Restaurants in Muscat
International restaurants reside in Muscat's smart hotels including seafood specialist, The Beach Restaurant, at The Chedi Hotel. Thanks to Oman's trading ties with the Indian subcontinent, curry houses abound throughout the city. The spicy northern Indian cuisine of Muttrah's Mumtaz Mahal leads the way. Affordable restaurants producing Omani kebabs cluster in Al Khuwair, while Western fast-food outlets crowd the malls. Last orders are around 11pm. A tip of 15% should be added to the bill.
Top-end
Expand all1. The Beach Restaurant - Top-end seaside seafood
Show more This is a clever way to peek inside Muscat's stunning Chedi Hotel without spending a fortune. At night, vast seafood platters and Asian fusion fish dishes du jour are served under beach umbrellas at The Beach Restaurant while the Gulf of Oman laps gently in the background. A light menu is also available at lunchtime.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 12pm-2.30pm & 7pm-10.30pm (closed mid-Jun-mid-Aug)
Address
The Chedi Hotel, North Ghubra 232, Al Ghubra, Muscat 133
Telephone
+968 24 524 400
2. Mumtaz Mahal - Fine Indian cuisine
Show moreOne of the best Indian restaurants in the Gulf, Mumtaz Mahal is in pole position on top of a hill overlooking Qurm Park in Muttrah. Signature dishes include potato salads flavoured with pomegranate, Punjabi lamb and Mughlai chicken or fish. In the main dining room, the tinkling fountain provides a further backdrop to Urdu musicians.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 12pm-3pm & 7pm-11.30pm
Address
Muttrah, Muscat 114
Telephone
+968 24 605 907
3. Al Bustan Palace Hotel Al Khiran Terrace - Dine under the stars
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Under the auspices of French chef Jean-Luc Amann, the Italian-influenced menu at Al Khiran Terrace in Muttrah's Al Bustan Palace has gone from strength to strength. Beautifully situated on a terrace overlooking the pristine beach, the restaurant offers à la carte menus and a buffet along with fine wines.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily lunch & dinner
Address
Muttrah, Muscat 114
Telephone
+968 (0) 24 799 666
Mid-range
Expand all4. Bin Ateeq - Omani delicacies
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Although this is a chain restaurant, with another branch in Nizra, Bin Ateeq is acclaimed for serving some of the finest Omani cuisine in Muscat. Diners congregate on woven rugs at low tables in private rooms. Dishes include spicy lentil broths, thick chicken harees (stew), rice maqbous served with mutton and halva for dessert.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 12pm-3pm & 6pm-1am
Address
Al Khuwair, Muscat 133
Telephone
+968 24 478 225
Budget
Expand all5. Istanbuli - Street food Turkish style
Show moreIn the heart of bustling Al Khuwair, Istanbuli is a little taster of Turkey serving up kebabs and chicken shawarma under the shade of sprawling umbrellas. Omanis sit around tables sipping tea and tucking into vast flatbreads piled high with grilled meats. Spicy salads with gherkins are the best option for confirmed vegetarians.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily
Address
Al Khuwair, Muscat 133
Transport
Taxi
6. Woodlands - Dosas and cold beers
Show moreGreat for vegetarians, Woodlands in Ruwi serves mouthwatering southern Indian food in a simple restaurant decked out in pink and green with cane furniture. Firm favourites are the dosas, small pancakes stuffed with spiced potatoes, followed by mutton served with black lentils and steamed rice, all washed down with an icy cold Indian beer.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 12.30pm-3pm & 6.30pm-11.30pm
Address
Europecar Building, Ruwi, Muscat 112
Telephone
+968 24 700 192
Transport
Taxi
