The Best Restaurant in Maldives

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It’s uncommon for visitors to dine anywhere other than the resort at which they are staying. Island-hopping in the Maldives isn’t a viable option. Most resorts have a number of different restaurants ranging from casual beachside to specialty restaurants (such as Mongolian or seafood) or fine dining. You’ll find that once in your little bit of paradise you really won’t want to leave it. However, if your resort is within reach of the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island by speedboat, and you have dollars to spare, then a meal at Ithaa, their underwater restaurant, is a memorable (and very pricey—US$400 minimum) option. If you choose to stay overnight in Malé (primarily a choice for more adventurous travelers) then stick with our recommended restaurants or seek highly recommended ones from reliable sources.

Sea.Fire.Salt.Sky.

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This dining complex in the Anantara Kihavah Villas resort is actually four restaurants in one, but you'll need to be a guest here to enjoy the food. Sky is a rooftop bar that serves tapas and is perfect for sunset cocktails. Salt offers a range of fish and meat dishes served on salt blocks to add depth of flavor. Fire is a Teppanyaki lounge where Japanese chefs theatrically prepare dishes before your eyes. But the real showstopper is Sea, an extraordinary and romantic underwater cellar–restaurant with panoramic glass windows where parades of colorful tropical fish glide past as you dine on gourmet creations. Only Sea has breakfast on Sundays (reservations essential), and lunch every day.