Zaitoon Restaurant (Taiba Commercial Center) serves pakistani, indian and saudi in Taiba Commercial Center, near the Haram, Madinah. Details come from public listings; menus and hours change, so confirm on arrival. All food is halal and no alcohol is served anywhere in Saudi Arabia.
Zaitoon Restaurant is on the first floor of the Taiba Commercial Center, a short walk from the northern gates of Masjid an-Nabawi (about 600 m by walking-distance listings). It serves Pakistani, Indian and Saudi dishes: slow-cooked biryani and grilled BBQ meats are the draw, and staff are used to speaking English and Urdu with visitors. Mid-priced for the area, it is one of the easier sit-down meals within walking distance of the mosque, and is popular with South Asian pilgrim groups. The restaurant also publishes short guides to Madinah food on its website. Expect a busy room after Maghrib and Isha prayers. Drinks are juices, lassi, tea and soft drinks; there is no alcohol.
| Price | SAR 25-60 (~$7-16) per person (estimate) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily, late morning to about 00:30 (listing; verify) |
| Reservations | Walk-in; no booking needed for casual venues, confirm hotel restaurants with the hotel |
| Address | Taiba Commercial Center, 1st floor, Madinah 42311 (tel +966 54 316 3461) |
Signature dishes
- Chicken biryani
- Mixed BBQ platter
- Chicken shawarma sandwich
Good to know
- Known for
- Pakistani, Indian and Saudi
Location
Taiba Commercial Center, 1st floor, Madinah 42311 (tel +966 54 316 3461)
24.4715, 39.6100 View on map
Highlights
- Biryani and BBQ meats a short walk from the Haram
- English- and Urdu-speaking staff
- First-floor family-friendly dining room
- Open late, to about 00:30
Tips for visiting
- Eat between prayers; the room fills for 30 minutes after each congregation.
- A biryani plus a BBQ platter shared by two is usually enough.
- Phone +966 54 316 3461 for current hours.
- Take the lift or escalators in the centre; the restaurant is not at street level.
When to visit
Mid-afternoon or after 21:00; the hour after Maghrib is the busiest.
Accessibility
Inside a commercial centre with lifts; confirm access to the first-floor dining room on arrival.
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is it?
On the first floor of the Taiba Commercial Center, Madinah 42311, near the Haram gates.
How much does a meal cost at Zaitoon Restaurant?
An estimated SAR 25-60 (~$7-16) per person, based on public listings.
Is a reservation needed?
No. It is a walk-in venue; a short wait is possible after prayers and in the evening.