Manama, the capital of Bahrain, made its way onto the world stage in 2004 when Michael Schumacher won the first-ever Formula One Grand Prix in this otherwise forgotten corner of the world. Twenty years on, Manama has also made a name for itself with its vibrant nightlife, offering a plethora of bars, clubs, and restaurants. Visitors can enjoy music, entertainment, and exceptionally delicious cuisine.
Tip #1: Le Petit Chef at Downtown Rotana
Manama’s latest culinary attraction is ‚Le Petit Chef‚ at the Teatro Restaurant in the Downtown Rotana Hotel. Every evening at 7:00 PM, the smallest chef in the world invites you to experience the best of theatre and dining in his immersive culinary journey.
For those of you looking for a truly unique dining experience for any special occasion, Le Petit Chef might be the perfect match. Here, you can witness fine dining combined with a captivating 3D screen show.
Visit our extraordinary 3D dinner-show Le Petit Chef in Manama.
Le Petit Chef’s four-course menus start at 35 BHD per person (approximately US$93). If you plan to visit in August or September, you will enjoy a 15% Summer Discount on all menus. Get ready for a legendary dinner show featuring a 6 cm tall clumsy chef from France.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian and Kids menu options are available.
Speciality:
Unique 3D Projection Mapping dining experience, featuring the smallest chef in the world.
Price:
THE GREATEST ACT Menu: 55 BHD per person
TEATRO Menu: 45 BHD per person
OPENING SCENE Menu: 35 BHD per person
VEGETARIAN Menu: 35 BHD per person
KIDS Menu: 20 BHD per person
(15% Summer Discount in August and September)
Hours:
Dinner Show starts at 7:00 PM, Mon to Sun.
Reservation is necessary.
Online booking available here: lepetitchef.com/manama
Location:
Downtown Rotana – Teatro
110 Government Avenue
Manama, 110
Bahrain
Contact:
Phone: +973 33 60 5070
Email : teatro.downtown@rotana.com
Webpage: lepetitchef.com/manama
Tip #2: Monsoon
Of all 590 restaurants in Bahrain, Monsoon holds the #2 spot. It has by far the most reviews on TripAdvisor, a clear indicator that this location is loved by the people. Monsoon offers top-notch Asian cuisine and great service.
The ambience at Monsoon transports you right to a premium location in Thailand. The choices are excellent and plentiful, ensuring that you’ll want to come back again and again.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian friendly
Speciality :
Sushi, Asian, Thai – Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Price:
$25 – $100
Hours:
12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Location:
Monsoon
Rd No 3816
Manama
Contact:
Phone: +973 1774 9222
Webpage: facebook.com/MonsoonBahrain
Tip #3: Fish Market Restaurant
The name says it all. If you crave lobster, sea bass, crabs, king prawns, and other seafood, the Fish Market Restaurant will be your favorite dinner location in Manama. While overlooking Bahrain Bay, you can enjoy those persillade mussels you’ve been dying to try.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian available
Speciality:
Seafood
Price:
$$$$
Hours:
Daily: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Location:
Fish Market Restaurant
Bahrain Bay
Bldg 587 Road 4613
Manama Sea Front
Contact:
Phone: +973 1710 0800
Webpage: Fish Market Bahrain Bay
Tip #4: Haus Restaurant & Lounge
A relative newcomer in Manama’s restaurant scene is Haus Restaurant & Lounge. It specializes in Italian and Japanese food. And good to know: the menu prices are wallet-friendly.
Tuesdays between 20:00 and 23:00, Haus Restaurant gives ladies a special discount. ‚Ladies Who Lounge‘ lets you enjoy 3 drinks and 1 appetizer of your choice for free. This offer is valid on selected beverages and food from the menu.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian options available.
Speciality :
Italian, Japanese, International
Price:
$$ – $$$$
Hours:
Daily: 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Online reservation available.
Locations:
Haus Restaurant & Lounge
Road 3826, Building 772,
Manama 338
Contact:
Phone: +973 1766 3232
Website: hausphilosophy.com
Tip #5: Furn Bistro & Bakery
Manama’s Furn Bistro & Bakery is a trophy collector, with 12 awards since its opening in 2016. Furn Bistro opens daily for breakfast from 6:30 AM until 11:00 AM, and on weekends until 11:30 AM. Furn Bakery welcomes you from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The offerings are international with a modern twist. You can find this top restaurant inside the Westin City Centre.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal
Speciality:
Cafe, Fusion, Healthy, Middle Eastern, Arabic
Price:
$6 – $19
Hours:
Daily: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location:
Furn Bistro & Bakery
The Westin City Centre Bahrain
Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Highway
Manama, 55222
Contact:
Phone: +973 17171133
Website: furnbahrain.com
Tip #6: Cantina Kahlo
A bit off the beaten path but still worth the extra mile: Cantina Kahlo, a Mexican restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton. The atmosphere is down-to-earth, and the prices are similarly down-to-earth. You’ll enjoy exceptional Latin American cuisine with traditional dishes and décor inspired by Mexico’s vibrant art scene.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian available
Speciality:
Mexican cuisine
Price:
$$$
Hours:
Mon-Wed: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thu-Fri: 1:00 PM – 01:00 AM
Sat: 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sun: closed
Location:
Cantina Kahlo @Ritz Carlton
Building 173, Road 2803, Al Seef, Block 428
Al Seef District, Manama
Contact:
Phone: +973 17 58 6410
Webpage: ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/bahrz-the-ritz-carlton-bahrain/dining
Tip #7: Aisha Bahlool Restaurant
Speaking of restaurants that don’t burn a hole in your wallet: A visit to Aisha Bahlool Restaurant promises just that. Additionally, it provides a unique experience, as this restaurant offers the largest variety of cuisines.
It ranges from various Arab and Gulf menus to Lebanese, Thai, Indian, Iranian, and more. What’s even better is that these dishes come at reasonable prices.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian options available
Speciality:
Wide range of Asian cuisines
Price:
$$
Hours:
all week from 12:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Online reservation available
Location:
Aisha Bahlool Restaurant
Block No 338, Rd No 3803
Manama 999
Contact:
Phone: 17 000 000
Website: ayshabahloolrestaurant.com
Tip #8: Buffalo Wings & Rings
Where there is oil and gas, there are Americans. Approximately 6,000 of them call Bahrain their home. And—surprise!—an American diner is just around the corner. Buffalo Wings & Rings gives its guests an authentically American steakhouse atmosphere.
The only drawback is that they serve Dutch and German beers rather than American ones. Oh, and when it comes to sports on TV, the English Premier League is prominently featured.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian available
Speciality:
American, Steakhouse, Grill
Price:
$5 – $16
Hours:
Sun 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Mon 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Tue 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Wed 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Fri 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sat 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Location:
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Building 119L, Road 3803, Block 338
Manama
Contact:
Tip #9: Baharat Restaurant
Baharat promises a Turkish/Arabian adventure. Come Fridays, and a truly international five-star brunch buffet awaits you. Fuel your morning with Le Méridien’s signature breakfast.
This restaurant also features a selection of traditional café classics, such as smoked salmon on pumpernickel bread, as well as distinctive dishes with flavors from local cuisine, like date brioche and shakshouka.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian, Vegan available.
Speciality:
Turkish cuisine
Price:
$$ – $$$
Hours:
Sun 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Mon 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Tue 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Wed 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM,
and 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Thu 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM,
and 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fri 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM,
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM,
and 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Online reservation available
Location:
Baharat Restaurant
Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Highway,
Le Méridien City Centre,
Manama 55222
Contact:
Phone: +973 1717 1441
Website: baharatbahrain.com
Tip #10: Fusions by Tala
Fusions by Tala is a restaurant known for its innovative Bahraini cuisine. It offers a modern twist on traditional dishes. The restaurant is led by Chef Tala Bashmi and is located in the Gulf Hotel Bahrain. It is listed at Number 9 in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants -> theworlds50best.com
What’s in a name? The young, dynamic Bahraini chef Tala Bashmi helps reinvigorate Middle Eastern cuisine—her talent earned her the Middle East & North Africa’s Best Female Chef Award 2022.
Dietary options:
Vegetarian, Vegan available
Speciality:
Bahraini cuisine.
Price:
$$$$
Hours:
Location:
Fusions by Tala
The Gulf Hotel, Building 11, Rd No 3801
Manama
Contact:
Phone: +973 1774 6427
Email: fusions@gulfhotelbahrain.com
Webpage: facebook.com/fusionsbytala
Our selection of restaurants is based, among other things, on the editorial team’s individual preferences and on reviews on the internet. Please contact the respective provider directly for information on reservations and prices. The pictures come from the restaurants listed. All Information is provided without guarantee!
As Lunch-Munch Expert located in South East Asia, Andre knows Asia’s fine and fun dining concepts inside out and is happy to answer any question you may have.
