Bab Al Yemen — Restaurant in Munich

I’m willing to bet hundreds of dollars that this restaurant is undoubtedly the best Arab restaurant in Munich, and for me personally, the best restaurant in all of Munich. I don’t even know where to begin: firstly, the food is just insanely delicious, oh my god, for real, it really makes you realise how much Germany is missing out by not having any of these dishes in their cultural cuisine. From the delicious Fahsa to the staple mandi, and reaching to the beloved zerbiyan, and their desert and drinks are another tier as well. Everything on their menu is just so equally edible, it’s madness. You feel like you wanna get everything on there. Secondly, the atmosphere is just amazing. I came here with my friends at least 100 times by now, the vibes are so nice, the full on Arabic style, amazing. Thirdly, there’s a prayer room (masjid/mosque) on the inside of the restaurant for the Muslims who want to pray intermittently. For me personally this is a great upside, I almost always frequent that room to do my daily prayers after or sometimes before having a delicious meal. Fourthly, hygiene. On every restaurant review I mention this point, and if the hygiene is poor, then for me that’s a deal breaker with restaurants. This restaurant is, as it stands, an extremely hygienic one. I have never ever got even the slightest sore throat from this restaurant, as I unfortunately do with many of the Döner shops. Number 5: speed. They are extremely quick at preparing food even though actually the number of people in the kitchen is only like 3 or 4, whilst the demand is close to like a 100 on a busy day.

If I had more time I would have written 5 more points with fine detail, but believe me guys, this restaurant is really one of the best in Munich,...

DO NOT EAT HERE!

as a person who ate Yemeni food all around the world, this was the worst for many reasons

imagine waiting for a long time to get your table cleaned ( yes i was assigned with a dirty table), get your order taken, ignored from the workers, not getting all your order together and having to get up and serve yourself!

the food was pre prepared, heated upon serving, and not fresh .. which could be typical in a Yemeni restaurant but getting the food 2 min directly after ordering is suspicious.

moreover, they have almost 10 waiter’s in the restaurant, i’ve called all 10 of them and i was literally ignored by 9 of them!

i had to get up while eating to get my drinks and pay for my food when i was done.. i asked for lemons, asked for hot sauce, and drinks and i was ignored from all 9 of them!!

and the disaster was that the table with german people behind me had there table cleaned, food ordered and served within 5 min!! is this considered as discrimination? you tell me..

the only good thing was the Persian waiter who was the only respectful worker and did his best to help us although he was not assigned to our table.

One more thing to add, is there a single restaurant in the whole wide world who allows people to smoke in a dinning area while other people are eating!!!

so again, this was the worst Yemeni restaurant i’ve eaten at in the world, its bad an every concept imaginable, dont waste your money.

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I recently visited with my wife this halal Yemeni restaurant near Kaltplatz, Munich, and had the opportunity to try their lamb mandi. The dish was exceptionally flavorful and authentic, prepared in the traditional Yemeni style that truly captured the essence of its origins. The meat was tender, aromatic, and perfectly cooked, making it a satisfying and memorable meal.

What impressed me most about this restaurant was the unique ambiance and their attention to detail. The staff listen to Quranic recitation while preparing food in the kitchen, which adds a thoughtful spiritual element to their cooking process. The staff were friendly and could speak Arabic, further enhancing the authentic experience and making communication easy for Arabic-speaking customers.

The menu offered a wide range of options, catering to both Yemeni cuisine lovers and those eager to explore Middle Eastern dishes. The restaurant seemed to be a popular choice for Arab and Muslim communities, as most of the visitors appeared to be from those backgrounds.

Overall, this restaurant is an excellent spot for anyone looking for a genuine Yemeni dining experience. The combination of 😋 food, cultural authenticity, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a must-visit destination in Munich. I would highly...