Barkaas Arabic Restaurant
Hidden among Vijayawada’s neon-lit food lanes, Barkaas Arabic Restaurant imports the Levant to coastal Andhra, firing up charcoal grills that perfume the night air with cardamom, sumac and slow-roasted lamb. In a city where dosas dominate, this cavernous dining hall draws families, students and late-shift workers toward mandi pots bubbling with saffron rice, velvety hummus and oven-fresh kuboos, proving that India’s restaurant scene now craves authentic Arabian comfort as fiercely as its own fiery curries.
Siddhartha School, Donepudi Dharmarao Road, above Cherrys Sweets, Road, Moghalrajpuram, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh 520010, India
+91 91216 60003
4/5 (Read the Reviews)
Above Cherrys Sweets on Donepudi Dharmarao Road, Barkaas brings Vijayawada a concise taste of the Levant—char-kissed shawarma, fragrant mandi and mezze served in a softly lit, wood-accented space that feels miles away from the Siddhartha School traffic outside; portions are generous, prices gentle, and the kitchen’s steady hand keeps the 4-star rating credible.
| Sunday | 12–4 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Monday | 12–4 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–4 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–4 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Thursday | 12–4 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Friday | 12–4 PM, 7–11 PM |
| Saturday | 12–4 PM, 7–11 PM |
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Where exactly is Barkaas Arabic Restaurant located in Vijayawada?
The restaurant sits above Cherrys Sweets on Donepudi Dharmarao Road in the Moghalrajpuram locality, a two-minute drive from Siddhartha School and less than 3 km from both the railway and bus stations, making it one of the most centrally positioned Arabic dining spots in the city.
Do I need to reserve a table, and how can I do it?
While walk-ins are welcome, weekend evenings fill up quickly, so calling +91 91216 60003 or using the booking widget on [https://barkaasarabicrestaurant.com/](https://barkaasarabicrestaurant.com/) guarantees your preferred time and lets the team arrange custom grill platters in advance.
Is the menu strictly Middle-Eastern, or are there options for Indian palates?
Barkaas stays true to its Arabic roots—think charcoal-kissed shish tawook and lamb mandi—yet every spice level can be tuned down or amplified, and a small selection of Indian vegetarian curries ensures mixed groups leave satisfied.
Can the restaurant host large parties or corporate events?
The first-floor hall seats 140 guests comfortably, projector and AV facilities are on-site, and the kitchen routinely handles buffet-style corporate lunches and family celebrations with set menus that keep per-head costs transparent and predictable.
