Zaitoon
Slow-cooked biryani and BBQ minutes from the Haram
Published 14 July 2026
At a glance
Biryani the way it should be done: slow-cooked, layered, and generous. Zaitoon has built its name across Makkah and Madinah on Pakistani and Indian BBQ, and the Jabal Omar branch puts it within a short walk of the Haram.
What to order
Chicken dum biryani — the signature. Cooked slow, served generous.
Mutton biryani — richer and deeper; worth it if you are sharing.
Mixed grill — chicken tikka, kebabs, and BBQ straight off the coals.
Our take
When the group wants something hearty after a long day at the Haram, this is the kind of table that settles the debate. Portions are made for sharing and the biryani carries the menu.
Good to know
- Open from lunch until late night
- Jabal Omar, a short walk from the Haram
- No reservations, arrive early at peak meal times
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