• Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Niva Dhigali
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    Middle Eastern, Indian
  • Style
    À la Carte
  • Setting
    jungle
  • Atoll
    Raa Atoll

About Battuta

Tucked away in the jungle a culinary adventure awaits at Battuta. Our restaurant tells the story of 14th-century explorer Ibn Battuta and his travels from North Africa, through the Middle East, to Southeast Asia. Each dish is a love letter to place a soulful retelling of history, crafted into an unforgettable dining experience. A journey of flavour, a passage to vibrant cultures. From Morocco’s bustling spice markets to the sun-soaked shores of the Maldives, every plate tells a story. Indulge in rich, aromatic curries, smoky tandoor creations, and sweet, syrupy desserts that transport you across continents. Savour Sri Lanka’s Jaffna Odiyal Kool, India’s legendary Mutton Rogan Josh, and Morocco’s delicious Lamb Tagine every bite a passport to a new world. An adventure tasted in every dish.

Part of the dining roster at Niva Dhigali, Raa Atoll, this middle eastern, indian restaurant runs a à la carte format · jungle setting.

On the menu

As published by the resort, checked Sept 2026. Prices as listed; the kitchen confirms at the table.

Blast of Bubbles

  • Bubbly Dhigali

    Prosecco | Amaretto | Fresh Passion Fruit | Passion Purée

  • Bellini Colada

    Vodka | Prosecco | Peach Purée | Cucumber

  • Citrus Spritz

    Aperol | Prosecco | Fresh Passion Fruit | Passion Fruit Purée | Kafir Lime Leaves

  • Lush Whispers

    Gin | Elderflower Syrup | Cucumber | Tonic

  • Bellini

    Prosecco | Peach Purée

Aperitif Cocktails

  • Aperol Spritz

    Aperol | Prosecco | Soda

  • Negroni

    Gin | Campari | Martini Rosso

  • Americano

    Campari | Martini Rosso | Soda

  • Campari Spritz

    Campari | Prosecco | Soda

  • Gin Martini

    Gin | Martini Dry

  • Hugo Spritz

    Elderflower | Prosecco | Soda | Mint

Inspired Mocktails | Non-Alcoholic

  • Sunset Drift

    Pink Grapefruits Syrup | Elderflower Syrup | Lime Juice | Soda

  • Fruitquake

    Fresh Orange | Fresh Lime | Fresh Kiwi | Pink Grapefruit | Sprite

  • Blue Sky

    Fresh Lime Juice | Blue Curacao | Soda

  • Mirhaa Fizz

    Passion Fruit | Coconut Pureé | Pineapple Juice | Lime Juice | Soda

  • The Dawn

    Peach Pureé | Fresh Cucumber | Fresh Mint | Leaves | Soda

Spirits

  • Aperitif
    50 ml
  • Ricard Pastis
    USD 0
  • Martini Rosso
    USD 0
  • Bianco
    USD 0
  • Extra Dry
    USD 0
  • Aperol
    USD 0
  • Pimms No. 1
    USD 0
  • Campari
    USD 0
  • Blended Scotch Whiskey
    50 ml
  • Ballentine's Finest
    USD 0
  • JW Red Label
    USD 0
  • Chivas Regal
    USD 11
  • JW Black Label 12 years
    USD 11
  • JW Double Black
    USD 13
  • Dimple
    USD 15
  • JW Blue Label
    USD 29
  • JW King George
    USD 105
  • Single Malt Whiskey
    50 ml
  • Glenfiddich 12 years
    USD 0
  • Glenlivet 12 years
    USD 13
  • Glenmorangie 10 years
    USD 11
  • Singleton 12 years
    USD 13
  • Singleton 18 years
    USD 21
  • Oban 14 years
    USD 25
  • Lagavulin 16 years
    USD 25
  • Glenlivet 21 years
    USD 32
  • Tennessee Whiskey
    50 ml
  • Jim Beam White
    USD 0
  • Jack Daniels
    USD 9
  • Irish Whiskey
    50 ml
  • Jameson Irish Whiskey
    USD 0
  • Gin
    50 ml
  • Bombay Sapphire

    England

    USD 0
  • Beefeater

    England

    USD 0
  • Gordons London Dry

    England

    USD 0
  • Tanqueray Gin

    Scotland

    USD 0
  • City of London Sloe

    England

    USD 11
  • Hendrick's

    Scotland

    USD 11
  • Aviation American

    USA

    USD 11
  • Monkey 47

    Germany

    USD 15
  • Sherry Port
    50 ml
  • Graham's Fine Tawny Port
    USD 0
  • Tio Pepe Fino Sherry
    USD 0
  • Grappa
    50 ml
  • Villpiana Grappa Bianca
    USD 0
  • Nonino Grappa Merlot
    USD 12
  • Liqueur
    50 ml
  • Baileys Irish Cream
    USD 0
  • Galliano
    USD 0
  • Cointreau
    USD 0
  • Jagermeister
    USD 0
  • Kahlua
    USD 0
  • Sambuca
    USD 0
  • Limoncello
    USD 0
  • Amaretto di Saronno
    USD 0
  • Tequila
    50 ml
  • Jose Cuervo Gold
    USD 0
  • Jose Cuervo Silver
    USD 0
  • Patron Café XO
    USD 12
  • Patron Gold
    USD 12
  • Patron Silver
    USD 12
  • Vodka
    50 ml
  • Absolut Blue

    Swedish

    USD 0
  • Smirnoff Red

    Russia

    USD 0
  • Finlandia

    Finland

    USD 0
  • Russian Standard

    Russia

    USD 0
  • Skyy

    USA

    USD 0
  • Ultimate

    Poland

    USD 11
  • Ciroc

    France

    USD 11
  • Crystal Head

    Canada

    USD 11
  • Chopin

    Poland

    USD 11
  • Grey Goose Citron

    France

    USD 11
  • Grey Goose

    France

    USD 11
  • Belvedere

    Poland

    USD 11
  • Ketel One

    Netherlands

    USD 11
  • Ciroc Coconut

    France

    USD 11
  • Beluga

    Russia

    USD 13
  • Kauffman Russian 'Hard'

    Russia

    USD 17
  • Rum
    50 ml
  • Bacardi Silver
    USD 0
  • Bacardi Gold
    USD 0
  • Captain Morgan Dark
    USD 0
  • Havana 7 years
    USD 9
  • Ron Zacapa 23 years
    USD 15
  • Brandy, Cognac, Armagnac
    50 ml
  • St Remy VSOP
    USD 0
  • Napoleon Gold
    USD 0
  • Courvoisier VS
    USD 9
  • Remy Martin VSOP
    USD 11
  • Hennessy VSOP
    USD 12
  • Remy Martin Grand VS Cru
    USD 15
  • Remy Martin XO
    USD 26
  • Hennessy Paradis Extra
    USD 230

Beer

  • Carlsberg

    Denmark

    USD 0
  • Heineken

    Holland

    USD 0
  • San Miguel

    Philippines

    USD 0
  • Lion Lager

    Sri Lanka

    USD 0
  • Damm Lager

    Spain • Non-Alcoholic

    USD 0
  • Corona

    Mexico

    USD 6

Soft Beverages

  • Fresh Juice

    Orange | Pineapple | Mango

    USD 0
  • Watermelon
    USD 0
  • Smoothies

    Mango | Strawberry

    USD 0
  • Milkshakes

    Strawberry | Chocolate | Vanilla

    USD 0
  • Water

    Still

  • NIVA Dhigali Still Water 1000 ml
    USD 0
  • Evian 750 ml
    USD 10
  • NIVA Dhigali Sparkling 500 ml
    USD 0
  • San Pellegrino 750 ml
    USD 7
  • Soft drinks, Soda & Energy Drinks
  • Coca Cola
    USD 0
  • Fanta
    USD 0
  • Sprite Zero
    USD 0
  • Sprite
    USD 0
  • Ginger Ale
    USD 0
  • Coke Zero
    USD 0
  • Bitter Lemon
    USD 0
  • Soda
    USD 0
  • Tonic
    USD 0
  • Red Bull
    USD 6
  • Tea by Dilmah
  • Green Tea with Jasmin Flower
    USD 0
  • Moroccan Mint Green Tea
    USD 0
  • Pure Peppermint Leaves
    USD 0
  • Chamomile Flowers
    USD 0
  • Mango & Strawberry
    USD 0
  • Single Estate Darjeeling
    USD 0
  • Original Early Grey
    USD 0
  • Hot Coffee | Chocolate
  • Espresso
    USD 0
  • Double Espresso
    USD 0
  • Macchiato
    USD 0
  • Americano
    USD 0
  • Latte
    USD 0
  • Cappuccino
    USD 0
  • Hot Chocolate
    USD 0

Wines & Bubbles by the glass

  • Sparkling
  • La Montelliana, Prosecco, Italy
    USD 0
  • Calvet Celebration, Brut Rose, France
    USD 0
  • Robert de Pampignac NV Brut Champagne, France
    USD 0
  • White Wine
  • Emotivo, IGT, Pinot Grigio, Italy
    USD 0
  • Stoneburn, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
    USD 0
  • Herbstlicht, Riesling Trocken, Germany
    USD 0
  • Fuzion Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Argentina
    USD 0
  • Red Wine
  • Don Simon, Merlot, Spain
    USD 0
  • Cambridge Crossing, Shiraz, Australia
    USD 0
  • Alamos Malbec, Argentina
    USD 0
  • Undurraga, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile
    USD 0
  • Rosé
  • Barton & Guestier, Blend, France
    USD 0
  • Pink Flamingos, Pinot Grigio Rosé, Italy
    USD 0

Prices are in USD. Inclusive of 10% service charge & 17% government tax. Menu selections & prices are subject to change without prior notice. Beverages marked with zero (0) are Premium All-Inclusive.

The venue

Dining at a glance

  • Middle Eastern, Indian
  • À la Carte
  • jungle
From the kitchen

Signature dishes

  • Jaffna Odiyal Kool
  • Mutton Rogan Josh
  • Lamb Tagine

Ask Resortlife for the current menu when planning your stay.

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The resort

The Niva Dhigali experience

Welcome to Niva Dhigali, where the island's natural rhythm surrounds you. With lush jungle and a vibrant reef, every moment is alive with energy. Snorkel through crystal-clear waters, paddle the calm lagoon, dine under the stars, or simply bask in the island's unique vibe. At Niva Dhigali, discovery is everywhere. A…

How to reach

Getting there

45 min seaplane from MLE

Located in Raa Atoll, Niva Dhigali is reached by a 45-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.

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Frequently asked

Questions about Battuta

  • What cuisine does Battuta serve?
    Battuta at Niva Dhigali serves Middle Eastern, Indian in a à la carte format, set jungle. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.
  • What are the must-try dishes at Battuta?
    Signature dishes include Jaffna Odiyal Kool, Mutton Rogan Josh, Lamb Tagine. Ask for the current menu when booking.
  • Is Battuta included in the meal plan?
    What is included depends on the meal plan you book at Niva Dhigali (Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive, Premium All Inclusive). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.
  • Where is Battuta located?
    Battuta is at Niva Dhigali on Dhigali, Raa Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
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Explore Battuta

Battuta is part of the dining at Niva Dhigali. For dietary enquiries or table requests, guests may contact the resort.