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Must-Try Street Food & Traditional Dishes in Kuwait City (2025)

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September 27, 2025

Anju

A Culinary Journey in Kuwait City

Kuwait City is not only for skyscrapers and modern life — this place is also known as the paradise for food lovers. The streets of this city are filled with lots of vendors as well as small eateries which also offer dishes that let you understand Kuwait’s rich history and culture. These foods are not only flavorful but affordable, as well as deeply rooted in the country’s heritage.

Must-Try Dishes in Kuwait City

These are list of traditional dishes and street foods you shouldn’t miss:

Dish	Description	Where to Try
Machboos	Enjoy Spiced rice along with meat or seafood and it is considered the national dish of Kuwait.	Local eateries and souqs
Mutabbaq Samak	A savory fish dish beautifully served with seasoned rice, as well as a must for seafood lovers.	Souq Sharq & waterfront restaurants
Jireesh	You can enjoy Cracked wheat porridge cooked with meat, and enjoyed during Ramadan.	Traditional Kuwaiti restaurants
Margoog	Hearty stew combined with vegetables and handmade pasta, which is perfect for a wholesome meal.	Local family-run restaurants
Harees	Wheat and meat porridge, cooked slowly for rich flavor, often served on festive occasions.	Souq and food festivals
Kuwaiti Kebab	Get a taste of grilled meat skewers served with flatbread along with popular street snacks.	Street vendors & night markets
Khubz Irani	Enjoy Iranian-style flatbread, which is often paired with dips and meats.	Bakeries and cafés
Gers Ogaily	Traditional saffron cake, a little sweet and aromatic.	Local bakeries
Dates & Kuwaiti Sweets	This dish is served with Arabic coffee; which is a perfect end to any meal.	Souqs and cafes
Kuwaiti Coffee (Qahwa) & Tea	Aromatic beverages flavored with cardamom or saffron.	Cafés and restaurants

Tips for Food Exploration

Visit an empty stomach so that you can try everything you love.
Ask locals for beautiful hidden gems that aren’t in guidebooks but in the heart.
Visit markets like Souq Sharq for a beautiful mix of street food as well as traditional dishes.

A Flavorful Adventure

Exploring Kuwait City through its hearts, which is its street food along with traditional dishes is an unforgettable journey. These foods will continue to connect locals as well as tourists to the city’s rich heritage.