Muscat Foodie Itinerary for a Day

  1. 9:00 AM: Mutrah Fish Market
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Muscat city center

    Get a chance to experience the traditional Omani way of life, where locals bargain for the freshest catch of the day. You can buy fish and shellfish, and then have it cooked to your liking at nearby restaurants.

  2. 10:30 AM: Al Angham Restaurant
    5 minutes (0.5 miles) from Mutrah Fish Market

    This restaurant offers a luxurious dining experience, with a menu that highlights the traditional Omani cuisine. You can try the signature lamb shoulder here, which is cooked to perfection with Omani spices. Don’t miss out on the halwa, a traditional Omani dessert.

  3. 12:00 PM: Bait Al Luban
    10 minutes (1 mile) from Al Angham Restaurant

    Located in the heart of Muscat, this restaurant offers a wide range of traditional Omani dishes such as shuwa, machboos, and biryani. The restaurant is also famous for its homemade Omani bread and honey butter.

  4. 2:00 PM: Kargeen Cafe
    15 minutes (2 miles) from Bait Al Luban

    This cafe has a beautiful garden setting and is popular among locals. You can try the delicious Omani halwa and Omani coffee here. The menu also offers a variety of Middle Eastern and international cuisine.

  5. 4:00 PM: Omani Sweet House
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from Kargeen Cafe

    This sweet shop offers traditional Omani sweets such as halwa, baklava, and ma'amoul. You can see the sweets being made in front of you. The shop has a wide selection of sweets that will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mutrah Fish Market (1 hour, price varies)
  • Al Angham Restaurant (1.5 hours, OMR 20-30 per person)
  • Bait Al Luban (1.5 hours, OMR 10-20 per person)
  • Kargeen Cafe (2 hours, OMR 10-20 per person)
  • Omani Sweet House (30 minutes, OMR 5-10 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: OMR 45-80 per person
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