Watch out cafés: the city’s canteens are giving the former some competition on the Saudi capital’s coolest spots to hangout. One of the latest eateries is the new Maqsaf Riyadh canteen in Ar Rayyan.
The new canteen opened its second branch recently in the Rayyan and is open from early to late night snacking. The new Maqsaf Riyadh canteen likely has you covered for breakfast, lunch or dinner with comforting menu options like scrambled egg sandwiches, falafel and breads from the in-house pizza oven (hello pita pockets), along with appetisers like the signature Maqsaf chips and hummus paired with an icy lemonade.
If you’re one for the sweeter things in life, bite into some of Maqsaf Riyadh canteen’s dessert like kunafa kaak (sweet bread with sesame seeds) and maasoub (traditional Saudi/Yemeni banana bread pudding).
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The first branch of Maqsaf Riyadh canteen opened in May 2022 in the Al Mohammadiyyah area. Both spaces offer a laidback atmosphere to enjoy a meal. There’s a hint of school canteen nostalgia, but without the school lunch vibes and homework stress.
Like the original, the new Maqsaf Riyadh canteen sticks with the signature white and blue colour palette, along with a section to get merch. So, if you really fancy your falafel pita, you have something to remember it by.
Stay here for all the great new restaurants opening up around the city and the top cafés to add to your must-try coffee lists.
Open Sat-Thu 3.45am-1am. Fri (closed). Ar Rayyan, instagram.com/maqsaf.saudi.
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