Palm & Plate members gathered around the table

Our Story

It Started With
One Table

A belief that the best meals aren't about what's on the plate — but who's around the table.

Chapter One

For Arabs, Palms Are a Symbol of
Home, Growth & Hospitality

Palm & Plate was born in Bahrain in 2025 from a simple observation: the island had incredible restaurants, passionate food lovers, and a deep culture of hospitality — but no way to bring them all together around one table.

We started with an idea — what if we could create intimate dining experiences that weren't just about the food, but about the people? Not a restaurant. Not a catering service. A community. A club where every meal tells a story, every plate connects strangers, and every evening ends with new friendships.

We called it Palm & Plate. The palm — rooted in Arab identity, a symbol of growth, shade, and generosity. The plate — the universal invitation to sit down and share something together.

"The best meals aren't just about what's on the plate — they're about who's around the table."

As Seen On

Featured on
Bahrain TV

When Bahrain TV came to tell our story, we knew Palm & Plate had become something bigger than dinners. It was a movement.

Long table dinner
Members at LaBurccia
Holiday feast at Diana's

Chapter Two

Season One
9 Volumes. 9 Stories.

Each volume is a new chapter — a different restaurant, a different menu, a different night to remember.

Loy Krathong at Monsoon
Vol. 01
Vol. 01 Nov 2025

Loy Krathong

at Monsoon — 12 seats

Where it all began. 12 strangers, 11 courses, one long table at Bahrain's most iconic Asian restaurant. Nobody knew what to expect — and that was the magic.

Italian Night at Osteria Papa
Vol. 02
Vol. 02 Nov 2025

Italian Night

at Osteria Papa — 14 seats

Two weeks later, we were back. An outdoor terrace, handmade pizza, string lights, and the Bahrain skyline. Word was spreading.

Opening Night at Nori Club by Sumosan
Vol. 03
Vol. 03 Dec 2025

Opening Night

at Nori Club by Sumosan — 16 seats

Japanese fine dining with members who were now becoming friends. The waitlist started growing.

Layali Muharraq at LaBurccia
Vol. 04
Vol. 04 Dec 2025

Layali Muharraq

at LaBurccia — 18 seats

A night in old Muharraq — lanterns, traditional dishes, and conversations that lasted long after dessert.

Holiday Feast at Diana's
Vol. 05
Vol. 05 Dec 2025

Holiday Feast

at Diana's — 20 seats

Our biggest night yet. Santa hats, chocolate lava cake, and 20 seats around a Christmas table. We were a community now.

Crazy Pizza at Crazy Pizza
Vol. 06
Vol. 06 Jan 2026

Crazy Pizza

at Crazy Pizza — 18 seats

Italian flair meets Bahrain energy. The vibe was electric — this was the night that proved the concept was bigger than dinners.

BBQ on the Terrace at Higher Grounds
Vol. 07
Vol. 07 Jan 2026

BBQ on the Terrace

at Higher Grounds — 15 seats

Rooftop grills, good vibes, and a view of the city. Proof that Palm & Plate works anywhere — not just fine dining.

Valentines Preview at Ramenara
Vol. 08
Vol. 08 Feb 2026

Valentines Preview

at Ramenara — 20 seats

Love was in the air — and in the ramen. A Valentine's preview night that showed our softer side.

Fatto at Fatto
Vol. 09
Vol. 09 Mar 2026

Fatto

at Fatto — 20 seats

Italian craftsmanship at its finest. Season 1 nearing its close, but the journey was just beginning.

9

Volumes

9

Restaurants

150+

Seats Filled

1

Community

Table setting at Monsoon

The Table Is Set.
Your Seat Awaits.

Palm & Plate is more than a food club. It's a community of people who believe that breaking bread together is one of life's most beautiful acts. Season 2 is coming.