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Ever been to an under-the-sea restaurant?

Love beaches? If you’ve been to Boracay, Palawan, Bali, or Phuket, then maybe it’s now time to add the Maldives in your list.

Known for its stunning, pearl-white sand beaches, the Maldives is a wonderful place to be and secretly houses some of the most beautiful restaurants in the world too.

Scroll down and know where to dine when you visit the Maldives!

Ithaa Undersea Restaurant

Ithaa is the world’s first all-glass undersea restaurant that serves contemporary European cuisine. The word ‘Ithaa’ actually means mother of pearl in Dhivehi.

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Conrad Rangali Island 20077, Maldives
+960 668-0629

Palace Sichuan

Palace Sichuan is a beautiful Chinese restaurant that serves authentic Cantonese cuisine. The ambiance of this place is what makes guests come back, even locals!

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Boduthakurufaanu Magu, 97 Male, Maldives

Baan Thai

Baan Thai recreates exotic flavors and serves traditional Thai cuisine in a beautiful setting. Must-tries include the pad thai, tom yum, and mango sticky rice.

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Hakuraa Goalhi, Male 20080
+960 332-2488

Seagull Cafe House

Seagull is an open-air cafe that serves an extensive menu of brunch meals, pasta burgers, and really good gelato.

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Male, Maldives
+960 332-3332

Symphony Lagoon

Operated by the oldest restaurant brand in the capital, Symphony Lagoon is a tropical-themed restaurant that serves an extensive menu of dishes. They have a beautiful al fresco garden area.

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Crystal Sands Beach Hotel, Maafushi, 08090 Male, Maldives
+960 779-0660

Sea Fire Salt Sky

Sea Fire Salt Sky gives you a beautiful underwater dining experience. The rooftop bar is a beauty too where you can catch the hues of Maldivian sunset.

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Anantara Kihavah Villas Resort
+960 660-1020

Bombay Darbaar

Bombay Darbaar is one of the must-try Indian restaurants in Maldives, that not only serves Indian but Mughlai, Continental and Chinese cuisine as well. 

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Hulhumalé, 23000 Male, Maldives
+960 993-8696

Seahouse Maldives

Located at Seahouse Hotels and Restaurants, this cafe can be found above the Hulhumale’ Ferry Terminal. Enjoy good food with an open terrace view and the cool breeze to accompany it with.

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Dhathuruvehi 3, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Maldives
+960 333-2957

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