Tag: Dammam
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Outstanding Hyderabadi Biryanis at ‘Rummaan Restaurant’ – Dammam Seiko
A well known and famous Hyderabadi staple is their legendary ‘Hyderabadi Biryani’ and there is no shortage of Hyderabadi Restaurants in Dammam & Khobar that purport to serve the best of Hyderabad. There is no way around this than visiting these restaurants to try it out for myself. Out of all the restaurants that I…
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Top Grills at ‘Al Deira Grills Restaurant’ – Tarout Island, Qatif
I consider this restaurant in Tarout to be a top contender for the best finds of 2022 and I have to thank Fadi Al Ghamdy for recommending this outstanding grill shop. ‘Al Deira Grills Restaurant’ in the heart of Tarout Island sells their fares by the skewer and with prices starting at SR. 4 per…
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A ‘Hole in the Wall’ Grill Shop in Dammam – ‘Tikka O Reyash’
It was a message from @bedouinfoodie that brought my attention to a restaurant in Dammam called @tikka_o_reyash. This was my second attempt at visiting this place since they weren’t open the last time I tried. Located right next to Prince Abdulmohsin Bin Jalawi Park, this tiny eatery does not have a separate dine in section…
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Reviewing the new Breakfast Menu at ‘Thermo Steakhouse’ – Al Khobar
I decided to check out ‘Thermo Steakhouse’ to review their new Breakfast menu so the missus and I set off early on Friday morning to give it a go. There wasn’t much of a crowd so we had the place to ourselves and got down to the serious business of menu tasting. We were served,…
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Pakistani Food in Dammam Seiko – ‘Al Waqas Restaurant’
In my quest to find some of Eastern Province’s most underrated restaurants, my colleagues have delivered yet again and this time it’s a Pakistani restaurant close to Dammam Seiko area. I was told I should visit ‘Al Waqas Restaurant’ and try their special ‘Tawa Keema’ which is exactly what we did on Thursday afternoon with…
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Stunning Sea View Breakfast at Khobar Corniche – ‘Oriya’
Oriya has been on my list of restaurants to visit for the longest time and there is a reason why this place is quite popular with the younger generation. With views of the sea and distant Bahrain, dining at this lovely restaurant in Khobar is an experience worth exploring. Located in ‘Crystal Hall’ on south…
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Enjoying Nepali Momo’s in Khobar – ‘Spice Taste Restaurant’
It was thanks to a review by @sharqiatales and @ksafoodntravel that I decided to check out ‘Spice Taste Restaurant’ in the heart of Subeika, a few meters away from Shifa clinic to try their ‘Momo’s’. It’s quite easy to miss this spot and it would be a better idea to park a little away and…
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Kerala and Indian Cuisine in Dammam – ‘Royal Malabar Restaurant’
It was thanks to @shareeka23 cravings for homemade food that we decided to visit ‘Royal Malabar” (@royalmalabar.sa) for dinner. This was my first visit and had been on my list of restaurants to visit for quite some time. The place was absolutely empty when we got there around 6pm and we took the opportunity to…
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Celebrating ‘Pahiyas Festival’ with Pancit HabHab and the Embassy of the Philippines, Riyadh
This is ‘Pancit HabHab’, a speciality noodle dish prepared using dried flour noodles and native to Quezon province of the Philippines. Why did I prepare this you might ask….? As part of ‘Pahiyas Festival’, a thanksgiving celebration for bountiful harvest celebrated in the Philippines every year, I was contacted by the Philippines Embassy in Riyadh…
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New York Style Pizzeria in Dammam & Khobar – ‘BRNX Pizza’
I came across @brnx_pizza on TikTok and what caught my attention was the sheer size of the pizzas in that video. With the weekend already in full swing, @amitajk @nickyphil and I decided to have dinner at ‘BRNX Pizza’. Styled to imitate a ‘New York Pizzeria’ (My only exposure to New York has been from…
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Dining at a Hyderabadi Restaurant in Dammam Seiko – ‘Shalimar Restaurant’
I have lost count on the number of recommendations I have received from friends and followers to try ‘Shalimar Restaurant’ in Dammam and it finally happened yesterday when my colleagues and I decided to go out for lunch to their branch in Dammam Seiko. I expected a crowd but I guess we were right on…
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A Great Spot for Shawarma’s in Saihat, Qatif – ‘Alyaa Restaurant’
It was on @ixrck recommendation that I decided to try ‘Alyaa Restaurant’ @alia_rest in Saihat for dinner. The restaurant seems to be a popular spot for the residents in the area and I was told to try their ‘Mixed Shawarma Platter’ and something called ‘Fanshora’. The ‘Mixed Shawarma Platter’ offers the best of both worlds…
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The Best Madghout in Saudi Arabia? – ‘Madghout Tahamah’, Dammam
After months of waiting, I finally got to try out the famed Madghout at MT in Dammam with my friends. Located very close to Dammam Railway station, this restaurant is quite popular with the locals. We decided to order, 1. Camel Madgouth – SR. 602. Chicken Madghout – SR. 18 The ‘Camel Madgouth’ has to…
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Authentic Manglorean Seafood at ‘Machali Kingdom’ – Al Khobar
After being told about this place by numerous followers and friends, I finally decided to try out @machaliksa in Khobar for lunch along with @ancel_bernard. We got there when there wasn’t much of a crowd but by the time we were done with lunch and about to leave, there were quite a few people waiting…
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Mouthwatering Iraqi Grills in Dammam – ‘Ankawa Restaurant’
Scouting for a restaurant on the @entertainersa app might not always yield the best results but we struck gold with ‘Ankawa Restaurant’ @ankawa_rest in Dammam. This Iraqi restaurant is located right next to Chucky Cheese in Dammam corniche and we were in for a real treat. They have a large seating area and a section…
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Reviewing ‘Jamie’s Italian’ in Al-Nakheel Mall, Dammam
There are very few who wouldn’t know who @jamieoliver is and I can count myself a fan since ‘Jamie’s School Dinners’. It came as a huge surprise when I heard Jamie had launched an @jamiesitaliangcc outlet at Al Nakheel Mall in Dammam and we had the perfect excuse to visit them this weekend, Ancel’s Birthday. …
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All Day Palestinian Breakfast at ‘Dukkan & Tarweeqa’, Dammam
I can’t remember the last time I woke up early over the weekend for breakfast but that’s what happened the day we visited @dukkanwtarweeqa in Dammam. This all day breakfast place was suggested by my colleague Ibrahim Bsoul and I trust his taste in food. We decided to order by looking at the pictures on…
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Reviewing ‘The Chicken Bar’ in Ar Rakah, Khobar
This newly opened spot in the heart of Rakah is known for all things chicken which is very obvious from the name, ‘The Chicken Bar’. My reason to visit was influenced by @shareeka23 and we decided it was a good time to try it out. The restaurant has a lot of space but very few…
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Italian Style Pizza’s in Dhahran from ‘8 Portions Pizza’
I have only heard of good things about @8portionspizza and although they’ve been operating for a few years, this was to be my first visit. Located in the Al Qusur district of Dhahran, this pizza joint has a very unique menu that had my attention from the get go. The interiors are a little gloomy…
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Dining at ‘Bistro Lounge’ – Al Khobar
The last time I visited @bistrolounge I wasn’t allowed entry because they didn’t allow single’s but now I got FAMILY. Armed with the @entertainersa app that allows for a ‘Buy 1 Get 1’ on the main course and 25% off the bill for the rest of the menu, we decided it was a good time…
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‘Restaurant JAKARTA’ – Indonesian Street Eatery in Dammam
Located in Jalawiyah, this tiny hole in the wall restaurant serving Indonesian food is easy to miss. ‘Restaurant Jakarta’ serves pre prepared items and closely resembles Indonesian Street food that you come across on TV. I was introduced to this place by @ancel_bernard who has been visiting this place for quite some time. We ordered,1.…
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Reviewing ‘The Great Wall’ Chinese Restaurant – Khobar / Jubail / Rastanura
The ‘Great Wall’ @greatwall.sa is a Chinese restaurant with branches in Rastanura and Jubail and thanks to Hala from @sharqiatales, I was invited to review their new branch. The restaurant has gone all out with the interiors and it really stands out. It is spacious with a dining area upstairs to accommodate larger crowds. Hala…
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Reviewing ‘The Cheesecake Factory’ New Menu – Ajdan Walk, Khobar
There are two reasons why I visit @thecheesecakefactoryme. The first being, to indulge in my all time favourite cheesecake, the ‘Mango Key Lime’. The other reason is to experience their one of a kind menu, though on the pricier side but offers absolute value for money. I was ecstatic when the ‘Cheesecake Factory’ sent me…
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Middle Eastern to South Asian at ‘Taya Restaurant’ – Al Khobar & Jubail
Visiting ‘Taya Restaurant’ @altaya_ksa for lunch on a working day was a moment of spontaneity. We were the 1st visitors for the day and since they only open at 12pm, you will have to wait for prayer time to end before they open for service. We didn’t waste time with the menu and you shouldn’t…
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Reviewing Farmed ‘Red Sea Barramundi’ – “National Agriculture Group – NAQUA”
Commercially farmed fish has seen tremendous growth over the last few years thanks to growing demand for fish and fish protein. This concept is not alien to Saudi Arabia with the ‘National Aquaculture Group’ or NAQUA being at the forefront of pisciculture in the kingdom.They also happen to be one among the largest aquaculture operations…
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Everything Chicken at ‘HEN’ – Khobar
Calling all ‘CHICKEN’ obsessed foodies in the Khobar / Dammam area, say Hello to @hen.ksa. It is hard to miss this restaurant when you are on Pepsi road thanks to the loud yellow signage. I have been getting quite a few messages to try this place out so that’s exactly what I did. I have…
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Soft Serve Icecream at ‘Branch Soft Serve’ – Dammam
Ordering an ice cream at ‘Branch Soft Serve‘ is not an easy task. The menu is in Arabic and the staff couldn’t explain the menu to us either. It would be great if they considered putting up an English menu but at the end of the day, the staff improvised and gave us samples to…
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Kerala Restaurant in Thoqbah – ‘Welcome Family Restaurant’
With barely a few good ‘Family Friendly’ Kerala restaurant in Thoqbah, the opening of ‘Welcome Family Restaurant’ is quite welcome and necessary. Serving everything from the usual Porotta and beef to their special ‘Kappa Biriyani, we enjoyed our dine-in experience at this very new restaurant. There is not much of an ambience but the restaurant…
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Traditional Gulf & Saudi Cuisine at ‘Oah Yamal’ – Khobar
‘Oah Yamal Restaurant’ (@oahyamal) is a classic style restaurant like no other, focusing on cuisines from the different regions of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. From the western region of Hejaz to the eastern province, their carefully curated menu is a great way to experience Saudi food. The inclusion of dishes originating from the gulf makes this restaurant a…
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Pocket Friendly Pakistani Food at ‘Modon Alam Restaurant’ – Truck Hotel, Dammam
The best of food is sometimes found in places least expected and the ‘Modon Alam Restaurant’ locally called the ‘Truck Hotel’ is one of those joints. Located in Khalidiyyah Al Shamaliyah surrounded by warehouses and truck traffic is this gem of a restaurant. I am surprised that I never got to know about this restaurant…
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Spicier than average Spicy Broasted at ‘Broast Al Tazaj’, Dammam
As much as it saddens me to say this, I think I have finally experienced a better broasted than Kufa. Yes, I said it and @broasttazaj has gotten it right on most fronts. It was thanks to @joys10dz that I got to try this lovely broasted a few weeks ago and all credit got to…
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Shrimp, Crabs, Lobster and Everything Seafood at ‘Shrimp Nation’ – Dammam & Khobar
Over the last 2-3 years there has been a surge of restaurants opening up that serve up ‘Seafood Boil’. Seafood like Shrimp, Crab and Lobster are cooked in large oven bags packed with a spicy rub mix and leftover veggies, in this case ‘Corn’ and left to stew. From Shrimp Anatomy to Shrimpail and Pound…
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‘The Cuts’ in Dammam – A Full Course Meal
It has been long since I last visited @thecuts_ksa and we found the perfect excuse to change that. It was @foodingmyselfaround birthday and he invited us to dinner where I offered to use my @entertainersa app to avail the ‘Main Course’ deal. We were joined by @joys10dz and @elmaaug and you know what they say,…
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Every Recipe has a Story at ‘The Pantry’ – Al Khobar
I have had @pantryksa on my list of restaurants to visit and today felt like the right day, considering it’s been two years since @shareeka23 and I got married. With that in mind, we headed there for lunch. Parking is a bit hard to find with a cafe right next door which is also quite…
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Indian / Pakistani Food at ‘Golden Spoon Restaurant’ – Dammam
The last time I ate at Golden Spoon was around 2014, so there isn’t much I remember about the food. Along with @foodingmyselfaround, @theovenaffairs, @joys10dz and lil Emira we decided to sit in the singles section since there was nothing stopping us from doing so. The menu is quite extensive and ranges from Indian, Pakistani…
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Getting Messy at ‘Pound of Prawns’ – Al Khobar
Everything here starts with a pound, be it Prawns, Crab, Lobster or Mussel and it is recommended you visit with a group of friends. It has only been a few months since this place opened up in Khobar and has been highly rated and reviewed by locals on @googlemaps. We hit the joint over the…
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‘Christmas at the D’Souza’s’ – Tis the Season to Be Jolly
It had been years since I last celebrated Christmas in Saudi Arabia. Christmas was usually spent in Bahrain, feasting on Christmas lunch and beer. This year was different and I was tied down with work to even consider driving over the causeway. All that changed when I was invited over for Christmas Dinner at the…
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Homemade Seafood Mandi from ‘Alomda Kitchen’, Safwa
How would you like to try a one of a kind Mandi, that is made to order, home cooked by the people at @alomda.kitchen? Known for their seafood Mandi’s, this plate can serve unto 6 people and will only set you back SR. 190 depending on the size and weight of the fish. @alomda.kitchen is…
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Farm to Wok at the new ‘PFChangs’, Ajdan Walk – Khobar
‘PFChangs’ in Al Khobar was a long time coming and they finally opened up to the public along with the @thecheesecakefactoryme @ksanandos and a host of other restaurants in the new Ajdan Walk in Khobar corniche. It also happened to be the day that I finally met up with fellow food blogger @foodingmyselfaround for dinner.…
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Dining in at ‘Tokuzo’ Japanese Restaurant – Dhahran
I was recently invited by @mytokuzo in Dhahran to try out their menu and I happily accepted considering there are very few Japanese restaurants that I know of in the Sharqiya. Located on Gulf Palace road, I was surprised I hadn’t noticed this place before. We got there just before prayer time and settled in…
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Eating Healthy at “Melenzane KSA” – Al Khobar
My last visit to Melenzane (@melenzaneksa) was almost a year and a half ago and I had left satisfied. This time was no different and my review clearly explains the items I chose for Lunch. The menu has changed since the last visit to include a few new items to please the health conscious foodie.…
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Street Side Food at “Bab Al Murad” Traditional Restaurant – Saihat
Saihat is located off Jubail road before the city of Qatif in the Eastern Province and thanks to my good friend, Amir Viqar and his history of great recommendations we headed to “Bab Al Murad” for dinner. Located at an intersection and taking over much of the sidewalk, this place was swarmed with people. It’s always…
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Chinese Comfort Food at “David’s Stir Fry Crazy” in Adliya & Riffa, Bahrain
I’ve heard only good things about “David’s Stir Fry Crazy”, but I never had the opportunity to visit this much talked about joint in Adliya, Bahrain. Thanks to @shergeorge, my local food guide, I finally had the opportunity to grab dinner here. A marvellous atmosphere, well lit but not too bright and very friendly staff,…
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“Brisket” – BBQ Ribs, Al Khobar
Located in the Ulaya district of Khobar, @brisket_sa is one of the many joints that opened up over the last year. Serving up American style BBQ, they have a very simple menu with some burgers, brisket and Ribs. The waiter who took my order wasn’t the friendliest and looked least interested in being there. I…
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The ‘Cheesecake Factory’ at The Avenues – Bahrain
Don’t let the name fool you. “The Cheesecake Factory” is well known for its food and what its named after (Cheesecake). It can get really crowded over the weekends so it would be best if you made it an hour before lunchtime. The “Chicken Madeira & Steak Diane” (BD 12.350) from their Factory Combinations menu…
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“Black Gold Burger” at The Cuts Urban Kitchen – Khobar
I had decided what my “cheat meal” was going to be this weekend, so I drove down to @thecuts_ksa to try out their #BlackGold menu. I had already decided on the “Black Gold Burger” (SR.60) well before I got there. Made with #Wagyu beef and topped with fried jalapeños, American cheese & fried mozzarella, matchstick…
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“Fresh & Fit” Juice & Cafe – Al Khobar
I was invited to try out “Fresh & Fit” (@freshandfitjuiceandcafe), the latest in a series of healthy food outlets that have been opening up in the #Sharqiya. This one is located right opposite Body Masters Gym near Subeika and they also have fast food too. I went ahead a few of their signature menu items…
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Dinner at ‘True Food Experts’ (@t.fex.sa) – Dammam
It had been a while since I last caught up with my mate’s @amitajk & @nickyphil. By the time we met, I was absolutely starved so Amit recommended we try out this recently opened food joint called “True Food Experts” (@t.fex.sa). I had never heard of the place before so we headed straight to the…
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Philly Cheese Steak from ‘Streat’ Food Truck – Khobar
I don’t think anyone had seen Food Trucks here in Saudi until a few years ago. The trend has since taken off and is doing well in the Sharqiya with numerous food trucks selling everything from Coffee to Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches. Yes, you heard that right and this is not just a one-off. My last…
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Where to go for “Burgers” in the Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
Burgers were an alien concept to Saudi Arabia, but that changed dramatically with the emergence of fast food joints in the Kingdom. Beginning in the late 80’s, early 90’s to the Burger craze that the citizens of the kingdom are currently experiencing, it has become a household favourite with both kids and adult equally cherishing…
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