Wine and Dine Underground

Discover an extraordinary dining journey in the Indian Ocean’s deepest wine cave. Hidden beneath volcanic stone and accessed through a tranquil garden, The Cellar offers a rare setting for curated wine dinners and private tastings. A must for oenophiles seeking something truly memorable and atmospheric beneath the island’s surface.

Maldives History Museum

Explore the Utheemu Gallery, home to a meaningful collection of royal artefacts and island heirlooms curated by the local team. This immersive cultural space offers guests a rare window into Maldivian heritage and the significance of the northernmost atoll, enriching their island experience through authentic storytelling.

Dig In Dinner

A playful and imaginative dining concept where your table and chairs are sculpted from the beach itself. Guests enjoy an intimate meal quite literally in the sand—surrounded by lanterns, sea breezes, and a star-strewn sky. This grounded experience is ideal for those seeking an unfiltered connection to their island setting.

Cocktail Class

Join one of JA Manafaru’s charismatic bartenders for an engaging masterclass in cocktail artistry. Whether re-creating a resort signature or inventing your own twist, you will explore the craft of balance, presentation, and bold flavours in this hands-on, sociable session—perfect for couples or groups.

Cooking Class

This hands-on culinary session invites guests to discover traditional Maldivian recipes and island-style techniques. Learn how to create ‘short eats’ and savoury local dishes using fresh, regional ingredients. Group and private classes provide a delightful introduction to the flavours and food culture of the Maldives.

Kakuni

The resort’s all-day dining venue presents international and Maldivian specialities in a generous buffet setting. Mornings feature live cooking stations, while themed nights highlight regional delicacies, seafood and vibrant spices from around the world.

International

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Traditional, Family Friendly

Ocean Grill

Set directly on the sand, Ocean Grill offers chargrilled seafood, premium meats and daily catch prepared to order. Guests dine under the stars with uninterrupted ocean views, ideal for romantic evenings or relaxed coastal indulgence.

Bar, Grill/BBQ

Dinner

Romantic, Family Friendly

White Orchid Lounge

Perched over the water, this intimate lounge serves fine Asian fusion cuisine alongside curated cocktails. Guests enjoy Teppanyaki evenings, sushi platters and inventive small plates with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

Asian, International

Dinner

Modern, Romantic, Family Friendly

Andiamo Bistro & Pool

Surrounded by tropical greenery beside the main pool, Andiamo serves Mediterranean favourites from wood-fired pizzas to fresh salads and grilled meats. Casual yet refined, it's ideal for leisurely lunches or sunset cocktails.

Italian, Mediterranean

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Romantic, Family Friendly

Infinity Bar

This relaxed poolside bar offers an array of light bites, tropical drinks and premium spirits throughout the day. A hub for informal gatherings, its breezy setting is perfect for unwinding with a cocktail in hand.

Bar, Light Bites

Lunch, Cocktail hour, Dinner

Modern

Veli Bar

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Veli Bar is perfect for sunset cocktails, pre-dinner wines or late-night digestifs. Enjoy live music or join karaoke on select evenings. The menu includes fine wines, crafted spirits, wellness tonics, and house-made kombucha—offering a vibrant setting for social gatherings and relaxed island evenings.

Bar

Cocktail hour

The Cellar

Hidden 2.5 metres underground, The Cellar is the Maldives’ deepest wine cave. By reservation only, it hosts private tastings and degustation dinners paired with rare vintages from its curated collection.

Wine Cellar

Dinner