Rating8.4
Rating8.0
Rating8.1Adults OnlyThree restaurants on the Palace island, two more at Riu Atoll accessible via footbridge. Specialty restaurants require reservations (book at reception on arrival). The main buffet, Palm, covers all three meals without reservation. Cava served at breakfast. Bars on both islands covered under the all-inclusive.
Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beef Steak House (Riu Atoll) | Included | ||
| Boduberu Lounge Bar (Riu Atoll) | Included | ||
| Krystal | Included | ||
| Minibar and Liquor Dispenser | Included | ||
| Palm | Included | ||
| Paradise Pool Bar | Included | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| Sofia (Riu Atoll) | Included | ||
| Sports Bar (Riu Atoll) | Included | ||
| Sunshine Swim-up Pool Bar (Riu Atoll) | Included | ||
| Yu Hi | Included |
Fusion
Fusion, dinner only, à la carte, 6:30–10pm. Reservation required. Indoor seating. The more creative of the two Palace specialty restaurants — worth prioritizing on the first full evening to set dinner expectations for the stay.
Japanese
Japanese, dinner only, à la carte, 6:30–10pm. Reservation required. Guest reviews consistently rate this as the standout dining experience on the property. The Japanese restaurant is harder to get into than Krystal — reserve this one first.
Signature dishes: Authentic Japanese cuisine
Italian
Italian, dinner only, 6:30–10pm, at Riu Atoll via footbridge. À la carte mains with buffet starters and desserts. Reservation required. Seafood cassoulet polenta is a specific mentioned dish. Factor in footbridge transit time when planning the 6:30 sitting.
Signature dishes: Seafood cassoulet polenta
Steakhouse
Steakhouse, dinner only, 6:30–10pm, at Riu Atoll. À la carte with buffet starters and desserts. Reservation required. Good cuts; specify doneness clearly. Another option for protein-focused evenings when the buffet feels repetitive.
International Buffet
Main buffet, breakfast (7:30–10:30am), lunch (1–3pm), dinner (6:30–10pm). Live cooking stations, themed buffets three times weekly, Cava at breakfast. No reservation needed. The quality for a buffet is strong — Maldives food costs are high, and RIU maintains the spread accordingly.
Signature dishes: Live cooking stations, Themed buffets, Sparkling wine at breakfast
Snacks and Drinks
Pool bar with swim-up section, 10:30am–6pm, snacks from 3:30pm. Full drinks menu included. Swim-up bar section restricted to guests 18+. The daytime social hub — most of the resort gathers here mid-afternoon.
Signature dishes: Refreshing drinks and cocktails
Bar menu, Snacks, Drinks
24-hour bar with snacks at Riu Atoll. Air-conditioned. The late-night fallback for both islands; accessible via footbridge. Snack options are limited but it's the only option after 10pm.
Drinks
Evening lounge bar at Riu Atoll, 6pm–midnight. Indoor and terrace seating. Good for pre-dinner cocktails if you're eating at Sofia or the Beef Steak House.
Drinks
Daytime swim-up bar at Riu Atoll. Full drinks menu. Useful if the Paradise pool bar on the Palace side is crowded.
International
For private indulgence, room service delivers a selection of international dishes right to your door. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, or late-night bites from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM in the comfort and privacy of your accommodation.
Beverages and Snacks
Your room comes equipped with a regularly restocked minibar and liquor dispenser, offering a convenient selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks for enjoyment at any time.
