- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with JA Manafaru
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineGrills
- StyleÀ la carte grill
- SettingBarefoot beach dining under the stars
- DressSmart Casual
- ReservationRequired
About Ocean Grill
Ocean Grill delivers the quintessential Maldivian barefoot-dining experience beneath starlit skies. Set on the soft white sands, it showcases sustainably sourced seafood caught by local fishermen, complemented by expertly grilled meats and flavourful vegetarian dishes. With the ocean as your soundtrack and the aroma of the grill in the air, every dinner feels crafted for unforgettable island moments.
Part of the dining roster at JA Manafaru, this grills restaurant runs a à la carte grill format · barefoot beach dining under the stars setting. Dress code: smart casual.
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Ocean Grill Food Menu
As published by the resort, checked Sept 2026. Prices as listed; the kitchen confirms at the table.
Catch Me If You Can
- LIVE LOBSTER (100gr)29**
Appetizers
- Yellowfin Tuna Tartare28*
Tomato Salsa, Avocado, Capsicum, Tapioca Crackers, Gazpacho Vinaigrette
- Spanner Crab Crostini32*
Toasted Sesame Loaf, Crushed Avocado Spring Onion, Chives
- Poached Prawn Cocktail35*
Crispy Lettuce, Boiled Egg, House Cocktail Sauce Crispy Shallot, Lemon
- Warm Octopus Salad35*
Baby Potatoes, Fennel, Celery, Garlic, Olive Oil Fresh Lemon, Parsley
- Heirloom Tomato & Burrata V N35*
Fresh Basil Pesto, Arugula, Aged Balsamic Extra Vergine Olive Oil
Vegetarian · Contains nuts
- Grilled Watermelon SaladV28*
Garden Greens, Feta Cheese, Fresh Figs Pomegranate, Spiced Passion Fruit Coulis
- Lobster Bisque25*
Seafood Broth, Lobster, Chives, Cream
- Soup of the DayV18*
Main Courses
- Fire Roasted Eggplant V N41*
Garlic, Lemon, Tahini, Labneh, Tomato Romesco
Vegetarian · Contains nuts
- Portobello Mushroom Au Gratin V41*
Sautéed Spinach, Artichoke Parmesan Arugula Roasted Pepper Coulis
Vegetarian
- Seafood Paella- 40 min50**
Maldivian Lobster,Reef Fish, Prawn, Calamari Mussels Spicy Saffron Broth, BombaRice, Onion, Green Peas, Tomato Bell Pepper
- Fihunu Mas38*
Maldivian marinated whole reef fish, wrapped in pandan leaf chargrilled coconut
- Fathuli Mas35*
Reef fish fillet in banana leaf, chilli, galangal, lemongrass, kafir lime leaf garlic, shallot, tomato marinade
Sides
- Creamy Truffle Mashed Potatoes8*
- Herb-Marinated Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables8*
- Garlic, Rosemary, Rock Salt Hasselback Potatoes8*
- Creamy Spinach8*
- Steamed Jasmine Rice8*
- Chef’s Green Salad with Lemon Drizzle Dressing8*
- Truffle Parmesan Fries8**
- Grilled Broccolini8**
Sauces
- Lemon Butter5*
- Maldivian Lonumirus5*
- Chimichurri5*
- Horseradish Cream5*
- Mushroom Cream5*
- Green Pepper Corn5*
- Mustard Selection (Pommery / Dijon / English)5*
Desserts
- Baked Strawberry Cheesecake20*
Strawberry Dust, Caramel Popcorn Roasted Strawberries
- Warm Chocolate Lava Cake - 20 min21*
Vanilla Ice Cream, Candied Orange
- Coconut and Mango Crème Brûlée,19*
Coconut Chips
- Vanilla Panna Cotta18*
Vanilla Cream Custard, Fresh Berries, Berry Coulis
- Seasonal Fruit Plate18*
- Flame Baked Alaska A23**
Fresh Mint, Dark Chocolate, Cherry Ice Cream Chocolate Cookie Crunch, Toasted Swiss Meringue
Contains alcohol
Ocean & Land · Seafood
- Fish of the Day (180gr)36*
Served with lemon wedges and lemon butter sauce.
- Yellowfin Tuna Steak45*
Served with lemon wedges and lemon butter sauce.
- Maldivian Octopus47*
Served with lemon wedges and lemon butter sauce.
- Tiger Prawns53*
Served with lemon wedges and lemon butter sauce.
- King Salmon55**
Served with lemon wedges and lemon butter sauce.
- King Scallops65**
Served with lemon wedges and lemon butter sauce.
- Live Lobster (100gr)29**
Served with lemon wedges and lemon butter sauce.
Ocean & Land · Meat
- Chicken Thigh43*
Served with roasted garlic and vine-ripened tomatoes.
- Angus Sirloin (250g)48*
Served with roasted garlic and vine-ripened tomatoes.
- Barbeque Wagyu Short Ribs52*
Served with roasted garlic and vine-ripened tomatoes.
- Harissa-Spiced Lamb Spare Ribs50*
Served with roasted garlic and vine-ripened tomatoes.
- Angus Rib Eye (220g)58**
Served with roasted garlic and vine-ripened tomatoes.
- Angus Tenderloin (180g)60**
Served with roasted garlic and vine-ripened tomatoes.
- Truffle-Crusted Lamb Cutlets65**
Served with roasted garlic and vine-ripened tomatoes.
Surf and Turf
- Choose One Fish and One MeatUSD 90**
Seafood choices: King Salmon, Tiger Prawns, King Scallops or Live Lobster. Meat choices: Angus Rib Eye (220g), Angus Tenderloin (180g) or Truffle-Crusted Lamb Cutlets. The source shows Live Lobster (100gr) with 29** beside the option; confirm whether this is a supplement.
The source displays numeric prices and marks AI/FB/HB inclusions or 50% discounts, but no legible currency, tax or service-charge statement was found in the retained PDF. Confirm totals before quoting.
Signature dishes
- Local seafood
- Live Maldivian lobster
- Grilled meats
Menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — ask Resortlife for the current shortlist.
When the kitchen serves
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- 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Hours subject to resort operating calendar — confirm with a Resortlife specialist when booking.
Other restaurants at JA Manafaru
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Andiamo Bistro and PoolItalianÀ la carteTropical garden beside the Jungle PoolView restaurant
White OrchidJapanese, South East AsianÀ la carte and teppanyakiOverwater terraceView restaurant
The CellarDining ExperiencesFine dining and wine pairingSubterranean wine cellar carved into volcanic rockView restaurant
Infinity Pool BarCocktails / Light BitesCafe/BarInfinity Pool, Ocean ViewsView restaurant
Veli BarCocktails, Light BitesBarLagoon-facing barView restaurant
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…
Getting there
JA Manafaru is reached by domestic flight + speedboat (50 min domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo + 40 min speedboat / Seaplane option available) 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 Ocean Grill
What cuisine does Ocean Grill serve?
Ocean Grill at JA Manafaru serves Grills in a à la carte grill format, set barefoot beach dining under the stars. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.Do I need to reserve a table at Ocean Grill?
Yes — reservations are required at Ocean 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 Ocean Grill?
Ocean 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 Ocean Grill?
Local seafood, Live Maldivian lobster, Grilled meats. Sourcing varies by season — ask the maître d' on arrival for the current pick.Is Ocean Grill included in resort meal plans?
Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at JA Manafaru cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Ocean 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 Ocean Grill
Specialty restaurants at JA Manafaru 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.