Bahrain Bay Kitchen

Bahrain Bay Kitchen is the all-day international buffet restaurant of the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, located on Road 4613 in Bahrain Bay, a waterfront development in Manama, Bahrain. The Four Seasons stands on its own island-like site facing the Bahrain skyline, and the restaurant serves as its main casual dining room. As a hotel venue it is not tied to a single chef or Michelin recognition, but it is rated 4.4 out of 5 on Eatapp and has become a go-to for hotel guests and residents wanting a full-service buffet.

The Friday brunch is the best-known offer and the closest thing to a signature, drawing families and groups for a long afternoon meal. The international breakfast buffet is the other main service, with egg stations, pastries, fruit, Arabic dishes and hot items. Brunch usually covers live cooking stations, seafood, grills, mezze, carvery items and a large dessert section. Where the hotel is licensed, brunch beverage packages with wine and cocktails can be added, while juices, coffee and soft drinks are available throughout.

The dining room is large, bright and polished, with open kitchen counters and views of the bay. Dress is smart casual. The atmosphere is relaxed on weekday breakfasts and festive during Friday brunch, with moderate to high noise. Prices are upper mid-range, about BHD 15-35 per person, with brunch priced higher than the weekday breakfast.

Breakfast runs from about 07:00 to 11:00 Sunday to Thursday, and Friday brunch from about 13:00 to 16:00; visitors should confirm these times. Reservations can be made on +973 1711 5500, or through the hotel line on +973 1711 5000. Friday brunch should be booked several days ahead, while weekday breakfast usually requires little notice. Guests who prefer a calm start to the day will find weekday breakfast far quieter than the weekend brunch.