Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Bahrain, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Going Out
Often overlooked, Bahrain is actually buzzing with an incredibly unique vibrant social scene that – better than some GCC countries – mixes local and expat communities. It’s one of the few... read more
Eating Out
You would have never guessed it (well, maybe you would), but this place is a gastronomic delight. Have a hankering for it and you are bound to find a restaurant or cafe to cater to your... read more
Delivery & Takeaways
If you’re staying for a while expect a lot of invites to people’s homes for dinner, and when the weather holds up it’s all about the barbeque. Even though dining out is big, dining in is... read more
Hygiene
Technically speaking all hotels, restaurants, bars and clubs in Bahrain are subject to stringent rules and regulations from the Ministry of Health. Quarterly inspections do take place but... read more
Tax & Service Charges
Eating out comes at a price; a government levy of 5% is added to your bill. Some establishments hide this cost in the prices on the menu but others, in particular large hotels, will add... read more
Tipping
Most restaurants add a 15% service charge to your bill. Of course this amount should go to the waiter or waitress who has served you, however if you pay by credit card, it often ends up... read more
Restaurant Listing Structure
With an ever-increasing range of venues for eating out in Bahrain, the Bahrain Explorer lists only the best selection of restaurants in each category, highlighting those that are... read more
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Vegetarian Food
Vegetarians are well looked after in Bahrain, since the local cuisine offers a rich variety of non-meat mezzes and every restaurant will have a few dishes that are strictly vegetarian on... read more
Street Food
Shawarma is a popular local snack consisting of rolled pita bread filled with lamb or chicken carved from a rotating spit, and a bit of salad to boot. You’ll see countless roadside... read more
Latest Reviews
La Cave
This place combines a little bit of everything: succulent steak cooked to perfection, the freshest salads,...
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La Fontaine
A truly romantic step back in time, La Fontaine is a rambling old Bahraini villa whose counterparts have...
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Reader Reviews
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