Museum Café

Top choice in Bahrain


With the best sea views offered by any terrace on the island, this cafe is the perfect place to end an afternoon exploring the Bahrain Fort. Sip your aromatic, locally ground coffee, tuck into divine cakes sourced from local bakeries and watch the mudflats come alive with birds.


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