Fine Dining for Discerning Foodies at Vakkaru Maldives

Amaany: All you can eat

With luxurious live cooking stations and à la carte options Amaany is buffet restaurant at Vakkaru for breakfast and two weekly themed buffet nights (Mediterranean and Indian Ocean). An extensive international buffet with the typical food spreads and some unique meals like a hearty Maldivian or Indian breakfast, fish curry, Thai specialities, Maldivian-style omelette, colorful Dim Sums, noodle station, freshly squeezed juices and bakery delights are some of the best offerings to leave your luxury villa for. The variety the international cuisines and relish local dishes prepared from fresh ingredients and accented with local tastes and tropical tones leave nothing to be desired to start the day. Don't miss the fresh cut mango, truffle honey, and homemade coconut yogurt.

Vakku: For a Fiery Meal

Specialized in finest selection of meat and seafood grilled to perfection, Vakku is open-air grill restaurant and a signature venue at Vakkaru. With an elegant beachfront setting, Vakku is the best kept secret on the island for a romantic dinner, a place where you can be delighted by magnificent sunsets, exquisite meals under the fluttering palm trees, and feel the warmth of the sand between your toes. Accompanied by a stunning wine list from abundant wine cellar the menu features a combination of classic seafood and meet dishes with creative presentations, while a very nice and attentive servers make your dining experience on the beach even more enjoyable.

Onu: A Culinary Journey Through Southeast Asia

An elegant bamboo fashioned culinary theatre with organic forms Onu embody a real sense of place is ensuring connections to the natural surroundings with luxurious features and facilities including a showcase kitchen. The decor matches the food, where each dish is said to be made with passion and emotion. Bringing South East Asia flavours to new heights Onu is place to savour delicious Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia food like you’ve never imagined: fresh, crafted and auspicious. With direct access to the organic farm, here’s where to find the best plant-based dishes at Vakkaru Maldives. For a unique meal, try Thai coconut soup or vegetable red curry.

Isoletta: Vibrant Italian fare

Relish traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine presented at Isoletta, elegant fine dining and family-style restaurant at Vakkaru. With communal dining table, lounging space, two seaters a la Milano and a poolside piazza Isoletta combines attentive service with a comprehensive menu, fine wines, and the freshest ingredients. An authentic Italian specialties range from salads, soups, and antipasti to entrées of seafood, ossobuco, steaks, scampi and chicken, delicious creamy desserts and after-dinner aperitifs. Whether it's a rich reef fish carpaccio, a creamy Tagliolini, or a light and fresh wine sauce you prefer on your pasta, the Italian Specialty Chef proudly present the best of Italian fare with flair. Wood fired pizza, featuring a crispy thin crust and topped with fresh, gourmet toppings, are hugely popular here as well.

Cabana: pool bar

Nothing says vacation and relaxation like a cocktail concocted with influence from arguably the most paradisiacal place in the world: Maldives. Take a break and rejuvenate poolside at Cabana designed for classic comfort, creative inspiration and a relaxed ambience. A place to be after a day of island activities, the lounge with a comfortable enduring space to relax and unwind in style offers a range of vibrant drinks for you to savor while admiring the stunning Indian ocean views. Whether you're just trying Maldives-inspired cocktails for the first time or are a self-proclaimed connoisseur, Cabana is sure to give you the easing buzz and that sunny happiness you're looking for.

Lagoon Bar: drink with a view

Plush chairs in a stylish venue above the crystal waters with open-air lounging space and the Indian Ocean breezes are signs of Lagoon Bar, the island's lagoon-front lounge serving chilled cocktails, snacks and Asian-influenced tapas from noon until late. The rejuvenated menu features an enticing selection of signature and new generation cocktails, including the timeless ‘Lagoon Time,’ an Asian-inspired ‘Red Dragon,’ the margarita-inspired ‘Tres Trapi,’ and many more delightful creations. Join Lagoon Bar for an unforgettable evening to celebrate the island life while enjoying creative drinks, sushi, sashimi and Asian-influenced tapas, where the breathtaking Maldivian sunset will leave you in awe.

Anguru Teppanyaki: a food theatre

For an unadulterated Japanese experience and for some of the best teppanyaki in Maldives, the place to be at Vakkaru is Anguru. You can watch the mouth-watering food being flipped in the air by the talented chef before it lands on your plate. Set in a semi-open gazebo with a thatched roof near the main pool, this exclusive outlet seats up to 10 diners and serves an a la carte menu for lunch and set menus for dinner. The chef entertain you thoroughly, so you have the best combination: an exciting show and a plate full of great food to boot too!

Vakkaru Reserve: Surprise, Wine Lovers!

When the heat is on, foodies head to Vakkaru Reserve. The property's very own wine cellar houses a curated selection of wines showcasing fine vintage and non-vintage offerings from Old to New World vineyards. With well-appointed tasting room and gourmet meals Vakkaru Reserve features a communal dining table for ten and a wine bar. Delight in the degustation setting and wine tasting experiences hosted by the resort's resident sommelier, skillfully balancing a premium around the world wine journey.

Destination Dining: Let Your Imagination Run Wild

At Vakkaru, the resort's expert culinary team not only ensures your day in Maldives starts and ends on a delicious note, but also turns every moment into cherishable memory. From a romantic candlelit dinner with amazing ocean views, a castaway picnic on a secluded sandbank, or a merry family soirée to an elegant wine pairing dinner in award-winning cellar, Vakkaru brings you a celebration of the unique flavours with a destination dining experiences to complement the splendours of the tropical island.

Vakkaru Maldives

Best Experience:  Couples, Families, Water Villas, Service, Beaches, Swimming with Mantas

Vakkaru Maldives is a brand new luxury resort located within the crystal clear waters of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Baa Atoll. Vakkaru is a lovely island combined with a real Maldivian atmosphere and offers many high-end options in a comfy ambiance.

Surrounded by lush, vegetation, beautiful beach and stunning lagoon, the 5-star resort offers an extensive selection of luxury accommodation, with 113 beach and overwater villas and suites catering for couples and families alike, all come with butler service. A great choice of indulgent dining choices allow guests to enjoy flavours from Europe to Asia in four restaurants and two bars, all offering a delicious culinary experience and an amazing, talented, professional team of friendly staff. With an array of energetic or relaxing indulgent activities in and around this Maldives resort, it’s an ideal place for both couples (romantic and idyllic with an adult-only area ) and as well families (kids club, family villas beach & overwater and nanny service). The island, with its pearl shores and ambundant marine life is just a 25-minute seaplane ride from Malé Airport.

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