- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with Kandolhu
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineJapanese
- StyleA La Carte
- SettingOpen-air evening dining
- AtollNorth Ari Atoll
About Banzai
Banzai serves Japanese sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki in an open-air evening setting, with seafood and meat prepared on the teppan beneath the night sky.
Part of the dining roster at Kandolhu, North Ari Atoll, this japanese restaurant runs a a la carte format · open-air evening dining setting.
Opens the resort's official menu
Kandolhu Banzai Menu
As published by the resort, checked Sept 2026. Prices as listed; the kitchen confirms at the table.
Sushi & Sashimi
- SashimiUSD 12
Three pieces; choice includes local reef fish, yellowfin tuna or salmon
- NigirizushiUSD 15
Three pieces of pressed rice with wasabi and a choice of topping
- Shinrai MixUSD 28
Eight pieces of mixed-style sushi, tailored or chef surprise
Sushi Roll
- NorimakiUSD 11
Six traditional maki pieces with vegetable or catch-of-the-day choices
Western Creation
- Mango Roll4 pieces USD 12; 8 pieces USD 21
Tempura shrimp, mango and black sesame
- California Roll4 pieces USD 17; 8 pieces USD 32
Soft-shell crab, avocado, chilli mayo and black sesame
- Fancy Roll4 pieces USD 12; 8 pieces USD 23
Tuna, beluga caviar, cucumber, carrot and cream cheese
- Yakitori4 pieces USD 12; 8 pieces USD 21
Grilled teriyaki chicken thigh and avocado
Teppan Combination
- ShoujinryouriUSD 77
Cauliflower, peppers, carrots, asparagus and bean sprouts
- Land and SeaUSD 128
Angus ribeye, chicken, scallop and prawn
- Teriyaki CutsUSD 115
Angus ribeye, chicken and tofu
- Ari Atoll Fisherman CatchUSD 103
Local yellowfin tuna and reef fish, tiger prawn and scallop
- Banzai Surf & TurfUSD 175; meal-plan supplement USD 70
Lobster, Angus ribeye, tuna and scallop; serves two
Dessert
- Mizu YokanUSD 12
Red beans, yuzu, sweet potato and strawberry apple
- Sata AndagiUSD 12
Okinawan doughnut and cinnamon sugar
- Matcha Tea SorbetUSD 12
Fresh mandarin and yuzu caramelised zest
- Tropical Fruit PlatterUSD 12
Sake Cart
- HakutsuruOchoko USD 7; Tokkuri USD 20; bottle USD 52
Junmai; 40 ml, 200 ml or 720 ml
- Fukuju Awasaki SparklingUSD 78
Junmai; 300 ml bottle
- Jizake GenshuTokkuri USD 65; bottle USD 225
Junmai; 200 ml or 720 ml
- Takashimizu WachoTokkuri USD 90; bottle USD 380
Dai-Ginjo; 200 ml or 720 ml
Prices are in USD and include 10% service charge and 17% GST. Some meal-plan supplements apply.
Dining at a glance
- Japanese
- A La Carte
- Open-air evening dining
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The Kandolhu experience
Kandolhu Maldives is an intimate boutique resort in North Ari Atoll — just 30 villas on a compact island measuring 200 by 150 metres, reached by a 25-minute seaplane transfer from Malé. The small scale produces a genuinely personal atmosphere rarely matched at larger properties, and the house reef ranks among the…
Getting there
Located in North Ari Atoll, Kandolhu is reached by a 25-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.
Questions about Banzai
What cuisine does Banzai serve?
Banzai at Kandolhu serves Japanese in a a la carte format, set open-air evening dining. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.Is Banzai included in the meal plan?
What is included depends on the meal plan you book at Kandolhu (Bed & Breakfast, Full Board, Ultimate Inclusions (All-Inclusive)). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.Where is Banzai located?
Banzai is at Kandolhu, North Ari Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
Explore Banzai
Banzai is part of the dining at Kandolhu. For dietary enquiries or table requests, guests may contact the resort.