Al Bahar

Top choice in Oman


Highly popular among day-tripping Omanis and expats from Muscat, this very good restaurant (one of several at the resort) serves extensive international buffets for lunch and dinner. Fish features on the menu but all tastes are catered for. Seating is in an attractive interior or on a terrace overlooking the resort's purpose-built harbour.


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