Restaurants and Bars at JA Manafaru
The restaurants and bars at JA Manafaru offer a diverse culinary experience, ranging from fresh seafood at the beachfront grill to Italian specialities at Andiamo Bistro. Guests can enjoy crafted cocktails and panoramic ocean views at the Infinity Bar, or savour international dishes and themed nights at Kakuni. Each venue provides a unique atmosphere, ensuring memorable dining moments in a stunning island setting.
Kakuni
Breakfast: 7am - 11am
Lunch: Noon - 3:30pm
Dinner: Check schedule for availability
Cuisine: International
Begin your day at Kakuni with a nourishing breakfast buffet and à la carte options. For lunch, enjoy a variety of international dishes to fuel your afternoon activities. Kakuni also features three weekly theme nights: Maldivian Malaafaiy with royal-style service, Asian Street night with diverse delicacies, and a Sustainable Seafood BBQ with the freshest catches.
Ocean Grill
Open: Check schedule for availability
Cuisine: Grill
The beachfront grill at Ocean Grill offers fresh seafood caught by local fishermen, ethical meats, and a variety of vegetarian delights. Guests can enjoy their meals while dining barefoot on the beach under a starlit sky. Twice weekly, Ocean Grill features Zero Food Waste menus, presenting creatively conceptualised dishes that are both delicious and sustainable.
White Orchid
Open: Check schedule for availability
Cuisine: Asian
Floating above the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, this overwater restaurant is ideal for sampling the flavours of the East. Savour favourites from across Asia while enjoying ocean views, or sit outside on the terrace and gaze up at the twinkling canopy above.
Infinity Pool & Bar
Open: 11am - 6pm
A mirror of perfection, the Infinity Bar offers a stunning view where the pool aligns seamlessly with the sea. Guests can soak up the sun with a refreshing drink in hand and watch the sun set below the azure waters of Haa Alifu Atoll at this picturesque pool bar.
Andiamo Bistro and Pool
Open: 11am - 9pm
Cuisine: Italian
Nestled within the lush natural island, Andiamo Bistro offers delicious Italian specialities and perfect pizzas, all served beside the jungle pool. Andiamo also provides complimentary ice cream daily, lovingly homemade. Guests can choose from a variety of creamy ice cream and sorbet flavours or try Maldivian-inspired frozen treats. The "Wellness Your Way" options are also available, featuring vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and low-carb scoops.
The Cellar
Open: For Reservations
Cuisine: Set Menu
The Cellar, the Indian Ocean’s hidden gem, is a subterranean chamber lined with volcanic rock, located deep beneath this private island at the northern tip of the Maldivian archipelago. It is a must-visit for discerning food and wine enthusiasts.
Veli Bar
Open: 4pm - Midnight
Experience crafted cocktails at sunset, a pre-dinner glass of wine, or a post-dinner digestif at Veli Bar. Perched over glimmering seas and under a starry sky, Veli Bar offers panoramic views of the tranquil Indian Ocean. Enjoy live music, karaoke, and a blend of fine wines, spirits, wellness tonics, tinctures, and homemade kombucha, creating a perfect space for socialising and fun.
Dine by Design
Open: Bespoke
Private dining at JA Manafaru offers guests unforgettable, intimate culinary experiences. Imagine a romantic beach dinner under the stars, where you and your loved one can enjoy a gourmet meal with the soothing sound of the waves as your backdrop. For a more adventurous setting, indulge in a private castaway island picnic, where you can savour a specially prepared picnic basket on a secluded beach, surrounded by pristine nature and turquoise waters. These exclusive dining options ensure that every moment at JA Manafaru is both unique and memorable.