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Ras Al Khaimah is a beautiful destination for families to visit. The outdoor activities are endless. A quiet beach is just around the corner for your enjoyment and relaxation. After a full vacation itinerary, you will want a dining experience with local dishes and something for the pickiest eater in your family.

Concerned about Covid? Many hotels, restaurants and businesses have launched Covid safety precautions and are open for travellers. For the latest Covid information related to travel, please visit consult the official UAE government site or your local government agencies. In July 2020, Ras Al Khaimah was also declared as the first safe city in the world, receiving the Bureau Veritas Safeguard Assurance Label and the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travel Stamp.

Here are the 10 family-friendly restaurants in the Ras Al Khaimah that your family should not miss.ย 

 

What Type of Food Can Your Family Expect in Ras Al Khaimah?

Before we dive into the top choices for family-friendly eating in RAK, letโ€™s take a moment to ease your fears about cuisine options. When you and your family visit Ras Al Khaimah, you will find food from all over the globe.ย 

Your family can indulge in Italian one night and Asian cuisine the next. There are plenty of pasta dishes and sushi to go around. If pizza is what your family loves, there are many restaurants that serve a plethora of pizza options. Your family can enjoy a meal at a steakhouse or a burger joint too.ย 

 

Our Top 10 Family-Friendly Restaurants inย Ras Al Khaimah

There’s no shortage of great restaurants to pick from, but these have got to be our favorites:ย 

 

1484 by Puro

This restaurant with breathtaking views is located at the top of Jebel Jais at 1,484 meters above sea level. 1448 by Puro is the highest peak in the UAE. The diverse menu offers dishes sourced with local ingredients like traditional shakshuka, Korean fried chicken, pan-seared seabass, and more. Guests can enjoy views of the valleys and peaks of the Hajar Mountain in the dining room designed with floor to ceiling glass windows.

Address: Top of Jebel Jais, Jais Adventure Center
P.O. Box 17048
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Phone: +971 5631 73985

Website: http://puro.ae/1484-by-puro/ย 

 

Sanchaya

While your family enjoys the RAK experience, they can indulge in the foods of Asian influence. Sanchaya offers a menu filled with delicious Chinese, Japanese. Thai, Asian, and sushi options. Have edamame for starters and then try the duck salad or braised lamb shank. The kids are sure to love all the noodle and rice options available.ย 

Address: Marjan Island Blvd DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
Marjan Island Blvd
Al Marjan Island – Ras al Khaimah – UAE
Phone: +971 7 203 0000

 

Thunder Road Pizza and Grill

If American or Mediterranean is what youโ€™re after, Thunder Road Pizza and Grill is the place to try. Diners have voted the Thunder Road Pizza and Grill the title of travelerโ€™s choice in 2020.ย 

Your family will enjoy the modern, retro decor displayed throughout while treating their taste buds to delicious food. The stars dishes of thisย  establishment include margarita pizzas, tender steaks, and pasta cooked perfectly. For dessert, tiramisu or Grandmaโ€™s home baked pie are excellent choices.ย 

Address: Sheik Mohammed Bin Salem Road Al Riffa
Opposite Mina Al Arab – Ras al Khaimah – UAE
Phone: +971 52 994 9056ย 

Website: https://www.thunder-road.ae/ย 

 

Maarid

Your family will love the Maarid for its culinary trip across the globe. Maarid offers cuisines from Europe, the Middle East, and internationally. Kids will have an abundance of buffet choices. If the buffet isnโ€™t your thing, you and the kids can hop over to one of the many live cooking stations.ย 

Maarid serves all three meals and brunch. They also offer late-night snacks for hungry diners. Your family can sit indoors or enjoy the outdoor seating area.ย 

Address: Hilton Ras al Khaimah Resort & Spa
Al Mairidย  – Ras al Khaimah – UAE
Phone: +971 7 228 8844

Website is here

 

Zaitouna House

Located on a waterfront promenade, Zaitouna House offers families a stunning view of the sea and mouth-watering food. Families can sit in a beautifully decorated dining area where you will be served Middle Eastern and Lebanese cuisine.ย 

The star of their dishes are the lamb chops, but families can choose a vegetarian meal or seafood. Kids can enjoy a custom- made pizza.ย 

Address: Marjan Island Resort and Spa
Marjan Island Blvdย Ras al Khaimah – UAE
Phone: +971 7 203 6602

Website: https://www.marjanislandresort.com/dining/zaitouna-house/ย 

 

Vespa

Vespa is an Italian restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. Families can relax and enjoy the varieties of antipasti and pasta dishes like beef lasagna or gnocchi pomodoro. For dessert, you can try the tiramisu or vanilla panna cotta.ย 

Families donโ€™t have to worry about dietary restrictions at Vespa. They have options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal.ย 

Address: Marjan Island Blvd Double Tree by Hilton Resort & Spa
Marjan Island – Ras al Khaimah – UAE
Phone: +971 7 203 0000

 

Azure

Located in the Waldorf Astoria, this Italian restaurant has taken family-friendly up a notch. Their menu offers pasta dishes, risottos, soups, salads, and authentic Italian desserts. Families can enjoy the cozy, yet elegant atmosphere while dining at Azure.

You have the option to dine inside or sit on the terrace and enjoy freshly squeezed juices or smoothies. Watch a movie every Monday when Azure hosts their own movie night.ย 

Address: Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Vienna Street – Ras Al Khaimah – UAE
Phone: +971 7 203 5533

Website is here

 

Skeek

Sample modern Emirati cuisine in a quaint whimsical atmosphere. Skeek is perfect for families who want quality food in a non-smoking restaurant with live music and access to free Wi-fi. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner you are likely to find something for everyone in the family. This is a type of restaurant where you will find locals, tourists, and expats.ย 

Address: 3rd Street Dahan
Ras Al Khaimah
Phone: +971 7221 5122

Website: https://www.instagram.com/skeek.ae/?hl=enย 

 

Basilico

Located in the Cove Rotana Resort, Basilico offers diners an expertly crafted Mediterrean menu with stunning views of the beach and sea. With a focus on Italian dishes, visitors can enjoy their meal in an inviting dining room with an open concept kitchen. Travelers consistently provide high star reviews of the attentive wait staff and quality food. Basilico is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Address: The Cove Rotana Resort
Shk Muhโ€™dBin Salem Road
Ras Al Khaimah
Phone: +971 7206 6000

Website is here.

 

Ras Al Khaimah Offers True Variety of Family-Friendly Cuisines

We understand how important it is to have tasty food on your vacation. Nothing could ruin that more than not finding a restaurant that accommodates your family or does not have a steller food menu. Families traveling to RAK can expect to have a variety of delicious meals from around the world.ย 

Our list of top 10 family-friendly restaurants will get you started as you plan the vacation of your familyโ€™s dreams. Start planning now, and get those taste buds to delight in both new and familiar flavors.ย 

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