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5 Bucket List Spots For Fine Dining Indian Cuisine

indian food spots in bahrain

You can’t put a price on authentic Indian food. As long as the ingredients are fresh and are cooked the right way, Indian food can taste amazing whether it’s made by your grandma or brought home from a popular local restaurant.

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But through innovation and technique elevation, the cuisine can be taken to an impressive level that makes for an unforgettable experience. Eating high-quality products prepared by specialized chefs under a rich hospitable ambiance is something that you should indulge in every once in a while. That’s why we made you a list of the finest restaurants in the Indian cuisine game in Bahrain.
Also check out Best Indian Restaurants and Best Vegetarian Indian Restaurants.

RASOI BY VINEET

This 5-star fine-dining Indian restaurant in the Gulf Hotel is the first in Bahrain to be run by a 3 time Michelin star Chef, Vineet Bhatia. Expect a luxurious one-of-a-kind experience, where every plate served to you looks like a work of art and the taste is just phenomenal. The ‘Master of Modern Cooking’ Chef Vineet curates innovative Michelin style dishes that highlight South Indian Cuisine. Try the unforgettable Kashmiri Lamb Shank, let your taste buds scream with the Rasoi Platter, and order the Samosa Chat which is so beautifully presented you’ll need a minute to appreciate it visually before you dig in. Go on a special occasion or impress your colleagues at your next business meeting by dining out at Rasoi. Open daily from 12 pm – 3 pm and 7 pm – 11 pm

NIRVANA

One of the best fine-dining Indian cuisines on the island is Nirvana at the Ritz-Carlton. With elegant and traditional decor, and the intimate ambiance is fitting for a royal dining experience. They definitely know the right way to flavor their dishes and create delightful presentations. A simple menu with a deep focus on quality, try the Kashmiri Rogan Josh, Murgi Makhanwali and the Erha Kari. Very satisfying meals and service is very professional and wonderful. You will have an amazing experience here and keep in mind prices are moderately high but fitting for the fine-dining range. On weekdays they offer thali-style lunch and dinner.
Open daily from 12 pm – 3 pm and 7 pm – 11:30 pm.

ASHA’S

Opened by popular Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle, this award-winning chain restaurant has expanded into Bahrain in 2008, combines modern contemporary decors with authentic North-West Indian cuisine. The food is absolutely amazing and flavourful. Try the Lamb Bharta, Chingri Malai Curry or the Chicken Berry Biryani for a traditional dish and they also have an extensive Vegetarian and Vegan list. Located at City Centre and the Avenues and open daily 10 am – 10 pm and available on Talabat for delivery.

MEWAR

Dine here if you like the finer things in life. One of the few Indian restaurants in the region that specialize in traditional gourmet recipes. Highly recommended for the rich tastes, beautiful presentations, and the quality is fit for royalty, which is where they draw influence from for its Rajasthani style. Try the Balti Gosht, Murgh Makhani Butter Chicken, and the Rajwadi Dal Tadka. Dine like a king or queen in the lavish and elegant setting and you will not be disappointed.
Located right at Galleria Mall it’s open daily from 12 pm – 1 am and available through Talabat.

MOTI MAHAL

Satisfy your Indian food cravings here where the portions are huge and the meals are very heavenly with the perfect ratio of spice and flavor. Moti Mahal put their name on the map in 1920 and now carry branches in UAE, U.K, India, and Bahrain. The fine-dining restaurant knows how to produce high-quality dishes that don’t disappoint. Get the Vegetarian Kabab Platter which meat lovers will also enjoy, for seafood lovers try the Goan Jheenga Curry, the popular Murg Makhani a traditional butter chicken.
Open daily from 12 pm – 12 am in Shabab Avenue (American Alley) in Juffair, across from McDonald’s.

Which ones have you tried?