- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineMediterranean and Spanish-inspired
- StylePoolside à la carte and tapas
- SettingPoolside
- DressSmart casual
- ReservationWalk-in OK
- AtollGaafu Alifu Atoll
About Café del Sol
Café del Sol serves Mediterranean-style lunch followed by afternoon and evening tapas beside the pool.
Part of the dining roster at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah, Gaafu Alifu Atoll, this mediterranean and spanish-inspired restaurant runs a poolside à la carte and tapas format · poolside setting. Dress code: smart casual.
The menus at Café del Sol
As published by the resort, checked Sept 2026. Prices as listed; the kitchen confirms at the table.
Café del Sol À La Carte — March 2026 · À la carte
ENTRANTES
- Brocheto Al Estilo EspañoUSD 17
Tomato & Basil Bruschetta, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic Confit Purée, Toasted Bread
- Cóctel De GambasUSD 19
Poached Prawns, Romaine Lettuce, Lemon Wedge
- Ensalada GriegaUSD 15
Feta Cheese, Capsicum, Onion, Tomato, Cucumber, Oregano, Evoo
- Caesar SaladUSD 20
Romaine Lettuce, Classic Caesar Dressing, Marinated Anchovies, Parmigiano Reggiano, Croutons, Bacon, Chicken
- Calamares A La RomanaUSD 22
Fried Calamari, Lemon, Aioli
- Salpicón De MariscoUSD 22
Tiger Prawns, Calamari, Mussels, Clams, Salsa
- Alitas De PolloUSD 20
House-Marinated Chicken Wings, Smoked Paprika, Steak House Fries
SOUPS
- Sopa Fría de Mango y AlbahacaUSD 12
Tian of Mango & Cucumber, Olive Oil, Cream & Chardonnay Vinegar
- Sopa de ZanahoriaUSD 14
Carrot, Ginger, Orange
- GazpachoUSD 20
Traditional Andalusian Cold Gazpacho
- Sopa de PolloUSD 20
Chicken, Garlic
HIGHLIGHTS
- Salmón a la PlanchaUSD 34
Grilled Salmon, Cream Spinach, Fennel Salad, Tomato Confit, Gastrique Sauce
- MariscoUSD 31
Bomba Rice, Mussels, Clams, Squid, Shrimps, Scallops, Saffron, Sofrito, Sherry, Aioli Champiñones & Alcachofa 2 9 Bomba Rice, Mushrooms, Artichoke, Saffron, Sofrito, Lemon, Parsley
- Pez FritoUSD 24
Battered Fish Fillet, Curly Fries, Salsa Tartare
- Breaded ChickenUSD 29
Cilantro Mayo, House Salad
BURGERS & SANDWICHES
- Vegetable BurgerUSD 21
Spiced Vegetable Patty, Cheddar Cheese, Tomatoes, Tomato salsa, Guacamole & Jalapenos, Fries
- Crispy Chicken PaniniUSD 22
Mushroom, Crispy Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & French Fries
- Beef BurgerUSD 26
Fresh Steak Haché, Comté Cheese, Caramelized Onion, Fries Our Burger standard cooking doneness is medium well for a consistent taste, if you prefer different doneness please inform during your order.
- SouvlakiUSD 24
Chicken, Lemon, Onion, Tomato, Greek Yoghurt Dip, Turkish Bread, Fries
- Seafood RollUSD 22
Brioche bun, Chive & Lemon Mayo, Chips
PASTA
- Penne ArrabiataUSD 21
Tomato, Herbs, Chilli
- Spaghetti Aglio e OlioUSD 22
Garlic, Chilli Flakes
- Penne Al SalmoneUSD 22
Crème Fraiche, Smoked Salmon & Fresh Herbs
- Risotto Al Nero Di SeppiaUSD 24
Superfino Carnaroli, Creamy Baby Squid Ragout, Squid Ink
PIZZAS
- ProsciuttoUSD 31
Prosciutto, Marinara, Mozzarella, Basil, Grana Padano & Parmigiano Reggiano, Aged Balsamic
- Frutti Di MareUSD 26
Mussels, Prawns, Calamari, Scallops, Smoked Salmon, Marinara, Mozzarella Cheese, Oregano
- Earth Basket PizzaUSD 22
Savor the taste of nature's finest in every bite, and experience the true essence of a pizza made with assortment of Tomato, Mozzarella Cheese, Eggplant, Paprika, Basil, Peppers, Pesto Sauce, Asian Pigeonwings harvested from our “Earth Basket”
- MargheritaUSD 24
Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil
- Pizza PepperoniUSD 25
Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Farm to Plate PizzaUSD 24
Grilled Chicken, fresh Mushroom, Oregano
DESSERTS
- Caramelised White ChocolateUSD 17
Mousse of Caramelised Chocolate, Poached Pineapple Compote
- Dulce De Leche FlanUSD 20
Vanilla coconut cream, tuille
- Hazelnut Semi FredoUSD 20
Honey marinated fruit salsa, caramelized hazelnut
- Coconut & Cardamom Crème BruleUSD 20
- Ice CreamUSD 9
Chocolate | Vanilla | Strawberry
- SorbetUSD 9
Lemon | Mango | Coconut
Published prices are in USD and subject to 10% service charge and 17% GST. Prices and availability must be reconfirmed before booking.
Café del Sol Tapas Menu · Tapas
TAPAS
- PARMA HAM & FONTINAUSD 20
Deconstructed Ham Croquettes, Fontina Béchamel, Chives, Bread Crumbs
- PULPO GALLEGOUSD 20
Galician Style Octopus, Potato, Pimentón De La Vera, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- GAMBAS AL AJILLOUSD 22
Spanish Garlic Shrimps, Cognac, Lemon Zest, Parsley, Crusty Toasted Bread
- PERCH FRITOUSD 16
Beer Battered Perch Fish Fillet, Curly Fries, Tartar Sauce
- VIERAS CON CREMA DE AJO Y MERMELEDA DE TOMATEUSD 27
Spanish Scallops, Garlic Cream, Tomato Jam, Chives
- BRUSCHETTA AHUMADAUSD 12
Sour Cream & Salmon, Tomato & Basil, Spinach & Parma Ham
- BRANDADA DE PESCADOUSD 18
Fish Brandade, Chilli, Chives, Rosemary, Garlic, Olive Oil, Baguette
Published prices are in USD and subject to 10% service charge and 17% GST. Prices and availability must be reconfirmed before booking.
Café del Sol Kids Menu · Kids menu
Kids Menu
- Curly FriesUSD 10
Curly fries, cheese, sour cream and tomato sauce.
- Perch FritosUSD 12
Battered perch, curly fries and tartar sauce.
- Mac & CheeseUSD 10
Macaroni with creamy cheese sauce.
- Pizza MargheritaUSD 10
Tomato, mozzarella and basil.
vegetarian
- Chicken & ChipsUSD 10
Crispy chicken tenders, fries and sauces.
- French Onion BurgerUSD 13
Steak haché, Comté, caramelised onion, potato wedges and tzatziki.
- CalzoneUSD 12
Tomato, mozzarella, bacon, Italian sausage and egg.
Dessert
- Gourmet TartUSD 7
Oreo crust, vanilla ice cream, candies and raspberry jelly.
- Granola Banana SplitUSD 8
Banana, granola, berries, Greek yoghurt and chocolate shavings.
- Cherry CheesecakeUSD 10
Cheesecake, cherries, berry compote and Kit Kat gelato.
- Pralinés PopperUSD 8
Chocolate poppers and pralines with almond ice cream.
- Shortbread Pumpkin PieUSD 6
Published prices are in USD and subject to 10% service charge and 17% GST. Prices and availability must be reconfirmed before booking.
Dining at a glance
- Mediterranean and Spanish-inspired
- Poolside à la carte and tapas
- Poolside
When the kitchen serves
- lunch
- 12:30-16:00
- tapas
- 16:00-22:00
Hours subject to resort operating calendar — confirm with a Resortlife specialist when booking.
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The The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah experience
The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah occupies a private, uninhabited stretch of Dhigurah island in Gaafu Alifu Atoll (Huvadhu), one of the largest and deepest atolls in the world, and is not a guesthouse but a 5-star private-island resort. Transfer from Velana International Airport is by a roughly 55-minute domestic…
Getting there
Located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah is reached by domestic flight + speedboat (70 min domestic flight (Kaadedhdhoo Airport) + 10 min speedboat) from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.
Questions about Café del Sol
What cuisine does Café del Sol serve?
Café del Sol at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah serves Mediterranean and Spanish-inspired in a poolside à la carte and tapas format, set poolside. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.Do I need to reserve a table at Café del Sol?
No reservation is needed at Café del Sol. Mention any dietary requirements to your specialist and they will be passed on to the resort.Is there a dress code at Café del Sol?
Café del Sol operates a smart casual dress code.Is Café del Sol included in the meal plan?
What is included depends on the meal plan you book at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah (Breakfast, Half Board, All Inclusive). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.Where is Café del Sol located?
Café del Sol is at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah on Dhigurah Island, Gaafu Alifu Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
Explore Café del Sol
No reservation is needed at Café del Sol. For dietary enquiries, guests may contact the resort.