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Muraka Restaurant
Review
About
The Muraka Restaurant is located over the blue lagoon of Mirihi Island. Fine Dining A-la-carte at its very best is on offer as well as the specialty Lobster Dinner and Wine & Dine, where a series of freshly prepared, tantalizing dishes are accompanied by carefully selected matching wines from our award-winning, international wine list. The restaurant itself features a central open, illuminated viewing area so the passing marine life can be observed throughout your evening. Muraka is also the setting for sunset cocktails, having the perfect position looking back across the idyllic island of Mirihi.
Features
CUISINES
Seafood, Asian, Deli, Contemporary
Meal types
Dinner, Drinks
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
FEATURES
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Location
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Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 6:00 PM
Sunday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Monday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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4.9
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Corinne Ben Amar
Yvelines236 contributions
Apr 2024 • family
Pleasant restaurant
Beautiful view of the lagoon
The service is a little awkward but they do their best and are very pleasant
The map is succinct and of good quality
The price is a little expensive but corresponds to the quality of the dishes offered and let's not forget where we are ;)
Only small downside... the speed of the service in the evening when we want to take our time
Still a great address
Written April 18, 2024
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Mizuki
Japan2 contributions
Feb 2024 • family
I loved how relaxed it was to eat here, either on the beach or with fans on during the day to stay cool. So much fresh food comes in every day, and the chef even cooked the fish my husband caught! Really enjoyed the homemade ice cream too. There was something new and exciting on the menu every day!!
Written July 25, 2024
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mirjam1204
Basel42 contributions
Oct 2020 • none
Muraka, is the place to be before dinner or for dinner including pre-dinner drinks. Mirihi Island's food is exceptional in all places!
The Muraka is the place to be for sunsets and pre-dinner drinks for sure. After diving, enjoy a tasty cocktail or a glass of champagne or wine accompanied by some tasty surprises to give you an impression of the restaurant.
This year, we decided to spend our final evening at the Muraka and Felix spoilt us with an amazing Thai Menu. We did let Felix prepare what he would rate we liked, and he did match our expectations and exceeded them!!!
We love the team, the food and the atmosphere!
Written October 18, 2020
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Louise L
Rheinfelden130 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
Take any of the menu recommendations, they are all excellent
We experienced the Lobster menu and thought that was great, then we had the wine pairing menu and it just blew our minds
Written October 6, 2021
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Dragoneinvitto
Bern38 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
We largely enjoyed the Muraka during our stay at Mirihi resort, it's simply the best place to enjoy a drink or have dinner, perfect location with super nice staff!
Written February 10, 2020
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Es A
42 contributions
Aug 2019 • couples
The Muraka bar and restaurant is situated on a long pier. I have dined there before and it was excellent. This time since I was on half board only went there for drinks.
A very tastefully done terrase with comfortable chairs makes you enjoy the fabulous Mirihi sunsets. Unbelievably beautiful.
Tip: try the bars fresh fruit cocktails ! The bar guys make the most exquisite drinks from available fresh fruits.
Written August 11, 2019
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Nova P
292 contributions
Feb 2019 • couples
Great place for high tea and then an open bar. The scotch is Johnnie Walker Black and the pours are generous and as many as you want. Passable red. Great nibbles.
Written March 3, 2019
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Valerie S
San Diego111 contributions
Dec 2018 • couples
Gorgeous setting, top-notch food beautifully presented. Attentive service. Great for dinner or cocktail hour.
Written December 16, 2018
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Mark H
Bibury84 contributions
Sep 2018 • couples
Been to this restaurant three times now. it’s part of the Mirihi Island resort. It is suspended on stilts above the reef. Drinks first..on the deck, to watch the sunset (unbelievable sunsets)..then inside, barefoot, to the 5 star restaurant.
The menu gives a range of food, but focuses on the fresh, and abundant sea food. I personally went for the Australian Angus Fillet. One of the top ten steals I’ve ever had.
On top of all this, there is a view directly into the reef while you eat.
Sigh....
Written September 23, 2018
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PugHugger
Adelaide6363 contributions
Jul 2018 • couples
There are few greater pleasures to be had a Mirihi than relaxing on the deck at Muraka sipping a cocktail (I highly recommend the Hugo) and nibbling on the gourmet canapés.
One evening we observed some large sharks from the deck and big schools of fish. The sunset of course is also wonderful.
We had the Asian Spice menu here one evening. It was delicious and a nice change of pace (although the buffet is wonderful I quite enjoyed not having to make an overwhelming choice).
One particularly enjoyable evening included Mohamed (guest relations and talented musician) singing some of our favourite songs while we sipped gins and watched the sun slip away. Magic.
The staff are exceptional and very friendly (but that is true of Mirihi as a whole). All in all we made it part of our daily practice to have a sundowner here and recommend others to the same.
Written August 31, 2018
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Magnus O
17 contributions
Jun 2018 • couples
Very good with friendly staff.We was invited to cooktails from the resort and could choose from a lot of good alternative. Just sit and relax and enjoy the sun going down in the ocean. Fab!
Written June 30, 2018
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Sonja M
26 contributions
May 2018 • family
Excellent cocktails, very unique and individualistic. Only has cocktails there of the only 2 days we had sunshine but we were so fortunate to experience it.
Written May 28, 2018
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Cassandra S
Wayzata159 contributions
Mar 2018 • couples
Loved the casual dining here, sitting on the beach or under the fans mid day to keep you cool. The food is always so fresh and the chef even cooked the fish my husband caught fishing! Loved the home made ice cream as well. I have to say everyday was something new and special on the menu!!
Written March 31, 2018
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satosing
Singapore99 contributions
Dec 2017 • couples
The buffet at Mirihi is no doubt one of the best in the Maldives and head Chef Felix makes sure that the selection and quality of the food is amazing. If you’re on the island for more than just a few days however, then a romantic meal for two at the Muraka is a must! The ambience is just perfect, as the restaurant is surrounded by the sea and the tables inside overlook an open area that is lit up and attracts all kinds of fish, including trevally who dart in and out catching the smaller ones that are attracted by the lights.
We had a Maldivian lobster with papaya and some truffle ravioli for starters that were both divine. As mains, the seafood platter was out of this world as was the barramundi and the portions were so filling that we could not manage to indulge ourselves in dessert.
The restaurant has ample seating, both inside and outside and so even though the resort was fully booked, the restaurant was not crowded.
If you want to impress someone or just chill out and have a quiet, romantic meal, then do visit the Muraka and take home yet another amazing memory from magical Mirihi.
Written December 30, 2017
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John H
New York City19 contributions
Jul 2017 • friends
This restaurant is just beautiful beyond words. We were there everyday for the entire period we were at Mirihi for pre-dinner cocktails. It was relaxing, and the cocktails were just made to perfection. The restaurant provides a perfect view of the sunset, and this is definitely the highlight of Mirihi. Canapes are served with cocktails, and the canapes have been varied and just perfect every single day. What a luxury to be at Muraka. Simply amazing.
Written July 26, 2017
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