Resortlife Maldives
  • Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Velaa Private Island
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    Japanese teppanyaki
  • Style
    Live teppanyaki
  • Setting
    Elevated tower restaurant above the palms
  • Reservation
    Required
  • Atoll
    Noonu Atoll

About Tavaru

Tavaru is a dramatic teppanyaki counter in the resort’s tower, with chefs cooking over the grill and panoramic island views. The supplied fact sheet names Teriyaki Black Cod and Kagoshima A5 Tenderloin among its published highlights. The tower also houses Velaa’s private wine cellar.

Part of the dining roster at Velaa Private Island, Noonu Atoll, this japanese teppanyaki restaurant runs a live teppanyaki format · elevated tower restaurant above the palms setting.

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On the menu

Tavaru Published Culinary Highlights

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

Published highlights

  • Teriyaki Black Cod

    Black cod prepared in the teppanyaki setting; recipe, accompaniments and current availability must be reconfirmed.

  • Kagoshima A5 Tenderloin

    Kagoshima A5 beef tenderloin presented as a Tavaru culinary highlight; current cut, weight and availability must be reconfirmed.

The current supplied fact sheet names selected dishes but does not publish numeric prices. This is not a complete menu.

The venue

Dining at a glance

  • Japanese teppanyaki
  • Live teppanyaki
  • Elevated tower restaurant above the palms
From the kitchen

Signature dishes

  • Teriyaki Black Cod
  • Kagoshima A5 Tenderloin

Ask Resortlife for the current menu when planning your stay.

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The resort

The Velaa Private Island experience

Velaa Private Island is a 5-star resort on its own island in Noonu Atoll, reached by an approximately 45-minute seaplane transfer from Malé International Airport. The property is known for its service-led approach at the upper end of the Maldives market. Accommodation is made up of one-bedroom beach and overwater…

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How to reach

Getting there

45 min seaplane from MLE

Located in Noonu Atoll, Velaa Private Island is reached by a 45-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport, Malé. A 35-minute speedboat transfer is also available. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.

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Frequently asked

Questions about Tavaru

  • What cuisine does Tavaru serve?
    Tavaru at Velaa Private Island serves Japanese teppanyaki in a live teppanyaki format, set elevated tower restaurant above the palms. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.
  • Do I need to reserve a table at Tavaru?
    Yes — pre-booking is required at Tavaru, subject to availability. Resortlife can pass your preferred times to the resort when you book your stay through us.
  • What are the must-try dishes at Tavaru?
    Signature dishes include Teriyaki Black Cod, Kagoshima A5 Tenderloin. Ask for the current menu when booking.
  • Is Tavaru included in the meal plan?
    What is included depends on the meal plan you book at Velaa Private Island (Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.
  • Where is Tavaru located?
    Tavaru is at Velaa Private Island on Orimasvaru Island, Noonu Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
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Reserve at Tavaru

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

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