Vilu brings a touch of Italy to the Maldives, pairing handcrafted pasta and premium meats with locally sourced seafood beside the lagoon. The menu runs from antipasti and Mediterranean fish soups through risotto, homemade pasta and wood-fired pizza to dry-aged Mayura Wagyu and grilled Maldivian lobster. Several plates are Chef Armanni signature dishes.
Starters
- Antipasti Selection of marinated olives, pickled vegetables, international cheese and cold cuts, sourdough, confit tomatoes, onion jam, roasted nuts$46
- Bruschetta Vegetarian Burrata and tomato, mushrooms, aubergine with aged balsamic glaze, garden basil$28
- Beef Carpaccio Black Angus beef, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper mousse, arugula$34
- Gamberi alla Busara Sauteed grey prawns in tomato and garlic sauce, fresh chili, crisp sourdough$34
- Insalata Caprese VegetarianSignature Heirloom tomatoes "Caprese style" variation, buffalo mozzarella, garden pesto, fried capers$33
- Crudo di Tonno e Ricciola delle Maldives Signature Local marinated Maldivian tuna and reef fish, passion fruit, basil oil, pine nuts$36
- Zuppa Fredda di Melone e Prosciutto Signature Cantaloupe melon gazpacho, Port wine, black-pepper and cured ham$28
- Calamari al Forno Baby calamari, garlic and shallots, cooked with white wine and fresh herbs$34
Soup
- Minestrone Vegan Traditional vegetable soup, white beans, pasta, fresh herbs and focaccia$20
- Zuppa di Pesce alla Mediterranea Signature Tomato and saffron based Mediterranean style fish soup with local seafood, oregano olives, chili oil and toasted bread$35
Pasta & Risotto
- Risotto Frutti di Mare Creamy risotto, seasonal seafood, local white fish and shellfish bisque$54
- Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli Vegetarian Homemade ravioli, sage butter, pumpkin puree, parmesan crisp, pea shoots$41
- Linguine all'Aragosta Local con Finocchio e Arancia Signature Maldivian lobster, linguine, homemade lobster stock, fennel and orange$61
- Farfalle al Ragu di Vitello e Funghi Signature Hand-made farfalle in white veal ragu sauce, seasonal mushrooms, red chicory, fresh thyme$44
- Spaghetti alle Vongole Sliced garlic, white wine, seasonal clams, chili and Italian parsley$44
- Gnocchi Pomodoro Vegetarian Potato gnocchi, garlic, fresh cherry tomato sauce, parmesan, arugula$41
- Pasta ai Fruitti di Mare Homemade squid ink pasta, garlic, white wine, prawns, calamari, mussels and fresh tomato$44
- Paccheri alla Cacio e Pepe Vegetarian Paccheri pasta, black pepper, pecorino cheese, parmesan cheese and crisp arugula$39
Homemade Pizza
- Prosciutto e Fungi Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, porcini mushroom, arugula, truffle shavings$50
- Burrata and Bresaola Tomato sauce, bresaola, mozzarella cheese, pesto, baby spinach, confit cherry tomato$43
- Lobster Pizza Local Maldivian lobster meat, white garlic sauce, fresh tarragon, fontina and mozzarella cheese$53
- Margherita Vegetarian Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, garden basil$34
Mains
- Seared Local Reef Fish Pizzaiola sauce, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, pancetta, spinach oil, parmesan foam$38
- Bistecca di Fracosta 300g dry aged Mayura Wagyu beef ribeye, cherry tomato confit, black garlic potato puree$98
- Cotoletta alla Milanese Tradizionale Signature Milanese style breaded veal chop, semi dried tomatoes, roasted potatoes, lemon aioli$88
- Pollo alla Siciliana Roasted baby chicken, capers, tomato, baby potatoes, red wine reduction$52
- Zucchini and Eggplant Lasagna Vegetarian Grilled eggplant, tomato marinara, basil, parmesan, mozzarella cheese$39
- Tagliata 200g Australian black Angus beef tenderloin, balsamic vinegar, arugula, cherry tomatoes, rosemary and parmesan$78
- Funghi Stufati Vegetarian Roasted portabella mushrooms, basil pesto, pine nuts, mozzarella cheese, tomato ragu$36
From the Lobster Tank
- Grilled Lobster (per 100g) Fresh Maldivian lobster, sauteed spinach, lemon and garlic butter sauce, fennel and truffle salad$26
To Share
24-hour pre-order
- Veal Osso Bucco Cooked the Old Way Served with risotto Milanese and Gremolata$125
Sides
- Vegetable Caponata Vegetarian$16
- Tuscan Style Mushrooms, Spinach, Garlic, Tomato, Parmesan Vegetarian$16
- Steamed Broccoli with Lemon and Chili$14
- Truffle Mashed Potatoes Vegetarian$16
- Steamed Vegetables Vegetarian$13
Desserts
- Vilu Tiramisu Mascarpone, coffee, ladyfinger biscuit, white chocolate, cocoa$20
- Limoncello Meringue Almond sponge, lemon syrup, lemon curd, limoncello sorbet$18
- Vilu Fondant Molten lava cake, vanilla ice cream, limoncello sauce and fresh berries$21
- Pina Colada Semifreddo Signature Coconut and vanilla parfait, fresh mango coulis, rum flambe pineapple, lime meringue$18
- Selection of Sorbet and Ice Cream Choice of three flavors; ask your server for today's selection$18
Prices in US Dollars, subject to 10% service charge and 17% T-GST. Dishes marked with a supplement carry an extra charge on half/full-board meal plans. Menu as captured; confirm current dishes and prices with the resort.
Know before you book
- Vilu is the resort's Italian restaurant, with handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, premium meats and Maldivian seafood by the lagoon.
- Grilled lobster is priced per 100g (~$26/100g), so the final price depends on the lobster's weight; the veal osso bucco to share needs 24 hours' notice.
- Premium plates such as the antipasti, Mayura Wagyu ribeye, veal chop and lobster dishes carry a meal-plan supplement on half- or full-board.
- Look for the Chef Armanni signature dishes — including the caprese, Maldivian tuna crudo, lobster linguine and Milanese veal chop.