Qeshm Island
Conveniently located at the edge of Zeytoun Park and benefitting from top-notch views of the beach, Shabhaye Talai is easily the most atmospheric…
Must-see restaurants in Persian Gulf
Kish Island
This perennial fave, with large windows overlooking the beach, serves exciting fish dishes and shrimp as well as excellent salads. The food is super fresh…
Kish Island
This much-lauded eatery specialising in traditional Iranian food is the perfect place to try out kubide kabab (minced mutton, breadcrumbs and onion,…
Qeshm Island
Feel the sand between your toes at this casual family-run shack soothingly positioned right on the beach on Hengam Island. It serves only fresh fish and…
Bandar Abbas
This trendy institution with colourful tables offers a wide choice of savoury appetisers and mains at very palatable prices. For a quick bite, opt for a…
Kish Island
Shandiz Safari isn’t just a restaurant – it’s an experience, especially at dinner. This huge venture overlooking the seashore is the venue of choice for…
Qeshm Island
This simple place on the waterfront opposite the Ghal’e-ye Portoghaliha (ghaleh means ‘castle’ in Farsi) serves delicious Arabic seafood in the cool of…
Qasr Honar Traditional Restaurant
Bandar Abbas
After something extra-special? At this long-standing favourite you'll go giddy over the ever-so-slightly-OTT interior, with faux waterfalls, vines and…
Bandar Abbas
A great location on the seaside promenade and offerings that are a cut above the competition make this wildly popular place worth a visit. Tuck into well…
Bandar Abbas
Considered locally to offer the best kababs in town, this humming venue on the main drag has a well-priced menu and efficient waiters. Try the barg kabab,…
Bandar Abbas
If pressed, locals in the know will 'fess up and say that this discreet restaurant close to the bustling fish market is their favourite place to sample…
Qeshm Island
Hands down the best bakery–pastry shop in Qeshm Town, Nansito has a tantalising array of doughnuts, muffins and breads. It's across the road from Alvand 2…
Kish Island
If you're at the stage of screaming when presented with yet another meat dish with rice, this sleek fast-food joint may well be for you, with a wide array…
