Male 20005Read More » - #7Meraki Coffee Roasters#7 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (47)$ - $$ | CafeHusnuheena Magu, Male 20116Read More » - #8The Asian Wok Restaurant#8 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (48)$$ | Asian, ChineseVilamendhoo Island Resort Champa Building, 3rd Floor, Male 20187Read More » - #9Lemongrass Fifth#9 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (199)$ - $$ | Indian, Asian, Thai, InternationalFareedhee Magu, Male 300-9000Read More » - #10Thai Wok#10 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (172)$ - $$ | Asian, ThaiCorner of Ameer Ahmed Magu & Naadhee Magu, MaleRead More » - #11The Civil Coffee Society#11 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (45)$ - $$ | CafeM. Sisil Emporium M Sisil Emporium, MaleRead More » - #12City Garden#12 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (66)$ - $$ | Indian, International, EuropeanBoduthakurufaanu Magu Front Of Jetty 5, Male 960Read More » - #13Symphony Restaurant#13 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (100)$ - $$ | Chinese, Seafood, International, AsianAthamaa Goalhi, MaleRead More » - #14Citron by Lemongrass#14 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (71)$ - $$ | Asian, International, ThaiAlimas Carnival, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, MaleRead More » - #15True Beijing Cafe#15 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
Tripadvisor (53)$ - $$ | Chinese, AsianLot No.10102 Halaveli Magu, Male 20012Read More » - #16The Manhattan Fish Market Maldives#16 of 185 Places to Eat in Male
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