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Afnan Restaurant أفنان

8.5

About

Afnan Restaurant in Al Masani, Madinah serves authentic Pakistani and Indian cuisine with specialty dishes like slow-cooked biryani, aromatic grilled meats, and traditional curries prepared with authentic spices. Serving pilgrims since 1995, this family restaurant offers generous portions and flavourful preparations that appeal to those seeking hearty, satisfying meals. Open daily from early morning into the evening, it's ideal for an early breakfast, quick lunches between Umrah activities, or substantial dinners after evening worship.

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Verified
8.5/10
Food Quality
9
Service
8.3
Ambience
8.2
Value for Money
8.6
Accessibility & Amenities
8.5

Our 10-point system prioritises food quality, service standards, proximity to Haram, value for money, and the overall dining experience, carefully evaluated for pilgrims and travellers.

Best Times to Visit Afnan Restaurant أفنان

Busiest on Friday and Saturday evenings (7-10pm) when the restaurant fills with diners seeking substantial meals. Early mornings (5-7am) are packed with breakfast crowds before Fajr prayers. For a quieter, more relaxed experience, visit Monday through Thursday afternoons (2-4pm) when the pace is unhurried.

Most "Buzzing"
Friday 5am-7am, Friday 8pm-10pm, Saturday 7pm-9pm, Sunday 9pm-11pm
Most "Relaxed"
Monday 2pm-4pm, Tuesday 10am-12pm, Wednesday 3pm-5pm
Closed
Opens at 5am
Category
Cuisine
Meals
Best for
Family FriendlyLarge GroupsQuick Bite
Accessibility & Amenities
Halal CertifiedAlcohol-FreeWalk-ins WelcomeReservations RecommendedFamily-FriendlyDine-inTakeaway AvailableDelivery AvailableStreet ParkingCard PaymentsContactless Payment
Price
$$30-100 SAR
Opening Times for Afnan Restaurant أفنان
monday5am - 11pmtuesday5am - 11pmwednesday5am - 11pmthursday5am - 11pmfriday5am - 11pmsaturday5am - 11pmsunday5am - 11pm
Popular Dishes
Chicken Biryani$-
Slow-cooked chicken with fragrant basmati rice and spices
Lamb Karahi$-
Tender lamb cooked in tomato-based curry with peppers
Seekh Kabab$-
Grilled minced meat kebabs with Pakistani spices
Nihari$-
Traditional slow-cooked meat stew with aromatic spices

Location

Address

Al Masani, Madinah 42313, Saudi Arabia

Get Directions

Phone

+966 59 114 2269

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Getting there from Masjid An-Nabawi

By Car: Drive north from Masjid Nabawi via Abu Ayyub Al-Ansari Road towards the First Ring Road. Turn onto King Faisal Road, continue to King Fahd Road, then turn right toward the restaurant in Al Masani. Street parking is available near the entrance. (9 mins)

By Taxi: Expect 15-25 SAR from Masjid Nabawi. Uber and Careem are widely available in Madinah for convenient booking and payment.

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