Yuzu is Raffles Maldives Meradhoo's overwater Nikkei restaurant, where Japanese precision meets the bright, spiced punch of Peru. The kitchen builds around sustainably line-caught local fish, working it into sashimi, tiradito and signature rolls alongside a robata grill and contemporary mains. Ceviche-style raw plates and miso-glazed grills sit beside indulgences like lobster, uni fried rice and Wagyu. An adjacent over-water bar pours sake, pisco and mezcal alongside made-to-order sashimi and sliders.
Hajimeru - Starters
Classic Starters
- Tomato Chawanmushi Silken Tofu, Piccolo Tomatoes, Egg Custard, Rice Vinegar$33
- Sashimi Salad Salmon, Tuna, Mixed Lettuce, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Sesame Soy Dressing$40
- Chirashi Hamachi with Kimchi Hamachi, Avocado, Pickled Daikon, Edamame, Sushi Rice, Ginger, Shiso Tempura$40
- Burrata with Shiso Pesto Cherry Tomato, Shiso Pesto$35
- Avocado Tempura Salad Baby Gem Lettuce, Crispy Avocado, Waffu Dressing$30
Shuko - Snacks
- Spicy Edamame Vegetarian Steamed Edamame, Chili Sambal$20
- Salted Edamame Vegan Lightly Salted Steamed Edamame$20
- Lobster Tempura with Truffle Soy Signature Crispy Lobster, Truffle Honey Soy$50
- Fried Squid with Shiso Dressing Crispy Baby Squid, Tangy Shiso Lime Sauce$35
Kushiyaki - Skewers
- Australian Beef Skewer Grilled Beef, Truffle Mayo, Crispy Onion$38
- Baby Chicken Skewer Teriyaki Black Pepper Glaze, Scallion$38
- Scampi XO Skewer Grilled Scampi, XO Sauce$38
Raw Bar
- Nikkei No Umi (Nikkei of The Sea) Signature A chef's selection of Gunkan, Nigiri, or Sashimi, blending the precision of Japanese techniques with the bold flavours of Nikkei cuisine. Crafted with the freshest seafood, inspired by the surrounding ocean.$120
Signature Rolls
- Rainbow Selection Roll Salmon, Tuna, Reef Fish, Avocado$40
- Lomito Roll Seared Beef Tataki, Crispy Garlic, Avocado$45
- Lobster Tempura Roll Signature Poached Lobster, Miso Truffle, Bonito Flakes$50
Maki Selection
- Vegan Maki Vegan Tofu-based Wrapper, Seasonal Vegetables$30
- Philadelphia Roll Salmon, Cream Cheese, Avocado$30
- Spicy Tuna Roll Togarashi-spiced Tuna, Seasonal Vegetables$35
- Chukka Reef Roll Marinated Seaweed, Reef Fish$38
- Salmon Avocado Maki Salmon, Avocado$38
Tiradito
- Reef Fish Sashimi Fresh Reef Fish, Jalapeno, Coriander, Radish, Yuzu Soy$38
- Tuna & Scallop Sashimi Tuna, Scallop, Chili, Radish, Spring Onion$50
- Trio Tartar Salmon, Tuna, Reef Fish Tartare, Sweet Miso, Roccoto Mayo, Yuzu Kosho, Crispy Nori$55
- Lobster Carpaccio Aji Amarillo Vinaigrette, Radish, Herb Oil$60
Yokoso - Soups
- Seafood Broth Assorted Local Seafood, Warming Chili Infusion$32
- Traditional Miso Soup Wakame, Tofu, Scallion$20
Main Courses
Umi Kara - From the Sea
All mains include sauteed vegetables or steamed rice
- Lobster Tasting Experience Signature Choose your preparation: Robata, Poached, Wok-Seared (Saltado), Steamed, or Crispy Tempura. Accompanied by a selection of sauces: Amazu Ponzu, Shiso-cilantro Garlic Dip, Hollandaise$120
- Grilled Tiger Prawn Hollandaise, Ikura, Micro Cress$75
- Tuna Collar Grilled Tuna Collar, Radish, Yuzu Kosho$40
- Catch of the Day - Yakizakana Local Fish, Escabeche, Wasabi-chive Aioli, Shiso Cress$48
Tochi Kara - From the Land
- Miso-Marinated Baby Chicken Grilled Baby Chicken, House Slaw$45
- Ribeye Steak Served with Signature Hot-shiso Dip, Antichucho, Sake-pepper Jus$115
- Braised Beef & Mushroom Stew Beef, Broccoli, Carrot, Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese$75
- Sukiyaki-Style Beef with Panko Egg Beef Cheeks, Reduced Jus, Panko-crusted Soft Egg, Asparagus, Pickled Ginger$95
Nojo Kara - From the Farm
- Nasu Dengaku Vegetarian Roasted Eggplant, Spinach-coriander Rice, Aji Amarillo, Miso Powder$45
Rice & Noodles
- Lobster & Hokkaido Scallop Uni Fried Rice Signature Sea Urchin, Japanese Rice, Crispy Potato$100
- Mushroom Fried Rice with Onsen Egg Vegetarian Trio of Mushrooms, Nori Seed, Crispy Leeks, Soft-poached Egg$40
- Wagyu Curry Udon Udon Noodles, Wagyu Minced Beef, Potato Foam$75
Side Dishes
- Okonomiyaki Savory Japanese Pancake with Seafood, Mushrooms, Cabbage, Bonito Flakes, Japanese Mayo, Tomato-ton-katsu Dashi$30
- Asparagus with Miso Vinaigrette Grilled Asparagus, Sesame, Bonito Flakes$20
- Broccolini with Truffle Wafu Vegetarian Tender Broccolini, Truffle Wafu Dressing, Sesame$20
- Potato Salad with Ramen Egg Turkey Ham, Soy Egg, Mirin$25
Desserts
- Molten Chocolate Lava Cake Chocolate Crumble, Vanilla Ice Cream$28
- Japanese Cheesecake with Exotic Sauce Light Cheesecake, Mango Coulis, Edible Flowers$20
- Mandarin Sake Trifle Mandarin Liqueur Sponge, Banana Leaf Infusion$22
- Lucuma Meringue Tart Lucuma Tart, Italian Meringue, Lucuma Ice Cream, Pickled Longan$22
- Mandarin Citrus Meringue Crisp Meringue, Mandarin Carpaccio, Citrus Jelly$25
- Dessert Sampler Selection Signature Chef's Selection of Mini Desserts to Share$90
- Hazelnut Praline Paris Brest Choux Pastry, Praline Cream, Matcha Glaze$28
Breakfast - Choose ONE SET
- Butifarra Rosetta Bread, Homemade Turkey Ham, Herb Mayo, White Salsa Criolla, Lettuce, Pickles, Yellow Mayo$32
- Embutidos Cured Beef, Chicken Sausage, Beef Sausage, Sunny Side Up, Toasted Sourdough, Pickles, Tomato Rustico Sauce, Dijon Mustard$54
- Egg & Waffles Ham, Sunny Side Up, Roasted Tomato, Asparagus, Mushroom and Veloute$32
- Japanese Pan Fried Sustainable Yellowfin Tuna, Tamagoyaki, Miso Soup, Steamed Rice, Pickled Cucumber and Radish$48
- Healthy Toasts Salmon or Roasted Zucchini, Sourdough Bread, Dill Cream Cheese, Avocado Mousse, Olive Oil, Confit Tomato, Cured Egg Yolk Rain, Fresh Salad$25
- Wellness Japanese Vegetarian Steamed Tofu, Bok Choy, Shallots, Steamed Rice and Cucumber Salad$30
- Crab Souffle Soft Souffle with Crab and Caramelized Onion over a Crispy Cracker Base, Served with a Leafy Salad$15
Breakfast - A la Carte
Choose any TWO from the selection below
- Quinoa Porridge Choose your porridge with either vegetables or chicken$18
- No Muesli Mix of Cereals, Dry & Fresh Fruits and Berries, Served with Honey Almond Yoghurt$18
- Green Smoothie Green Apple, Cucumber, Spinach, Banana, Almond Milk, Pistachio, Chia Seeds, Granola, Mango$35
- Classic Eggs Choice of Ham, Smoked Salmon or Baby Spinach, Toasted English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Hollandaise Sauce$22
- Egg of Your Choice Selection of Egg Styles Cooked to your Perfection$22
- Garden Egg Vegetarian Spinach, Kale, Mushrooms, Cherry Tomato, Sunflower Seeds, Egg and Fresh Avocado$25
- Cream Come Toast Avocado or Olive Mousse, Tostadas$18
- Greek Yoghurt$14
- Noodle Soup Kimchi-based Soup, Rice Noodles, Bok Choy, Coriander, Poached Egg$18
- Bakery Basket Peruvian Bread and Sweet Baked Delicacies$24
- Waffle Apple Compote, Fresh Berries, Cinnamon Sugar, Honey and Nutella$18
- Hotcake Banana, Carmelized Berries, Honey and Butter$18
- Bacon$14
- Tropical Fruit Platter A Variety of Seasonal and Tropical Fruits$22
- Cheese Platter Selection of Cheeses, Variety of Dry Fruits, Nuts, Water Crackers$30
All prices mentioned are in USD and subject to 17% government tax and 10% service charge
Know before you book
- Yuzu is the resort's overwater Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian) restaurant; an adjacent over-water bar serves sake, pisco and mezcal cocktails with sashimi and sliders.
- A la carte food prices run roughly USD 14 for a side or breakfast item up to USD 120 for the Lobster Tasting Experience and Nikkei No Umi raw-bar selection.
- Several premium items (Lobster Tempura, Tuna & Scallop Sashimi, Lobster Carpaccio, Uni Fried Rice) carry a "++ supplement" on top of the listed price.
- All prices are in USD and subject to 17% government tax and 10% service charge.