Bahrain Confidential’s Best Restaurants Awards 2025 was an eventful celebration of the island’s vibrant dining scene. On the 10th of December, the gorgeous Gardens of The Gulf Hotel Bahrain brimmed with glittering lights and a celebratory vibe – it was time to revel in recognition of Bahrain’s top restaurants.
Presented by American Express Middle East and held in partnership with Porsche, Fine Foods, The Gulf Hotel Bahrain and Gulf Brands International, the awards ceremony brought together hospitality leaders, culinary experts, and special guests to honour the best in Bahrain’s food industry.
Nicholas Cooksey, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Bahrain Confidential, explained the transparent voting process that makes these awards unique. A panel of 46 judges, including General Managers of five-star and leading four-star hotels, trusted food influencers, and industry experts, voted for their five favourite restaurants. Their choices determined the list of Bahrain’s 26 Best Restaurants by Judges’ Vote. To ensure complete fairness, neither Bahrain Confidential nor its partners influenced the results.
For the third time, the public also had a say. Diners across the island voted for their favourites, creating a separate list of the 25 Best Restaurants in Bahrain by Public Vote. This addition gave the awards a community-driven touch, celebrating the places that diners love most.
The event highlighted the incredible talent and hard work behind Bahrain’s thriving dining scene. From fine dining spots to hidden gems, the awards celebrated the chefs, teams, and establishments that make Bahrain a culinary hotspot.
The prestigious Awards cemented Bahrain Confidential’s role in supporting and showcasing the island’s food culture. It was a true celebration of the passion and excellence that define Bahrain’s dining experiences.
(in alphabetical order)
| ASTÉRIA |
| AVLI BY TASHAS |
| BUSHIDO BY BUDDHA-BAR |
| CAFE LILOU |
| CIPRIANI BAHRAIN |
| CLAY BAHRAIN |
| CUT BY WOLFGANG PUCK |
| FATTO |
| FISH MARKET |
| GB CAFE |
| KAYA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE |
| L’ORTO |
| LYRA |
| MANOS | THE FAMILY BISTRO |
| MASSO |
| MEI LING |
| MIRAI RESTAURANT & LOUNGE |
| MONSOON |
| MY CAFÉ |
| ORLA |
| OSTERIA PAPÀ |
| RE/ASIAN CUISINE |
| ROKA BAHRAIN |
| SATO JAPANESE RESTAURANT |
| SUMOSAN BAHRAIN |
| TAKHT JAMSHEED |
(in alphabetical order)
| BÁGH RESTAURANT & CAFÉ |
| BLACK ANGUS STEAKHOUSE |
| BO.SABI |
| BRASERO ATLÁNTICO |
| BUSHIDO BY BUDDHA-BAR |
| CANTINA KAHLO |
| CICO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT |
| GALLERY 21 |
| HAUS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE |
| JOE & THE JUICE |
| KULA |
| LEGENDZ STEAKHOUSE |
| MAI TAI LOUNGE ADLIYA |
| NOMAD URBAN EATERY |
| OAK |
| THE ORANGERY TEAROOM & PATISSERIE |
| ORIGIN KITCHEN & CULTURE |
| THE PELICAN CLUB |
| RAMENARA |
| SATO JAPANESE RESTAURANT |
| SCALINI BAHRAIN |
| SUSHISAMBA |
| THAI LOUNGE |
| TRADER VIC’S |
| URTH CAFFÉ |
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