Food & Drink in Basrah

Nibble on Kubba Mosul

Food & Drink

Get your taste buds on the frontline with Kubba Mosul, a crispy croquette that's all the rage in Basrah! These golden-brown orbs of goodness are stuffed with minced meat, onions, nuts, and spices, then deep-fried to perfection. It's like a flavor grenade exploded in your mouth – in the best way possible!

Feast on Falafel

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Sink your teeth into a sensational sandwich with Basrah's best falafel! These little chickpea patties are spiced to the nines, fried until crispy, and tucked into warm pita bread with all the fixings. It's like a street food party in your mouth, and you're the VIP guest!

Guzzle Down Gaimar and Kleicha

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Get your spoons ready to indulge in a creamy dream with Gaimar, a thick, clotted cream that's the Beyoncé of breakfast spreads. Scoop it up with Kleicha, a sweet date-filled pastry that moonlights as the cookie you didn't know you needed until now. Breakfast in Basrah just got a glow-up!

Sip on Sharbat

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Beat the Basrah heat with some Sharbat, a sweet and refreshing drink that's a blend of fruits or flower petals and sometimes even a bit of saffron. It's like a hug in a cup and the perfect antidote to the blazing sun!

Devour Dolma

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You haven't lived until you've tried Dolma in Basrah! These are grape leaves stuffed with a mix of rice, meat, and aromatic herbs, all rolled up and cooked to create little bites of heaven. Trust me, you'll want to wrap your hands around these ASAP.