Top 5 Restaurants in Madinah

Monday, 01 August 2011

One day you fancy a five star luxurious candle light dinner, the next you prefer kicking back in your hotel room with a pizza. But where to go for dinner during your holiday in Madinah? This small restaurant guide will reveal our top 5 personal favorites in the city of the Holy Mosque of the Prophet.

Let's start with an insider's tip, apart from the upcoming restaurant top 5: The shwarmas sold on the street are an absolute must. If you are having a break or just some spare time, definitely visit one of the many popular food stalls. Ask our Front Desk to direct you to the best one. They will be happy to give you their personal recommendations.

1. Al Tazaj Restaurant

Going out for a quick bite? Al Tazaj is Saudi Arabia's largest BBQ Chicken restaurant chain. Fresh from the farm this is where chicken tastes best. It is marinated using natural ingredients and the BBQ chicken is to die for. They have three outlets in Madinah which are located in the Taiba Commercial Center, Qurban Street and Sultana Street.

2. Pizza Hut / Pizza Inn

Also the American fast food chains have found their way to the Middle East. You can find Pizza Hut in Sultana Street and Al Hazim Road. You'd rather try the Arabian version? Pizza Inn is what we would recommend. Just call down to reception and let them order your personal favorite. They will deliver directly to your room so you can sit back, relax and finish a puzzle. 

3. Beyruti Restaurant

For the number 3, you better be ready for some more exquisite dishes. Did you ever try Lebanese for example? We love Beyruti Restaurant, the staff is friendly and the food is very tasty. Our favorite dish is the Mixed Salad with Hummus next to a full plate of Kebab. Don't forget to try their natural juices!

4. Shing Yang Restaurant

Also the Far East is perfectly represented in this top 5 best restaurants in Madinah. Shing Yang Restaurant is the best Chinese Restaurant in town. It has that perfect relaxing vibe of the Far East. Ask the chef to go easy on the spices, because at Shing Yang Restaurant they like it HOT! Recommended dishes are the chicken in cashew nut sauce and Prawn Fried Rice. Yum!

5. Al Marwa Restaurant

Looking for some romance? Trying to close that special business deal? Only one restaurant stands out of course: the Al Marwa Restaurant located in our very own Dar Al Taqwa Hotel. In this number 1 restaurant in Madinah professional chefs are preparing delicious meals in a luxurious atmosphere. A mix of international and Arabian cuisine in combination with the magnificent view will make the picture perfect.

After any great dining experience hop over the Zam Zam Tea Lounge for a delicious dessert. Make your choice from our many hot teas and relax. That's why you came here for. Or is it the Holy Mosque of the Prophet? You can see it while having dinner if you want. Whether that's in Al Marwa Restaurant or pizza in room 503.

The Signature Dar al Taqwa Hotel is ready to make every meal unforgettable.

For more information on our luxurious hotel in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, click here: Dar Al Taqwa Hotel Madinah

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