Discover Jordan’s most memorable dishes, from mansaf and maqluba to falafel, knafeh, Arabic coffee and refreshing limonana.
Explore the Food GuideA trip to Jordan is also a journey through flavor. Travelers can enjoy roast lamb, tangy yogurt sauce, fresh bread, crispy falafel, syrupy pastries, sweet tea and strong Arabic coffee. Jordanian food is deeply connected to hospitality, family and local culture.
This guide highlights what to eat in Jordan and where travelers can try some of the country’s most loved dishes.
Jordanian cuisine offers something for every traveler: traditional meals, street food, sweets, drinks and home-style cooking.
Mansaf, maqluba and sayadieh.
Falafel and manakish za’atar.
Knafeh and warm Middle Eastern desserts.
Limonana, Arabic coffee and Bedouin tea.
A modern guide to famous Jordanian dishes and recommended places to try them.
Mansaf is Jordan’s most iconic dish, made with tender lamb, rice and jameed, a dried yogurt sauce that gives the dish its unique flavor.
Falafel is a beloved Middle Eastern street food made from ground chickpeas, herbs and spices, usually served in bread with pickles and salad.
Maqluba means “upside down” and is made by layering rice, chicken or meat, vegetables and spices before flipping it onto a serving plate.
Manakish is a flatbread topped with za’atar, sesame, sumac and olive oil, baked fresh and often eaten for breakfast.
Sayadieh is a fish and rice dish flavored with caramelized onions, spices, citrus, almonds and pine nuts, popular near Aqaba.
Knafeh is one of the most famous sweets in Jordan, made with cheese or semolina, syrup and pistachios.
Limonana is a refreshing lemon and mint drink, perfect after sightseeing in Petra, Amman, Jerash or Aqaba.
Arabic coffee and Bedouin tea are central to Jordanian hospitality and are often served during visits, meals and desert experiences.
Jordan Horizons Tours can include local restaurants, food walks, sweets stops, Arabic coffee, Bedouin tea and traditional meals within private Jordan tours.
Request a Custom Food TourMansaf is the most famous traditional dish in Jordan and is strongly connected to hospitality and celebrations.
Travelers can try local food in Amman, Madaba, Aqaba, Petra, Wadi Rum camps and family-style cooking experiences.
Yes. Falafel, hummus, moutabel, tabbouleh, labneh, salads and manakish are common vegetarian-friendly options.
Knafeh is one of the best desserts to try in Jordan, especially in Amman.
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