Only BLU, the Maldives’ newest and largest underwater restaurant. Since its opening on June 13, it has taken guests on a culinary journey beneath the surface of the sea.
Access to the restaurant is via a wooden walkway between the two new island resorts in North Malé Atoll. Located almost seven meters below sea level, Only BLU has an area of 190 square meters and can accommodate 46 guests. Its horseshoe-shaped design ensures each table has its own window view of the coral reef. The colors, patterns and textures of the interior are chosen to complement the sea views.
Jorge Amaro, General Manager of the two resorts, is delighted: “Our engineering teams have achieved a remarkable feat with Only BLU, immersing guests body and soul in a creative culinary journey. We have created a world of exquisite flavors in both resorts. Every day there is a new, fresh selection of dishes for our guests to discover.”
When guests descend from the jetty into the Only BLU, they pass the open kitchen and are then greeted with canapes and sparkling wine. Arriving at the restaurant, you will find yourself surrounded by exotic shades of blue and the underwater world with its colorful inhabitants.
You can choose from dishes with seafood and fish, with meat and poultry or vegetarian alternatives. These are supplemented with selected red and white wines or various types of beer. The menu includes dishes such as panko and sesame-crusted tofu served with enoki mushrooms, spring onions and vegetable salad, as well as a poke bowl with Maldivian yellowfin tuna, Peruvian avocado, Spanish onions, mango and edamame, or a guinea fowl ballotine served with Foie gras and wild mushroom emulsion, spinach, mashed potatoes and young root vegetables is served.
The plates with the starters and main courses are stacked in wooden stands (rantangs) and placed on the table. In this way, an individual culinary tower is created, which is also a visual delight.
