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Mark your dates for the coming festive season at ART Rotana, where we have pulled out all the stops to bring you a full month of joy and cheer.

With the best in traditional festivities and choice menus full of familiar festive flavours, you can rest assured of a fabulous Christmas and New Year Celebration like no other. please contact us via email at fb.art@rotana.com or call 16000111.

P.O. Box: 50949, Amwaj Islands, Bahrain. T: +973 16000111, art.hotel@rotana.com

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December 2017 offers Rauchi (Ramee Rose Hotel) Curry Tree Amwaj It’s Mirchi (Ramee International) ...and more!

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Our favourite picks from the many dining promotions in Bahrain.

Al Areen Palace and Spa

Elite Crystal Hotel

Enjoy Christmas eve with a mouth watering 5 course dinner featuring a range of gastronomical delicacies and live entertainment from 7:30pm to 11:00pm for just BD 18++ at Keizo.

This Chrismtas Day, celebrate by joining the Christmas Carnival Brunch at Saffron and Rimal with international delicacies

How about celebrating Christmas eve with some crazy Live entertainment and char grilled delicacies at Il Giardino from 8:00am to 12:00am for just BD 12++ per person. Celebrate Christmas Day with a lavish brunch at the Lotus with a multi cuisine buffet complete with unlimited house beverages and Live band from 12:30pm.

For more info and reservations, call Tel +973 1784 5000

For more info and reservations, call Tel +973 1736 0360

Intercontinental Regency Bahrain Celebrate Christmas eve at the Legendz Steakhouse for an unforgettable specially curated festival set menu consisting of 4 courses including a welcome drink of your choice from 6:00pm for BD 32++ with wine pairing or BD27++ including beverages.

Gastro

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Gastro is offering 3 yuletide options for your dinner. From the traditions of the Vigilia di Natale in Italy at our La Pergola Italian restaurant, to the panoramic view of the Juffair Skyline at Fusions restaurant to the lavish buffet in Al Waha.

For more info and reservations, call Tel. +973 17 713 000

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Enjoy a Christmas eve buffet at the Bahrain Bay Kitchen from 7:0pm to 12:00am for just B 35++ with soft beverages and BD 45++ for the full beverage package. Indulge in an elaborate Christmas Day brunch at CUT by Wolfgang Puck featuring festive dishes such as mince meat pies, Yorkshire puddings and croquettes. Only for BD 24++ including soft drinks and 34++ including alcoholic beverages from 12:300pm to 3:30pm.

For more info and reservations, call Tel. + 973 1711 5001

Downtown Rotana and greet with Santa, mulled wine and delicious delights at the Hotel Lobby on 9th December from 6:00pm.

For more info and reservations, call +973 17 63 63 63

For more info and reservations, call Tel. +973 16 000 000

Celebrate Christmas with your loved ones with a lavish buffet at Flavours with brunch from 12:00pm to 4:00pm and dinner at 6:30pm to 11:00pm complete with live entertainment and many other surprises for BD 16++ Including soft drinks and juices and free pool access.

The Gulf Hotel Bahrain

For more info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1311 9999

including a chocolate yule log, turkey carving and much more all priced at BD36 ++/BD 27++/ BD 19++ at the Le Sauvage Restaurant, from 12:00pm to 4:00 pm.

The Domain Hotel Bahrain Enjoy a Christmas themed Brunch on 22nd December with a festive feast

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Fine Dining & Fine Partying

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ocated in the heart of Juffair, Ramee Rose Hotel is very close to the US Navy Base and as such enjoys a teeming party crowd. It boasts of many themed outlets that inspire people to be adventurous and have fun. This month we take a look at Rauchi and Club XS: two of its more popular outlets

Rauchi: A Twist on Fusion Cuisine Bahrain 101 sat down with Newton Simon, Food & Beverage Manager of Ramee Rose to talk about their hottest and most popular offerings.

Asian Fusion restaurants are very popular right now. What sets Rauchi apart from the rest?

Rauchi serves an exciting mix of Chinese, Thai, and Mongolian cuisine. Although Far Eastern in essence, Rauchi’s take on these delicacies are modern and will delight the contemporary palate.

What are your house/chef specialties?

Surrender to Passion Club XS is the party place guaranteed to perk you up and leave you in the best of party spirits.

The highlights of our menu include Wok-tossed Squid rings, salt and pepper prawns, in addition to standout main courses like the Stir-Fried Crispy Duck and the Singapore Laksa. We also have the classic standbys like Lemon Grass Chicken, Roast Lamb with Ginger Garlic Sauce and Butter Garlic Prawns for those who like more continental flavors.

Since its launch in 2015, CLUB XS has become one of the Juffair – Kingdom of Bahrain’s most Glamorous venues.

Offering expertly mixed drinks and premium beverages, XS features stunning lighting, a great DJ mix and a discerning crowd that knows how to party in style.

Can you tell us about your buffet and/or theme offerings?

If you love to party, this is the place to go.

We offer a lavish morning breakfast buffet which includes 18 dishes, a cold cut meat section, a cheese counter, and a lavish hot buffet with fresh baked delicacies. The best part is, it is only BD5.9 per person!

We also offer a lavish seafood brunch every Friday which includes soft drinks for BD5.9. If you wish to have select beverages, the price will go up to BD15. In addition, our Business lunch is at BD4 net and our Mongolian Dinner Buffet is at BD5 net.

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Bennigan’s

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s it is known, Bennigan’s has been a part of Bahrain since 2001 which has landed one of the finest and well-known restaurants in the country. After 16 years, Bennigan’s is proud to announce the opening of the new branch in Amwaj which will start up in Mid-November.

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of Thanks Giving and Christmas starts which will be events hosted

by Bennigan’s filled with promotions, offers and games to bring around holiday vibes and celebrate good times with family and friends.

People can take advantage from the fact that Bennigan’s can provide its food beverages and services at any time of the day and night starting from 6:00 am to 2:00 am. Bennigan’s also has the pleasure to be at your doorstep through delivery services

with the full menu which will especially benefit those staying in Amwaj’s residential areas as the new branch is situated there. It is also an opportunity for the residents in Amwaj to visit Bennigan’s at any point of time of the day without a hassle as they never have to leave their neighborhood for a good time.

For info and reservations, call Tel+973 1781 3750 marketing@bflc.com.bh

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MERRY HOLIDAYS

However you choose to celebrate, ART Rotana will make it special! performance by our band. Just before midnight, all guests are able to join the special countdown at the musical fountain for a toast. Afterwards, Flame’s guests are able to enjoy a complimentary entrance at Cellar 59’s NYE party.

Christmas Tree Lighting On the 3rd December at 4:30pm, start the long awaited festive season with a spectacular tree lighting ceremony.

Santa will bring joy & gifts for the little ones while the Choir and in house band perform the most festive songs and carols of the season. Delectable Christmas cookies, canapes and drinks to passed around during the event

Christmas Day

Celebrate this joyous occasion with your loved ones at our Christmas Day Brunch in Choices Terrace with an extraordinary setup of our glorious indoor garden to bring you happiness and bless. All the bells and whistles of a traditional festive feast along with many enticing live cooking stations will be offered. The in house band and Choir will perform the most popular songs and carols of the festive season while the kids enjoy their time with the exceptional area set for them with many games, activities and gifts from Santa. Enjoy from 12:30pm to 5pm for BD 27++/35++.

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at Rosso Restaurant. Bring your family and all your friends to enjoy all your favorite Christmas items along with some exceptional Italian dishes, live cooking stations and entertainment suited for an Italian festivity. The kids will have the time of their lives with the activities set especially for them. Indulge in the brunch from 12pm to 4:30pm for BD19++/29++.

New Year’s Eve

Ring the bell welcoming the New Year at Flames restaurant with a sophisticated New York touch from 7pm to 12:00am. Enjoy a customized four course set menu for BD35++ with a lavish take on New York specials with a distinctive

Is there any better way to enjoy the last evening of the year than to be with your family over heartwarming scrumptious Italian dishes? Rossos menu along with live entertainment is the perfect way to welcome the New Year. Rosso’s private terrace provides the best view to the musical fountain for the New Year Countdown. Enjoy from 7pm to 12am for BD19++/29++.

Savor an indulgent, lavish NYE spread to celebrate the night with your group while enjoying the idle evening of quality time, great talk and continuous laughter. Impressive decoration and unlimited drinks and dishes with great music, Enough is said. Dining guests are able to enjoy a complimentary entrance at Cellar 59’s NYE party. Experience this from 7pm to 12:30am for BD22++/35++.

For more information or reservations, please contact us via email at fb.art@ rotana.com or call 16000111.

Fine Dining & Partying at Ramee Rose

Exciting mix of Chinese, Thai, and Mongolian cuisine with a modern take to delight the contemporary palate.

If you love to party, this is the place to go.

Bldg No 1161, Block no 324, Road No 2420, Manama, Juffair-324 Email: gmrose.bh@rameehotels.com Tel. +973 1761 6167

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An Elite Brunch

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lite Resort & Spa’s Friday Family Lunch is a fun and relaxed brunch by the pool with a lavish international and oriental buffet. Think about different kinds of cheese, a station filled with freshly caught fish, live cooking stations for pastas, grills crepes, wide array of hot and cold mezzas and we haven’t even gotten to dessert yet! The elaborate spreads at Elite Resort & Spa’s Lunch take Bahrain lunches to a whole new level.

“ There is something for every taste” After indulging in the sumptuous oriental delicacies, muster up a whole new appetite because the dessert station will leave you wanting for more! Vibrant cakes, assorted French

pastries, along with lovely Arabic sweets will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Truly, like F&B Manager Hani Sadek said, “there is something for every taste”.

Guests have the option to settle down at the tables inside or have their lunch on the shaded outdoors terrace, looking out onto the stunning view of Muharraq Bay. With the cooler weather being on the side, the little ones will be entertained at the pool area set up with inflatable toys and fun activities.

The Family Friday Brunch is priced at BD10++ and is available from 12:30pm to 4:00pm.

The hours will fly by in a whirl of eats, treats and occasional dips at the pool – all while taking in the breathtaking view and lively tunes that set the tone of the afternoon.

For info and reservations, call Tel.+973 1731 3333

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More Curry please!

An authentic Indian restaurant tucked away in the heart of Amwaj, this hidden gem offers an authentic and rich experience with Indian cuisine.

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urry Tree is a first class Indian cuisine restaurant located in Amwaj. The origins of its name come from the curry tree, which is a tropical tree native to India and cultivated extensively for its aromatic leaves and ornamental value.

The bright and airy restaurant has a fantabulous view of the Amwaj Lagoon. There is plenty to choose from in the menu for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian eaters. Traditional classics like Chicken Tikka Masala (chicken tikka cooked in an aromatic gravy flavored with Indian spices) and Yellow Dal Tadka (yellow lentil tempered with traditional spices) are served alongside snacks/ appetizers like Hara Bhara Kabab (boiled vegetables and chopped spinach mashed in Indian spices and served with green chutney) and rice classics like Mutton Dum Biryani (boneless

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marinated mutton and basmati rice flavored with special herbs and served with Raita).

In terms of curries, Curry Tree has a varied menu of fish, mutton, vegetable and paneer so you can get your fill of traditional curries!

The prices are quite reasonable and for anyone who loves Indian food or is new to Indian cuisine is in for a fabulous treat.

Complimentary pappadoms and refreshing cucumber dips are a great way to start your meal. Do not forget to try the rejuvanating juice bar for fresh and healthy drinks.

For an absolutely refreshing, authentic, and colorful meal—you can’t go wrong with Curry Tree!

For more information: Tel: +973 1603 0661 curry.tree2010@gmail.com

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Hotels

- best on the island

5 Star hotelS Al Areen Palace & Spa Luxuryprivate villas and seclusion far from Manama.

Large, well equipped Spa. Close to F1 circuit, Tel: 1784 5000 alareenpalace.com ART Rotana Hotel & Resort Beach side property, Amwaj islands, Tel: 1600 0111 rotana.com/ARTRotanaBahrain Crowne Plaza Large business and conference venues and an array of restaurants, Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 1122 cp-bahrain.com

Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 1666, radissonblu.com

Tel: 1746 0000 moevenpickhotels.com/bahrain

Elite Resort & Spa Muharraq, Tel: 1731 3333 elitegroup4u.com

Downtown Rotana Manama, Tel: 1311 9999, rotana.com

Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa Close to major shopping centers. Seef, Tel: 1711 1999 rameegrandbahrain.com

K Hotel Juffair. Tel: 1736 0000

The Domain Bahrain Hotel & Spa Diplomatic area, Tel: 1600 0000 thedomainhotels.com

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Direct access to a private beach and lagoon, Seef, Tel: 1758 0000 ritzcarlton.com

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay A soaring architectural statement on its own exclusive island. Manama, Tel: 1711 5000 fourseasons.com/bahrain

Sheraton Bahrain Hotel Next to Bahrain World Trade Centre. Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 3533 sheraton.com

Golden Tulip Diplomatic area, Tel: 1753 5000, goldentulipbahrain.com

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Private beach. Located out of town, close to F1 circuit.

Zallaq, Tel: 1763 6363 sofitel.com

Ramada Bahrain Adliya, Manama, Tel: 1774 2000 ramadabahrain.com

The Grove Hotel Building 1722, Road 5715, Block 257 Amwaj Islands, Tel 1603 0303

Ramada City Centre Manama Seef, Tel: 1710 4000 ramadamanama-citycentre.com

The Westin Bahrain City Centre Directly connected to the mall, Seef, Tel: 1717 1000 westinbahraincitycentre.com

Ramada Hotel & Suites Amwaj Island - Relaxed holiday vibe, breathtaking views. Tel. 16000999 ramada-manama-amwaj.com

Gulf Hotel with major conference center and 9 first class restaurants, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3000 gulfhotelbahrain.com Intercontinental Regency Building No 130, Road 150, King Faisal Highway, Manama Tel: 1722 7777 icbahrain.com Le Meridien Bahrain City Centre Directly connected to City Centre Mall, Seef, Tel: 1717 1111 lemeridienbahraincitycentre.com Mövenpick Next to the airport,

Mercure Grand Seef Tel: 1758 4400 mercurebahrain.com Novotel Al Dana Resort Beachside property, Muharraq, Tel: 1729 8008 novotel.com Premier Juffair, Tel: 17 81 1811 infoatirampremierhotel.com Palace Boutique Hotel Adliya, Tel: 1772 5000 thepalace.com.bh

5 Star apartment hotelS

Ramee Rose Juffair. with popular Club XS attached, Tel: 1761 6167. rameehotelsbahrain.com

Fraser Suites Diplomatic Area Tel: 1616 1888, diplomaticareabahrain.frasershospitality.com

Swiss-Belhotel Seef, Bahrain Tel: 6631 0000 reservationsbse@swiss-belhotel.com swiss-belhotelseef.com

The Diplomat Residences Diplomatic Area, Tel: 17 531666, radissonblu.com/diplomathotel-bahrain

American Southern Style Family S Hotel Bahrain - Smart, corporate Restaurant & hotelLounge with great leisure and dining.

Marriott Exec. Aprts. Juffair Tel: 1736 3999 marriott.com

Tel. 17380380 s-hotelbahrain.com

Breakfast, Lunch4 Star & Dinner apartment hotelS

4 Star hotelS

Al Manzil Juffair, Tel: 1781 3366 almanzilhotelbh.com

Al Safir Juffair, Tel: 1782 7999 alsafirhotel.com

Elite Group - a choice of properties in Bahrain for long term guests, Tel: 1722 4000 elitegroup4u.com

Elite Crystal with the popular K360 nightclub downstairs. Juffair, Tel: 1722 4000

FOOTBALL - For organized games, 5-a-side, and kids training contact Bahrain Rugby Club Tel: 17 695 809 Dilmun Club Tel: 36 342 862 GOLF - Royal Golf Club Tel: 17 750 777 Awali Golf Club – 18 hole desert course. Tel: 17 756 770

Serving Real American Food in The Middle East since 1997

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HORSE RIDING - Dilmun Stables Tel: 17 693 766 We are located Shakhoora in Juffair...Come Stables see Tel:us!

17 591 103

Grand Mosque

- for those Gulffeeling Hotel energetic!

BOWLING - Bahrain Bowling Association Tel: 17 701 201 CRICKET - Bahrain Rugby Club Tel: 17 727 727

ICE SKATING - Funland Tel: 17 292 313

JETSKIS - Coral Bay Tel: 17 312 700 Al Jazira Supermarket KARATE - Bahrain Karate Centre Tel: 38 449 994

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KARTING - Tel: 13 101 310 NSA

KAyAKING - Bahrain Sailing Club Tel: 17 836 078

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Piano Teacher &

Listings Listings Professional Clubs

KITESuRFING - Skate Shack Tel: 17 697 176

- for networking, and fun.

MOTORSPORT - Test your car + driving skills on an F1 circuit + 4x4 off-road instruction.

Bahrain International Circuit.

Tel: 17 450 000 RuGBy - Bahrain Rugby Club Tel: 17 695 809 RuNNING - Bahrain Road Runners Tel: 36 876 876 SAILING - Bahrain Sailing Club Tel: 17 836 078 Bahrain Yacht Club Tel: 17 700 677 SCuBA DIVING - Awali Divers at Dilmun Club Tel: 17 690 926 Coral Bay Tel: 17 312 700 Scubamaster Tel: 17 292 154 SQuASH - Dilmun Club Tel: 3725 5772 TENNIS - Bahrain Tennis Club Tel: 17 729 5610 Dilmun Club Tel: 17 692 986 Country Club Tel: 17 593 593

Family Clubs

Dining

- for networking, and fun.

Bahrain Beachcombers – Friendly group that typically meets twice monthly to clean beaches. Check their Facebook page for details Bahrain Rugby Club - Family club with good sports facilities.

Tel: 17 695 809 British Club - Home away from home for the mostly British members.

Good sports facilities. Tel: 1772 8245 Country Club - Family club with good sports facilities. Tel: 17 593 593

TRIATHLON SWIM TRAINING Bahrain Rugby Club.

Tel: 17 695 809

Dilmun Club – Family club with good sports facilities.

Tel: 17 690 926

WATERSPORTS – Gypsea Watersports Tel: 7736 3677

Think Pink – Fighting breast cancer. Tel: 39 076 717 Indian Club Home away from home for Indian members. Good sports facilities. Tel: 1725 3157

aSIan American Chamber of Commerce – Monthly lunch meetings and other professional networking events. Tel: 17 522 777 Australian Association – Social and professional networking events. gaylehumphreys@gmail.com American Chamber of Commerce – Monthly lunch meetings and other professional networking events. Tel: 17 522 777 Australian Association – Social and professional networking events. gaylehumphreys@gmail.com Bahrain British Business Forum – Monthly lunch meetings and other professional networking events. Tel: 17 813 488 Bahrain French Business Club – Monthly lunch meetings and other professional networking events. Tel: 17 748 999 Bahrain Irish Society – Lunch meetings and other professional networking events bahrainirishsociety.com Biz-Ladies – Lunch meetings and other networking events for professional women. Tel: 38 442 727 Indian Ladies Association – ilabahrain.org. Tel: 17 531 468 Internations – International social club, regular evening get-togethers at different locations – internations.org Palm Association – Ladies group helping good causes.

Tel: 39 967 896 Rotary Club – Tel: 17 740 146

ChIneSe China Garden Enchanting décor and interesting dishes. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6423 D 25, L 12 David’s Stir Fry Crazy Well-lit ambiance with authentic and flavourful dishes.Tel: 1754 0188 D 18 L 12 Hong Kong Usually busy. Um Al Hassan, Tel: 1772 8700 D 10, L 6 Rauchi at Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair.

Asian fusion restaurant with live ktchen.

Tel: 1761 6167 D 15, L 10 Soie Sheraton Hotel, Tel: 1753 3533 D 24

InDIan Clay Oven Authentic cuisine, Adliya, Tel: 17 717 008 D 14, L 7 Copper Chimney Authentic cuisine, Um Al Hassan, Tel: 17 728 699 D 20, L 10 Desi Spice,Abu Ghazal Ave, Manama Authentic Indian food.

Tel: +97317272200 D 10 L 6 It’s Mirchi, Ramee International Hotel, Juffair.Indian Restaurant with live music.

Tel. +97338381615 D 15 L10 Lanterns Fabulous décor, excellent dishes. Several locations. Tel: 1724 6777 D 20, L 10

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Nirvana High class intimate setting.

Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17 580 000 D 60, L 21

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Rasoi Fine dining Indian restaurant.

Ramee Grand, Seef, Tel: 1711 1973 D 24, L 12 Rasoi by Vineet First fine-dining Indian restaurant in Bahrain operated by a Michelin starred chef. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 26, L 14

David’s

Crazy Good, with wide variety of fresh and bold flavours.

Crazy Hot, from China, Singapore, Cambodia to Vietnam, this delicious menu geographically covers quite a distance.

Crazy Fresh, 100 percent made from scratch daily.

Located in Adliya (+973 1754 0188) and Riffa (+973 1776 0780) DavidsStirFryCrazyRestaurant DavidsStirFryCrazyRestaurant

Listings Listings Roti Boti Al Areen Palace & Spa. Closed on Monday. Tel: 1784 5000

thaI Royal Thai Emphasis on seafood. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 27, L 14

D 20, L 10 Spices Indian fine dining at the Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 1122

Thai Lounge Thai themed lounge bar.

Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17 586 499 D 40, L 11

D 10, L 7

JapaneSe

Thailand Traditional Thai food. Adliya, Tel: 1771 7040 D 15, L 7

Akiko Contemporary Japanese cuisine.

Adliya, Tel: 1771 7080.

D 14, L 7

Wu Asian Restaurant & Lounge Offering a culinary experience from the Far East. ART Rotana Amwaj, Tel: 1600 0111

Imari Japanese Restaurant at Domain Hotel, Tel: 1600 0000 D 28, L 11

D 24

Kei Popular for its maki. Golden Tulip, Tel: 1753 5000 D 20, L 9

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Maki Innovative takes on sushi and maki. Moda Mall, Tel: 1752 2733 D 45, L 15

Bambu Serves Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Vietnamese cuisine.

Adliya, Tel: 1726 2555 D 15, L 8

Mirai Trendy lounge serving contemporary Japanese food, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3113 D 22, L 9

Bushido Enormous Samurai-themed Japanese restaurant by day, and offshoot of Buddha Bar by night. Seef, Tel: 1758 3555

Ruka Fusion Japanese dishes with panoramic views of Manama from the 24th floor. Ramee Grand, Tel: 1711 1999

D 30, L 12 Keizo Al Areen: A contemporary & elegantly styled Asian restaurant serving Chinese, Japanese & Thai Cuisine.

Closed on Sundays.

Tel: 17845000 Ext. 250

D 28, L 11 Sato Sushi and teppanyaki. Private rooms. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 27, L 12

D 30, L 12

American Southern Style Family Restaurant & Lounge Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Meisei Spread over 3 floors with a trendy rooftop bar. Japanese, Chinese, Korean and fusion. Adliya’s block 338, Tel: 1700 7770 D 28, L 11 Monsoon Fine East-Asian cuisines served in a beautiful pavilion Adliya, Tel: 1774 9222 D 29, L 12 Nu Asia Popular lunchtime venue.

Al Ali Mall, Tel: 17 587 171 D/L 15 re Asian Cuisine | Wolfgang Puck 50th floor of Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5046 D 90, L 35

eUropean + amerICan amerICan Bennigan’s American themed diner with live music in the evenings. Al Safir Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1781 3750 D/L 9

D/L 16 Johnny Rockets Themed burger bar.

Al Ali Mall and Amwaj Lagoon, Tel: 17 566 565

D/L 10 T.G.I.Friday American diner and steakhouse offering a family friendly experience. Bahrain City Centre, Juffair & others, Tel: 17 179 041 D/L 10

FrenCh Camelot Friendly bar and restaurant located in a faux castle. Live singer.

Adliya, Tel: 3997 7540

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ItalIan Bice Modelled on a restaurant with a proud Italian heritage going back to the 1920s. Moda Mall, Tel: 1753 3666 D 28, L 11 Café Italia Stylish restaurant, modern Italian cuisine Adliya, Tel: 1774 4774

Cico’s In Bahrain for 35-years, traditional Italian meals Adliya, Tel: 1771 3710 D 22, L 10 Cucina Italiana Home-made pasta, and wood-fired pizza. Al Safir Hotel, Tel: 1700 1317 D 15, L 7 Fiamma Restaurant Sofitel Bahrain Tel. 1763 6363

D 25, L 12 La Fontaine A spectacular and romantic restaurant hidden away amongst small streets, Manama, Tel: 1723 0123

La Pergola Opulent Roman-style settings. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6419 D 28, L 10 Oliveto’s restuarant and lounge, beautiful outdoor seating around a pool.

Adliya, Tel: 1771 6747 D 35, L 14 Masso Strong focus on quality organic ingredients. Palace Boutique Hotel, Tel: 1772 1061 D 29, L 12 Medzo Italian Restaurant Serves timeless classics with a contemporary twist. Tel: 17 208 308 Mondo Mediterranean favourites in cool surroundings. Diplomat Radisson Tel: 1753 1666 D 30, L 11 Pasquale “Trattoria” style Italian restaurant on waterfront terrace. Reef Island. Tel: 133 20617

Prego Family friendly. Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 0777 D 25 Primavera Overlooking the hotel gardens and out to sea. Ritz Carlton.

Tel: 1758 0000 D 35, L 18

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PAuL French cuisine. At City Centre Bahrain & Seef Mall. Tel. 1717232 D 15, L 10

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Hard Rock Café Part of the international chain of themed restaurants. Live music. Exhibition Road, Tel: 17 291 569

Ric’s Kountry Kitchen American restaurant with a lively karaoke night and separate bar that’s very popular with Americans, Juffair.

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Le Sauvage Masculine, leather-bound grilla room on the 36th floor with great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000 D 45, L 14 Le Domain [34] Chic restaurant with great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0222

Rialto Authentic old country dishes served up by chef Mateo. Ramee Grand, Tel: 1711 1974 D 27 Roma Italian fare with live music every night. Um al Hassam, Tel: 1772 3818 D 20

DJ Manuel Baccano DJ COSSTA Dos Mares (Dinner Entertainment)

Andy Colins 70’s - 90’s

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Listings Listings Rosso – Bar, Enoteca, Restorante A rustic Italian restaurant serving a varied a la carte menu. ART Rotana Amwaj.

Tel: 16000111

Vapiano Freshly made pasta and Italian pizzas and more. Tel: 1749 1391 D 18 L 16 Vento Open-air poolside Italian-style restaurant Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5500

Saveur Westin’s Eat Well concept with ‘SuperFoods’. Westin, Tel: 1717 1000 D 20, L 15 Tapas Serves tapas and cocktails on the seafront. Sofitel. Tel: 1763 6363 D 37 Txoko A Basque-inspired sky lounge serving tapas. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000

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Brasa De Brazil Churrascaria Great options for meat lovers and vegetarians alike. Tel: 1758 2225

Al Wasmeyyah Golden Tulip’s signature outlet. Tel:1753 5000 D 15, L 9

D 25 L 20 Café Amsterdam and Vino Teca Barcelona 2 restaurants joined to one another and sharing a garden. Adliya, Tel: 32 000 177 D 35, L 12 La Med Popular for its buffet, Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6499 D 40, L 16 Florence La Maison Mediterraneenne Adliya Tel: 17 336 373 L 18 D 20 Nicole’s at Block 338, Tel: 1728 0700 D 35, L 7

Bahrain Bay Kitchen Indoor-outdoor restaurant, features an international buffet. Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5500 L 22 Fusions Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Great views of Juffair, Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 Lemon Tree Exotic culinary selection, including Asian and Mediterranean dishes. Ramee Grand, Tel: 17 111 999 D 35, L 9 Level 34 Masculine grill room on 34th floor. Great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000 D 50, L 14

Me and you One of the few licensed restaurants in Amwaj lagoon, Live band every Friday. Tel: 1601 0160 D 35, L 9 MuJu Outdoor seating area with a pleasant sea view. Dragon Resort, Tel: 1603 9800 D 30, L 18 Rimal Restaurant All-day dining with breakfast buffet and a la carte.

Al Areen Palace & Spa, Tel: 17 845 000 Saraya Restaurant, Sofitel Bahrain Tel. 1763 6363 D 25, L 15 Selections All day dining multicuisine buffet restaurant, Middle Eastern & International, Tel 17 208 308 upstairs Downstairs Live music nightly, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093 D 30 Zodiac Multi Cuisine Restaurant All day dining restaurant +973 1781 3366 Zoë with rooftop and basement lounges. Adliya, Tel: 1771 6400.

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meXICan Casa Mexicana Adliya, Tel: 17715521 D 25 Cantina Kahlo serves authentic flavors of Mexico. Tel: 17586401 Margarita Mexicana First fine-dining Mexican restaurant in Bahrain. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 32

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Senor Pacos Popular lively Mexican themed restaurant. Adliya, Tel: 1772 5873 D 20

leBaneSe Al Fayez Traditional Lebanese food with a cultural modernized twist. Reef Island.

Tel: 1332 0612

Bey Route Lebanese restaurant and deli. Budaiya Tel: 1728 0111

Kenza Lebanese and Iranian fare. K Hotel, Tel: 17360 000 La Mosaique International buffets and a la carte menus. Crowne Plaza, Tel: 1753 1122 D 32, L 14 Mawal Lebanese cuisine, set menu, live Lebanese and Iraqi singers and belly dancers. Golden Tulip,Tel: 17 535 000 ext. 8543 D 30, L 11 Olivos Brasserie Casually elegant eatery. Diplomat Radisson, Tel: 17 531 666 D 35 Pashawat Restaurant, Sofitel Bahrain Tel. 1763 6363 D 25, L 15 Rayes Lebanese food with outdoor seating looking across a small marina.

Fateh Corniche, Manama, Tel: 17 312 700 D 15, L 5 Reem Al Bawadi Family-themed Lebanese café’ and shisha. Ramada Manama City Centre. Tel. 17104026

Shoo Fe Ma Fee Lebanese dining.

Adliya, Tel: 17 311 280

Zahle Lebanese cuisine, belly dancing.

Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1774 6417

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Kontiki Asian food in stylish surrounding. Diplomat Radisson Blu, Tel: 1753 1666

Baharat Dishes from across the Arab world, accompanied by sounds of live Oud player. Le Meridien, Tel: 1717 1111 D 25

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Lumee Middle Eastern street food in a café/deli setting. A’ali and Saar Mall. Tel. 17434300 / 17694848

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Majlis, Ramee Monroe Hotel. Live Arabic entertainment. Signature Arabic & continental cuisine. Tel 1729 6699

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Saffron AlAreen Khaleeji cuisine.

Al Areen Palace, Tel: 1784 5000

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Villa Mamas Opposite Saar Cinema, Tel: 17 305 031

IranIan Golestan Iranian fine dining at Sheraton Hotel, Tel: 1753 3533 Takht Jamsheed Iranian specialties Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000.

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Reef Garden Dining with a modern Arabic twist, Reef Island. Tel. 17564730

Takasim Arabic specialty restaurant with live performances and gourmet cuisine. Tel: 1761 6167 Kosebasi Turkish steakhouse. At City Centre Bahrain & Seef Mall. Tel. 17172322 D 20, L 15

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Legendz Steakhouse award winning steakhouse at Intercontinental Regency, Tel: 17 208 308

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Links overlooking the golf courses.

Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 1262 L8 The Meat Co. South African restaurant with roof bar. Adliya, Tel: 1774 2080

Brazil Rodizio Grill & Lounge Brazilian-themed steakhouse offering the churrascaria dining style. Adliya, Tel: 1782 6686 D 20 Butcher Shop & Grill South African family chain. Non alcohol.

City Centre, Tel: 17 172 323

Plums Fine dining steakhouse. RitzCarlton, Tel: 1758 0000 D 72

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CuT by Wolfgang Puck Bahrain’s newest steakhouse located at the Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5044 D 140 Flames Steak & Seafood Serving modern contemporary cuisine with rooftop dining. ART Rotana Amwaj.

Tel: 1600 0111

hIDDen GemS La Mer Select your meal from the display and watched it cooked before your eyes. Sofitel, Tel: 1763 6363

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Waves Crowne Plaza, Tel: 1753 1122 D 40, L 10

mIDDle eaStern - Under BD5 Al Hantoor Grills One-of-a-kind Turkish restaurant, running for 18 years.

The regular customers swear by their grills and shawarma,Tashan, Tel:1740 1084 Al Shoala Popular Turkish spot – among the locals and expats alike. Expect some delay with your order during peak times.

Jidhafs, Jid Ali, and Muharraq, Tel: 1733 3676 (Muharraq branch) Badawi Authentic Lebanese dining experience in Bahrain. Hoora, Exhibition Road, Tel: 1729 7799

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“Shawarma Alley” OK – this isn’t a single outlet, but a whole road of cafes and shawarma stands, the so called ‘Shawarma Alley’ is your goto place not just for a simple snack, but also for some people watching. Typical price for a shawarma – 300 fils! Adliya, Osama bin Zaid Avenue.

Bu Ali Traditional Middle Eastern and Asian dishes. Several branches throughout the island, Tel: 1724 2432 Iskenderun Grill Excellent for tikka or lamb chops. Generous portions too!

Hoora, Exhibition Road, Tel: 1729 3334 Lebanese Restaurant Aka ‘Shukri’, they serve mutton shawarma, hummus, Iranian-style lamb chops, and traditional arayes. Gudaibiya, Tel: 1724 2333 Tehran Grills Iranian food, Sanabis, opposite Bahrain Mall, Tel: 1755 5989 uruk Restaurant Famous for its grills and fresh bread. Hoora, Exhibition Road, Tel: 1729 1500 Alexandria Grills Tables set-up on the sidewalk! As you watch the buzzin’ streets, they’re grillin’ delicious meat & chicken tikka in front of you! Old Palace Rd. (across from Daiso).

InDIan - Under BD5

serves South Indian and Punjabi dishes, including vegan options. Manama, Isa Al Kabeer Avenue, Tel: 1726 3171 Barbecue Delights Pakistani, Afghani, and North Indian cuisine. Seef Mall, Tel: 1756 4282 Charcoal Grill Known forits

“American Alley” So called because it is close to the US Navy base and popular with Americans. This is not a restaurant but a long street full of family food outlets and restaurants - mostly international franchises. Juffair. tandoori chicken, this small family restaurant offers Indian, Chinese, and grills. Umm Al Hassam, Tel: 17729115 Spice Nice Goan cuisine. Chinese dishes also available. Adliya, behind Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3603 Swagat A charming vegetarian smallhole-in-the-wall, offering all things South Indian. Manama Souq, Tel: 1722 5137 Govindas Authentic Hindu vegetarian cuisine. Mannai Mansions, Juffair (opposite Al Jazzera supermarket), Tel: 17 827 127 Vrindavan All-vegetarian outlet serving authentic South Indian thali.

Manama, next to American Mission Hospital, Tel: 1723 4454, 1727 2320

Aryas Bhavan Vegetarian restaurant

InternatIonal - Under BD5 Grill Room Buffet A great variety of Chinese, Continental, and Pakistani dishes. Budaiya, Tel: 1769 6660

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Paradise Café This veteran eatery has a loyal customer base.

Famous for its chicken tikka and cream caramel. Manama, Government Avenue, Tel: 1753 5306 Salt’n Pepper Chinese, Indian, Pakistani, and Middle Eastern dishes as well as sandwiches, fast food, seafood, steaks, and vegetarian options. Sanad, Tel: 1762 3535 yum yum Tree Different cuisines cooked in separate kitchens all under the same roof. Great food, wide selection – Arabic, Italian, Chinese, Thai and more several branches throughout the country, Tel: 1753 7900

Far eaStern - Under BD5 Swan Lake Genuine Filipino dishes, with a pinch of Thai cuisine, always served fresh and in generous portions. Manama, next to Bab Al Bahrain, Tel: 1722 7761 Baan Saeng Thai – authentic Thai cuisine, Adliya Tel: 1771 0467

SeaFooD - Under BD5 Fish House A must try for seafood lovers. Budaiya, opposite the International Hospital, Tel: 1759 4040

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Children friendly, soft drinks only!

Aroma Luxurious and modern Middle Eastern shisa café offering food. Popular with all nationalities.

Seef Mall, Tel: 1758 2711 Bay View Lounge Light international fare or afternoon tea plus outdoor terrace. Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000 Café Lilou French themed café serving light meals. Adliya, Tel: 1774 1440 Coffee World Specialty coffee house offering hot and iced coffees with sweet and savoury snacks.

Reef Island. Tel: 1756 4750 Coco’s Very popular, especially when the weather is good as it has a large enclosed garden. Adliya, Tel: 1771 6512 Columbus Café Offers hot drinks, snacks and desserts at City Centre Bahrain & Seef Mall. Tel. 17172324 Cream & Fudge Premium ice creams, nuts, fruits, candies, fudge and more. Reef Island. Tel: 17564740 Crust Crema A true coffee experience. Saar Avenue, Tel: 1721 4155 Dome Café Part of the London chain of trendy yet cozy bistros.

Juffair and Seef, Tel: 1781 0180

Al Abraaj Arabic and International cuisine at reasonable prices.

Branches throughout Bahrain.

Burger Lounge Gourmet burgers, salads and side dishes in a venue as trendy as any nightspot.

Amwaj Lagoon. Tel: 7705 5772

Located at the rooftop.

Influenced by Andalusian Spain, Arabia and France, Moroccan cuisine is a delicate blend of oriental aromatic flavours that makes it a unique experience.

From professionally-trained chefs using only fresh ingredients, we provide the ideal dining experience that will enchant your palate and elevate your senses.

Open from Monday till Saturday Lunch 12:30pm - 3:00pm Dinner 7:00pm - Midnight RAMADA HOTEL AND SUITES AMWAJ ISLANDS P.O. Box 13220, Building 1741, Road 5715, Block Amwaj 257 Amwaj Islands, Kingdom of Bahrain Phone: +973 1600 0099 | Fax: +973 1600 0098 ramada-manama-amwaj.com | dining@ramada-manama-amwaj.com

P.F. Chang’s Asian-themed diner located in Bahrain City Centre Tel: 1717 9757

La Patisserie Flavoured teas, fresh savouries, and desserts. Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167 Le Chocolat Specialty dishes including chocolates and burgers and pizzas. Seef, Tel: 1758 2259 Noor Lounge refined yet casual lobby ideal for informal meetings or breaks, Intercontinental Regency, Tel 17 208 308

T.G.I Friday’s Bahrain City Centre and Juffair Tel: 1717 9041 The Grub Shack American style Al Hamala Tel: 17 13 13 63 Nando’s Portugese/South African peri peri chicken. Juffair and Zayad town. Tel: 17825100 Also see: Butcher Shop & Grill (Steakhouses) Listed under Chili’s (American) Listed under Johnny Rockets (American) Listed under

Senses Lounge Freshly baked goodies, and a special selection of teas and coffees. Al Areen Palace & Spa, Tel: 17 845 000

The Ritz Gourmet Lounge French interior. Best afternoon tea on the island Tel: 17586425 Veranda Interior garden theme.

There are now 3 in the chain located in Adhari, Amwaj, and Adliya, Tel: 1771 5868

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The City’s First Fine Dining Moroccan Restaurant Now at Amwaj

El Gringo Mexican Al Hamala Tel: 17 00 14 60

Elements Pool & Lounge chic outdoor pool side lounge with scenery of nature Tel: 17 208 308.

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Nightlife

Nightlife

Muju Indoor and outdoor setting that overlooks the pool and the lagoon.

Amwaj, Dragon Hotel, Tel: 1603 9800 Ora Restaurant, Hotel Diva Juffair, Tel: 3642 6462 Pulse Lively Arabic nightclub, Al Safir Hotel, Juffair, Tel: 1782 7999 Ric’s Kountry Kitchen A popular American venue with a lively karaoke night. Juffair, Tel: 1772 5550

lIVelY at weeKenDS Waikiki Kitchen A Caribbean themed rooftop venue with a sunken bar and poolside lounge. Juffair, Elite Crystal Hotel, Tel: 1755 8200 Brazil This intimate club has a friendly vibe and hosts some of Bahrain’s niche music genres. Adliya, Tel: 3616 1650 Bushido Enormous Samuraithemed Japanese restaurant by day, and offshoot of Buddha Bar by night. Seef, near RitzCarlton. Tel: 1758 6555. High $$$ Camelot Friendly bar and restaurant located in a faux castle.

Live singer. Adliya, Tel: 3997 7540 Calexico Fresh, Cal-Mex street food in Adliya. Open 6pm till late (Closed Sundays). Tel: 17666644

Fiddlers Green Irish themed pub. Diplomat Radisson Blu, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 4666 Harvesters Large pub with outside seating. Live band. Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel. 1753 1122 Ibrida The biggest club in Bahrain with resident band and other stage events. Seef, Ramee Grand Hotel, Tel: 1711 1999 JJs popular Irish bar and restaurant, host to Bahrain’s Karaoke Idol. Adliya, Tel: 3932 9083 Klub 360 Bahrain’s most sophisticated nightclub, a dazzling combination of light, video and club mixes. Celebrity international DJs & unique cocktails.

Juffair, Elite Crystal Hotel, Tel: 3336 0300

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Trader Vic’s Sociable atmosphere. Sit outside to enjoy one of the most beautiful settings in Bahrain.

Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6555.

The Warbler Sports bar with an international size pool table and darts section. Manama, Tel: 1729 0600 Txoko A bar that’s almost the entire length of the club, and a raised VIP area. Diplomatic Area, The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000 upstairs Downstairs Bahrain’s favourite jazz venue, renowned for its live music Dinner Shows. Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093 Wrangler A very wild Wild West Saloon, playing RnB. Juffair, Tel: 1729 0600

CozY Burlington Club Cigar lounge in the style of an English gentlemen’s club.

Ritz Carlton, Seef, Tel: 1758 0000

Ladies' Nights

Harvesters, Crowne Plaza. 9pm - 1am, Monday & Friday. Different Offers. Live Band. +973 1753 1122 Ibrida Ramee Grand Hotel, Seef.

EVERY NIGHT! Two free drinks for ladies from 9pm – 1am. 3689 7378 JJs Irish Restaurant, Adliya. Sat, Sun, Tue, Wed. Unlimited selected drinks for BD7. Live band. +973 3384 3005 Kabayanz, Ramee Rose Hotel Selected complimentary drinks. Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Tel: 3354 4276/6695 0526

K Lounge, K Hotel, Juffair. Unlimited selected drinks Sun, Wed, Tues,, from 8pm-12 midnight. 36021846

An Nada Lounge Sheraton.

Every Wednesday, 9pm onwards with unlimited selected drinks. Tel: 1753 3533 Barrel Crystal Palace Hotel, Juffair, EVERY NIGHT - 3 free drinks 9pm1am. Live band. Tel: 66 901 323 Bambu, Adliya, Every Wednesday from 11am-3pm including house cocktails for BD10 (guys pay BD19.6). Tel: 17 262 555 Brazil, Adliya. Every Wednesday. Unlimited free drinks 8pm-2am! 3616 1650.

Bushido, Seef, Thursdays only.

Free drinks from 9pm till late.

LIVE DJ. Tel: 17 583 555

LIV Club Lounge, Al Murooj Hotel, Juffair, 3 free drinks 8pm – 1am Tel: 6660 0025 Meisei Wednesday - Free wine 7pm -11pm. Live music. Tel: 1700 7770 A new ladies night now also on Tuesdays. Ladies receive 4 complimentary glasses of wine or selected cocktails all night long Sky Lounge, Hotel Diva, Juffair.

Free drinks for ladies from 9pm - 12 midnight – EVERY night! 3689 7378 Sofitel Bahrain, Ladies enjoy in Tapas every Wed with unlimited selected drinks from 8pm – 12am.

1763 6363 The Hub, Ramee Monroe Hotel. Every Tuesday. 3 free selected beverages. 3628 9347

Camelot, Adliya, Unlimited cocktails BD5.5 from 7pm, Wednesdays only. Live music. Tel: 39 977 540

Trader Vic’s Wahine Tuesday.

2 Free cocktails. 6pm to 10pm. Tel: +973 1758 6555

CODA Jazz Lounge, Atiram Premier Hotel, Juffair. Unlimited free drinks.

Wed. from 8pm-2am. 3434 2828.

Txoko, 36th floor, Domain Hotel, EVERY NIGHT, except Fri. Unlimited selected drinks 4pm2am. Live DJ. Tel: 66 395 608

Cellar 59, ART Rotana, Thursday, Amwaj, 3 free drinks. 5pm2am. Live DJ. Tel: 1600 0111 Club XS Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Every night, Selected free drinks. Tel: 1761 6167 Club Buffalo EVERY NIGHT (except Thursdays). Various offers. Live band.

Tel: 39 508 403

Flamingo Bar Classy cocktail and cigar lounge by the pool. Moevenpick Hotel, near Airport, Tel: 17460 000

Davy Crocketts, Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tue & Wed. 5 free drinks 8pm1am. Live music. Tel: 36 089 534

Lagoon Has a central pool bar that you can swim up to. Zallaq, Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea and Spa, Tel: 1763 6363

Downtown 3 selected drinks complimentary + 25% discount on all cocktails on Sat, Tues, and Thurs. Tel: 17 208 308

Level 34 Great views over Bahrain. Diplomatic Area, The Domain, Tel:1600 0000

Dublin, Ramee Palace Hotel, Sun, Tue, Wed, Fri. Unlimitedfree drinks 9pm - 1am. Live band.

Tel: 39 610 405

Kahlo Club serves authentic flavors of Mexico serves authentic flavors of

Envy, Premier Hotel, Juffair. Ladies night everyday except Tue, uni drinks 9-11pm. 32170898.

Klub 360, Elite Crystal Hotel, Juffair.

Every Sun & Wed with unlimited selected cocktails from 9pm – 2am. +973 17 360 300

Cellar 59 A wine bar and cellar at the newly opened ART Rotana, Amwaj. Tel: 1600 0111

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Typhoon Cocktail lounge with option to sit outside set next to the gardens of The Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1774 6434

Takasim Arabic night club with live Performances and gourmet cuisine. Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167

The Foundry, Block 338, Urban & industrious hardworking eatery.

Mon-Sat from 12pm Tel: 69960000

Elements Offers a poolside lounge in an open white room. Central Business District, InterContinental, Tel: 1722 7777

The K Lounge Art Deco feel, with contemporary art on display.

Juffair, The K Hotel, Tel: 1736 0000

Tapas Bar A vibrant blue interior reminiscent of the sea outside, offering cocktails, live music, DJ’s, and hosts a Friday brunch. Zallaq, Sofitel.

Tel: 1763 6363

Coda Jazz Lounge A Jazz Lounge & Bistro. Ground Floor, Atiram Premier Hotel. Tel: +973343 42 828/ +973-666 78 666

Downtown Bar new resident band, X.O.P. with years of International experience continue to be one of the most talked-about variety bands. Tel: 17 208 308

Nightlife

Sky Bar Rooftop experience. Closes when the summer gets too hot.

Juffair, Hotel Diva, Tel: 3971 8101

The Blue Hour Signature cocktails & bites at Blue Moon Lounge on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for BD5. Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000

Davy Crockett’s restaurant and bar with live band. Very busy at weekends.

Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tel: 3992 2583

Shift 7 Formula 1 inspired bar and lounge. Indoor and outdoor seating and excellent view of Bahrain. Muharraq, Elite Resort & Spa, Tel: 1731 3333

Sherlock Holmes large English themed pub with live band. Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3000

Club XS Non-stop music mixed by in-house DJ. Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1761 6167

CuT Bar & Lounge Signature bites and drinks every Saturday and Sunday for BD3. Four Seasons, Tel: 17115000

Mexico, Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 1758 6401

upstairs Downstairs, Adliya. Sat and Wed. BD7 for unlimited drinks 7.30-11.30 Warblers, Ramee Baisan Hotel, Hoora, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues. 3 free drinks 9pm-1am. Live band.

Tel: 38 381 631 Wrangler, Juffair Grande Hotel, Sun, Tues, Fri. Free drinks 8pm-2am! DJ. Tel: 39 831 380 Wu Asian Restaurant & Lounge Sip on 3 elegant cocktails from 5pm every Wednesday. ART Rotana, Amwaj. Tel: 1600 0111