- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineArabian, North African, Middle Eastern
- StyleÀ la Carte
- SettingOutdoor, Casual Dining
- DressSmart Casual
- ReservationRequired
About Arabian Grill
Step into the Arabian Grill, and let our chefs take you on a culinary adventure across North Africa and the Middle East. A sensual festival for the ears, the nose, the eyes and, of course, the palate awaits you. When the sound of fresh fish sizzling on the table mixes with the gentle lapping of ocean waves; when the alluring aromas of exotic spices such as cardamom, cumin, nutmeg, cinnamon and turmeric unfold an olfactory feeling of anticipation; when mezze plates of fish, meat and vegetables serve up a feast for the eyes; and when a tajine with lime, apricots and walnuts or perhaps the best hummus outside of Tunisia and Morocco treat you to a taste sensation; then your culinary journey has arrived at its destination.
Part of the dining roster at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort, this arabian, north african, middle eastern restaurant runs a à la carte format · outdoor, casual dining setting. Dress code: smart casual.
Signature dishes
- Tagine with Lime
- Apricots & Walnuts
- Mezze Plates
- Hummus
Menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — ask Resortlife for the current shortlist.
When the kitchen serves
- dinner
- 19:00–22:30
Hours subject to resort operating calendar — confirm with a Resortlife specialist when booking.
Other restaurants at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Beach KitchenInternational, Asian, Maldivian, Italian, Seafood, Vegan, VegetarianBuffetBeachfront, PoolsideView restaurant
KanusanJapanese, SushiÀ la CarteOverwater, On Stilts over the Indian OceanView restaurant
Beach ClubCocktails, Beverages, ShishaCafe/BarBeachfront, Upper Deck with libraryView restaurant
Milk LABMilkshakes, Juices, Coffees, Protein Drinks, SnacksCafe/BarCentral — on main island pathView restaurant
The Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort experience
Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort, occupies Kanufushi Island inside the UNESCO-listed Baa Atoll biosphere reserve, reached by a roughly 30-minute seaplane flight from Malé International Airport. The island is a long, narrow strip known for an extended natural sandbank that runs off its tip, a feature used for…
Getting there
Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort is reached by seaplane (30) from Velana International Airport (MLE).
Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.
Questions about Arabian Grill
What cuisine does Arabian Grill serve?
Arabian Grill at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort serves Arabian, North African, Middle Eastern in a à la carte format, set outdoor, casual dining. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.Do I need to reserve a table at Arabian Grill?
Yes — reservations are required at Arabian Grill, typically booked in-resort the day before. Resortlife can flag preferred slots to the resort before your arrival when you book the stay through us.Is there a dress code at Arabian Grill?
Arabian Grill operates a smart casual dress code. Most Maldivian resort dining errs on smart-casual after sunset; pack accordingly.What are the must-try dishes at Arabian Grill?
Tagine with Lime, Apricots & Walnuts, Mezze Plates, Hummus. Sourcing varies by season — ask the maître d' on arrival for the current pick.Is Arabian Grill included in resort meal plans?
Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Arabian Grill sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.
Reserve at Arabian Grill
Specialty restaurants at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.