Rating8.0
Rating8.0
Rating8.0All meals and beverages are included across two main restaurants and multiple bars. The Vehli handles the volume as the buffet anchor; The Kaana (food truck format) covers afternoon snacking. No à la carte surcharge restaurant exists here — specialty dining means making the most of live stations at The Vehli. Dress code for dinner: no swimwear or slippers.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Bar | Included | ||
| The Iru Bar | Included | ||
| The Kaana | Included | ||
| The Manta Exclusive Collection Lounge / Bar | Included | ||
| The Sunset Bar | Included | ||
| The Vehli | Included |
International Buffet, Asian, Maldivian, French, Indian, Chinese
The main restaurant and the dining hub for most guests. Buffet format with live cooking stations covering Maldivian fish curries, Indian dishes (chicken tikka, biryani), French cheese selections, and grilled meats. Standout items from guest reports: the rib eye station and fresh seafood. Seating is both indoor and on the beachfront terrace. Dinner has a casual dress code — no swimwear. No reservation needed, but the dinner rush fills fast; arrive early or late.
Signature dishes: Fresh seafood, Indian biryani, French cheese selections, Mauritian Bol Renverser, Grilled Rib Eye Steak, Freshly baked pizzas
Light Bites, Snacks, Asian, Western
Operating as a food truck alongside the beach and pool, this is the afternoon snacking option rather than a full restaurant. Useful for days you don't want to sit down for a formal lunch. Output covers gourmet sandwiches, dosas, chocolate crepes, and Asian soups. Works well as a quick refuel between water sports.
Signature dishes: Gourmet sandwiches, Chocolate crepes, Beef keema dosa, Asian soups
Bar Menu, Light Snacks, Canapés
Access restricted to Manta Collection guests (ages 8+). The evening draw is complimentary champagne from 6 PM with canapés — sushi rolls, finger sandwiches, samosas. Functions as both a breakfast venue for Manta guests and a pre-dinner drinks spot. The overwater setting gives better views than the main bars.
Signature dishes: Champagne, Sushi rolls, Finger sandwiches, Samosas
Bar Menu, Teatime Delicacies
Lagoon-edge bar that handles teatime (4–6 PM with sweet and savory snacks) before converting to the resort's main evening social hub. Cocktails are standard resort fare. This is where the GOs run themed evenings and entertain guests, so expect noise and energy — it's not a quiet sundowner spot.
Signature dishes: Cocktails, Teas with sweet and savory delicacies
Bar Menu, Appetizers
Positioned by the pool on a teak terrace, this is the better choice for a relaxed pre-dinner drink. The sunset orientation is genuine — the west-facing aspect gives good light. Margaritas and piña coladas are the crowd favorites. Light appetizers available.
Signature dishes: Margaritas, Pina Coladas, Sunset appetizers
Bar Menu, Smoothies, Coffee
Daytime beachfront bar covering cocktails, smoothies, and coffee. A drinks buggy service occasionally brings rounds directly to sun loungers — worth asking about on arrival. Casual, no table service expectation.
Signature dishes: All-natural fruit smoothies, Crafted cocktails, Premium coffee
