The world’s first undersea restaurant, Ithaa delivers one of the most unforgettable dining experiences anywhere in the Maldives — contemporary fine dining served five meters beneath the Indian Ocean inside an all-glass underwater dining room.
Why It Belongs on the List
Located at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, Ithaa (“mother of pearl” in Dhivehi) is an iconic Maldives experience that combines luxury dining with panoramic coral reef views in every direction. The intimate 14-seat restaurant sits beneath the surface of the ocean, where reef sharks, stingrays, tropical fish, and sea turtles drift past while multi-course tasting menus are served. The cuisine blends contemporary European techniques with Maldivian influences, with menus centered around seafood, lobster, premium meats, and carefully paired wines. Reservations are essential months ahead for prime sunset and dinner seatings.
What Stands Out
- World’s first all-glass undersea restaurant
- Five meters below sea level
- 180-degree panoramic coral reef views
- Only 14 seats per service
- Contemporary European cuisine with Maldivian influences
- Reef sharks, turtles, and tropical fish visible during dinner
- One of the most iconic dining experiences in the Maldives
- Ideal for anniversaries and special occasions