Joanna James
Ranked among Oman's most popular coastal holiday hotspots, Sur is also home to some of the country's finest cafes and restaurants. Here's a rundown of some of the best eateries in Sur.
Although it's one of the few restaurants in Sur that offers delectable meal options for vegan and vegetarian diners, Zaki is perhaps best-known for its seafood delicacies. The restaurant's banana-leaf wrapped Hyderabadi fish recipe is a firm favourite in addition to the other Indian, Chinese and Omani dishes on the menu.
Easily accessible to those based at Sur Plaza and other hotels in town, Sur Istanbul Restaurant is one of the most conveniently located restaurants in Sur, Oman. Renowned for its traditional Omani meals and Turkish dishes, the Sur Istanbul Restaurant is also one of the best places to dig into grilled tawook and kebabs during a trip to the beach hotspot.
Considered the perfect place to dine for those in search of authentic Omani cuisine, the Mathaq Al Wajabat Al Suriyya restaurant employs traditional recipes that have been handed down through the generations. Serving everything from Biryanis and vegetable stews to classic chicken curries, it's the venue's grilled seafood dishes that keep patrons coming back for more.
Situated in the Bilad Sur Fort area, the New Sur Restaurant is a family-friendly dining hub that offers locals and travellers an array of mouthwatering Indian and Omani dishes. Although the Tandoori and Tikka Masala dishes are some of the most popular menu items at the restaurant, the venue's warm soups and noodle bowls are just as delicious.
Although local couples head to this charming little eatery from its stunning ocean vistas, what makes a dining experience at Yahar Restaurant & Kitchen an event to remember is its unique take on Eastern delicacies.
If there's one restaurant all biryani and makbous lovers must dine in during a trip to Sur, it's surely the Bawadi Al Ayjah Restaurant which is equally well-known for its steaks and salads.
Tourists with a hankering for Turkish food during a getaway in Sur should look no further than Forum Istanbul. Serving up piping hot shawarmas and pizzas, this centrally located restaurant close to the main road also offers massive portions.
Specializing in grilled ribs and kebabs, the Parkway Restaurant is an impressive diner that pulls out all the stops when it comes to the sheer range of meals and appetizers on offer.
As a favourite dining venue for local families, the Raydan Restaurant is another eatery that offers tourists a taste of authentic Omani fare.
When it comes to Sur's best seafood platters, look no further than the decadent options on offer at Al Hawash. Fans of creamy seafood chowder and shrimp tajine will find that this restaurant which doubles as a cafe also offers panoramic views of the ocean and the nearby lighthouse.
Tourists with a hankering for chaat bombs and samosas must make a reservation at RazmAzaan, the finest Indian restaurant in Sur.
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