Kuwait City Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kuwait City

January 16, 2018 Marlin Saiz

The economic, cultural, and political capital of Kuwait, Kuwait City sits on the shores of the Persian Gulf, and is a mixture of exclusive Western-style hotels, designer shopping malls, traditional Islamic architecture, street markets, and still war torn buildings. The painted steel Kuwait Towers are the symbol of the city, and feature a viewing platform and restaurant looking out over Kuwait. Visit the Sadu House to learn about Bedouin culture and shop for handmade crafts and fabrics.
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1. slider station

Kuwait City, Kuwait Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Outdoor Seating American, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$118 - HK$157
Excellent
62%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 182 reviews

slider station

Reviewed By KhalilEK - Bahrain

The burgers are great specially the TNT which is spicy, the portion size a bit small and pricey but worth trying, not the best but it is great

2. Al Boom Steak and Seafood

Radisson Blu Hotel | Al Bida'a Road, Salwa, Kuwait, Kuwait City 13122, Kuwait Parking Available, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Outdoor Seating, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Accepts Credit Cards Seafood, Steakhouse, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Late Night HK$314 - HK$471 +965 2567 3430
Excellent
57%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 159 reviews

Al Boom Steak and Seafood

Savor the charcoal-grilled seafood, steak and other specialties of Al Boom. Kuwait visitors will want to experience this unique dining venue aboard a traditional Arabic dhow. Sumptuous teak with gold-leaf accents gives this landlocked vessel the atmosphere of luxury sailing. Complete your VIP experience with expertly brewed coffee in the Captain's Diwaniya.

Reviewed By Daniel S - California

The restaurant is inside of a converted sailing ship that is permanently built into the landscape near the Radisson Blu Hotel. It is not on the water, but on land and it is totally stable. It is a steak and seafood restaurant. They take major credit cards, and can take large parties. We found the staff to be great, with attentive service and the food was very good. The main dish selections all come with access to a large variety of appetizers and salad items that would be sufficient to be a meal on their own if one wished as well as desserts. Like almost everywhere in Kuwait, the establishment is dry with no alcohol being legal to be served. You can expect equivalent of $70-$90 per person to visit for the inclusive meal. Being at a very nice hotel, the price seemed normal to me for the quality of the meal and service. I would advise to go try it if in a group, but maybe not as a lone individual.

3. Mais Alghanim

Gulf Road, Across From Kuwait Towers | Sharq, Kuwait City 13012, Kuwait Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Delivery, Reservations, Validated Parking, Accepts Credit Cards Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$118 - HK$235 +965 2225 1155
Excellent
51%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Mais Alghanim

The history of Mais Alghanim Restaurant dates back to the previous century when our founding father Edmond Barakat (Abu Emile), opened a canteen for the employees of Yusuf Ahmed Alghanim & Sons Co., called “Mess Alghanim”.Over time, strong ties and personal relations grew between Abu Emile, Kuwaiti, and Expatriate Families extending over three phases and three generations. The first phase commenced in 1953 during which complete meals and take-away services were offered transforming the canteen into a restaurant for one and all.In 1974, Emile Barakat (Abu Edmond) presided over the business from his late father marking the beginning of the second phase. Under his leadership, the restaurant moved to the old Kuwait Television station in 1987 where it was registered at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in the name of Yusuf Ahmed Alghanim & Sons Co. It was at this time that the name was changed from“Mess Alghanim” to “Mais Alghanim”.Abu Edmond’s vision brought Mais Alghanim forward into the beginning of the third phase in 2003, to its present location, a building of true traditional Kuwaiti design, preserving the heritage and genuine tradition. With further development of this phase, Mais Alghanim continued the journey of hospitality by opening its doors to welcome guests at a new location in Mahboula in 2010.Hence, after more than 50 years of successful service, the late Abu Edmond’s brothers and eldest son continue to welcome you with the same spirit through Generations of Genuine Hospitality, and Good Food

Reviewed By Muhammad A - Kuwait City, Kuwait

we had late lunch early dinner. Though it was a Saturday and quite busy but we found a table so easy and managed to enjoy our meal quickly. The food was very nice, all ingredients were fresh. atmosphere is crowded ... but we didn't mind...MoreThank you for your review on our restaurant It's something our staff will definitely be proud of, and we are really glad that the food quality and service was up to your expectations, we hope to see you again soon, Your sincerely,

4. Freij Sweileh

Salem Mubarak Street | Salmiya, Kuwait City, Kuwait Delivery, Takeout, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +965 2573 7030
Excellent
47%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 413 reviews

Freij Sweileh

Reviewed By RoyX965 - Kuwait City, Kuwait

Been visiting this restaurant since a long time. But they lost their touch for a while. but after the renovation they have brought back the old charm. same great taste as before, crowed as always but a great place to enjoy authentic Arabic food. the staff are friendly and always helpful.

5. P.F. Chang's

The Avenues-Plot No.2 Al Rai Area Shuwaikh, Kuwait City, Kuwait Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible Chinese, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +965 2228 3763
Excellent
39%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 460 reviews

P.F. Chang's

Reviewed By 442essa

mylast visit was disappointed the food dishes is not tasty and not that great its abetty for the image of this place

6. SOLO Pizza Napulitana

Omar Ibn Al Khatab Street | Kuwait City, Sharq, Kuwait City, Kuwait Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Takeout, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Pizza, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Late Night +965 2247 4741
Excellent
62%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 215 reviews

SOLO Pizza Napulitana

“Pizza unites” was the message and the journey was long. The passion sparked in 2000 at Pizza Ciro, and all that came after was a fire to bring the true taste of Neapolitan pizza to Kuwait. A series of trials and error in the backyard with nothing but enthusiasm and a wood-fired oven. It was time to dig a little deeper and pursue it a little harder, with the help and guidance of Pizzaioli such as Enzo Coccia, Giulio Adriani shaped and kneaded the concept of simplicity and personality in our own pizza dough, with God’s blessing and patience SOLO was cultivated in the heart of Sharq, the taste of Napoli was born in Kuwait in 2011. #GodBless

Reviewed By H B

City urban ‘underground’ atmosphere - little to no traffic and close to building yard but no noise from that but gives an interesting big city atmosphere.
Pleasant service and the pizzas are crispy and topped with fresh ingredients.
Next door is a strange outdoor hanging-out place with non-italian style music that put us off unfortunately.

7. The Cheesecake Factory - Kuwait

The Avenues Mall, Kuwait City, Kuwait Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible Italian, American, Central American, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +965 2208 1254
Excellent
47%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 667 reviews

The Cheesecake Factory - Kuwait

Reviewed By Heaam A - Dubai

The avenue mall is the nicest mall here in Kuwait and cheesecake has a good location ! Service and food is great, we go there from time to the other.

8. Mughal Mahal salmiya

Salmiya, Salmiyah, Kuwait City, Kuwait Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Highchairs Available Indian, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +965 2572 2223
Excellent
32%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 128 reviews

Mughal Mahal salmiya

Reviewed By mido51us - Salmiyah, Kuwait

Very nice delicious food offering a good portion with variety of Indian food with very good price compared with quantity

9. Peacock Chinese Restaurant

Al Ta'awin Street | Radisson Blu Hotel, Salmiyah, Kuwait City 13122, Kuwait Parking Available, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards Chinese, Asian, Mongolian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner +965 2575 6000
Excellent
57%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 120 reviews

Peacock Chinese Restaurant

Enjoy the renowned dining experience filled with the flavor of China at the Peacock Chinese Restaurant. The oriental ambiance is underlined by the Chinese artifacts and decorations.

Reviewed By Alex V - Perm, Russia

The place is absolutely nice: design, service, tea and roasted nuts. Of course, food.
While waiting for food they serve roasted nuts: it some and if you order, for example, soup & dimsums that will be quite enough for a bite.
Portions are pretty small unlike usual practices in Chinese restaurants.

10. Pepper - Steak House

Al Ta'awun Street, Kuwait City 13036, Kuwait Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available Steakhouse, Grill, Gluten Free Options Dinner +965 2226 9600
Excellent
73%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 111 reviews

Pepper - Steak House

Combining quality ingredients with vibrant atmosphere, Pepper is the ideal steak restaurant to relax after a long day. Indulge in the most succulent of prime cuts, accompanied by delicious side dishes at Pepper restaurant at our hotel in Kuwait. Our experienced chefs know how to cook steak to perfection - whether you prefer your steak well done or rare, our tender steaks are expertly prepared.

Reviewed By Hermes_NL - The Hague, The Netherlands

Compared to both reputation and price, the food at the Pepper steakhouse was good but not great. Surf and turf a bit mean with one single shrimp. Of course if it had been possible to pair the meat with a glass of Malbec rather than lemon and mint, the opinion might have been swayed slightly more positively. C’est la vie.
Service and atmosphere top notch.

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