Video mapBasra4 spots
Mark Wiens Abroad in Basra: 4 Spots
4 spots in Basra, mapped from My First Meal in IRAQ Wasn’t What I Was Expecting by Mark Wiens Abroad.
Must-try in Al Basrah8 dishes
Dill shrimp rice Where to order it in Al Basrah
Tuna dill fried rice Where to order it in Al Basrah
Zubai (white pomfret) Where to order it in Al Basrah
Hamour (grouper) Where to order it in Al Basrah
Noi fish Where to order it in Al Basrah
Okra stew Where to order it in Al Basrah
Vegetable and red bean stew Where to order it in Al Basrah
Tomato rice Where to order it in Al Basrah
The 4 spots
Arabian Gulf Academy for Maritime Studies
HQ95+JQM البصرة خمسة ميل، Al Basrah, Basra Governorate, Iraq
Fish Market
FRW9+X44, Basrah, Basra Governorate, Iraq
From the video
My First Meal in IRAQ Wasn’t What I Was Expecting · Mark Wiens Abroad
Mark Wiens Abroad was particularly impressed by the unique seafood culture in Basra, noting it as the only region in Iraq where saltwater fish is common. He highlighted the white pomfret as a prized delicacy and was surprised by the heavy use of dill in the shrimp and tuna rice dishes.
Food from the video
- Dill shrimp rice
- Tuna dill fried rice
- Zubai (white pomfret)
- Hamour (grouper)
- Noi fish
- Okra stew
- Vegetable and red bean stew
- Tomato rice
Plan your trip to Al Basrah
Planning questions
Where did Mark Wiens Abroad eat in Basra?
The video features 4 spots. This page names 2 of them and pins every one on the map; unlock Basra in Varedelo to see all 4 with names and addresses.
What are the must-try foods in Basra?
Creator picks from the video include Dill shrimp rice, Tuna dill fried rice, Zubai (white pomfret), Hamour (grouper). Unlock Basra in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Unlock Basra in Varedelo to save every spot from this video to your own map, get directions, and keep the map on your phone while you travel.