Mekong

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

The Mekong River, Brought to Salalah

Named after one of Asia's great waterways, Mekong draws its inspiration from the countries that line its banks. Set within the Anantara Al Baleed Resort in Salalah, Oman, the restaurant takes diners on an evening of discovery through the distinct flavours of Thailand, China, and Vietnam — three culinary traditions bound together by geography and a shared reverence for bold, layered cooking.

Asian Cooking Rooted in Tradition

The kitchen's focus is on age-old recipes and regional surprises — dishes that carry the character of their origins rather than a smoothed-out, pan-Asian approximation. Glimpses from the restaurant's own gallery hint at the range: a fragrant Gaeng Kiew Wan Gai (Thai green curry), delicate Pho noodles from Vietnam, and other carefully composed Asian dishes that reflect the breadth of the Mekong region. The wine programme has earned the restaurant a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, a recognition that speaks to the seriousness with which the full dining experience is curated here — rare for an Asian restaurant in this part of Oman.

An Evening Setting Worth Dressing For

Mekong is a dinner-only destination, open from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm, and the smart casual dress code signals the tone: relaxed but considered. The exterior and interior spaces carry the calm, resort elegance that Anantara properties are known for, making it a natural choice for a measured, unhurried evening meal. Whether you're a guest of the resort or dining in from elsewhere in Salalah, the setting and the cooking make a strong case for the trip.