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Where to eat in Manama

10 independent restaurants, bakeries and food spots in Manama. Chains are left out.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Where to eat in Manama

  1. Eat

    Al-Abraaj

    Perfect introduction for non-Arab folks to become accustomed to the Middle Eastern hospitality charm. Food is generous and tasty, and primarily from Lebanese/Turkish and Persian cuisines. Good value at BD 2-4 per head.

  2. Eat

    Bahay Kubo

    Traditional style Filipino restaurant for dine in, take out and delivery. Bahay Kubo also offers a private function room with karaoke

    Daily from 10:30AM to 10:00PMless than BD 5

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    Café Lilou's

    Paris style interiors, popular with ex-pats and locals. Excellent French-café fare, including large salads and delicious cakes. Caters for groups, take out, catering services, outdoor seating. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, drinks.

    Sat-Thu 8AM-11PM, Fri 10AM-10:30PMBD 5-10

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    Habara Snacks & Fish

    Great diner that cheerfully serves cheap fish and chips and other assorted snacks.

  5. Eat

    Lanterns

    An atmospheric Indian restaurant with great food and lovely decor next to Burgerland Roundabout in Budaiya.

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    Senor Pacos

    An atmospheric Mexican restaurant with great ambience and lovely decor on the Road opposite KFC in Um al Hassam. They have their own guitarist and vocalist singing on most evenings.

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    Trader Vic's

    Polynesian dining/drinking experience, on the grounds of the Ritz Carlton.

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    Zahle

    Serving impeccable Lebanese food with daily buffets and live entertainment.

  9. Eat Not mapped

    Nando's (Portuguese)

    Restaurant chain serving Mozambican cuisine, multiple restaurants.

  10. Eat

    Al-Suraj

    The second-best shwarma in Bahrain for only 300 fils.

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Manama (CC BY-SA 4.0).