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CUISINES
International
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Is this an Indian restaurant?
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Tuck into scrumptious Maldivian and International treats in the casual setting of Ilaafathi restaurant. Set right on the beach with a natural Alang-Alang roof, this beachfront eatery serves extravagant buffet for breakfasts and lunches as well as superb set dinners that will make you come back for more.
CUISINES
International
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service
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4.5
125 reviews
Excellent
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23
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6
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Terrible
4
seven77u
13 contributions
Feb 2022 • couples
Delicious food - vegetarian as well as seafood or curries supplemented by an great atmosphere ans super friendly and welcoming services of the whole restaurant team. We have enjoyed the variety and the good quality. Adi from Bali and Prosanta from India made our stay from breakfast till evening dinner always to a great experience. You have enchanted our taste buds with special chillies, what was every day a welcoming indulgence!!!!
Thank you for the hospitality and friendly treatment from the whole service team!
7U
Written 12 February 2022
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Climber03320834106
1 contribution
Jul 2024 • family
From the moment we arrived at Banyan Tree, it was clear that this destination offers a perfect blend of luxury and tranquility, making it an unforgettable escape from the everyday. The restaurant offered many different options for every culture and cuisine, with top notch waiters that recommended delicious meals. Oh, and how can I forget the performance of the magician himself, Chef Prosanta. Handling the egg counter with ease, chef Prosanta provided us delicious Indian off-menu meals that brought us satisfaction. Us Indian vegetarians find it hard to find quality food, but we said goodbye to our problems when we met chef Prosanta. Banyan tree, if you are reading this, I request you to highlight the highly underrated performances of Abdulla and Prosanta. Thank you for this memorable experience.
Written 30 July 2024
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R F
Singapore27 contributions
Dec 2021 • none
We had full-board arrangement and enjoyed thoroughly all meals served at this restaurant over a 10 day period.
Written 6 January 2022
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DohaRob
7 contributions
Jul 2021 • none
It was SOOOO cool to have all our meals here. All the staff was super cool and very friendly.
Thank you everyone.
Written 19 July 2021
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Birthe P
14 contributions
Jan 2021 • couples
Outstanding quality and best team ever. Good was of excellent quality. Super fresh and professionally prepared. Thank you all and especially Naazim who fulfilled all our culinary wishes
Written 25 January 2021
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Rawdha Almeraikhi
Abu Dhabi23 contributions
Nov 2020 • friends
Thank you Suhail for a great experience. Superb food that changes everyday!
The breakfast was regular but we enjoyed the a la carte experience.
Written 19 November 2020
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vince284
Switzerland27 contributions
Oct 2020 • none
We had probably the best Indian food ever, the team was very nice, and the food was really good. The catch of the day is delicious!
Written 20 October 2020
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somyajit2015
Hooghly10 contributions
Mar 2020 • none
The first thing that I must mention, is the behavior and service of its staff. They are really very nice, and always try satisfy customer.
Written 12 March 2020
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Eva
Graz6 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
It offered every day a great variety of menus!
Every single course was perfect.
The chef knows how to serve authentic food and the staff is very skilled and friendly!
The buffets are almost legendary!
Thank you!
Written 28 February 2020
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Mike-Kathi
5 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
The very good food served in the restaurant goes hand in hand with the excellent customer service. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet and also both at dinner, a la carte as well as barbecue buffet.
Written 18 December 2019
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laurab22016
Hong Kong6 contributions
Dec 2019 • couples
During our night stay, the chefs delighted us each day with delicious fresh fish and an array of Maldivian specialities. Special thanks to chefs Fayaz and Rajesh and our waiter Samooh who served us with the best curries we have ever eaten. A truly wonderful experience.
Written 18 December 2019
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WaiWaiBKK
Singapore22 contributions
Oct 2019 • none
Delicious food, different variety every day. Different themes but always delicious and varied. Both buffet and a la carte are great. Very attentive and friendly staff. And of course, set against the sun, sea and greens, couldn't get better.
Written 12 November 2019
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Duaij A
Riffa5 contributions
Oct 2019 • none
The cuisine choice was limited, mainly Chinese and the cuisine quality was average. Also, after the second day the food variety is pretty much repeated so may get boring on long stays.
Written 4 November 2019
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AJ20782
New Delhi100 contributions
Oct 2019 • friends
Extremely limited and boring menu with below average service and a very poor setting for Maldives, with no view of the sea. However, the amazing chef's try and make up for the above and get the 2 stars.
Written 11 October 2019
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rifraf8583
Muscat17 contributions
Sept 2019 • couples
Food in a fsily basis by the chef for breakfast and dinner was amazing. I usually do not eat duck nor tuna but couldn't help but crave for more! Breakfast was delicious with a lot of variety. Dinner was between a set menu or buffet. All superb
Written 24 September 2019
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