مطعم كرك غلام Karak Gholam Restaurant — Restaurant in Sharq

I recently visited Karak Gholam to pick up my favorite karak, and unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the usual high standards. The karak, which is usually served perfectly hot, was only warm this time—far from the comforting heat I’ve come to expect. I know they might have been busy, but that’s no excuse for compromising on quality.

What’s more disappointing is that even the taste wasn’t as good as it used to be. The rich, flavorful karak I loved felt watered down, lacking the boldness and balance I’ve always enjoyed. This was definitely not the experience I’ve come to associate with Karak Gholam.

I hope this was just an off day and not a reflection of a new norm. Consistency is key, and I really hope they bounce back to the great standards...

I tried the regular Karak at Karak Gholam, but found the pricing on the higher side compared to market rates. A “small” Karak (which is actually closer to medium in size) costs KD 1.100, while similar portions elsewhere are usually priced between KD 0.500 and KD 0.750. The tea itself was fine, but nothing exceptional, and for that price I don’t think it’s really worth it. I’d suggest a fairer price range of KD 0.500–0.750 for this size.

On the positive side, the service was excellent—the staff are very polite and welcoming. The atmosphere is pleasant, I’d rate it 4/5. The only downside is parking, which...

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