Indian restaurant beside Al Hamra Tower in Sharq.
Mughal Mahal Sharq is a mid-range Indian restaurant beside Al Hamra Tower in Sharq, the central business and shopping district of Kuwait City, Kuwait. It serves North Indian cooking in the Mughlai tradition, with spending of roughly KWD 6-12 per person. The location suits office workers at lunch and families in the evening, and puts the restaurant within reach of Sharq's malls and the waterfront. No chef lineage or awards are documented.
The signature dishes are butter chicken, lamb biryani and garlic naan. Butter chicken is the creamy tomato-and-butter curry with tandoor-cooked chicken that anchors many North Indian menus, lamb biryani is layered rice slow-cooked with spiced meat, and garlic naan is baked in the tandoor to accompany the curries. The specialty is North Indian curries and biryani, and the format is built for sharing, with several curries ordered together with rice and bread. Vegetarian curries and dals are normally available.
The room is comfortable and relaxed, with moderate noise and a family-friendly feel; dress is casual to smart-casual. Alcohol is not served in Kuwait, so diners choose lassi, juices, soft drinks or masala tea.
Reservations are recommended at weekends, when groups fill the room. On weekdays walk-in service is usually straightforward, though lunchtime can be busy with Sharq's office crowd. Visitors often pair a meal here with a visit to Al Hamra Tower's surrounding mall area and a walk toward the Sharq waterfront. Opening hours are not confirmed, so checking before arrival is sensible.
| Price | KWD 6-12 (~$19.50-39.00) per person |
|---|---|
| Reservations | Recommended at weekends |
| Address | Sharq, next to Al Hamra Tower, Kuwait City, Kuwait |
Signature dishes
- Butter chicken
- Lamb biryani
- Garlic naan
Good to know
- Known for
- North Indian curries and biryani
Location
Sharq, next to Al Hamra Tower, Kuwait City, Kuwait
29.3794, 47.9935 View on map
Highlights
- Butter chicken and lamb biryani as signature orders
- Tandoor-baked garlic naan
- Convenient Sharq location beside Al Hamra Tower
- Vegetarian curries and dals available
Tips for visiting
- Reserve at weekends for groups.
- Order biryani as a one-dish meal or several curries to share.
- Weekday lunch gets busy with Sharq office workers.
- Try lassi or masala tea; alcohol is not served in Kuwait.
- Confirm opening hours before visiting.
When to visit
Weekday evenings are relaxed; weekend dinner is busiest. Lunch can be crowded with office workers.
Accessibility
Sharq is a modern commercial district with generally level access, but accessible entry to the restaurant is not confirmed. Visitors with mobility needs may wish to check ahead.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mughal Mahal Sharq known for?
It is known for North Indian curries and biryani, including butter chicken and lamb biryani.
Where is it?
It is in Sharq, next to Al Hamra Tower in Kuwait City.
Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are recommended at weekends.