Food and Restaurants

Though expensive, the food served at Tuscany certainly lives up to the bill. The restaurant has won numerous awards and is considered to be the best Italian restaurant in Muscat. The menu changes with the season, but all dishes are prepared fresh and in classic Italian style. You will not regret dinner here!

Capri Court is another excellent destination for those seeking Italian food during their stay in Muscat. Fresh ingredients are used to churn out these high quality dishes, and you will always find a range of choices on the menu. Starters include poached lobster and other salads, main courses include a variety of risottos, lamb, chicken and beef dishes and dessert includes tiramisu, whipped mascarpone cream and blackberry cream caramel.

This lovely, sophisticated restaurant serves delicious Middle Eastern cuisine. The food is pricey but worth it. Customers can choose to be seated inside or outside, but either way, you should make reservations in advance. The décor is wonderful with Arabian tents and pottery, and you can see the chefs as they prepare your meal. A wide range of Arabian, Turkish, Mediterranean and Persian dishes are offered at this scenic restaurant, which is located twenty minutes outside of the city by car. Dessert includes traditional baklawa and the fresh juices are particularly delightful.

Bait al-Bahr is known for their seafood dishes. The restaurant looks out onto the beach providing a breath-taking view of the sea; the seafood also has a distinctly Omani taste, which adds to the unique experience of dining here. Starters include poached crab and tamarind dumplings,while main courses include dishes such as sautéed kingfish and prawns in tomato stew and fried squid. Desserts include date pudding and bitter chocolate cake with bruleed Omani honeycomb.

For the ultimate fine dining experience, tourists should stop at this extravagant restaurant. The interior is beautifully decorated in a contemporary style, and the service is fit to match. The dishes served here include grilled shari and seafood risotto starters and beef tenderloin, lime glazed duck breast and seared kingfish as main courses. Dessert is not to be missed- the triple chocolate truffle is fantastic.

This simply named eating establishment is one of Muscat’s better known restaurants. It is no wonder, as mouth-watering dishes are served here- both international as well as local. The sampling of local seafood is particularly excellent-ask for the “hamour” dish. Also, don’t miss out on dessert; the French chef makes some wonderful pastries and other delights.

This is the most famous of Muscat’s Indian restaurants-for those who love spicy food this is the place to be! North Indian Mughal cuisine is the specialty here, and the atmosphere is very soothing with dim lighting, low tables and traditional Indian instruments being played live. Many consider this to be Muscat’s best Indian restaurant, especially given the sophisticated choices available here (like the snake coffee!). The beautiful view overlooking Qurm Natural Park only adds to the allure of this venue. Note that prices are borderline expensive, with the average meal costing about OMR 15.

Those looking for a fine meal are unlikely to be disappointed with Meknes Restaurant. This venue is known for its fantastic stews (particularly the lamb) and its vintage Moroccan tea. You will also enjoy the atmosphere here, including the armchairs in which you will enjoy your meal.

This destination will ensure you get the most for your money as dishes are of excellent quality and are served at more than reasonable prices. The dishes listed on the menu are international so all customers are bound to find something they will enjoy. The restaurant also has a little twist-many of the chefs and waiters are students of the hospitality institute. Given the popularity of this restaurant and its limited operation schedule, we recommend that you book in advance before visiting.

Eat your fill of delicious pastas, pancakes, waffles, sandwiches, smoothies and other fresh juices here. You will also find traditional American cuisine, like (beef) bacon and steak and fries. The food is of excellent quality, the service is first-rate and the atmosphere is relaxed and enjoyable. All of this might might have something to do with the fact that this restaurant is a short walk from the beach.

This restaurant serves tasty food, but the atmosphere and location should be what draws you here. While eating, you will be able to look out of Al-Boom’s large windows overlooking Muscat’s harbor, providing a truly majestic view. This is also a good place to become more acquainted with Muscat’s close relationship to the sea, especially if you visit for breakfast following a visit to the Fish Market.

This cafe is always alive with activity, and is a favorite among the locals. The food served is traditionally Arabian cuisine, and the cafe style provides for a relaxing and enjoyable experience. The courtyard outside adds to the ambiance of this destination, and wherever you sit, be prepared to become immersed in an Arab setting (you’ll at least be sitting on Arab-style divans).

This modern venue has one of the best seaside views in Muscat. Tche Cafe can be a bit on the expensive side, especially if you order the locally caught fish on the menu. It is still a great place to unwind and relax, or to enjoy an iced latte.

For those on a budget this is a great place to grab some of the tastiest shawarma for lunch or dinner. Inside you will find mostly Arab and Turkish cuisine, and plenty of options if you want to grab a bite on the run.

This restaurant will provide an authentic, cheap Omani experience. Be prepared when you come here-you will be served very traditionally Omani food (some people love Omani cuisine, others would prefer to stay away) and you will be seated on the floor in traditional style. The food here is exotic and the experience is worth a shot.

For those on a budget this is a great place to grab some quality Lebanese cuisine. This is a chain franchise, with restaurants located all over Muscat. Easy on the pockets, the service is also remarkably good in this busy restaurant. As expected in any Lebanese café, the hummus, kebabs and falafel are exceptionally good. Additionally, a free dish of lettuce, radish, and mint is provided with every meal.

This road side joint is located right next to the entrance of the Mutrah Souk. The café is always busy and customers are bound to enjoy the lively atmosphere of the surrounding area. The tables are outside on the pavement (although a small indoor eating parlor exists), which adds some authenticity to the experience. The shawarma here differs from other forms of the traditionally Arab dish (some will enjoy this more, others will not) but the juices are freshly squeezed and the milkshakes fantastic.

For travellers on a limited budget, this is a great place for excellent-quality pizza. The ingredients used are fresh, and the end result is delightful! Cuisine: Fast food Address: Madinat Sultan Qaboos Phone: 24603400