The first underwater restaurant of its kind in the world
Contemporary fusion maldivian cuisine with western and asian influences
The Ithaa Restaurant sits 15 feet below the waves of the Indian Ocean, surrounded by a coral reef and encased in clear acrylic, offering diners 270-degrees of panoramic underwater views.
The restaurant is reached by a wooden walkway from the nearby over-water Sunset Grill Restaurant, and seats just 14 people for exclusive dining with a real difference.
Opinions on dining probably vary as much as fingerprints but there are some definite common denominators that dictate a restaurant opinion.
Probably first and foremost would be the very reason why we dine out…and that’s all about the food. Whether it’s a “designer” food outing or a buffet from heaven it always comes down to our bellies and palates being satisfied.
Then there is the visual feast which chronologically speaking comes before the devouring. I had a Chef once that used to say “people eat with their eyes first” and he stuck to that credo which translated to stunning edible creations.
Of course I can not neglect the personal side of dining out and that’s SERVICE. Notice that I capitalized that word and I did so for a very good reason and that’s because all the hard work that goes into a dining experience for you can fall apart with poor service. The restaurant design and ambience were carefully considered for you, the chef put a lot of effort and thought into the menu and the server becomes your front line point of contact to tie it all together. Nothing is smoother than a server that knows his/her timing for taking away the appetizer remains, allowing a small buffer before the entree arrives perfectly presented with the offering of fresh cracked pepper, cutlery replacements if needed and of course time to enjoy the meal.
Why has this page been created? Simple. I know that you want share your dining experiences and I welcome those opinions but please remember that I will be moderating this BLOG which means that posting something like “ABC Restaurant was lousy” will not even make it to these pages. Be constructively critical about your experience with sound details and an informed opinion. Yes, we will post what most of the world calls “reviews” but we like to consider them as opinions and your opinion will count.
Every restaurant has an operator or an owner who has the vision and drive to create the restaurant that he/she believes in. The restaurant business is not a simple one to get into, now I don’t want to suggest that it’s impossible but read this list of skills that are required to call yourself a successful restaurant owner.
Conceptualist
Designer
City Permits and Licenses Person
Printer (menus, business cards, bar menu, signage, etc…)
Human Resources (hiring, training, scheduling, payroll, etc…)
BookKeeper (food cost, labour cost, overhead calculations, etc…)
Acountant
Customer Service Provider
Problem Solver (eternal job)
Security (internal and external)
Shift Work
Chef
Bartender
Server
Maitre D’
Oenophile (wine expert)
Vendor Negotiations
and much, much more!
So, this category has been created exclusively for those visionarys we call restauranteurs. All restauranteurs are invited to offer their insights into the business of restaurants.
If you’re reading this first blog right now then more than likely you’re new to the site as well. If you got here by going through all the deals then you probably know why we exist. The common “deal” is generally accepted as an agreement that satisfies both the vendor and the customer. Let’s face it, no business would be around if it couldn’t have it’s own version of a deal, we all need deals! Everyone’s looking for a deal.
The best part of the deal is the fact that both parties are happy. The restaurant or business owner is happy because there is an increase in the business of “getting people in the door”. All businesses depend on this. It’s called “volume”. The customer is happy because “it’s a deal!”. They always wanted to go to that restaurant and now there is an incentive for them to go. Food quality never suffers with a deal so the customer is also getting the “real deal”.
This rule generally applies to all businesses, think about it, I can not conjure up a single type of business that does NOT offer a deal. So, what’s my deal? My deal is that I had no choice but to write this blog for you to read and so far…………it’s been a sweet deal!
We've decided to source some great material for you to enjoy on our DinnerDealz.com Blog. We believe that the restaurant trade has so much more to offer all of us that want to go out and find stuff for you to be inspired or challenged or just plain tempted to try!
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