What Mashuai is
Whole grilled kingfish, served with rice.
Mashuai is listed as a dish in the Oman guide, where the index tags it seafood and rice-based. Treat those labels as a menu translation rather than the full picture. Portion size, garnish and cooking method change from one counter to the next, and so does the price.
Where to find Mashuai
Our index links Mashuai to Coastal. That does not mean it is unavailable elsewhere, but it is the place to start if you want the version locals recognise.
The Oman guide also covers 6 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Mashuai sits in the mid-range band, which we define as roughly US$8–20. Across the 8 food entries we track for Oman, 4 are budget, 3 are mid-range and 1 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 4 | Harees, Lentil soup, Khubz rakhal |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 3 | Machboos, Mashuai, Vegetable machboos |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 1 | Shuwa |
Within this list, Mashuai is one of 6 dish entries and 3 mid-range items; 1 items share the seafood tag.
Dietary notes
- Seafood tag: fish or shellfish is part of the dish. Mention allergies clearly and ask about shared fryers.
How to order it
- Rice is the base of the plate. Ask whether it is included or charged separately, and whether refills are free.
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Oman items that make most sense alongside Mashuai, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Oman items share the most tags with Mashuai, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
Mashuai: common questions
What is Mashuai?
Whole grilled kingfish, served with rice. It is listed in the TasteBridge Oman guide as a dish.
How much does Mashuai cost in Oman?
Expect the mid-range band: roughly US$8–20. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Mashuai vegetarian?
Mashuai is not tagged vegetarian in our data. Ask before ordering if you avoid meat, fish or animal fats; the recipe can vary by kitchen.
Where can I try Mashuai?
Our index links it to Coastal. Ask locally for the version served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as dish for Oman. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.