Ithaa Undersea Restaurant

Dining at Itha, the world’s first underwater restaurant at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island was an unbelievable dining experience. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, with seating for only about 15 guests and a fixed menu. During our meal, we were surrounded by what felt like hundreds of sharks, making it a completely one-of-a-kind experience. The five-course tasting menu was exceptional and featured flavors and items I’d never tried before, including caviar. Service was flawless from start to finish. A few tips: opt for lunch since it’s more affordable and offers better visibility while it’s still bright outside. Be sure to reserve well in advance, as spots fill up fast. And fair warning: this will likely be the most expensive meal you’ll ever enjoy, but absolutely worth it. I felt it's a one and done experience given the cost.

The world’s first underwater restaurant has limited seating and requires your butler to book in advance. It’s mainly about the atmosphere and is perfect for taking photos, where you can see sharks and manta rays—the form outweighs the substance.

The light bites during the visiting hour were a perfect portion. The taste of the canapes was mixed. Some were quite good and others not so enjoyable. The mocktail I was given, since I do not drink champagne, was absolutely delicious and might have been the best drink I've had at the resort thus far. I would still 100% recommended this experience because you still get plenty of time to enjoy the restaurant and it's beautiful underwater views and it is much less expensive than lunch or dinner.