My visit to the
Breakwater Restaurant, one of the most beautifully situated restaurants in the
Maldives graced me with a memorable understanding of how Maldivian restaurants
work and what they try to implement.
Breakwater
Restaurant is one of the best situated restaurants in the Maldives. With
stunning views of the beach and ocean right beside the restaurant, it is worth
visiting just for its spectacular views. A modest atmosphere surrounded the
restaurant with a beautiful night sky view and the aroma of freshly cooked
dishes spread across the warm seating area lined with tables gazing out into
the ocean.
A common saying is
that restaurants cleanliness can always be judged by its restrooms. Breakwater
was acceptable for me that night with its averagely clean lavatories.
Wanting to sample
the standards of the restaurant, I ordered a one of mocktail from the menus, which took less than five
minutes to reach me. Waiters were polite and very respectful in their behavior,
and were cautious as well as keen to keep my satisfied. The drinks were
refreshing and energizing which actually got me excited for the rest the night
to come.
As the restaurant
boasts a multitude of dishes from various cuisines, I wanted to experience the
expertise of the restaurant and its chefs in the art of gastronomy. I selected
the lamb chops from the sumptuous menu. When it came, I was not disappointed by
the mouthwatering aroma that hit my nostrils. The restaurant provided good on
its promise of providing a range of tasty dishes from various cuisines. The
lamb chops were exquisite and came with a side of potato and vegetables which
complemented each other well. The boiled vegetables paired along with the gravy
filled lamb chops and potato was very tasty, which I took as a testament to the
chefs skills and the standard of the Restaurant itself.
Everything at the
restaurant are well priced and not expensive than any other restaurant in town.
Specialty dishes such as sea food might cost a little bit more, but other
dishes were priced along the same scale as other restaurants in the city, with
some dishes costing less than they normally would at other restaurants.
I briefly got the
chance to meet with the head chef and the manager of the restaurant on my visit
to the restaurant. Chef Chamara divulged his previous work experiences in
restaurants such as City Garden in the Maldives. He also explained how he tries
to satisfy his customers and noted that there nothing that is not available
from the restaurant if a customer asks. Chef Chamara says that various cuisines
such as Mexican, Indonesian, Italian and Indian influences his cooking style
and he tries to adapt these dishes with a hint of Maldivian cuisines so that
the customers are left satisfied with an amazing experience.
Manager, Mr. Hassan
Zareer also shed some light on the aspirations he has for the restaurant with a
new menu as well as a dining area. Mr. Zareer also explained the difficulties
the restaurant faces with noise pollution as the restaurant is located in one
of the busiest areas of the city. He also backed chef Chamara and reiterated
that there is no dish that the Breakwater Restaurant cannot provide to its
guests upon request. Able to house more than 200 customers the breakwater restaurant
treats its staff like its family and everyone has their own tasks with no
supervision required. Such is their dedication of the staff that Mr. Zareer
informed that the restaurant takes good care of its staff.
During my visit, I
also got the opportunity to visit the backstage of the restaurant and see the
staff go about their routines. Highly dedicated and focused, it was like a well
oiled machine with everyone sticking to their specific tasks.
One of the most
notable moments in the night was when the manager invited me to sample a new
entry into the menu of the restaurant, Truffle oil French fries. After trying
out the French fries I had nothing but praise for the leaps that the restaurant
is taking in the industry, and without a doubt would recommend the restaurant
as the best French fries in Male city that I have tasted so far.
A stunning
environment, combined with good food, Breakwater is one of the best restaurants
in town and is only looking to get better in the future. I would recommend the
restaurant for anyone, whether it is a romantic dinner, or a get together with
colleagues, the restaurant is a wonderful location.
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