- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineInternational, Asian, Indian Ocean and Maldivian
- StyleBuffet and à la carte
- SettingBeachfront all-day dining
- DressSmart casual
- ReservationWalk-in OK
- AtollGaafu Alifu Atoll
About The Dining Room
The Dining Room is the resort’s all-day venue for international and regional breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets alongside a broad à la carte menu.
Part of the dining roster at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah, Gaafu Alifu Atoll, this international, asian, indian ocean and maldivian restaurant runs a buffet and à la carte format · beachfront all-day dining setting. Dress code: smart casual.
The menus at The Dining Room
As published by the resort, checked Sept 2026. Prices as listed; the kitchen confirms at the table.
The Dining Room À La Carte — March 2026 · À la carte
SALADS
- Caesar SaladUSD 24
Romaine Lettuce, Grilled Chicken, Caesar Dressing, Bacon, Bread Croutons, Parmesan Shavings, Anchovies Vegetarian Option Available: USD 19
- Dhigurah Lobster SaladUSD 26
Apple, Coconut Mayo, Lettuce
- Pickled Beet, Persian Feta & Walnut SaladUSD 18
Honey-Glazed Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Garden Greens, Lemon Yogurt Dressing
- Prosciutto Melon SaladUSD 26
Parma Ham, Melon, Salad Greens, Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Koppifey SaladUSD 14
Coconut, Canned Tuna, Feta, Cherry Tomato, Lime Vinaigrette Vegetarian Option Available: USD 11
- Sesame ChickenUSD 15
Golden Fried Chicken, Sesame Honey Soy, Sesame Seeds
- TatakiUSD 20
Maldivian Yellowfin Tuna, Sesame Wakame, Marinated Cucumber Ribbons, Soy Sauce
- Mustard Chicken TikkaUSD 21
Dijon Mustard, Lemon Marinade, Mint Chutney Mayo, Yogurt, Onion
- Achari Paneer TikkaUSD 22
Pickled Marinated Indian Cottage Cheese, Peppers, Onions
- Satay KaiUSD 20
Grilled Skewers of Chicken Tenders in Curry Marinade, Raw Mango Salad, Peanut Cream Sauce
- Greek SaladUSD 18
Feta Cheese, Capsicum, Onion, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Oregano, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
SOUP
- Chilled Mango BasilUSD 15
Whipped Mango, Olive Oil, Cream, Sweet Corn Salad, Pepper
- Asparagus Soup with Crab MeatUSD 25
Creamy Velouté with Crab Meat
- Tomato & Fennel SoupUSD 17
With Garlic Parmesan Bread
- Sweet Corn Chicken SoupUSD 17
Creamy Corn and Chicken Soup with Egg Drop ❖ Vegetarian Option Available
- Tom Kha TalayUSD 22
Thai Style Hot & Sour Seafood Soup, Lemongrass, Galangal, Kaffir Lime Vegetarian Option Available: USD 20
SANDWICHES & BURGERS
- Mexican BurgerUSD 21
Soya Nuggets, Potato, Spring Vegetable Burger, Spiked, Jalapeño, Cilantro, Roma tomatoes, Balsamic Onions, Guacamole, Smoked Tomato Salsa, Fat Chips
- The Dhigurah BurgerUSD 26
Beef Cheeseburger, Sautéed Onions, Fried Egg, Whole Wheat Bun, House Salad, Fat Chips Our standard burger cooking doneness is medium well for consistency. If you prefer a different doneness, please inform us when placing your order.
- Chicken Kathi RollUSD 20
Tandoor Cooked Chicken, Spiced Vegetable slaw, Pan Grilled Tortilla Bread
- Club SandwichUSD 24
White Bread, Honey Glazed Ham, Roasted Chicken with Mix Salad, Bacon, Fried Egg, Cheese, Tomatoes, Cucumbers House Salad, French Fries ❖ Vegetarian Option Available
- CubanoUSD 22
Crispy Grilled Sour Dough, Mustard Mayo, Honey Glazed Ham, Roasted Pork Belly Emmenthal Cheese, Gherkins Roasted Chicken Sandwich
- Roasted Chicken SandwichUSD 21
Mixed salad, Dijon mustard, cream cheese, multigrain bread and French fries.
- Ham & Cheese SandwichUSD 20
Honey-glazed ham, Emmenthal cheese, white bread, house salad and French fries.
- Tuna SandwichUSD 21
Masuni with Lemon Mayo Dressing, Whole Wheat Bread, House Salad, French Fries
- Beef CiabattaUSD 28
Herb Grilled Beef, Sun-Dried Pesto, Lettuce, Cheddar, Cheese, House Salad, French Fries
PASTA & RISOTTO
- Linguine al PestoUSD 22
Mixed Garden Vegetables, Fresh Basil Sauce, Parmesan, Basil Oil
- Penne Aglio Olio E PepperoncinoUSD 21
Olive oil, Garlic, Chilli, Parmesan
- Fusilli MaldivianaUSD 15
Yellow Fin Tuna, Local Crushed Spices, Garlic, Coconut Cream, Tellulifaiy (Fried Drumstick Leaves), Fresh Coriander
- Spaghetti BologneseUSD 26
Angus Beef, Tomato Ragout, Fresh Basil
- Linguine Alla CarbonaraUSD 26
Classic Egg, Bacon, Cheese Sauce, Parmesan, Cracked Pepper
- Seafood RisottoUSD 26
Parmesan Cream, Saffron, Thyme
PIZZAS
- MargheritaUSD 24
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella
- Pepperoni Four CheeseUSD 25
Beef Pepperoni, Tomato Sauce, Jalapeños
- CapricciosaUSD 23
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Prosciutto, Olives, Tomato, Artichoke, Mushroom
ASIAN
- Exotic Greens & Market VegetablesUSD 21
Stir-Fried Vegetables, Oyster Sauce
- Prawns XOUSD 32
Stir Fried Prawns, Spring Vegetables
- Siracha FishUSD 26
Thai Style Stir Fried Fish, Sriracha Sauce, Scallions, Garlic, Chilli
- Thai Green Fish CurryUSD 24
Creamy Coconut Milk, Hand Pounded Thai Spices, Chillies, Long Yard Beans, Pea Eggplant, Sweet Basil Vegan option available: USD 21.
- Seafood BowlUSD 29
Mussels, Squid, Fish, Prawns, Crab Meat, Noodles
- Ayam BakarUSD 26
Indonesian Grilled Chicken, Jasmin Rice, Pickles, Prawn Crisps
- Kung pao ChickenUSD 24
Spicy Szechuan Style Diced Chicken, Peanuts, Chili Peppers
- Steamed TofuUSD 20
Topped with Sweet Soy, Sesame, Spring Onions
- Pad ThaiUSD 26
Thai Style Stir Fried Rice Stick Noodles, Bell Peppers, Chicken, Crushed Peanuts, Chilli Flakes, Tofu Vegetarian Option Available: USD 20
- Nasi GorengUSD 29
Wok Fried Balinese Chilli Prawn Sambal Rice Tossed, Fried Egg, Chicken Satay, Pickled Vegetables, Shrimp Crackers, Peanut Sauce
MALDIVIAN
- Mas RihaUSD 24
Maldivian Reef Fish Curry, Tuna Sambal, Thellulifay, Served with Steamed rice
- Geri RihaUSD 26
Stir Fried Beef, Island Spices, Tender Coconut, Thellulifay, Served with Steamed rice
- Kukulu MussamaUSD 22
Morsels of Chicken, Spiced Coconut Cream, Thellulifay, Served with Steamed rice
- Kandu kukuluUSD 23
Stir Fried Tuna, Island Spices, Tender Coconut, Thellulifay, Served with Steamed rice
INDIAN OCEAN
- Dum Chicken BiryaniUSD 24
Traditional Indian Chicken, Fragrant Basmati Rice Preparation Scented, Saffron, Brown Onion, Mint, Raita
- Butter ChickenUSD 24
Tandoor Cooked Chicken, Cardamom Flavoured Tomato Butter Emulsion
- Fish Hara MasalaUSD 22
Fish Chunks Simmered, Creamy Spinach Gravy
- Dal MakhaniUSD 19
Black Lentils Simmered Overnight, Double Cream, Mild Spices, Butter
- KhichdiUSD 18
Balanced Meal of Lentil, Rice Cooked Together, Tempered with Cumin, Mustard, Chilli Served Yoghurt
- Mascarpone Methi PalakUSD 25
Garlic Tempered Baby Spinach, Fenugreek
MAIN COURSE
- Fish & ChipsUSD 24
Crispy Batter Fried Local Catch Fillets, Fat Chips, Tartar Sauce
- Maldivian Tuna MedallionsUSD 28
Grilled Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Lemon Cream
- Catch of the DayUSD 26
Pan-Seared Reef Fish Fillet, Grilled Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Lemon Cream
- Chicken Sous VideUSD 23
Grilled Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Jus
- Seafood Mixed Grill (for two )USD 116
Lobster Half, Green Jobfish, Tuna, Salmon, Prawns, Mussels, Squids
- Reef LobsterUSD 88
Grilled Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Lemon Cream
- Tasmanian SalmonUSD 37
Grilled Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Lemon Cream
- Tenderloin MedallionsUSD 53
Grilled Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Jus
DESSERTS
- DesireUSD 20
Chocolate Mousse, Caramel Crunch, Croissant Ice Cream
- Lime Cheese CakeUSD 15
Chilled Lime Infused Cheese Cake on Lavender Sponge, Vanilla Passionfruit Compote
- Thai SurpriseUSD 15
Litchi Pannacotta, Mango Pate de Foire, Ginger, Lemongrass gel
- Vanilla Crème BruléeUSD 17
Classical Crème Brulée Flavoured with Tahitian Vanilla Beans
- Fresh Fruit PlatterUSD 17
Selection of Seasonal Fresh Fruits
- Ice CreamUSD 9
Chocolate | Vanilla | Choco - Hazelnut | Cherry
- 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.
The Dining Room Kids Menu · Kids menu
Kids Menu
- Briesy Cheesy FriesUSD 10
Belgian fries, brie, chives, sour cream and low-fat ranch dressing.
- HamburgerUSD 13
Wagyu beef patty, tomato, cucumber, Cheddar and potato wedges.
- Gluten-Free Corn DogUSD 11
Chicken corn dog, fries and sauces.
gluten-free
- Fish & ChipsUSD 10
Crispy battered fish fillet, 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, mayonnaise and tomato sauce.
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
Shortbread, pumpkin and cinnamon ice cream.
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
- International, Asian, Indian Ocean and Maldivian
- Buffet and à la carte
- Beachfront all-day dining
When the kitchen serves
- breakfast
- 07:00-10:30
- lunch
- 12:30-15:00
- dinner
- 19:00-22:30
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 The Dining Room
What cuisine does The Dining Room serve?
The Dining Room at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah serves International, Asian, Indian Ocean and Maldivian in a buffet and à la carte format, set beachfront all-day dining. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.Do I need to reserve a table at The Dining Room?
No reservation is needed at The Dining Room. Mention any dietary requirements to your specialist and they will be passed on to the resort.Is there a dress code at The Dining Room?
The Dining Room operates a smart casual dress code.Is The Dining Room 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 The Dining Room located?
The Dining Room is at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah on Dhigurah Island, Gaafu Alifu Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
Explore The Dining Room
No reservation is needed at The Dining Room. For dietary enquiries, guests may contact the resort.