From Michelin-starred fine dining to authentic street food — discover Bahrain's best Indian restaurants, biryani spots, and curry houses.
Last updated: 2026-02-24
Rasoi by Vineet, Silk's, Saffron
Tandoori Hut, Copper Chimney, India Palace
Zafran, Copper Chimney, Charcoal Grill
Zafran, India Palace, Copper Chimney
Complete guide with prices, specialties, and recommendations.
Gulf Hotel, Adliya • Fine Dining
Modern Indian
Michelin-starred Chef Vineet Bhatia's signature restaurant offering innovative modern Indian cuisine in an elegant setting. Bahrain's premier Indian fine dining.
Must Try: Chef's tasting menu, Lamb seekh kebab, Dessert selection
Atmosphere: Elegant fine dining with modern décor
Hours: Daily 7PM-11PM
Reservations: Essential, especially weekends
Best for: Special occasions, business dinners, foodies
Ritz-Carlton, Seef • Fine Dining
North Indian
Sophisticated North Indian restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton with live cooking stations and refined atmosphere. Excellent tandoor dishes.
Must Try: Tandoori platter, Lamb biryani, Gulab jamun
Atmosphere: Elegant hotel dining, open kitchen
Hours: Daily 12PM-3PM, 7PM-11PM
Reservations: Recommended
Best for: Celebrations, romantic dinners, hotel guests
The Ritz-Carlton, Seef • Pan-Asian/Indian
Indian & Thai
Popular for Indian dishes in a beautiful setting with outdoor terrrace. Great for casual fine dining.
Must Try: Signature curries, Grilled seafood
Atmosphere: Relaxed elegance, outdoor seating
Hours: Daily 12PM-11PM
Reservations: Recommended for dinner
Best for: Mixed groups, casual celebrations
Seef District • Casual Fine Dining
North Indian
Popular upscale Indian restaurant known for consistent quality, generous portions, and authentic North Indian flavors.
Must Try: Butter chicken, Hyderabadi biryani, Garlic naan
Atmosphere: Contemporary Indian, comfortable
Hours: Daily 12PM-12AM
Reservations: Recommended for weekends
Best for: Family dinners, groups, regular visits
Adliya • Casual Dining
North Indian
Long-established Indian restaurant known for reliable, flavorful dishes and family-friendly atmosphere.
Must Try: Chicken tikka, Dal tadka, Paneer butter masala
Atmosphere: Traditional Indian, family-friendly
Hours: Daily 12PM-11:30PM
Reservations: Not usually required
Best for: Families, casual dining, groups
Al Areen Palace • Fine Dining
Modern Indian
Celebrity chef Atul Kochhar's restaurant offering refined Indian cuisine in a luxurious resort setting.
Must Try: Seasonal tasting menu, Seafood specialties
Atmosphere: Luxury resort dining
Hours: Dinner only, Thu-Sat (check schedules)
Reservations: Essential
Best for: Special occasions, resort guests
Juffair • Casual Dining
North Indian/Pakistani
Popular spot for grilled meats and authentic subcontinental flavors. Great value and generous portions.
Must Try: Mixed grill platter, Karahi, Seekh kebab
Atmosphere: Casual, lively
Hours: Daily 12PM-12AM
Reservations: Not required
Best for: Meat lovers, budget dining, late night
Gudaibiya • Budget
North Indian
No-frills authentic Indian food at excellent prices. Local favorite for delicious, affordable meals.
Must Try: Tandoori chicken, Biryani, Fresh roti
Atmosphere: Simple, authentic
Hours: Daily 11AM-11PM
Reservations: Not required
Best for: Budget meals, authentic flavors, takeaway
Multiple locations • Casual Dining
North Indian
Popular chain with consistent quality across multiple branches. Reliable choice for Indian food.
Must Try: Thali meals, Biryani, Paneer tikka
Atmosphere: Comfortable, family-friendly
Hours: Daily 11AM-11PM
Reservations: Not usually required
Best for: Families, consistent quality, convenience
Various locations • Casual Dining
North Indian
Legendary Delhi-origin restaurant known for inventing butter chicken. Multiple branches across Bahrain.
Must Try: Butter chicken, Dal makhani, Rumali roti
Atmosphere: Traditional Indian
Hours: Daily 11AM-11PM
Reservations: Not usually required
Best for: Butter chicken lovers, history buffs, families
Creamy tomato-based curry with tandoori chicken
Best at: Moti Mahal, Zafran
Fragrant rice with meat/vegetables and spices
Best at: Zafran, Copper Chimney
Marinated chicken cooked in clay oven
Best at: Tandoori Hut, Silk's
Creamy black lentils slow-cooked overnight
Best at: Moti Mahal, Silk's
Grilled cottage cheese with spices
Best at: Zafran, India Palace
Various grilled meat preparations
Best at: Charcoal Grill, Rasoi
Fine dining (Rasoi, Silk's) requires booking. Casual spots are usually walk-in friendly.
Ask for spice level preference. "Medium" at Indian restaurants is usually quite spicy.
Indian cuisine has excellent vegetarian dishes. Most restaurants have extensive veg menus.
Indian food is designed for sharing. Order variety and share dishes family-style.
Discover other great dining options in Bahrain.
For fine dining, Rasoi by Vineet at Gulf Hotel is widely considered the best. For excellent food at better value, Zafran in Seef is a top choice.
Most Indian restaurants have extensive vegetarian menus. Zafran, India Palace, and Copper Chimney are particularly good for vegetarian options.
Zafran's Hyderabadi biryani is highly rated. Copper Chimney and Charcoal Grill also serve excellent biryani at better prices.
Yes! Tandoori Hut in Gudaibiya offers authentic Indian food from BD 3-8. Charcoal Grill and India Palace are also affordable options.