Conveniently located along the busy Budaiya Hwy, close to many of the temple ruins, Melissa's in-house ground coffee is the perfect preparation for a day of exploring. The cosy, family-friendly cafe-cum-restaurant-cum-butcher also offers great lunch and dinner options, including a good kids' menu. The South African theme naturally means steak is the house speciality.
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Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
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Deservedly the country's most popular attraction, this is an outstanding introduction to Bahrain's history, with signage in English and Arabic. It's…
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Beit Sheikh Isa Bin Ali Al Khalifa
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3. Saar Temple & Burial Chambers
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