The Top Restaurants in Salalah, Oman

Meat and Vegetables
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Gehad Medhat

Enjoying Salalah‘s natural mind-blowing beauty and its architectural wonders is never complete without tasting its authentic mouthwatering food. We’ve put together guide to the top restaurants in Salalah, the beautiful gem of southern Oman, for a charming visit.

1. Mekong Restaurant

Restaurant, Asian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese

Vegetarian Spring Rolls
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Mekong Restaurant is a mouthwatering heaven for all Asian-food lovers. The restaurant, which is located near the Sea of Oman in Al Baleed Resort in southern Dhofar, offers a wide variety of dishes from Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. In a unique fancy seating and with the friendliness and high-quality service of the staff, all visitors enjoy a wonderful fine-dining experience.

2. Sakalan Restaurant

Restaurant, Middle Eastern, Asian, Indian, European, Halal

Middle Eastern Food
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Sakalan Restaurant is another elegant establishment located in Al Baleed Resort on the southern coast of Salalah. The name of the restaurant, Sakalan, means the Land of Frankincense, which represents the Omani style and flavor in the restaurant’s design and food. It offers a wide range of dishes and cuisines from all around the world, in an amazing setting with views of the crystal water of the pool.

3. Silk Road Restaurant

Restaurant, Sushi, Asian, Japanese

Sushi
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Silk Road Restaurant is an elegant place where guests enjoy tasty dishes that combine both Japanese food and Asian cuisine. The restaurant offers a high-quality service, friendly staff and nice seating, plus various options for vegetarians.

5. Sheba's Steak House

Restaurant, Steakhouse

Ostrich Steak
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Sheba’s Steak House is one of the top restaurants that serves premium steak in Salalah. The wide variety of steak dishes at the restaurant are offered with a charming view of the Hilton’s stunning garden and the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean.

6. Al Jood Restaurant

Restaurant, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Lebanese

Lebanese Food
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Coming all the way from Lebanon, Al Jood restaurant offers a unique variety of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. Serving the famous Lebanese kebab and shawarma dishes, the restaurant is admired for its high-quality food and service as well as its friendly staff.

7. Dolphin Beach Restaurant

Restaurant, Italian, Steakhouse, Dessert

Fettuccine con pesto
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Dolphin Beach Restaurant is one of the most elegant restaurants in the Crowne Plaza Resort. It offers a marvelous view over its white sandy beach and the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean. There are special Arabian tents for families to enjoy a wide range of Italian and Lebanese cuisines.

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