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Halal Companion does not independently verify the halal certification status of individual restaurants. Makkah and Madinah operate under Saudi Arabia's Islamic food regulations, and halal food is the widely established standard across both cities. Sourcing practices, particularly for imported meat or poultry, can vary by restaurant. We recommend speaking directly with a member of staff before ordering to confirm. InshaAllah, we aim to provide more detailed sourcing and certification information for each listing in a future update.
Halal Companion lists 14 brunch spots near Masjid Nabawi in Madinah, all sorted by walking distance from the mosque. Row at 222 metres (open 24 hours) and Ekla Food & Coffee at 272 metres (opens at 6:30am) are the two closest options, with Kiffa at 565 metres also within walking distance. Further out, Kaylah Cafe and Toastique are more affordable choices for a late morning meal.
Yes. Ekla Food & Coffee is 272 metres from Masjid Nabawi, around a 4 minute walk, and is a casual dining spot serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It opens at 6:30am and closes at 9pm, so it works well for brunch but not for food after Isha.
Brunch near Masjid Nabawi is available from early morning at the cafes and restaurants close to the mosque. Row is open 24 hours, Jamil's Restaurant opens at 5am, and Ekla Food & Coffee and Kiffa both open at 6:30am. The busiest brunch period near the mosque falls between 9am and 1pm, after Fajr and before Dhuhr prayer.
Brunch near Masjid Nabawi typically costs between 30 and 80 SAR per person at the cafes and restaurants close to the mosque. Row, Ekla Food & Coffee, and Kiffa are all mid-range, at around 40 to 70 SAR for a coffee and light food. Further out, Kaylah Cafe and Toastique are on the more affordable end, with options starting from around 20 to 30 SAR.
