Where and What to Eat at Cinnamon resorts
The Ultimate Maldives Dining Guide
January, 2025
It's no secret that better way to get to the heart of the destination than exploring its cuisine. Explore the inspired culinary indulgences of the world at restaurants of Cinnamon resorts in the Maldives. Every resort serves up fresh, healthy, and honest fare that is both tasty and nutritious. And don't worry, if you want to splurge on something a little more indulgent, Cinnamon has got that too.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives
Discover inspired culinary indulgences at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives with freshly caught seafood, flavours from across Asia and gourmet international dining. Indulge in local and regional specialities and refresh with sundowners served up with stunning Indian ocean views.
Maakana restaurant at Cinnamon Dhonveli is a delightful International buffet spread includes Continental, Maldivian, Indian, Sri Lankan, Mediterranean, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, and many more beloved Southeast Asian foods, with more to discover at the Desserts isle section. If you loves Indian curries, wok fried noodles, fresh salads and fruits, meet cuts, Italians pastas and pizzas you will not be disappointed.Opened for breakfast, lunch and dinner the dining spot boasts the rolling waves views at Pasta Point and very friendly and attentive staffs makes the dining experience all the more enjoyable.
An other all-you-can-eat restaurant on the island, Koimala sets the table for a gourmet international and Asian flavours all day. Start the day off with a hearty breakfast, indulging in fresh fare from around the globe alongside authentic Maldivian selections, fresh salads, an extensive dessert offerings and delicious Southeast Asian foods. Enjoy cooked-to-order dishes from live cooking stations as you dine on a terrace overlooking the lagoon. There is a special kids station at Koimala restaurant is much loved by a little surfers.
Rehendhi Restaurant is exclusively reserved for guests staying in the Overwater Suites and Beach Suites with Pool. From sumptuous international and local spreads to mouth watering cocktails, there's all-day temptation waiting for you. With both indoor and outdoor seating options, guests can relish their meals while gazing upon the tranquil sea views.
With a fun atmosphere & friendly staff Tex Mex offers an original à la carte menu of fresh, healthy and delicious Spanish, Mexican cuisine and Tex-Mex BBQ dishes paired with a selection of cocktails and specialty beers. From the mouthwatering tostadas and tacos to the zesty kick of Surf & Turf Nachos, a vibrant Tex Mex’s food scene offers far more than platefuls of tortilla chips heaped with salsa, guacamole and jalapeños and smothered in gooey cheese.
Drinks at Dhonveli are serve three spots to choose from: Beach Bar, Surfers’ Bar, and Raiyvilla Bar. Enjoy ocean views with sundowner cocktails, or refresh with an original handcrafted mocktails. Select from a range of top vintages, spirits or fresh juices, or relax after lunch with a book. A perfect spot for evening snack or coffee Raiyvilla Bar serves the guests on an All Inclusive package only.
Check Availability and PricesCinnamon Velifushi Maldives
A bite on the fly, private beachfront dining, sumptuous buffets or poolside drinks, the dining experience at Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives is your front row ticket to a gastronomical adventure across the globe.
A stunning backdrop of ocean waves and delicious food, right this way. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, VAH Global Dining promises to be a culinary adventure beyond the ordinary to satisfy your cravings at Cinnamon Velifushi. Grab hot and cold breakfast favourites, from made-to-order eggs, sausage, bacon and porridge to Asian and veggie options. With everyday favourites and international favourites a meticulously crafted international buffet is something fresh on the Maldives' dining scene, there's something for every palate here.
Fen Bar is a great poolside place to grab a perfect cocktail and some small plates, while a gentle breeze adds to the ambiance. With comfortable couches and lounge chairs the ocean views are like nothing you’ve ever seen, and time slips away here quite so effortlessly.
Opened for lunch and dinner Iru Kitchen & Bar is a stylish a la carte restaurant to share a seafood platter and other delicately plated delights.
Kick back with a cocktail in hand at Vah Lounge and watch the sun slip below the waves as Maldives wakes up for the evening below. This elevated lounge is the perfect setting for post dining relaxation, blending oceanfront indulgence with a lighthearted menu. Something’s sure to 'peak' your interest.
Check Availability and PricesCinnamon Hakuraa Huraa
The best dining in the Maldives means spicy local flavours, global gourmet bites and starlit dinners – find all this and more at Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa, with selection of restaurants and lounges.
Wholesome and hearty or delightfully decadent? Roll up for whatever you’re craving at Malaafaiy Restaurant. With limitless views and diverse range of international cuisines and live action counters the eatery serves the three daily buffets for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all guests from the main island.
Spread the net at King Crab restaurant to get the very best in bivales, crustaceans, molluscs and more. It turns out there are plenty of fish in the sea when it comes to where eat a fine sumptuous seafood specialties in the Maldives. From succulent lobster to the four course meals, paired with the ideal beverage, King Crab is your oyster. While the location promises easy access for water bungalow guests, be sure to reserve your table in advance to secure a dining experience at this specialty seafood restaurant.
Discover the art of dining that that connecting you with the destination. Serving exclusively to Platinum Island guests, the Manzaru restaurant allows you to feast upon a grand international buffet, featuring comfort foods of Asian, Continental, and Mediterranean cuisines for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, there’s something for every craving.
Opened from morning hours till last guest Veli Bar and Lounge comes to life with vibrant, live entertainment. The menu has extensive selection of cocktails, fresh fruit shakes and light bites to enjoy throughout the day. Set at the heart of the island, this pool bar is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy under the swaying palms.
Treat your tastebuds as the sun sets at Vevu Bar and Lounge. A mixology team serves worldly cocktails along with tasty snacks in stylish setting exclusively catering to the discerning guests of the adults-only Platinum Island.
Check Availability and PricesEllaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon
As one of the best Maldives resorts for diving and snorkelling, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon knows how to recharge guests for further underwater adventures. Explore the flavours of the world at its restaurants and bars.
Serving up a paradise of flavours, from fresh seafood to international specialties Madi is a main restaurant at Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon. With chilled vibes and great food the buffet opens from morning till night, to keep you feeling fulfilled throughout your getaway.
Facing sunset Seanic Café & Bar has a beautiful waterfront terrace to relax and enjoy international comfort foods or refreshing drinks after a pool swim.
Visit The Junction, a la carte restaurant and experience a taste of scrumptious flavours from a variety of dishes with a selection of lobster, pasta with prawns, lamb, desserts and more foods unlike ever before.
Not only exclusive snack service for All Inclusive and Premium All Inclusive guests, Iruohsenee Bar is a perfect place to host events of importance with a tropical touch. Whether it's a birthday or an anniversary, the bar draws in from the vast Indian Ocean to add an element of effortless grandeur to your celebration.
As for destination dining: Go out for an indulgent, private sandbank picnic with your partner, family or friends or rekindle your love on Lover's Deck with a private dining experience paired with exquisite wines and a thoughtfully curated four course meal.
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