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New Year’s eve weekend at Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park in Hidd.

Other highlights include the return of Al Riwaq’s ‘The Nest’, showcasing local and regional talent, in addition to ‘The Taste Tour’ in Adliya. Shoppers will stand a chance to win amazing prizes thanks to the mega raffles during the festival.

When: 24th December 2015 to 23rd January 2016 For further info, visit shopbahrain.com Ironman Bahrain

Christmas Quiz & Raffle Welcome the festive season with the BSPCA while you enjoy an evening of karaoke and carol singing. Get a group of eight (maximum) and participate in a fun quiz. Other entertainments include dancing, photo booth and more! Also, the ‘best festive outfit’ will receive a prize.

Entry is BD5.

When & Where: 3rd December, 7.30pm onwards at Dilmun Club For further info, call Tel. +973 3733 5375

over 600 local and international athletes. In addition to the race, which is designed to promote the local heritage, there will be a host of family activities too. Sports enthusiasts will also get a chance to meet their favourite athletes during the opening and closing ceremonies.

When: 5th December For further info, visit ironman.com or email bahrain70.3@ironman.com

Bahrain Shopping Festival The second edition of Bahrain Shopping Festival, ‘Shop Bahrain’ invites you to enjoy a unique 30-day celebration of Bahrain’s heritage, hospitality and tourism. Don’t miss the largest outdoor skating rink housed outside Al A’ali Shopping Complex the exciting carnival over

Fit4Life Fitness Retreat

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Get in shape for party season! Be a part of Bahrain’s first all-inclusive non-military-style fitness retreat programme. Fit4Life is not a crash diet - there are no magic pills or secret potions. A team of well-trained and experienced fitness experts promises to help you beat the bulge the right way!

When & Where: 10th to 17th December at Amwaj Islands

For more info, visit fit-4.life

Ironman Bahrain

The Ironman 70.3 Bahrain Middle East Championship is set to witness 4

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CATS, the Musical

Pop Up Art Pop Up Art – Middle East is a 4-day exhibition, exclusive to Bahrain.

Various artists from the region as well as a British artist will exhibit their exclusive works with a Middle Eastern twist. The exhibition will be inaugurated with a premier screening (7pm to 9pm on 10th December) of

Events

Bahrain Bike Week ‘After Tomorrow,’ an award-winning documentary on the Bedouins of Petra, followed by a Q&A session with co-director Toufic Beyhum!

When & Where: 10th to 13th December at Words Bookstore Café For further info, call Tel. +973 3978 5868 or visit talentfreeflow.com

Watersports Fun The weather is cold but for those of us who’ve seen worse (read minus), it’s just about right! Have fun with watersports activities in the privacy of the hotel’s lagoon all throughout the week. There’s kayaking, seated pedal boats and standing paddleboards for BD5/10 per person/boat per hour.

When & Where: Until 31st December, 9am to 5pm at The Ritz-Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa For further info, call Tel. +973 1758 6612 or email: rc.bahrz.events@ritzcarlton.com

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Drag & Drift is Back! led by MASK Theatre Company are set to wow you this festive season! Composed by the renowned Andrew Lloyd Webber, based on “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats” by T. S. Elliot, this extravagant musical is the third longest running Broadway show in history. It has been performed around the world many times and now premieres in Bahrain.

When & Where: 10th, 11th, & 12th December at Bahrain Rugby Club

Drag & Drift is Back!

Bahrain Bike Week The much-awaited Bahrain Bike Week (BBW), an annual motorcycling event in the Kingdom of Bahrain is back this year! BBW has been witnessing participation by different bike groups and individual motorcycle enthusiasts from the GCC and Middle East countries since 2010.

When & Where: 17th to 19th December For further info,call Tel. +973 17713716

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The very popular Drag and Drift Night returns to the tarmac in Sakhir. Sponsored by EK Kanoo and powered by MotorCity, the event invites race fans of all skilllevels to take their very own cars or motorbikes and push them to their limit in a safe and controlled environment. Priced at BD10/7/+4

John C Maxwell is coming back to Bahrain to offer you a lesson on two on leadership. Brought to you by Golden Trust Training and Consultancy, Live2Lead is a half-day seminar designed to equip attendees with new perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways.

When & Where: 7th December at Bahrain International Circuit

When & Where: 9th December at Crowne Plaza Bahrain

For more info and exact dates, visit bahraingp.com or call Tel. +973 1745 0000

For further info, call Tel. +973 3658 4499

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Asian CHINESE China Garden Enchanting décor and interesting dishes. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6423.

D 25, L 12

Thai Lounge Thai themed lounge bar. Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17 586 499.

D 40, L 11 Indian restaurant in Bahrain operated by a Michelin starred chef. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000 D 26, L 14 Spices Indian fine dining at the Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 1122.

Hong Kong Usually busy. Um Al Hassan, Tel: 1772 8700.

D 50, L 12.5

D 10, L 6

JAPANESE

Soie Sheraton Hotel, Tel: 1753 3533.

Akiko Eatery offering high standards in contemporary Japanese cuisine.

Adliya, Tel: 1771 7080.

D 24

D 14, L 7

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 10, L 7 Lanterns Slightly kooky décor, excellent dishes. Several locations.

Tel: 1724 6777.

D 20, L 10 Nirvana High class intimate setting.

Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 17 580 000.

Imari Japanese Restaurant at Domain Hotel, Tel: 1600 0000.

D 28, L 11 Kei Popular for its maki. Golden Tulip, Tel: 1753 5000.

D 20, L 9 Maki Innovative takes on sushi and maki. Moda Mall, Tel: 1752 2733.

D 45, L 15 Mirai Trendy lounge serving contemporary Japanese food, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3113.

D 22, L 9

D 60, L 21 Rasoi Fine dining Indian restaurant.

Ramee Grand, Seef, Tel: 1711 1973.

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

D 24, L 12 Rasoi by Vineet First fine-dining Icons Explained

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Thailand Traditional Thai food.

Adliya, Tel: 1771 7040 D 15, L 7

ASIAN - VARIOUS Bambu Serves Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Vietnamese cuisine.

Adliya, Tel: 1726 2555.

D 15, L 8 Bushido Enormous Samurai-themed Japanese restaurant by day, and offshoot of Buddha Bar by night. Seef, Tel: 1758 3555.

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

17845000 Ext. 250 D 30, L 12 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

Sato Sushi and teppanyaki. Private rooms. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000.

D 27, L 12

THAI Hash House Adliya, Tel: 17 715 094 D 15, L 8 Royal Thai Emphasis on seafood.

Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000.

D 27, L 14

re Asian Cuisine | Wolfgang Puck 50th floor of Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5000.

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CAFES Bahrain’s ‘Cafe Society’ - All with gardens & outdoor seating Aroma Luxurious and modern Middle Eastern shisa café offering food. Popular with all nationalities.

Seef Mall, Tel: 1758 2711.

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. 17564750 Coco’s Very popular, especially when the weather is good as it has a large enclosed garden. Adliya, Tel: 1771 6512.

EUROPEAN + AMERICAN AMERICAN Bennigan’s American themed diner with live music in the evenings. Al Safir Hotel, Juffair. Tel: 1781 3750.

D/L 9 Hard Rock Café Part of the international chain of themed restaurants. Live music. Exhibition Road, Tel: 17 291 569 D/L 16 Johnny Rockets Themed burger bar. Al Ali Mall and Amwaj Lagoon, Tel: 17 566 565 D/L 10

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Le Chocolat Famed for specialty dishes including their chocolates (of course)… and people rave about their burgers and pizzas. Seef, Tel: 1758 2259.

The Ritz Gourmet Lounge Decorated in the style something akin to the Palace of Versailles, offering teas and delicacies. RitzCarlton, Tel: 1758 0000.

Veranda Interior garden themes and interesting knick knacks to buy. There are now 3 in the chain located in Adhari, Amwaj, and Adliya, Tel: 1771 5868.

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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.

Café Italia Stylish restaurant, modern Italian cuisine Adliya, Tel: 1774 4774.

D 25, L 9 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

Crust Crema A true coffee experience. Saar Avenue, Tel: 1721 4155

La Patisserie Flavoured teas, fresh savouries, and desserts.

Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair.

Tel. 1761 6167

D 40, L 13

D 28, L 11

Cream & Fudge Premium ice creams, nuts, fruits, candies, fudge and more.

Reef Island. Tel. 17564740

Dome Café Part of the London chain of trendy yet cozy bistros.

Juffair and Seef, Tel: 1781 0180.

Le Domain [34] Chic restaurant with great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0222.

La Pergola Opulent Roman-style settings. Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1774 6419.

D 28, L 10 Ric’s Kountry Kitchen American restaurant with a lively karaoke night and separate bar that’s very popular with Americans, Juffair.

Tel: 1772 5550.

D/L 10

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

Adliya, Tel: 3997 7540.

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

D 38, L 20 Le Sauvage Masculine, leatherbound grilla room on the 36th floor with great views. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000.

D 45, L 14

Oliveto’s restuarant and lounge, beautiful outdoor seating around a pool. Adliya, 1771 6747.

D 35, L 14 Masso Strong focus on quality organic ingredients. Palace Boutique Hotel, Tel: 1772 1061.

D 29, L 12 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 13320617

Prego Family friendly. Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 0777.

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PRIMAVERA TRATTORIA MODERNA

A TASTE OF SOUTHERN ITALY The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain has welcomed two Michelin starred Chef Oliver Glowig as consulting chef at its signature restaurant Primavera.

Rounding off the traditional experience, Ritz-Carlton’s legendary service is led by a pre-dominantly Italian team, bringing to life the Trattoria Moderna experience, where guests are completely immersed in Italian charm and flavours.

For information, please contact +973 1758 6499 or visit ritzcarlton.com/bahrain Subscribe and discover more at ritzcarlton-local-news.com/bahrain

Dining Primavera Overlooking the hotel gardens and out to sea. Ritz Carlton.

Tel: 1758 0000.

D 35, L 18 Rialto Authentic old country dishes served up by chef Mateo. Ramee Grand, Tel: 1711 1974.

the seafront. Sofitel. Tel: 1763 6363.

D 37 Txoko A Basque-inspired sky lounge serving tapas. The Domain, Tel: 1600 0000.

Business Lunch

D 27 Roma Italian fare with live music every night. Um al Hassam, Tel: 1772 3818.

Great food and atmosphere when you haven’t time to wait

D 20 Vento Open-air poolside Italian-style restaurant Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5000.

D 45

EUROPEAN - VARIOUS 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

Lunch Express at La Med – Ritz Carlton Saturday – Thursday from 12:00pm to 3:30pm. BD 10. Salad or soup from the buffet, one main course from the grill station, and a dessert.

D 40, L 16 Neyran Mercure Grand’s signature outlet. Seef, Tel 1758 4400.

D25 Nicole’s at Block 338, Tel: 1728 0700.

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D 35, L 7 Saveur Westin’s Eat Well concept with ‘SuperFoods’. Westin, Tel: 1717 1000.

D 20, L 15

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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.

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

Thali Business Lunch Box at Nirvana - Ritz Carlton Daily from 12:00pm to 3:00pm. BD 11.

RUKA – Ramee Grand Sunday – Thursday from 12:30pm to 3:00pm. BD 12. Experience a fusion of Japanese dishes while enjoying panoramic views of Manama from the 24th floor.

Waves – The Crowne PlazaSunday –Thursday Daily from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. BD 9.

A three-course seafood lunch.

La Med Popular for its buffet, Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6499.

FAMILY Children friendly, soft drinks only!

Fiddlers Green – Diplomat Radisson Blu Sunday – Thursday from 12:00pm to 3:30pm. BD 7

WHAT IS ‘FINE DINING’?

A fine dining restaurant has a more formal atmosphere than a casual dining restaurant, and they tend to be more expensive. The staff may wear formal attire.

They also have stricter dress codes. Fine dining restaurants are not usually places for kids, unless very well behaved.

T.G.I Friday’s Bahrain City Centre and Juffair Tel: 1717 9041 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

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Fine Dining No Alcohol Live music Outdoor seating D - DINNER - average price in Bahrain Dinars L - LUNCH – average price in Bahrain Dinars

Dining Zoë with rooftop and basement lounges. Adliya, Tel: 1771 6400.

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MEXICAN Al Wasmeyyah Golden Tulip’s signature outlet.

Tel:1753 5000.

D 15, L 9 Bahrain Bay Kitchen Indooroutdoor restaurant, features an international buffet. Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5000.

L 22 Fusions East meets west where chefs blend Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Great views of Juffair, Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000.

Casa Mexicana Adliya, Tel: 1771 5521

Maki Upstairs is best with private coves for seating. Asian cuisine.

Moda Mall. Tel. 1752 2733 Plums Warm, arty, and cozy. Steakhouse. RitzCarlton. Tel. 1758 0000

D 25 Margarita Mexicana First finedining Mexican restaurant in Bahrain.

Gulf Hotel, Tel: 1771 3000.

Fusions Ask for a table by the window for stunning views across Juffair. Fusions cuisine.

Gulf Hotel. Tel. 1771 3000

D 32 Senor Pacos Popular lively Mexican themed restaurant. Adliya, Tel: 1772 5873.

D 20

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

Trader Vic’s Sit outside to enjoy one of the most beautiful settings in Bahrain. Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6555.

Meisei Trendy restaurant with rooftop bar to end the evening.

Asian cuisine. Adliya. Tel. 1700 7770 Trader Vic’s Sit outside and sip exotic cocktails by lush gardens that lead to the sea. International cuisine.

Ritz-Carlton. Tel. 1758 6555

SEAFOOD Fish Market Fresh seafood prepared to your own taste and liking. Al Bander Resort, Tel: 1770 1201.

D 30 Lemon Tree Exotic culinary selection, including Japanese, Arabic, Indian, and Mediterranean dishes.

Ramee Grand, Tel: 17 111 999.

Romantic

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

D 35, L 9 Reef Fish Market Seafood fine dining. Reef Island. Tel. 17564730

Level 34 Masculine grill room on 34th floor. Great views.

The Domain , Tel: 1600 0000 Me and You One of the few licensed restaurants in Amwaj lagoon, Live band every Friday. Tel: 1601 0160.

D 35, L 9

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MUJU Outdoor seating area with a pleasant sea view. Dragon Resort, Tel: 1603 9800.

D 30, L 18

Upstairs Downstairs Live music nightly, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093.

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La Fontaine located in an artistically ‘reimagined’ historic building with a courtyard, the centerpiece of which is a fountain. French cuisine.

Manama. Tel. 1723 0123 Le Mer Sit outside on the water’s edge and gaze across the sea.

Seafood cuisine. Sofitel.

Tel. 1763 6363

Waves Seafood restaurant at the Crowne Plaza, Tel: 1753 1122.

D 40, L 10 Also see Royal Thai (Thai)

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Friday Brunches Prices include unlimited food & beverages. All eateries offer discounts for kids. Timings typically 12 - 4pm.

Crowne Plaza Live cooking stations across three restaurants.

Live band, henna, & face painting.

Lively crowd. BD30.

Tel: 17 531 122.

Muju Dragon Hotel, Live jazz, sea views, adults only. Lively crowd. BD25. Tel: 16 039 800.

Rauchi, Ramee Rose Hotel Asian fusion restaurant. Every Friday BD10/15. Tel: 17616167 Ric’s Kountry Kitchen Juffair, Live band. BD18. Tel: 17 725 550.

Upstairs Downstairs Adliya, Live music/pianist. BD21. Tel: 17 713 093.

Brazil AdliyaLive music, BD21.

Tel: 17 826 686.

Bushido Seef, DJ & kids’ entertainment, BD30.

Tel: 17 583 555.

The Meat Co. South African restaurant with roof bar. Adliya, Tel: 1774 2080.

STEAKHOUSES

Plums Fine dining steakhouse.

Ritz-Carlton, Tel: 1758 0000.

D 72 Also see Le Sauvage (French)

Choices ART Rotana, Live music & kids’ entertainment, BD29.

Tel: 16 000 111.

Golden Tulip Free transport for groups of 10+, Live music & kids’ entertainment. Lively crowd. BD25. Tel: 17 535 000.

Klouds The K Hotel Live music. BD24. Tel: 17 360 000.

La Med Ritz Carlton Hotel, Seef, Live music & kids play area. BD29. Tel: 17 586 499.

Lanterns Indian Restaurant, Adliya, Access to garden. Live music inside, BD26.

Tel: 17 250 999.

Legendz Intercontinental Regency, BD25. Tel: 17 227 777.

Le Sauvage Domain Hotel, Adults only!

BD32. Tel: 17 360 000.

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Lemon Tree Ramee Grand, Live music & kids’ corner, BD18.

Tel: 17 111 999.

Masso Palace Hotel, Nuevo cuisine options. BD30 Tel: 17 721 061.

Moevenpick Live music & kids’ corner. Lively crowd, BD31.

Tel: 17 460 000.

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MIDDLE EASTERN Brazil Rodizio Grill and Lounge Brazilian-themed steakhouse offering the churrascaria dining style. Adliya, Tel: 1782 6686.

BAHRAINI Saffron AlAreen Khaleeji cuisine.

Al Areen Palace, Tel: 1784 5000.

D 20 Butcher Shop & Grill South African family chain. Non alcohol.

City Centre, Tel: 17 172 323

CUT by Wolfgang Puck Bahrain’s newest steakhouse located at the Four Seasons, Tel: 1711 5000.

D 140 Ibrida Live music. Ramee Grand, Seef, Tel: 17 111 999 Legendz at the InterContinental Regency, Tel: 17 227 777.

Links Features include a cocktail bar, an outdoor terrace, and floor to ceiling picture windows overlooking the golf courses.

Royal Golf Club, Tel: 1775 1262.

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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.

LEBANESE Al Fayez Lebanese upscale fine dining with produce delivered directly from Lebanon. Traditional Lebanese food with a cultural modernized twist.

Reef Island. Tel. 13320612

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

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SO WHAT DO YOU THIN There’s THE BEST, and there’s THE REST!

Some restaurants are better than others, and some are REALLY SPECIAL maybe for their presentation of cuisine… or atmosphere… or value… or service… or entertainment… or combinations of all of these… or for other reasons!

Unlike competitive sports which have clear winners (and losers), restaurants cater to all sorts of niches and tastes. What appeals to some will not appeal to others.

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We will pick 6 replies at random, the senders of which will each win dinner for 2 at one of Bahrain’s best restaurants.

This month’s winner is announced in Bahrain Confidential’s December issue.

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Hidden Gems Some of our favourite family places where you can enjoy a feast for less than BD5.

Alexandria Grills Tables set-up on the sidewalk! As you watch the buzzin’ streets, they’re grillin’ delicious meat & chicken tikka right in front of you! Old Palace Rd. (across from Daiso).

Indian - Under BD5 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

Olivos Brasserie Casually elegant eatery. Diplomat Radisson, Tel: 17 531 666.

D 35 Rayes Lebanese food with outdoor seating looking across a small marina.

Fateh Corniche, Manama, Tel: 17 312 700 D 15, L 5 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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Bahart Dishes from across the Arab world, accompanied by sounds of live Oud player. Le Meridien, Tel: 1717 1111.

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Reef Garden Dining with a modern Arabic twist as well as finger food, savory crepes and delicious traditional Saj. Reef Island. Tel. 17564730.

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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 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, Iranianstyle 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

“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 – 150 fils! Adliya, Osama bin Zaid Avenue - see map

Aryas Bhavan Vegetarian restaurant 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 tandoori chicken, this smallfamily 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 small-hole-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

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

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“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 - see map

…. and that includes YOU! SEEF CROSSFIT Conveniently located in Seef. Fully qualified instructors.

First lesson FREE!

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

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Festive Fun in Bahrain!

Gulf Hotel

Tree Lighting & Caroling: 3rd December, 6pm onwards Christmas Celebrations: • Eve buffet at Waha for BD20++, 6 to 12 years 50 per cent off and below 5 years, complimentary. Eve set menu at Fusions and La Pergola • Christmas day dinner at La Pergola for BD26++/24++.

• Christmas day brunch at the lobby for BD27++/20++/24++17++ and 6 to 12 years 50 per cent off, below 5 years, complimentary • Christmas day buffet at Waha for BD20++/18++ and 6 to 12 years 50 per cent off, below 5 years, complimentary New Year Fun: • Eve buffet at Al Waha for BD35++/32++ and 6 to 12 years 50 per cent off, below 5 years, complimentary – tickets required • Lebanese new year eve at Zahle for BD69++/62++ - tickets required • Eve romance at Fusions and La Pergola for BD26++/24++ - tickets required • Royal Thai exclusive dinner for 2 on the terrace for BD55++ • Eve party at Sherlock Homes bar for BD10/8 net – tickets required • Eve party at Typhoon bar for BD12/10 net – tickets required • New Year’s day lobby brunch for BD29++/22++/23++/18++ and 6 to 12 years 50 per cent off, below 5 years, complimentary Boxing Day Brunch on 26th December for BD10++/8.5++ Tickets available at the hotel from 3rd December. For bookings, call Tel. +973 1774 6403

Sofitel

Tree Lighting & Caroling: 10th December, 6pm onwards Christmas Eve Dinner: 24th December, 7pm to 10.30pm at Saraya for BD22 net Christmas Brunch: 25th December, 12.30pm to 4pm at Saraya, Wok and

Fiamma plus a kids corner for your children to enjoy! BD42/21 net and for kids less than 6 years, complimentary New Year Dinner: • From Rio to Manama Get ready for an evening of feathers, breathtaking performances of Brazilian Samba, 31st December, 8pm onwards at Nakheel Ballroom.

BD75 net and BD70 net for Carte Privilege Holders. Group rates for 10 persons or more available.

• Drink, Eat, Party and Sleep for BD199 net only!

Sofitel has designed a special early bird room’s package for two people including one night’s stay in a luxury room, two tickets to the Rio to Manama dinner party in addition to breakfast on New Year’s day.

• Pashawat Arabic Restaurant Enjoy Arabic cuisine and live Arabic entertainment for BD75 net (BD70 Carte Privilege Holders) on 31st December, 8pm to 2am.

For reservations, call Tel. +973 1763 6363 or email H6722@sofitel.com

Ramee Grand

Tree Lighting & Caroling: 5th December, 5pm to 7pm Christmas Eve Buffet: 24th December, 7pm to midnight for BD18++ at Lemon Tree Christmas Brunch: 25th December, noon to 4pm for BD20++ at Lemon Tree New Year Dinner: • Celebrate in style with a 5-course Japanese menu at Ruka on 31st December, 7m to 2am for BD45 • New Year eve dinner with seafood buffet at Lemon Tree on 31st December, 7pm until midnight plus free entry for Ibrida party Christmas & New Year Parties: • Christmas Eve Party at Ibrida: 24th December, 11pm to 2am • New Year’s Eve Party at Ibrida

Enjoy a live performance by Massari, Lebanese Canadian R&B, pop, and hip-hop singer, on 31st December, 7pm to midnight.

• Bollywood Fusion in Acacia Ballroom: Enjoy a lavish buffet of traditional and contemporary dishes, and groove to great music by a live Desi DJ on 31st December, 9pm to 2am.

• Desi Party at Rasoi: Go on a culinary journey this New Year’s eve with a desi party – live gazal entertainment with a 4-course menu – and get free access to the Bollywood Fusion in Acacia Ballroom.

• Afterparty in Red Lions: Get a free pass to the sports bar after party with complimentary finger food from 3am to 4.30am For reservations, call Tel. +973 1711 1999

Four Seasons

Turkey To Go: Roast turkey starting from BD78++ and extra portions of sides for BD4++/10++. Honey baked spiral ham starting from BD21++ and USDA roast beef starting from BD18++ per kg.

Christmas & New Year at Bahrain Bay Kitchen: • Christmas Eve Dinner: 24th December, 7pm to 11pm for BD30++/36++ • Christmas Brunch: 25th December, 12.30pm to 3.30pm for BD30++/36++ • Christmas Dinner – Turkey Dinner on 25th December, 7pm to 11pm for BD21++ • New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet including the signature seafood mountain of Canadian lobster, Alaskan king crab, smoked BBQ wagyu short ribs – Asian and Arabic – and more for BD30++/36++, 8pm to 1am on 31st December • New Year’s Brunch: International specialties to enjoy on 1st January Bahrain101.com | December 2015

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Nightlife for BD30++/36++ from 12.30pm to 3.30pm

31st December, 9pm to 2am for BD50++/25++ (for outlet guests)

Christmas & New Year at CUT

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For bookings, call Tel. +973 1711 5500

• Christmas 4-course Dinner: 24th and 25th December, 7pm to 12.30am for BD40++ • CUT Christmas Brunch: 25th and 26th December, 12.30pm to 3.30pm for BD29++ • New Year’s Eve Dinner: 31st December, 7pm to 9pm for a 3-course menu with 50 per cent discount on Azure party tickets, all for BD80++ OR a 3-course menu and party at CUT Bar & Lounge with cash bar sparkling midnight toast, all for BD110++ from 9.30pm until the party mood lasts Christmas & New Year at re Asian Cuisine

K Hotel

Christmas Eve Dinner: 24th December at Kenza for BD20++ Christmas Brunch Buffet: Enjoy an intimate buffet for BD20.5++ with entertainment by the resident duo band Julia & Olek and surprise gifts New Year’s Eve: • Bring in 2016 on 31st December, 9pm to 2am with gourmet dishes at the K Lounge plus live entertainment by the sparkling duo Julia & Olek as well as a DJ. All for BD10++/20++ (four-course set menu)

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complimentary Christmas Brunch: La Mosaique, Harvesters and Cappuccinos invite you to enjoy the yuletide spirit with their festive brunch with prizes and more, all for BD37 net, 5 to 10 years for BD19 net and kids less than 5 years, complimentary Boxing Day Brunch: La Mosaique invites you to celebrate the day of goodwill right after Christmas on 26th December for BD30, 5 to 10 years for BD13 net and kids less than 5 years, complimentary New Year Festivities • Mardi Gras on 31st December with a carnival and live band from the UK, dance show plus DJ, all for BD75 net • New Year Dinner on 31st December at La Mosaique with a grand buffet for BD30 net, 5 to 10 years BD 16 net and less than 5 years complimentary • Ride the Wave on New Year’s eve, 31st December at Waves with seafood from the hotel’s specialty seafood market for BD38, 5 to 10 years for BD18 and less than 5 years complimentary • Tamasha literally meaning ‘the show’ in Hindi vows to entertain you with Bollywood fun and music for BD30 net, 5 to 10 years for BD14 and under 5 years complimentary

• 8-course Dinner: 24th and 25th December, 7pm onwards for BD40++ • New Year’s Eve Dinner: 31st December, 5-course menu with 50 per cent discount on Azure party tickets, all for BD80++ from 7pm to 9pm OR 8-course menu with party at Blue Moon Lounge and cash bar sparkling midnight toast, all for BD110++, 9.30pm onwards

Nightlife

Christmas & New Year at Vento • 7-course Dinner with a set menu of Italian seafood on 31st December, 8pm to 1am for BD42++ • 4-course Dinner with traditional Italian homemade dishes on 24th December, 7pm to 11pm for BD35++ Azure New Year’s Eve Party with a white theme, entertainment, sparkling refreshments and lavish bites on 24

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• Enjoy New Year at Kenza with a delectable Arabic buffet for BD12++ including the midnight toast New Year’s Brunch: Enjoy the hotel’s signature Bigger Brunch on 1st January at Kenza For bookings, call Tel. +973 1736 0000 or email restaurants@thekhotel.com

Crowne Plaza Christmas Eve Dinner: • La Mosaique invites you to indulge in a delicious buffet on 24th December for BD26 net, 5 to 10 years for BD11 net and kids less than 5 years complimentary • Waves invites you to dine from its specialty seafood market on 24th December for BD38, 5 to 10 years BD18 and kids less than 5 years,

• Bring on the Bling: Mardi Gras comes to Harvesters, all for BD12 net – entrance fee ONLY and for guests above 21 years For reservations, call Tel. +973 1753 1122

Elite Resort

Christmas Dining & Party • Christmas Brunch on 25th December, 12pm onwards by the poolside for BD20 net/BD5 for kids less than 10 years. Kids can have fun with with a surprise visit by Santa and more!

• La Brasserie poolside dinner on 24th Dec, 8.30pm onwards for BD20 net, BD5 net for kids less than 10 year • Shift 7 Festive Party on 24th December, 8.30pm onwards BD5 entrance New Year Dining & Party • La Brasserie & Waikiki invites you on 31st December, 8.30pm onwards

Nightlife for BD20 net, BD10 net for kids less than 10 years with live music • Al Noor Tent’s New Year’s Eve Arabic themed party on 31st December, 8.30pm onwards for BD50 net with buffet and entertainment

BD35/45/62.5 net

spirit with festive delicacies for BD41

New Year’s Eve Party with Explosions at Downtown Bar for BD10 net

New Year’s Eve Vegas Nights The hotel will fly in dancers and performers from the UK for a Las Vegas themed NYE party in addition to hosting an in-house DJ. Performance will be in Silks (BD70net), the Gallery restaurant (BD75net) and Flamingo (BD65net)

Christmas Pool Party for BD25 net at Elements Pool and Lounge

• O-Club New Year Party on 31st December, 8.30pm onwards for BD30 with signature drinks and snacks

New Year Countdown for a special package of BD30 with DJ performing from 9 pm onwards

For reservations, call Tel. +973 1736 5444

Arabesque Pool Party from noon onwards with DJ Detour’s performance from 1pm until 4pm.

Arabic Duo will perform from 8pm to 12 am. Arabic Live station with grills and special menu, all for BD15/25 net at Elements Pool and Lounge.

Elite Crystal

The Lotus Christmas Lunch on 25th December, noon onwards for BD9.5 net

Turkey package with sides 5kg BD55, 8kg BD88 Gingerbread House Decorating on 12th December, 3pm to 5pm for BD10 For reservations, call Tel. +973 1746 0017

Awtar New Year Party with live Arabic entertainment on 31st December, 8.30pm onwards for BD75 net

For reservations, call Tel. +973 1722 7777

Ritz-Carlton

Klub 360 New Year Party on 31st Dec, 8.30pm onwards, BD25 for gents/BD15 for ladies with international DJ

Meisei

New Year Party Mesei will host the Saxations from London. Star performers, Chez Taylor, Laura Sutherland and Cat Miles will bring in 2016 in style!

• La Med on 24th December, 7pm to 11pm for BD35++/18++ for 4 to 12 years

For reservations, call Tel. +973 1736 0320

Greet the Light winter solstice festival on 17th December

Elite Grande

For reservations, call Tel. +973 1700 7770

• Zodiac Festive Party on 24th December, 8.30pm onwards for BD15 net

The Westin & Le Meridien

Christmas Dining & Party:

• H2O BBQ Night on 24th December, 8.30pm onwards for BD15 net • Julios Christmas Lunch on 25th December, noon onwards for BD15 net New Year Events • H2O Party on 31st December, 8.30pm onwards for BD30 net with special grill buffet and live DJ • Zodiac Lounge Party on 31st December, 8.30pm onwards for BD35 net with special finger bites and entertainment with a solo lady singer For reservations, call Tel. +973 3602 0750

InterContinental Regency

Tree Lighting & Caroling: 3rd December Christmas Eve and Christmas for BD35 net at Legendz Steakhouse New Year’s Eve Dinner for

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet on 24th December at Saveur for BD16++/26++, 7pm to 11pm New Year Day breakfast on 1st January ‘16 at Saveur for BD12++/10++, 6,30am to 4pm

Sparkling Brunch at Baharat on 25th December, 12.30pm to 4pm for BD28++/18++ New Year Eve’s Retro 70s and 80s Disco Fever at Baharat on 31st December for BD30++/40++, 7pm to 1am New Year’s Sparkling Brunch at Baharat on 1st January ’16, 12.30pm to 4pm for BD24++

Christmas Eve

• Plums on 24th December, 7pm to 11pm for BD55++ • Primavera on 24th December, 7pm to 11.30pm for BD32++ • Ritz Gourmet Lounge on 24th December, 7pm to 11.30pm for BD20++ Christmas Day Brunch • Grand Foyer on 25th December for BD39++/20++ for kids • La Med on 25th December, 12.30pm to 4.30pm for BD35++/18++ for kids New Year’s Eve Dinner • La Med on 31st December, 7pm to midnight for BD39++/20++ for 4 to 12 years • Plums on 31st December, 7pm to midnight for BD65++ • Primavera on 31st December, 7pm to midnight for BD49/39/29 • Ritz Gourmet Lounge on 31st December, 7pm to midnight for BD20++

Bizzare Lounge New Year’s Eve on 31st December, 8pm to 1.30am for BD10++ entrance/BD30++ For reservations, call Tel. +973 1717 1111

Mövenpick

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Nightlife • New Year’s Day Brunch at La Med on 1st January ’16 for BD35++/18++ for kids

• Day lunch at Al Safir for BD19.9++ and dinner at Al Safir, 7.30pm to 11.30pm for BD12.9++

• New Year’s Eve Party on 31st December, 8pm to 2am, BD54++/45++

New Year Dining

For reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 0000

• Eve dinner at Al Safir for BD22++

Royal Golf Club

For reservations, call Tel. +973 1753 3533

Christmas Buffet Lunch at Links on 25th December, noon to 4pm for BD29 net New Year’s Eve Set Dinner at Links on 31st December, 7pm onwards for BD36 net For reservations, call Tel. +973 1775 0777

Sheraton

Tree Lighting & Caroling: 9th December Christmas Dining • Eve dinner at Al Safir on 24th December, 7.30pm to 11.30pm for BD13.9++ • Eve dinner at Soie on 24th December for BD14.9++/19.9++

• Eve dinner at Soie for BD16.9++/21.9++ • Day lunch at Al Safir for BD13.9++

Ramee Rose

Winter Wonderland Christmas Party at Club XS on 24th December for BD5 entry Masquerade Party Usher in the New Year on 31st December at Club XS for BD20 .Doors open at 9PM onwards Kabayanz Christmas on 25th December, 7pm to 2am with free entry New Year Cheer at Kabayanz with unlimited selected beverages for BD20 Other: • Popular Filipino artist Andrew E will perform at Kabayanz on 17th and

18th December, 9pm to 2am For Club XS bookings, call Tel. +973 3369 8819 and for Kabayanz bookings, call Tel. +973 3354 4276/6695 0526

Al Areen Palace

Gingerbread House Celebrate the spirit of Christmas and personalize your own gingerbread house for BD8++ per child from 1pm to 3.30pm on 12th December at the foyer National Day Enjoy a special 20% discount on all services from 16th December to 18th December New Years Eve: • Enjoy luxury dining and entertainment on 31st December 2016 with DJ Adel and a lavish dinner buffet for BD20++ from 7pm onwards • Enjoy a special 4-course gourmet set menu with midnight bubbles at Keizo and live international entertainment, 7pm onwards for BD25++. Private Gazebos at BD 50++ For bookings, call Tel. +973 1784 5000

Live Music Scene ANDY GATES @Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa Voted Best Event 2006 by the University’s Students Union for his debut gig, DJ Andy has gained residencies for renowned house music brands and also played at many of London’s premiere nightspots.

Nightlife

Genre: House, Pop, RnB, Garage & more!

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with unlimited selected drinks for ladies. Happy Hour everyday, 7pm to 10pm.

Genre: International Performing at: Ibrida For bookings, call Tel. +973 1711 1999

Performing at: Ibrida For bookings, call Tel. +973 1711 1999

Nightlife Performing at: Downtown Bar For bookings, call Tel. +973 1722 7777

Intencion Band QBA Inside @ Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa The all-new Cuban band, “QBA Inside” (QBA: phonetic sound of Cuba!) is energetic, performing at Tapas and La Mer as well as during the Friday Brunch starting at 1pm.

Genre: Cuban traditional music, contemporary & international Performing at: Tapas and La Mer In the mood for something more Arabic?

Enjoy entertaining belly-dancing performances with unique singers and impressive musicians at Pashawat from Monday to Friday, 9pm onwards.

Genre: Arabic Performing at: Pashawat For bookings, call Tel. +973 1763 6363

For bookings, call Tel. +973 1753 1122 Intencion Band @ Sheraton Bahrain Meet the new band from Cuba at Sheraton Bahrain. If you love Latin music don’t miss their live performance every day except Saturdays from 9.15pm to 12.45am during the weekdays and from 9.15pm to 1.30am during the weekends.

Genre: Latin

Steller Band @Kabayanz Experience nightlife the Filipino way with live foot-tapping music by Stellar band and resident DJ Francis. Visit the Kabayanz at Ramee Rose from 9pm to 2am.

For further info, call Tel. +973 6695 0526 The Harmony Trio @Trader Vic’s Love the vibrant resident Cuban band at Trader Vic’s? Try out this all-new European band preluding the late night Cuban vibes every evening from 5pm until 9pm.

Genre: Retro Performing at: Trader Vic’s For bookings, call Tel. +973 1 758 6555

Performing at: An Nada Lounge For bookings, call Tel. +973 1753 3533 Explosions @ InterContinental Regency Bahrain The Explosions are a 6-Piece band formerly based in the UK, and have performed around the globe including New Zealand, Dubai, Bahrain, Australia, and cruises worldwide.

Explosions perform Tuesday to Sunday from 9pm onwards.

Genre: Hard Rock, Pop, Funk, Dance & Groove

Groove Thing @ Crowne Plaza Bahrain Popular for their renditions of classic to the most current repertoires, this 8-piece band promise an evening of fun with friends!

Genre: Ballad, Jazz, Hip-hop, Hard rock Performing at: Harvesters Pub The Buddies @ Crowne Plaza Bahrain Sharing the stage with Groove Thing is this 5-piece dance group known for its theatrical dance performances.

All this PLUS the in-house mixer VDJ Ooops spells great nightlife!

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Nightlife

Davy Crockett’s restaurant and bar with live band. Very busy at weekends. Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tel: 3992 2583.

Downtown Jam Night on Sundays where you receive a complimentary drink if you participate with the resident band. Central Business District InterContinental, Tel: 1722 7777.

– THE BEST (as decided by our readers poll)

Elements Offers a poolside lounge in an open white room.

Central Business District, InterContinental, Tel: 1722 7777.

Lively at weekends

Fiddlers Green Irish themed pub. Diplomat Radisson Blu, Diplomatic Area, Tel: 1753 4666.

Blaq Velvet Underground DJ Damian D’Costa is a regular installment with a dedicated following. Juffair, Grand Safir Hotel, Tel: 3398 0122.

Harvesters Large pub with outside seating. Live band. Crowne Plaza, Diplomatic Area, Tel. 1753 1122.

Bora Bora 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.

Ibrida The biggest club in Bahrain with resident band and other stage events. Seef, Ramee Grand Hotel, Tel: 1711 1999.

JJs Irish bar and restaurant, extremely popular for its famous Monday Microphone Madness night, host to Bahrain’s Karaoke Idol, and Sunday’s Quiz and Disco Bingo night. Adliya Tel: 3932 9083.

night. Juffair, Tel: 1772 5550.

Sherlock Holmes large English themed pub with live band. Gulf Hotel, Adliya, Tel: 1771 3000 Sky Bar Outdoor rooftop experience.

Music to suit the mood of the night makes this venue come alive. Closes when the summer gets too hot.

Juffair, Hotel Diva, Tel: 3971 8101.

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.

Takasim Arabic night club with live Performances and gourmet cuisine. Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair. Tel. 1761 6167 Trader Vic’s Sociable atmosphere.

Sit outside to enjoy one of the most beautiful settings in Bahrain. Ritz Carlton, Tel: 1758 6555. High $$$ 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.

Bushido Enormous Samuraithemed Japanese restaurant by day, and offshoot of Buddha Bar by night. Seef, near RitzCarlton. Tel: 1758 6555. High $$$

Upstairs Downstairs Bahrain’s favourite jazz venue, renowned for its live music Dinner Shows. Adliya, Tel: 1771 3093.

Camelot Friendly bar and restaurant located in a faux castle.

Live singer. Adliya, Tel: 3997 7540.

Wrangler A very wild Wild West Saloon, playing RnB. Juffair, Tel: 1729 0600.

Nightlife

Klub 360 Large club that hosts many international DJ nights. Juffair, Elite Crystal Hotel, Tel: 1736 0300.

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

Amwaj, Dragon Hotel, Tel: 1603 9800.

Pulse Lively Arabic nightclub, Al Safir Hotel, Juffair, Tel: 1782 7999

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

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Ric’s Kountry Kitchen A popular American venue with a lively karaoke

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

Ritz Carlton, Seef, Tel: 1758 0000 Cellar 59 A wine bar and cellar at the newly opened ART Rotana, Amwaj Tel: 1600 0111. Moderate $$ Flamingo Bar Classy cocktail and cigar lounge by the pool. Moevenpick Hotel, near Airport, Tel: 17460 000.

Nightlife Lagoon Open from 9am till sunset. Has a central pool bar that you can swim up to. Zallaq, Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea and Spa, Tel: 1763 6363.

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

Mai-Tai Trader Vic’s little sister, the Polynesian theme remains, but the venue, set in the lake, takes the tempo a step down.

Seef, Ritz-Carlton. Tel: 1758 6555.

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

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

Juffair, The K Hotel, Tel: 1736 0000.

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

Ladies Nights

Camelot, Adliya, Unlimited cocktails BD5 from 7pm, Wednesdays only. Live music.

Tel: 39 977 540.

Cellar 59, ART Rotana, EVERY NIGHT, Amwaj, 3 free drinks. 5pm2am. Live DJ. Tel: 33 165 333.

Club XS Ramee Rose Hotel, Juffair.

Monday and Tuesday. Selected free drinks. Tel. 1761 6167 Club Buffalo EVERY NIGHT (except Thursdays). Various offers. Live band. Tel: 39 508 403.

Wrangler, Juffair Grande Hotel, Sun, Tues, Fri. Free drinks 8pm-2am! DJ. Tel: 39 831 380.

Davy Crocketts, Hotel Diva, Juffair, Tue & Wed. 5 free drinks 8pm-1am. Live music.

Tel: 36 089 534.

Downtown, Intercontinental Regency Hotel, Sat, Wed, Thurs.

Various offers. Live band.

Tel: 35 034 768.

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

Tel: 39 610 405.

- Offers apply to LADIES ONLY

Finesse Klub K360, Elite Crystal Hotel, Juffair, Sun & Wed. BD5 for unlimited drinks all night from 9pm – 2am! Live DJs. Tel: 36 025 360.

Barrel Crystal Palace Hotel, Juffair, EVERY NIGHT - 3 free drinks 9pm1am. Live band. Tel: 66 901 323.

Harvesters, Crowne Plaza, Mon & Fri. Different offers.

Live band. Tel: 39 257 876.

Bambu, Adliya, EVERY NIGHT - 3 free drinks from 3pm-2am including house cocktails. Tel: 36 020 710.

Ibrida Ramee Grand Hotel, Seef, Tuesday to Friday. Unlimited drinks 9pm -1am. Live music. Tel: 36 897 378.

Brazil, Adliya, Tue & Wed. Unlimited food & drinks for BD12 (guys pay BD20). Live music on Wed. Tel: 17 826 686.

JJs Irish Restaurant, Adliya, Sat, Sun, Tue, Wed. Unlimited drinks for BD4. Live DJ. Tel: 39 329 083.

Bushido, Seef, Thursdays only.

Free drinks from 9pm-1am. LIVE DJ. Tel: 17 583 555.

Kabayanz, Ramee Rose Hotel Selected complimentary drinks. Every Monday,

Tuesday and Wednesday.

Tel: 3354 4276/6695 0526 Meisei Wed only. Free wine 7pm -11pm. Live music. Tel: 1700 7770 The Hub, Ramee Monroe Hotel, Wed only. Unlimited free drinks 9pm-2am. Live music Tel: 39 175 424.

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

Upstairs Downstairs, Adliya, EVERY NIGHT, BD6 for six selected drinks.

7.30 pm - midnight. Live music. Tel: 36 869 843.

Warblers, Ramee Baisan Hotel, Hoora, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues. 3 free drinks 9pm-1am. Live band.

Tel: 38 381 631.

essential info 24-Hour Pharmacies Jaffer Pharmacy Tel. 1729 1039 18, Tarfah bin Al Abid Avenue, Manama 319 Nasser Pharmacy Tel. 1774 0900 63-B, Qadisiya Avenue, Manama 332 Awal Pharmacy Tel. 1777 2023 30 Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Avenue, East Riffa 901 Muwasaa Pharmacy Tel. 1733 5666 Shaikh Mohd bin Salman Avenue, Road 205, Muharraq Flight Info Airport Flight Info Tel. 1733 9339 British Airways Tel. 1758 7777 Turkish Airlines Tel. 1731 2233 Air India Tel. 1729 6444 Cathay Pacific Tel. 1722 6226 Emirates Tel. 1758 8700 Etihad Tel. 16500444 Gulf Air Tel. 1733 5777 Jet Airways Tel. 1722 7114 KLM Tel. 1722 9747 Kuwait Airways Tel. 1722 3300 Lufthansa Tel. 1782 8762 Qatar Airways Tel. 1721 2202 Saudi Airlines Tel. 1721 1550 Bahrain101.com | December 2015

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