Dining

Pilgrims, traders, and voyageurs have been coming to Jeddah for centuries, bringing with them delicacies from their lands and cultures. As a result, Jeddah's dining scene today is rich in variety and quality. The city boasts a wealth of fine international restaurants, bringing together flavours from around the world, which are then combined with local ingredients to create truly unique dishes.

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Chennai Darbar Restaurant

This restaurant represents the ultimate combination of Indian, Indo-Chinese, Arabian and Tandoori flavours. It offers classical dishes from the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The authentic taste and atmosphere may make you feel like you are on an exciting tour of South Indian culinary hot spots. The modest rates will make you want to …

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Section B

Section B is a great burger bar that welcomes its guests with a familiar atmosphere. Food is made entirely of the finest and fresh ingredients. Having the caramelised onions topping with your burger is absolutely essential. Cold drinks are served old-school, and their tasty desserts will leave you wanting …

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Sakura Japanese Restaurant

Sakura Japanese Restaurant is located at the ground floor of the luxurious Crowne Plaza Hotel. Open seven days a week, it offers high quality Japanese dishes prepared by Sakura head chef and his team. Enjoy a variety of food and drink options throughout the day, from fine dining to lighter meals and relax in …

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Dar Al Qamar

The Belajio Resort's premiere dining option, Dar El Qamar offers a huge and varied selection of cuisine styles, ranging from Italian to Indian to Lebanese. Take advantage of the outside seating among the lush gardens that surround the area or the terrace with an enchanting sea …

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Yildizlar

Serving up Turkish and Lebanese dishes, Yildizlar has been a local favourite for some time now. Crowds throng here for lunch, and getting a table can be difficult, so it is best to arrive early to be able to savour the world-class grill dishes or the lighter options such as soup or …

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Asia Restaurant

Another local favourite, Asia serves East and Southeast Asian speciality dishes that keep guests coming back time and time again. The Thai dishes are particularly popular, none more so than the Tom Yum Kum, which regulars claim is the best in the …

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