Tel Aviv
Only a castanet click or two away from the beach, Sharo Cohen's Spanish-inspired seafood restaurant offers an array of vividly coloured and robustly…
Must-see restaurants in Middle East
Sharjah
This brilliant little cafe inside Souq Al Arsah, its walls scattered with old photos and bric-a-brac, is as popular with local workers eating lunch as it…
Jerusalem
For a treat, head to Kangaroo, a delightful Georgian restaurant nestled in a cosy side street. It's most certainly not kosher, offering signature Georgian…
Tel Aviv
One of the hottest new names in town, Disco Tokyo opened to rave reviews in 2018. The food is an extraordinary fusion of Japanese and Korean cuisine with…
Abu Dhabi
A devoted local following fills this cafe, one of the few public places where you can have a coffee or meal overlooking the sea. If you're walking or…
Lebanon
One of the country's most famous restaurants, this classy place just off the highway on the border of Beit Mery and Brummana boasts extensive gardens, a…
Abu Dhabi
This place buzzes after dark when families pack the street-side tables, eating big shawarma plates with salad and hummus, while takeaway customers wait…
Muscat
Next to the Omani Heritage Gallery in a sociable part of town, this friendly, award-winning establishment serves consistently good-value Western…
Beirut
Tucked away in the corner of a shopping plaza, this socially focused cafe and restaurant is quite a surprise to discover, with its buzzy garden atrium…
Dubai
This fragrant cafe, dressed in pink, has a floral motif throughout and the gift of a rose with your dish. The breakfast selection is several notches above…
Jeddah
In the heart of North Jeddah, opposite King Faisal Hospital, this two-level Lebanese place with outdoor dining offers a sweets counter on the ground floor…
Manama
Get here before midday and the air will be filled with the smell of baked bread and the aroma of freshly ground coffee, both done on site. The bread…
Amman
This Rainbow St establishment offers something we think is unique for Jordan: camel burgers. They're worth the detour too, along with the novelty of…
Oman
Popular for its themed buffets, this attractive restaurant with its neatly laid indoor tables and terrace overlooking the garden, offers burger-and-beer…
Dubai Marina & Palm Jumeirah
Pick your poisson (mullet, sea bream, pomfret) from the ice display at this Egyptian seafood restaurant and have it prepared the way you like it. The…
Tel Aviv
Lively La Shuk (the market) is in a fabulous location on the corner of Dizengoff Sq, with a busy but pleasant patio to watch the Tel Aviv chaos go by…
Dubai
There's an informal vibe to Publique that extends from the decor, with its simple wooden tables and sports screen, to the menu with dishes for sharing,…
Ramallah
Renowned on both sides of the Green Line, Rukap’s is to Ramallah what kunafeh (warm, syrupy cheese pastry) is to Nablus. Choose between a small cone …
Tehran
The most atmospheric of several teahouses in the popular hillside park at Tehran’s northern edge is based in a cabin with stained-glass windows that's…
Niayesh Restaurat & Coffee Shop
Shiraz
The tranquil internal courtyard of the Niayesh Boutique Hotel is a pleasant place to escape the crowds and relax over a tea, espresso coffee or meal…
Tripoli
Tripoli's best seafood is found here in an elegant dining room with views over the water. The very courteous and professional staff will guide you through…
Iran
Inside the friendly Abyaneh Hotel, this restaurant (the only one in town) serves a long menu of Persian favourites. The adjoining coffee bar has an…
Wadi Rum
Dining here is open-air and buffet-style, though if tourist numbers are low (at hotter times of the year, for example), selections are restricted to what…
Saudi Arabia
All the delicious Saudi staples that originate from Yemeni culture, such as fuul, muthabbak (omelette pancake) and masoob (a bread, banana and honey dish)…
Southeastern Iran
Khansalar offers high quality at low prices, notably for meaty kebabs and saffron-toned kashke bademjan (mashed eggplant), with a seating choice of a…
Lebanon
Popular with locals and tourists alike, this cafe on the square has an attractive outdoor terrace and is a great spot to linger over a light meal or…
United Arab Emirates
Right on the corniche, this little place is a winner for its mezze menu and hearty biryanis with chicken or fish. Despite the name (and the prominent…
Bur Dubai
Lemongrass’ soothing mango-and-lime-coloured dining room is an ideal backdrop for brightly flavoured cooking that spans the arc from pad Thai (nicely…
Manama
This is one of the most attractive places to sample Lebanese food, right by the water's edge in the Coral Bay complex. The chef prides himself on the…
Tel Aviv
Deluxe ice cream for those looking for real quality, Creme is a small, brightly coloured parlour on Dizengoff St. It boasts only a handful of flavours, so…
Riyadh
Let Mom take care of you at this cosy little eating spot with a personal touch. The menu is international and the food is great, but it's the wonderful…
United Arab Emirates
This cafe with loungey chairs on the terrace, good espresso-based coffee and a short menu of pastries, sandwiches and pasta is the nicest place to stop…
Doha
Gordon Ramsay's bistro specialises in burgers and Australian steaks; try the lamb burger with harissa mayonnaise, homemade tomato ketchup, fresh green…
Dubai
With its loft-like ceilings, concrete floors, red-brick walls and eco-aware attitude, the Pantry may scream 'Shoreditch transplant' but is actually a laid…
Tel Aviv
A little taste of Lisbon in the Middle East, Tchernichovsky 6 is owned and operated by a Portuguese-Israeli chef and is known for dishes featuring octopus…
Madaba
With two tables overhanging the road opposite St George’s Church, photographs of old Madaba on the wall and excellent Italian-style coffee, this is a…
Downtown Dubai
Come here for authentic Jamaican food, from the curried goat with coconut rice to oxtail and beans and jerk chicken. The all-time favourite snacks are the…
Markazi Jamshidiyeh Restaurant
Tehran
The first of several teahouses you’ll see as you head uphill from the entrance of the park, is also the busiest, with tables offering great views from…
Oman
Located on the village's main street at a sharp bend in the road, this small local-style restaurant offers Middle Eastern staples, including mezze and…
Beirut
Beirut's capital of sourdough, Tusk bakes a wide variety of breads, as well as seasonal cakes and pastries (including fun riffs on the croissant, like…
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