- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with COMO Cocoa Island
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineEuropean & Seafood
- StyleOpen-Air Restaurant
- AtollSouth Malé Atoll
About Ufaa
Open-sided main restaurant offering European dishes alongside Indian and Mediterranean influences, with an emphasis on locally caught seafood and fresh produce. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Part of the dining roster at COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll, this european & seafood restaurant runs a open-air restaurant format.
Opens the resort's official menu
The menus at Ufaa
As published by the resort, checked Sept 2026. Prices as listed; the kitchen confirms at the table.
Breakfast Sample Menu · breakfast
Breakfast
- Very Berry frozen smoothie bowl
Açaí, berries, banana, chia pudding, toasted coconut and honey granola.
COMO Shambhala Kitchen · Vegetarian or vegan · Contains nuts · Lactose-free
- Real Toast
Nut, seed and vegetable toast, tomatoes, cucumber, parsley salad, avocado crush and lime.
COMO Shambhala Kitchen · Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan · Contains nuts · Lactose-free
- Nut, seed and coconut clusters
Fresh mango, banana and coconut yoghurt served with coconut water.
COMO Shambhala Kitchen · Vegetarian or vegan · Contains nuts · Lactose-free
- Smoked Salmon Plate
Pumpernickel, cottage cheese, cucumber, lemon, caper and herb salad with soft-boiled egg.
COMO Shambhala Kitchen · Sustainably sourced · Lactose-free
- Golden waffles
Seasonal berries, vanilla bean mascarpone and maple syrup.
Vegetarian or vegan
- Cinnamon scented French toast
Fresh mango, caramelized banana, passionfruit curd, cashew nut streusel and kaffir lime syrup.
Vegetarian or vegan · Contains nuts
- Ricotta pancakes
Banana, fresh blueberries and honeycomb butter.
Vegetarian or vegan
- Eggs benedict
Poached eggs, shaved ham and hollandaise sauce.
Contains pork
- Eggs royale
Poached eggs, smoked salmon and hollandaise sauce.
Sustainably sourced
- Cocoa breakfast
Two free-range eggs cooked your way with potato rosti, bacon, chipolatas, roast tomatoes, mushrooms, kale and chickpea masala.
Sustainably sourced · Contains pork
- Two free-range eggs or egg-white omelette
Choice of Gruyère, tomato, peppers, leeks, onion, mushroom, garden herbs, ham, smoked salmon, asparagus, spinach or chickpea masala.
Sustainably sourced · Contains pork
- Quinoa bowl
Marinated grilled tofu, mushrooms, avocado, broccoli, house-made kimchi, pickles and nori sprinkle.
COMO Shambhala Kitchen · Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Potato masala dosai
Southern Indian lentil curry and coconut chutney.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Maldivian egg and vegetable curry
Served with Maldivian tuna and coconut sambal and roshi.
COMO Shambhala Kitchen · Sustainably sourced · Lactose-free
- Boiled rice soup
Shredded chicken, shiitake mushrooms, soft-cooked egg, cabbage, ginger, spring onions and coriander.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free
No item prices are printed in this sample menu.
Lunch Sample Menu · lunch
Small plates
- SamosasUSD 24
Masala-spiced potato and chickpea with mango chutney.
Vegetarian or vegan
- MezzeUSD 26
Selection of dips, crudités and naan bread.
Vegetarian or vegan · Contains nuts
- Spider rollUSD 28
Soft-shell crab maki roll, avocado, spicy mayonnaise and ponzu sauce.
Sustainably sourced
- Crispy fried squidUSD 26
Fried garlic, pepper and green-chilli dipping sauce.
Sustainably sourced
- Chicken satayUSD 28
Peanut sauce, pickled cucumber and fried shallots.
Contains nuts · Lactose-free
Soup and salads
- Soup of the dayUSD 24
Gluten-free · Lactose-free · Vegetarian or vegan
- Classic Caesar saladUSD 28
Romaine, bacon, capers, croutons, parmesan, white anchovy and soft-boiled egg.
Contains pork
- CapreseUSD 28
Buffalo mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes and basil.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan
- Gypsy saladUSD 26
Cherry tomato, cucumber, watermelon, shaved cauliflower, red grapes, radicchio and Persian feta.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan
Soup and salad additions
- Grilled free-range chicken breastUSD 12
- Grilled prawns - 2 piecesUSD 15
Seafood starters
- Dibba Bay oystersUSD 39
Freshly shucked by the half-dozen with mignonette sauce.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Lactose-free
- CarpaccioUSD 34
Reef fish, pink grapefruit, fennel, caper, rocket and dill.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced · Lactose-free
- Island-spiced tunaUSD 34
Local leaves, kale, green mango, grated coconut, tempered spice and lime dressing.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced · Lactose-free
- Lagoon lobster cobbUSD 38
Iceberg, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, soft-cooked egg, bacon, blue cheese, Dijon mustard and herb dressing.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Contains pork · Locally sourced
Sandwiches, wraps and burgers
- Lobster rollUSD 38
Poached local lagoon lobster, avocado, tomato, celery, spring onion and mayonnaise with plantain chips.
Locally sourced · Sustainably sourced
- Crispy fish tacosUSD 28
Chipotle mayonnaise, pico de gallo, mojo verde, pickled onion and red cabbage.
Locally sourced · Sustainably sourced · Lactose-free
- Chicken tikka naanUSD 28
Tandoor chicken, tomato, cucumber, pickled red-onion salad and coriander chutney.
- COMO burgerUSD 38
Black Angus beef patty, tomato, tomato relish, zucchini pickles, Gruyère cheese and lettuce.
Pizzas
- MargheritaUSD 26
Tomato passata, mozzarella and basil.
Vegetarian or vegan
- FunghiUSD 28
Mushrooms, kale, mozzarella, pecorino and truffle oil.
Vegetarian or vegan
- Quattro formaggiUSD 28
Fior di latte, taleggio, gorgonzola, pecorino, sweet onion and radicchio.
Vegetarian or vegan
- GamberiUSD 30
Prawn, tomato passata, garlic, oregano and grilled-chilli relish.
Pastas, noodles and rice
- Casaraccia puttanescaUSD 30
Yellowfin tuna, anchovy, olives, capers, tomato sugo and basil.
Locally sourced · Sustainably sourced
- Linguine gamberiUSD 32
Sautéed prawns, cherry tomatoes, garlic, chilli, lemon and rocket.
Sustainably sourced
- Rigatoni alla NormaUSD 36
Eggplant, basil, garlic and ricotta salata.
- Indian mie gorengUSD 28
Wok-fried egg noodles, potato masala, tomato, cabbage, spring onions, egg crêpe and fried shallots.
Lactose-free
- Nasi gorengUSD 30
Indonesian wok-fried rice, prawn, chicken, vegetables, sambal and fried egg.
Lactose-free
Local lagoon lobster
- Brick-oven baked local lagoon lobsterUSD 110
Fried garlic, capers, oregano and nut-brown butter sauce.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced
- Masala-spiced local lagoon lobsterUSD 110
Tandoor-roasted with tomato, pomegranate, radish salad, cucumber and mint raita.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced
- Kerala-style local lagoon lobsterUSD 110
Fragrant tomato and coconut curry, basmati rice and naan bread.
Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced
Crispy fried, grilled, braised and tandoor baked
- Tiger prawnsUSD 38
Greek-style salad, peppers, tomatoes, cucumber, olives and halloumi.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced
- Fish and chipsUSD 36
Crispy beer-battered reef fish, hand-cut chips, tartare sauce and lemon.
Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced · Lactose-free
- Local reef fishUSD 48
Baby beans, green olives, capers, parsley and lemon salad.
Gluten-free · Locally sourced · Sustainably sourced
- NiçoiseUSD 42
Yellowfin tuna steak, tomato, artichoke, bean-and-potato salad, soft-boiled egg, anchovy, olive, lemon, caper and parsley.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced · Lactose-free
- Maldivian fish curryUSD 38
Jobfish cutlets in fragrant tomato, ramba leaf and coconut curry, served with naan bread and saffron rice.
Locally sourced · Sustainably sourced
- Murgh makhaniUSD 36
Tandoor chicken in tomato, cashew and cardamom curry, served with naan bread and saffron rice.
Contains nuts
- Black Onyx sirloinUSD 85
Roast cherry tomatoes, charred onion, arugula, parmesan and vincotto.
Gluten-free
Sides
- Mixed-leaf saladUSD 15
Herb vinaigrette.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free · Vegetarian or vegan
- Romaine and rocket saladUSD 15
Fennel, radish, parmesan and lemon dressing.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free · Vegetarian or vegan
- Seasonal greensUSD 15
Lemon and extra-virgin olive oil.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free · Vegetarian or vegan
- French friesUSD 15
Sea salt and aioli.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free · Vegetarian or vegan
- Fried crushed kipfler potatoesUSD 15
Balsamic and grated parmesan.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan
Dessert
- Seasonal fruit plateUSD 24
Coconut sorbet.
- Selection of house-made sorbet and ice creamUSD 22
- Banana cheesecakeUSD 24
Coconut crumbs.
- Lime-scented pavlovaUSD 24
Fresh mango, banana, mango, passionfruit curd and toasted coconut.
Gluten-free
- Chocolate mousseUSD 24
Ginger frangipane and honeycomb brittles.
Contains nuts
- Cheese selectionUSD 28
Fig paste and sesame matzos crackers.
Prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
COMO Shambhala Kitchen Sample Menu · wellness dining
Appetisers
- Zucchini chia crispbreadUSD 26
Heirloom tomato, shaved cauliflower, cucumber salad and cashew nut cream.
Gluten-free · Contains nuts · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Sashimi saladUSD 32
Local yellowfin tuna, ginger, seaweed, cucumber, radish salad, citrus, soy and sesame dressing.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free · Locally sourced · Sustainably sourced
- Greek style gem saladUSD 32
Peppers, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, baby beans, olives, capers and vegan feta cheese.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free
- Grilled rare beef saladUSD 32
Chinese cabbage, carrot, radish, mint slaw, kimchi, black fungi, sesame and soy dressing.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free
Bowls
- Shambhala choppedUSD 28
Raw, cooked and grilled vegetables, avocado, chickpeas and citrus sesame dressing.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Power houseUSD 28
Chopped broccoli, cauliflower, quinoa, radish, mint and almonds with ginger miso dressing.
Gluten-free · Contains nuts · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Queen peaUSD 28
Crispy chickpea falafels, chunky tabbouleh, hummus, romaine, sauerkraut and tahini sauce.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- PokeUSD 36
Local yellowfin tuna, cherry tomatoes, seaweed, edamame, avocado pickles and ferments, brown rice and Japanese dressing.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Locally sourced · Lactose-free
Main courses
- Tandoor cauliflowerUSD 28
Pomegranate, quinoa, kale salad and nigella yoghurt.
Vegetarian or vegan · Gluten-free
- Southern Indian lentil curryUSD 36
Chana dahl, vegetables in tomato, tamarind and coconut curry with kosambri salad and chapatti.
Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Reef fishUSD 42
Steamed in fragrant ginger with shallot, shiitake mushroom sauce, bok choy, brown rice and sesame oil.
Gluten-free · Sustainably sourced · Lactose-free · Locally sourced
- Spiced free-range chickenUSD 38
Freekeh, dried-fruit and nut salad, harissa yoghurt, fennel salad and orange salad.
Contains nuts
Desserts
- Young coconut jellyUSD 20
Tropical fruit and lemongrass ice.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Mango and passionfruit cheesecakeUSD 22
Coconut and macadamia nut crust.
Gluten-free · Contains nuts · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Watermelon and strawberry saladUSD 22
Mint and cucumber granita.
Gluten-free · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Shambhala power cookiesUSD 18
Dehydrated nut, seed and dried-fruit cookies.
Gluten-free · Contains nuts · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
Prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
Children Menu Sample · children
To start
- Steamed edamameUSD 12
With sea salt.
Vegetarian or vegan · Gluten-free · Lactose-free
- Cucumber and avocado maki rollsUSD 15
With soy sauce.
Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Kid cruditésUSD 15
Carrot, cucumber and cashew nut cream.
Contains nuts · Vegetarian or vegan · Lactose-free
- Caesar saladUSD 15
Romaine heart, shaved parmesan and Caesar dressing.
Contains nuts
Sandwiches, burgers and pizzas
- Toasted ham and cheese sandwichUSD 18
With fries.
Contains pork
- Kids pizza margheritaUSD 18
- Kids Hawaiian pizzaUSD 20
Contains pork
- Cocoa cheese burgerUSD 20
With lettuce, tomato and fries.
Main courses
- CaserecceUSD 20
With tomato sauce, cheese and basil.
- PappardelleUSD 20
With butter, garlic and parsley.
- SpaghettiUSD 22
With Bolognese sauce and parmesan cheese.
- Egg fried riceUSD 20
With chicken and vegetables.
Lactose-free
- Crispy fried fishUSD 20
With chips and tartare sauce.
- Chicken fingersUSD 20
With chips and tartare sauce.
- Grilled reef fishUSD 20
With mixed-leaf salad and aioli.
Gluten-free · Lactose-free
- Chicken breastUSD 20
With baby carrot and broccoli.
- Grilled beef steakUSD 28
With baby beans and jus.
Sides
- Mixed-leaf saladUSD 12
With lemon dressing.
Vegetarian or vegan · Gluten-free · Lactose-free
- Steamed jasmine riceUSD 12
Vegetarian or vegan · Gluten-free · Lactose-free
- French friesUSD 12
Vegetarian or vegan · Gluten-free · Lactose-free
- Steamed vegetablesUSD 12
Vegetarian or vegan · Gluten-free · Lactose-free
Desserts
- Banana sundaeUSD 12
Coconut ice cream and hot fudge sauce.
- Two scoops of ice creamUSD 12
- Fresh fruit saladUSD 12
With vanilla ice cream.
- Chocolate brownieUSD 12
White chocolate sauce and raspberry ice cream.
Prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.
Signature Sardinian Degustation Menu · degustation dinner
Signature Sardinian menu
- Carasau Bread
Whipped ricotta and abamele.
- Amuse-bouche
Scallops alla Catalana; paired with Champagne Duval-Leroy Brut Réserve.
- Culurgiones - Ravioli
Smoked potato, Pecorino Sardo, goat cheese and dill oil; paired with Castellare Sangiovese, Chianti, Tuscany 2021.
- Fregola - Pasta
Saffron and seafood; paired with Grattamacco Bolgheri Vermentino DOC 2020.
- Lamb
Charcoal lamb alla cacciatora; paired with Mora and Memo Nau, Cannonau di Sardegna 2019.
- Palate cleanser
Mirto granita and hibiscus sorbet.
- Seadas
Fresh cheese-filled pastry, wild honey and orange; paired with Kressmann Grande Réserve Sauternes 2020.
No menu price is printed in the supplied document.
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The COMO Cocoa Island experience
COMO Cocoa Island is a private-island resort in the South Malé Atoll, Maldives, accessible by a 25-minute speedboat transfer. The property features 33 overwater accommodations, designed to resemble traditional Maldivian dhonis, and one restaurant serving a fusion of Indian and Pacific Rim cuisine. The resort…
Getting there
Located in South Malé Atoll, COMO Cocoa Island is reached by a 25-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.
Questions about Ufaa
What cuisine does Ufaa serve?
Ufaa at COMO Cocoa Island serves European & Seafood in a open-air restaurant format. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.Is Ufaa included in the meal plan?
What is included depends on the meal plan you book at COMO Cocoa Island (Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.Where is Ufaa located?
Ufaa is at COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
Explore Ufaa
Ufaa is part of the dining at COMO Cocoa Island. For dietary enquiries or table requests, guests may contact the resort.
