Updated 04 February 2026
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6 of the highest-ranked restaurants on MENA’s 50 Best list

6 of the highest-ranked restaurants on MENA’s 50 Best list

The Middle East and North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants list was announced this week, spotlighting standout dining destinations across the region. Here are six top-ranked restaurants.

  • Khufu’s

    Khufu’s sits within the Giza Pyramid Complex, serving contemporary Egyptian cuisine that reinterprets traditional dishes using modern techniques.

  • Kinoya

    Dubai’s Kinoya, founded by chef Neha Misra, is a ramen-focused Japanese restaurant known for scratch-made noodles and rich broths, blending casual izakaya dining with meticulous technique.

  • Tresind Studio

    Tresind Studio in Dubai presents a multi-course dining format in which dishes are organized by regions of India, drawing on historical references, seasonal produce and contemporary culinary techniques.

  • Orfali Bros

    Orfali Bros Bistro is a Dubai restaurant run by three Syrian brothers, combining savory and pastry kitchens to present a menu drawing on Syrian, regional and international influences.

  • Beihouse

    Beihouse is a multi-space dining complex in Beirut’s Gemmayzeh district, spanning restored villas and a central courtyard, presenting contemporary interpretations of Lebanese and Levantine cuisine.

  • Kuuru

    Kuuru is a Nikkei restaurant in Jeddah, combining Japanese and Peruvian influences, with a focus on raw seafood, sushi, and cooked dishes centered on Red Sea produce.