Resortlife Maldives
  • Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with JA Manafaru
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Style
    À la carte
  • Setting
    Tropical garden beside the Jungle Pool
  • Dress
    Smart Casual
  • Reservation
    Required

About Andiamo Bistro and Pool

Andiamo Bistro brings the flavours of Italy to a tropical garden nestled beside the Jungle Pool at JA Manafaru. Enjoy handcrafted pastas and wood-fired pizzas made with authentic ingredients and heartfelt finesse. For sweet cravings, indulge in homemade gelato, refreshing sorbets, or traditional Maldivian frozen treats. Health-conscious guests can savour vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and low-carb ice-cream options for a lighter indulgence.

Part of the dining roster at JA Manafaru, this italian restaurant runs a à la carte format · tropical garden beside the jungle pool setting. Dress code: smart casual.

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Andiamo Bistro and Pool Beverage Menu

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

Andiamo Exclusive Cocktails

  • Capsigin Airtisanal Capsicum Gin, Organic Agave, Fresh Lime Juice, Sesame Oil*
    USD 18
  • Twisted Negroni Gin, Campari, Martini Rosso, Amaretto*
    USD 18
  • Basilica Pimm's, Cointreau, Orange & Basil Shrub Carbonated Water
    USD 18
  • Sgroppino White Rum, Hazelnut Liqueur, Lemon Sorbet Prosecco
    USD 18

JAM Signatures

  • Fuity Mule Ginger Infused Vodka, Guava Shrub, Lime Fresh, Soda*
    USD 22
  • Pomaperol Spritz Aperol, Rosé Sparkling Wine Pomegranate Molasses*
    USD 22
  • Mojito Royal Rum, Homegrown Mint, Lime, Organic Agave, Champagne
    USD 22
  • Mangorita Artisanal Thai Chili Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Lime & Mango Juices
    USD 22

Classic Cocktails

  • Please ask our team for any of your favourite classic.
    USD 18

Zero Cocktails

  • Virtuous Mary Tomato Juice, Celery, Salt, Homemade Mixed Spice*
    USD 16
  • Kafir Bliss Green Apple Juice , Kafir Lime, Infused Ginger Honey, Lime Juice*
    USD 16
  • Berry Lemonade Mix Berry Shrub, Lemon Juice, Soda*
    USD 16
  • Mangolada Mango Juice, Passionfruit, Coconut Cream
    USD 16
  • Peach No-Llini Peach Puree, Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine

    Contains alcohol

    USD 16
  • No-Quila Sunrise Orange & Basil Shrub, Pomegranate Molasses, Soda Water
    USD 16

Champagne

  • Ernest Rapeneau Champagne Brut, Épernay France
    20 / 100

Sparkling Wine

  • Pink Moscato Don Luciano, La Mancha, Spain*
    15 / 75
  • Gran Ventino Prosecco Brut Veneto, Italy*
    18 / 90
  • Gran Ventino Prosecco Brut, Veneto, Italy
    USD 90
  • Ca' del Bosco Franciacorta Cuvée Prestige Brut Lombardy, Italy
    USD 140

White Wine

  • Sauvignon Blanc Babich, Marlborough New Zealand*
    10 / 50
  • Trebbiano D`Abruzzo DOC Talamonti Abruzzo, Italy
    11 / 55
  • Chardonnay Langmeil Spring Fever Barossa Valley, South Australia
    13 / 60
  • Sauvignon Blanc Saint Clair Vicar`s Choice Marlborough, New Zealand
    14 / 65

Rosé Wine

  • Torresella Pinot Grigio Rosé, Veneto, Italy*
    10 / 50
  • Piccini Costa Toscana Rosato IGT, Tuscany Italy
    12 / 58
  • Piccini Costa Toscana Rosato 2022, Tuscany, Italy
    USD 43
  • Domain Ott, By Ott Côtes de Provence 2021 Provence, France
    USD 68
  • Rosé Blend Les Valentines 2022, Côtes de Provence, France
    USD 70

Red Wine

  • Barrel Sélection 008, Western Cape South Africa*
    10 / 50
  • Merlot Gufo Vino Varietale, Abruzzo, Italy
    11 / 55
  • Shiraz-Malbec Fuzion, Mendoza, Argentina
    12 / 58
  • Sangiovese-Malvasia Nera Piccini, Orange Label IGT Tuscany, Italy
    13 / 60

Sweet Wine

  • Tokaji Château Pajzos ‘Ladiva’ Harslevelu Late Harvest, Hungary
    15 / 60
  • Niepoort The Junior Ruby Port, Duoro Valley Portugal
    20 / 100
  • Sauternes Kressmann Grande Reserve 2020, Bordeaux France
    USD 90
  • Moscato D’ Asti “Felice” DOCG 2015, Piedmont, Italy
    USD 100
  • Gewurztraminer AOCClos Saint Landelin Grand Cru Vorbourg 2007, Alsace, France 375ml
    USD 140

Beer

  • Corona*
    USD 12
  • Erdinger Weissbier *
    USD 15
  • Estrella Complot Mediterranean IPA
    USD 17
  • Magners Cider Beer Original
    USD 17
  • Menabrea Bionda
    USD 18

Champagne · France

  • Gruet Brut, Côte des Bar
    USD 110
  • Piper Heidsieck Bru, Reims
    USD 145
  • Taittinger Brut, Reims
    USD 150
  • Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial, Épernay
    USD 155
  • Laurent Perrier Brut, Tours-sur-Marne
    USD 160
  • Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label, Reims
    USD 170
  • Moët & Chandon Ice Imperial Brut, Épernay
    USD 175
  • R De Ruinart Brut, Reims
    USD 180
  • Billecart Salmon Brut, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ

    Contains alcohol

    USD 195

Champagne Rosé

  • Veuve Clicquot Brut Rosé, Reims
    USD 200
  • Bollinger Rosé Brut 2006, Aÿ

    Contains alcohol

    USD 270

White Wine · Sauvignon Blanc

  • Babich Forbidden Vines 2023, Marlborough New Zealand
    USD 40
  • Casillero Del Diablo 2020, Casablanca Valley, Chile
    USD 45
  • Grand Bateau Blanc 2020, Bordeaux, France
    USD 78
  • Novas Gran Reserva Organic 2020, Casablanca Valley Chile
    USD 80

White Wine · Chardonnay

  • Gufo Vino Varietale 2023, Abruzzo, Italy
    USD 45
  • Cooper Ridge 2024, Califirnia USA
    USD 45
  • Oyster Bay 2022, Marlborough, New Zealand
    USD 74
  • Château de Chamirey Mercurey 2013, Burgundy, France 37.5cl
    USD 80
  • Warwick Estate The White Lady 2015, Stellenbosch South Africa
    USD 90
  • Brokenwood 2016, Hunter Valley, Eastern Australia Jean Paul & Benoit Dorin Chablis 2014, Burgundy, France
    USD 105

White Wine · Other Varieties

  • Pinot Grigio Pietrame Terre di Chieti 2024, Abruzzo, Italy
    USD 40
  • Chenin Blanc Simonsig 2021, Stellenbosch South Africa
    USD 58
  • Grüner VeltlinerL Laurenz V Singing2020, Kamptal, Austria

    Vegetarian

    USD 55
  • Traminer Aromatico-Sauvignon Blanc Kikè Cantine Fina 2024, Sicily, Italy
    USD 60
  • Roero Arneis Prunotto 2015, Piemonte, Italy
    USD 75
  • Albariño Bodegas Viña Nora 202a, Rías Baixas, Spain

    Contains alcohol

    USD 78
  • Riesling Georg Breuer Rauenthal Estate 2014, Rheingau Germany
    USD 100

Red Wine · Pinot Noir

  • The Drover Estate 2024, Big Rivers Southern Australia
    USD 40
  • Casillero del Diablo 2020, Casablanca Valley, Chile
    USD 45
  • Oyster Bay 2020, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
    USD 68
  • Markus Molitor, Haus Klosterberg 2022, Mosel Germany
    USD 105
  • Olivier Leflaive Volnay 2019, Côte de Baume, France
    USD 250

Red Wine · Merlot and Malbec

  • Merlot Cuvée Sabourin 2020, Pays D`Oc, France
    USD 40
  • Malbec Santa Julia 2020, Mendoza, Argentina
    USD 50
  • Malbec Toro Centenario 2022, Mendoza, Argentina
    USD 55
  • Merlot Unorthodox Kosher 2014, Western Cape, South Africa
    USD 75

Red Wine · Shiraz and Syrah

  • Cuvée Sabourin 2020, Pays D`Oc, France
    USD 40
  • False Bay Old School 2023, Costal Region, South Africa
    USD 45
  • La Ferme Du Mont Cote AOC 2020, Côtes-du-Rhône France
    USD 70
  • Craggy Range Le Sol 2014, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
    USD 220
  • E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque 2007, Rhône Valley France
    USD 620

Red Wine · Other Varieties

  • Tempranillo, Grenache and Syrah Mucho Mas Tinto 2024 La Mancia, Spain
    USD 40
  • Cab Sauv-Syrah Casillero del Diablo 2020 Casablanca Valley, Chile
    USD 45
  • Sangiovese Tenuta Sassoregale, Maremma Toscana 2021, Tuscany Italy
    USD 50
  • Barbera D`Asti Cossetti, La Vigna Vecchia 2019 Piedmont, Italy
    USD 55
  • Bourdeau Blend Château Beauregard Ducasse 2020, Grave, France
    USD 60
  • Cab Sauv-Merlot-Shiraz Brokenwood 2016 Hunter Valley, Australia
    USD 65
  • Schioppettino Zorzettig 2021, Colli Orientali del Friuli, Italy
    USD 75
  • Bourdeaux Blend Château Phélan Ségur 2009 Saint-Estèphe, France
    USD 270

Port and Sherry

  • Tio Pepe Palomino Fino Sherry, Jerez, Spain
    USD 65
  • Niepoort The Junior Ruby Port, Duoro Valley, Portugal
    USD 100

Gin

  • Gordon’s*
    USD 10
  • Beefeater
    USD 11
  • Bombay Sapphire
    USD 11
  • Tanqueray London Dry
    USD 11
  • Haymans Old`s Tom
    USD 12
  • Tanqueray No. Ten
    USD 12
  • Hendricks
    USD 13
  • Sipsmith London Dry
    USD 13
  • Malfi Rosa Pink Grapefruit
    USD 15
  • Mokey 47
    USD 20

Vodka

  • Smirnoff*
    USD 10
  • Absolut Vodka
    USD 11
  • Ketel One
    USD 12
  • Grey Goose
    USD 12
  • Belvedere
    USD 12
  • Cîroc
    USD 16
  • Kauffman Soft
    USD 20
  • Beluga Gold Line
    USD 40

Tequila

  • Jose Cuervo Silver - Gold Especial*
    USD 10
  • Patron Añejo

    Contains alcohol

    USD 15
  • Patron Silver
    USD 18

Rum

  • Bacardi - Bacardi Gold*
    USD 10
  • Captain Morgan Dark
    USD 10
  • Malibu Coconut White
    USD 11
  • Havana Club 7yo
    USD 12
  • Ron Zacapa 23yo Sistema Solera
    USD 20

Brandy

  • Napoleon XO*
    USD 12
  • Hennessy VS
    USD 13
  • Courvoisier VSOP
    USD 13
  • Courvasier XO Imperial
    USD 14
  • Remy Martin VSOP
    USD 15
  • Hennessy VSOP
    USD 16
  • Remy Martin XO
    USD 50

Whisky · Blended

  • J&B Rare*
    USD 10
  • Ballentine’s
    USD 11
  • Dewar's White Label
    USD 11
  • Johnnie Walker Black Label
    USD 12
  • Chivas Regal 12yo
    USD 12
  • Chivas Regal 18yo
    USD 18

Whisky · Single Malt

  • Glenfiddich 12yo*
    USD 14
  • Glenmorangie 10yo
    USD 16
  • Glenfiddich Solera Reserve 15yo
    USD 17
  • Ardbeg 10yo
    USD 19
  • Talisker 18yo
    USD 21

Whiskey · Irish and American

  • Bushmills Original*
    USD 10
  • Jameson
    USD 11
  • Jim Beam*
    USD 10
  • Jack Daniel`s
    USD 11
  • Gentleman Jack
    USD 14

Digestifs

  • Jägermeister*
    USD 10
  • Amaretto*
    USD 10
  • Sambuca Molinari*
    USD 10
  • Kahlua*
    USD 10
  • Fernet Branca Menta*
    USD 10
  • Limoncino*
    USD 10
  • Baileys Irish Cream*
    USD 10
  • Cointreau*
    USD 10
  • Drambuie*
    USD 10
  • Midori *
    USD 10

Zero-alcohol Beer and Wine

  • Heineken, Holsten Classic Beer (0.0% abv)*
    USD 10
  • Bella - Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine (0.0% abv) Gls*

    Contains alcohol

    USD 12

Coffee

  • Espresso, Ristretto, Macchiato*
    USD 7
  • Café Latte, Double Espresso, Cappuccino, Americano Flat White, Iced Café Latte, Mocha*
    USD 9

Tea and Infusions

  • English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Moroccan Mint, Oolong Sencha*
    USD 9

Water

  • San Benedetto
    USD 10
  • Evian
    USD 12
  • San Pellegrino
    USD 12

Freshly Squeezed Juice

  • Orange, Pineapple, Apple*
    USD 7
  • Watermelon, Papaya*
    USD 9
  • Mango, Celery, Carrot, Ginger, Cucumber*
    USD 12

Chilled Juice

  • Cranberry, Mango, Apple, Pineapple, Orange, Tomato Guava*
    USD 6

Soft Drinks

  • Coca Cola, Coca Cola Light, Coke Zero, Ginger Ale Sprite*
    USD 8
  • Fanta, Soda Water, Tonic Water*
    USD 8

Stuzzichini

  • Bruschetta Alla Romana (V) Garlic Baguette, Tomato, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Vegetarian

    25*
  • Calamari Fritti Crispy Squid, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Lemon
    26*
  • Vegetable Crudité (V) Cucumber, Carrot, Tomato, Bell Pepper, Radish Avocado, Celery Sun Dried Tomato Hummus, Fresh Herbs

    Vegetarian

    25*
  • Polpette Beef Meat Balls, Fresh Tomato Sauce, Parmesan and Pecorino Cheese
    33**

Salads

  • Caprese (V, N) Buffalo Mozzarella, Roma Tomato, Extra Virgin Olive Oil Oregano, Sea Salt Flakes, Homemade Basil Pesto

    Vegetarian · Contains nuts

    29* / 39*
  • Carpaccio Di Tonno Thinly Sliced Yellowfin Tuna Loin Capers, Shallot Arugula, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Lemon
    22* / 32*
  • Mediterranea (V) Greens, Quail Egg, Sundried Tomato, Artichoke Cucumber, Kalamata Olives, Gorgonzola Cheese Basil, Red Wine Vinegar Dressing

    Vegetarian

    18* / 28*
  • Paillard Di Pollo Pan Seared Flat Chicken Breast, Tomato Rocket Salad, Basil Pesto, Parmesan
    26* / 36*
  • Carpaccio di Manzo Thinly Sliced Angus Beef Tenderloin Arugula Parmesan Shaving, Truffle Oil, Lemon
    33** / 43**

Soups

  • Gazpacho (V) Cold Tomato Soup, Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Garlic, Fresh Herbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Vegetarian

    15*
  • Minestrone (V) Seasonal Vegetables, Tomato, Cannellini Beans, Trofie Pasta Italian Herbs

    Vegetarian

    18*

Panini

  • Mortadella Bologna (N) Chicken Mortadella, Pistachio Cream, Stracciatella Cheese, Pistachio Crumble

    Contains nuts

    35*
  • Verde (V, N) Bufallo Mozarella, Roma Tomato, Pesto Cream, Sundried Tomato Pine Nuts, Basil

    Vegetarian · Contains nuts

    39*
  • Salmone Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese, Avocado, Dill Pesto, Cappers Onion, Rocket Salad
    40**
  • Polpette Beef Meat Balls, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan and Pecorino Cheese
    42**

Pizza

  • Margherita (V) San Marzano Tomato, Mozarella, Basil, Oregano, Parmesan Cheese, Extra Virgine Olive Oil

    Vegetarian

    29*
  • Funghi V Handpicked Mushroom, Mozzarella, Parsley, Truffle Oil

    Vegetarian

    39*
  • Rustica Turkey Ham, Rocket Leaves, Parmesan Cheese
    35*
  • Frutti Di Mare Mixed Seafood, Olives, Capers, Garlic Chips, Chili Flakes
    42*
  • Pepperoni Spicy Beef Salami, Kalamata Olives, White Onion, Red Pepper
    38*
  • Salmone Smoked Salmon, Mozzarella, Red Onion, Dill Cream, Caper Spinach Chives
    48**

Pasta and Risotto

  • Penne Alla Napoletana V Tomato, Fresh Basil, Garlic, Extra Virgine Olive Oil

    Vegetarian

    29*
  • Spaghetti Al Pesto V N Homemade Pesto Sauce, Pine Nuts, Parmesan Cheese Semi Dried Tomatoes, Ricotta Cheese, Fresh Basil, Olive Oil

    Vegetarian · Contains nuts

    36*
  • Lasagna Beef Ragú, Bechamel Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan Cheese
    33*
  • Risotto Di Funghi V Arborio Rice, Mixed Mushroom, Parmesan Cheese, Truffle Oil

    Vegetarian

    39*
  • Linguine Ai Frutti Di Mare Prawn, Reef Fish, Calamari, Mussels, Clams Cherry Tomatoes, Lobster Bisque, Basil, Lemon
    42**

Desserts

  • Tiramisú Mascarpone Cream, Lady Finger, Espresso
    25*
  • Affogato Classico Vanilla & Chocolate Ice Cream, Espresso
    20*
  • Affogato Al Cioccolato Chocolate & Vanilla Ice Cream, Hot Chocolate Sauce
    20*
  • Affogato All’ Amarena Strawberry & Vanilla Ice Cream, Amarena
    20*
  • Frutta Fresca Fresh Fruit Platter
    18*
  • Homemade Ice Creams Madagascan Vanilla, Belgium Chocolate, Strawberry Island Coconut
    9 Per Scoop*
  • Homemade Sorbets Mango, Lemon Lime, Island Coconut
    9 Per Scoop*

Prices are quoted in USD and are subject to government taxes (GST) and service charge. * indicates items included for Guests on Dine Around All Inclusive package. Spirits are served 60ml unless otherwise mentioned.

The venue

Dining at a glance

  • Italian
  • À la carte
  • Tropical garden beside the Jungle Pool
From the kitchen

Signature dishes

  • Handcrafted pasta
  • Wood-fired pizza
  • Homemade gelato

Ask Resortlife for the current menu when planning your stay.

Opening hours

When the kitchen serves

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Lunch: 11am to 6pm

Hours subject to resort operating calendar — confirm with a Resortlife specialist when booking.

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The resort

The JA Manafaru experience

JA Manafaru occupies the private island of Manafaru in Haa Alifu Atoll, at the northern end of the Maldives archipelago. It is reached either by a roughly 75-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport or by a 45-minute domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo Airport followed by a 35-minute speedboat transfer…

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How to reach

Getting there

50 min domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo + 40 min speedboat / Seaplane option available domestic flight + speedboat from MLE

JA Manafaru is reached by domestic flight + speedboat (50 min domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo + 40 min speedboat / Seaplane option available) from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.

Frequently asked

Questions about Andiamo Bistro and Pool

  • What cuisine does Andiamo Bistro and Pool serve?
    Andiamo Bistro and Pool at JA Manafaru serves Italian in a à la carte format, set tropical garden beside the jungle pool. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.
  • Do I need to reserve a table at Andiamo Bistro and Pool?
    Yes — pre-booking is required at Andiamo Bistro and Pool, subject to availability. Resortlife can pass your preferred times to the resort when you book your stay through us.
  • Is there a dress code at Andiamo Bistro and Pool?
    Andiamo Bistro and Pool operates a smart casual dress code.
  • What are the must-try dishes at Andiamo Bistro and Pool?
    Signature dishes include Handcrafted pasta, Wood-fired pizza, Homemade gelato. Ask for the current menu when booking.
  • Is Andiamo Bistro and Pool included in the meal plan?
    What is included depends on the meal plan you book at JA Manafaru (Breakfast, All Inclusive). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.
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Reserve at Andiamo Bistro and Pool

Pre-booking is required. Please contact the resort to arrange your preferred dining experience, subject to availability.

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