There is something about waffles that makes everything feel unhurried. Crisp lattice giving way to something soft and warm underneath. In Bahrain, where weekends revolve around long brunches and late-night dessert runs, the waffle has become quite essential.
The island’s cafes have folded in Bahraini halwa, layered it with falafel and poached eggs, and drizzled it with chilli honey. What began as a brunch staple is now a means for the kind of flavour-mixing the island’s top spots do naturally.
Whether you want a classic Belgian grid or something you have never seen on a waffle iron before, Bahrain delivers.
A dessert-first cafe with a cosy, low-lit feel suited to late-night cravings. Their waffle (BD 3.1) pairs well with a signature ice cream.
Location: Al Sayh Square and Jurdab
Delivery: Jahez, Keeta, talabat
A French patisserie in Saar that feels like stepping into a village in Provence. Their waffles and crepes section rewards the curious.
Location: Al Janabiyah (Saar area)
Order Online: talabat
A homegrown favourite with branches across the island. Try their Waffle or the savoury Waffle Omelette. Desserts sit around BHD 2.5 to 3.2.
Location: Manama, Seef, Riffa, and Janabiya
Order Online: talabat
Nutella waffles are the best seller here, and at BHD 2.5, it is easy to see why. The Belgian Chocolate Waffle is rich without being heavy.
Location: Hamad Town, Sanad, Sitra, and Muharraq
Order Online: talabat
This specialty coffee roastery does a proper Fried Chicken & Waffles (BHD 2.8) with maple syrup. The Banana Caramel Waffle (BHD 3.1) is another regular order.
Location: Seef (Bu Ghazal) and Galleria Mall, Zinj
Order Online: talabat
A warehouse-style cafe with exposed brick and board games on the shelf. Their Chicken Waffles feature maple sriracha bites with avocado mash (BD 4.6).
Location: Tubli
Order Online: talabat, Jahez, Ahlan
Did you know? Bahrain’s most iconic sweets shop, established in 1850, also serves waffles. The Halwa Waffle is a stroopwafel filled with traditional Bahraini halwa. Their cheese waffles round out the savoury side.
Location: Muharraq, including Souq Al Baraha
Order: 17345550 (WhatsApp)
The American all-day breakfast chain at Seef Mall. Classic Belgian Waffles, Strawberry Nutella Waffle, and Chicken & Waffles cover the full range. They’re open from 6:00 am onwards, so your early morning waffle cravings are sorted.
Location: Seef Mall, Gate 1, Manama
Order Online: talabat
Bahrain’s own fast-food icon since 1986. Not waffles on a plate, but waffle fries on the side. The Regular Waffle Fries (BHD 1) are crispy and the ideal companion to a Big J burger.
Location: Multiple, including Seef Mall, City Centre, Juffair, and Bahrain International Airport
Order Online: Download the Jasmi’s app
Running strong since 2006, this vibrant dessert cafe does fruit-forward waffles well. The Fruit Waffle and Ice Cream Waffle (BHD 3.75 each) are crowd pleasers.
Location: Juffair and Bu Kowarah, near Riffa
A newcomer specialising in bite-sized Belgian-style waffles. Fairy Chocolate Mini Waffles come in white, milk, and dark chocolate. Tiny Flake adds a cornflake crunch.
Location: Malkiya, with delivery across Bahrain
Order Online: talabat
Recently reopened at Bahrain City Centre. Their Chicken Waffle (BD 7.8) comes loaded with Korean BBQ sauce, chilli honey, and a fried egg.
Location: Bahrain City Centre and The Courtyard, Seef
An elegant tearoom inspired by the grand cafes of London and Paris. Their Falafel Waffle is the standout: avocado mousse, two poached eggs, peri peri tahini, cucumber pickles, and parsley. Inventive and entirely at home on a weekend brunch table.
Location: Adliya (Palmyard Hotel), The Avenues Mall, and Al Liwan Mall, Hamala
The organic cafe at Al Liwan serves a Classic Belgian Waffle that keeps things traditional. Paired with their specialty coffee, it makes for an unfussy brunch.
Location: Al Liwan, Hamala
Order Online: talabat
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