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Dining Out in Kuwait

Eating out is the national pastime. The variety is incredible, from street food to Michelin-level concepts.

Cheap Eats (Street Food)

1 - 3 KWD per person

Kalha

📍 Sharq, Salmiya

Legendary falafel and hummus. A breakfast staple.

Kurdo / Gad

📍 Everywhere

Reliable shawarma and grilled chicken chains.

Sharaf

📍 Kuwait City

Famous spicy falafel sandwiches.

Casual / Mall Dining

5 - 12 KWD per person

The Cheesecake Factory

📍 The Avenues, Grand Avenue

Massively popular in Kuwait. Huge portions, consistent quality.

Cocoa Room

📍 Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre

Famous for breakfast and brunch. High quality, trendy.

Slider Station

📍 Salmiya (Gulf Road)

The original conveyor belt burger joint. A local icon.

Fine Dining / Concepts

20 - 50+ KWD per person

White Robata

📍 JACC

High-end Japanese Robatayaki. Trendy, dark, loud, delicious.

Riccardo

📍 Sheraton Kuwait

Classic Italian fine dining. Old school elegance.

Open Flame Kitchen (OFK)

📍 360 Mall

Premium American/International fusion with a show.

💡 Insider Tips

  • Tipping is not mandatory but 10% is appreciated.
  • Most 'fine dining' is in 5-star hotels or the Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre (JACC).
  • No alcohol is served anywhere in Kuwait (dry country).