Dining Experience on Velaa Private Island

Many travelers are curious about the dining options on Velaa Private Island, also known as Turtle Island. Here's a comprehensive guide to the island's dining scene. Velaa offers four restaurants: one overwater and three on the beach. With our upgraded all-inclusive package, we had access to all four at no extra cost. The overwater restaurant, Azzurro, serves a buffet breakfast, but the local flies can be a nuisance. Lunch and dinner are à la carte with a three-course menu, including a children's menu. For families, it's recommended to order from the adult menu, except for the chicken fingers on the kids' menu. The restaurant offers a convenient QR code menu with a Chinese translation. Additionally, there's a complimentary room service option available once a day, which we utilized to enjoy a meal on our water villa's upper deck. The beachside Kaani restaurant is a buffet-style venue serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with themed nights offering a few unique dishes. We only attended the Monday BBQ night due to the fly issue. Breakfast is exclusively served at the buffet. Kuredi Bar, located by the main island pool, offers a three-course menu for lunch and dinner, featuring Western cuisine with generous portions. The chicken wings are a highlight, and the steak surpasses that of Azzurro. The bar hosts themed activities every evening at 8:30 PM. Funa, the Thai restaurant on the main island, was previously a paid option but is now included in the all-inclusive package, though reservations are required. It's closed on Mondays and Fridays, so book early. The restaurant, situated by the main island dock, offers a great atmosphere and delicious food. Note that lobster dishes are an additional charge. All four restaurants share the same beverage menu. We mostly enjoyed juices, coffee, and non-alcoholic cocktails. The mango and peach juices are recommended, and the non-alcoholic mojito became a favorite. Overall, the dining experience was better than expected, with Funa being the standout, followed by Kuredi, Azzurro, and Kaani. Water villa guests can dine at any restaurant, while beach villa guests are limited to the main island options. #Travel #Vacation #DiningExperience