If it’s the best places for dessert in Riyadh you seek, you’ve come to just the right place.
If you’ve got a sweet tooth (as many people here in the city do) you’ll need to know where the best places in Riyadh are to get your sugar fix. The city is awash with great places to go for dessert no matter what you’re in the mood for and these sweet treats are not only delicious they’re freshly made and look like actual works of art. Why not try them all and you can decide which is your favourite. We’ve made it our business to…
Adore
Who can say no to a box of mini brûlée for dessert? Since its inception in 2018, Riyadh’s famous bakery has been selling these moreish treats in boxes of 24 so there’s plenty to go around making it a great place to visit with friends.
Try the… Gluten-free range, which has been a menu favourite since being introduced last year.
From SAR115. Adore, Takhassusi Branch Road, Al Mohammadiyyah, Riyadh 11564. www.adore.com.sa (+966 53 069 2322).
Café Bateel
Recognised for its top-notch quality and authentic food, Café Bateel has some of the best desserts in town. It has won awards for its indulgent recipes and has something for every occasion, whether you’re popping in for a sweet treat or buying someone a gift, you’ll find it here.
Try the… Kholas dates with caramelized cashew nuts for a sweet toffee flavour, perfect with an Arabic coffee.
From SAR35. Café Bateel, Tahlia Street, Al Olaya, Riyadh 12241. www.bateel.com/en_sa (+966 800 111 0222).
Chunk Bakery & Café
This place is among the best for desserts in Riyadh thanks to its incredible tarts, cakes and generous slices. Chunk Bakery and Café has built its reputation on having an eye for detail, which ensures each dessert is made fresh and tastes divine. Easily one of the best places for dessert in Riyadh.
Try the… Raspberry tart made with the finest biscuit dough and white chocolate base filled with cream cheese and covered in fresh berries.
From SAR70. Chunk Bakery & Café, Embassies District, Amr Bin Umayyah Al-Damari Street, Oud Square Complex, Riyadh. www.hellochunk.com (+966 55 220 2042).
Doka Bakery House
Serving some of the finest Arabian desserts in Riyadh, Doka Bakery House has become a staple of the after-dinner scene with people flocking to taste the sweet treats. From cakes, to chocolate covered ice cream, to Nutella-filled crepes, this place has something to satisfy your sugar craving.
Try the… Pecan tart. Just enough for one person, the nutty treat is a favourite among the locals and is only 500 calories.
From SAR18. Doka Bakery House, 2284 Prince Turki Ibn Abdulaziz Al Awwal Rd, An Nakheel, 7231, Riyadh 12385 2284. www.instagram.com/dokabakeryhouse (+966 59 404 1122).
Dolce Ragusa
A taste of Italy in Riyadh. Desserts such as the delicious tiramisu corallo have customers coming back again and again, at one of Dolce Ragusa’s three outlets in the city. Everything is handmade and fresh guaranteeing you quality with every single bite. One of the best places for dessert in Riyadh, and with an Italian flex…
Try the… Crispy cannoli. The crispy shells are filled with creamy fillings and finished off with chocolate, ricotta, pistachio and other favourites.
From SAR30. Dolce Ragusa, Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Al Malqa, Riyadh 13524. www.dolceragusa.com (055 385 5604).
Duck Donuts
These freshly made, warm, donuts are certain to keep your kids happy. The company is known internationally and has expanded into Riyadh earlier this year, bringing its signature pumpkin and apple flavours to the city just in time for Halloween. One of the newest and best places for dessert in Riyadh.
Try the… Peanut butter paradise. Need we say anymore? It’s coated in peanut butter icing and generously drizzled with chocolate.
From SAR9. Duck Donuts, An Nakheel, Riyadh 12394. www.duckdonuts.com (+966 50 040 5081).
Hanoverian
These guys are master chocolatiers making it one of the best places for dessert in Riyadh. Each chocolate is a work of art and if you’re wondering, the name (Hanoverian), comes from the warmblood breed of horses, which often win gold in the Olympics.
Try the… Pecan chocolate with salted caramel is a divine moreish flavour that’ll have you going for seconds.
From SAR12. Hanoverian, 7995 Takhassusi St, An Nakheel, Riyadh 12383. www.hanoveriansa.com (+966 50 626 1919).
Ladurée
Indulge yourself in one of Riyadh’s finest dessert outlets. The French-inspired treats such as their gourmet Dacquoise cake made with hazelnuts, praline and topped with milk chocolate whipped cream. As you’d expect the croissants and macaroons are also popular. One of the fanciest places for dessert in Riyadh.
Try the… Ladurée ice cream cups that comes with one of their famous French macaroons for good measure.
From SAR10. Ladurée, Centria Mall 2nd Floor, Riyadh 11672. www.luxurysweet.com (+966 11 288 5075).
Lock
Visit this stylish patisserie if you’re in the mood for a cake made with layer upon layer of chocolate. Lock has also built a strong reputation for its lemon, raspberry and passion fruit éclairs bursting with cream.
Try the… Mango cheesecake is a prefect treat at any time of day and we can’t not mention the famous Lock ice cream cake.
From SAR25. Lock,Prince Turki Ibn Abdulaziz Al Awwal Rd. Riyadh 13512. www.instagram.com/lock.sa/ (+966 59 678 4717).
Madeleine
This French restaurant in the heart of Riyadh has quickly established itself as one of the best places for dessert thanks to its family favourites such as crème brûlée, French toast and bread pudding. What’s more, it’s got a wonderful terrace to sit and watch the sun go down. One of the best places for dessert in Riyadh.
Try the… French toast. This is the perfect way to finish a meal and is served with just the right amount of sweetness to leave your taste buds tantalised.
From SAR32. Madeleine, The Boulevard (Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Al Awwal Rd) Riyadh 13513. www.madeleine.sa (+966 11 562 1020).
Magnolia Bakery
From the streets of New York City the vintage style bakery uses the best ingredients to produce some of the finest sweet treats in the world. The milkshakes are literally overloaded with goodness thanks to the maple syrup-covered waffles on top of the glass.
Try the… Apple Pie Ala Mod. It’s one of the milkshakes filled with ice cream, whipped cream and a special sauce.
From SAR25. Magnolia Bakery Hitteen Square, Exit 2, Intersection of Prince Turki Al Awal Road & Said Al Mutawa Road. www.instagram.com/magnoliabakeryksa (+966 11 810 7380).
Montreux Riyadh
“Happiness starts here” is the brand’s slogan, and who are we to argue when they’re serving up such tasty treats. In fact they’re so tasty you’ll find them at ten locations in Riyadh. The desserts are all made from one central kitchen so the staff can monitor quality control.
Try the… Vanilla fruitcake. It’s topped with a plethora of berries and has been flying off the shelves.
From SAR10. Montreux, Takhassusi, Riyadh 11321. www.montreuxcafe.com (+966 92 002 5870).
MUH Café
A doughnut tower you say? Count us in. That’s just one of the unique desserts you’ll find at MUH Café that has led to it opening other stores in Saudi Arabia. The café was created to bring families together with tastefully designed desserts that appeal to all ages. One of the best places for dessert in Riyadh.
Try the… Doughnut tower. They say it’s delight in every bite and when there are three doughnuts under a scoop of ice cream they must be right.
From SAR55. MUH Café, Riyadh Front Airport Road. www.instagram.com/muh.ksa (+966 53 944 1114).
Over Jar
Over Jar is a chocolate experience like no other. Delicious milkshakes topped with Oreos and whipped cream is what has helped Over Jar make its name in Riyadh. Customers also come from far away to sample the boxes of jars, each of which is filled with a different flavour from triple chocolate, to red velvet, caramel bomb and more.
Try the… Chocolate profiteroles. The unique starfish-like look, along with the moreish flavour has made this a must.
From SAR15. Over Jar, Riyadh Park Mall, Northern Ring Branch Road, Riyadh, www.instagram.com/overjarksa (+966 92 000 1888).
Pandemic Coffee
This is one of the best places in Riyadh to enjoy a dessert with loud music and a party vibe. Its dark interior and moody lighting make it a dessert stop like no other. This place is seriously quirky, and absolutely one of the best places for dessert in Riyadh. Cotton candy wig, anyone?
Try the… Chocolate brownie. You can pick up a box topped with ice cream and marshmallow.
From SAR8. Pandemic Coffee, Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Al Awwal Road, Muhammadiyah, Riyadh. www.instagram.com/pandemiccoffee (+966 11 433 3433).
Pastel Café
It’s no wonder this place has multiple stores around the Middle East offering cakes, tarts, brownies and more. Smaller treats come in individual boxes making them perfect for a takeaway if you’re in a hurry.
Try the… Crispy flakes box. As far as we’re concerned these can be eaten any time of day and are a delicious snack when you’re feeling peckish.
From SAR69. Pastel Café, 7733 Al Mohammadiyah, Riyadh, www.pastel-sa.com (+966 11 497 9777).
Santa Nata
Everything is made to perfection by the Santa Nata artisan pastry chefs who celebrate the tradition of Portuguese baking. Enjoy a box of the pastels with friends or treat yourself to one with a cup of coffee. One of the best places for dessert in Riyadh, and one of very few places doing a proper Portuguese custard tart.
Try the… Pastel de nata. The rolled puff pastry and incredible filling make these custard tarts some of the best in the world.
From SAR11. Santa Nata, Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Al Malqa, Riyadh 11564. www.instagram.com/santanata.sa. (+966 55 488 0255).
Social by Chunk
A breakfast and brunch restaurant where dessert is acceptable at any time of day. Both locals and tourists are drawn to the delicious desserts on the menu from the fluffy ricotta pancakes to the Zofran milk cake. One of the most highly regarded, and best places for dessert in Riyadh.
Try the… Brule toast. Topped with fruit and smothered in a caramel sauce this is one dessert you shouldn’t miss.
From SAR45. Social by Chunk, Al Aqiq, Riyadh 13511. www.instagram.com/socialbychunk/ (+966 50 222 5032).
Sors
Eating fresh fruit out of a coconut is already a good idea in our book, and that’s just one of the many amazing desserts on offer at Sors. Whether you’re in the mood for something cold or something warm you’ll find it here.
Try the… French toast. Loaded with flavours, like rose and saffron, the fluffy favourite delivers an unforgettable taste.
From SAR9. Sors, Hittin, Riyadh 13512. www.instagram.com/sors.sa (+966 55 104 7144).
Toastic
Located in a quiet part of Riyadh it’s a great place to come and chill out and enjoy a dessert in peace, a hit with regulars is the sponge cake topped with fruit and icing sugar. Toastic has plenty of vegan options too. A real hidden gem, and one of the best places for dessert in Riyadh. Get off the beaten track and check it out.
Try the… Chocolate croissant. It’s so beautifully made you almost don’t want to bite into it but once you start you won’t stop.
From SAR9. Toastic, 3928 Umar At Tamimi, Riyadh 12476. www.instagram.com/toasticsa (+966 53 527 7577).
Trieste
Dessert and coffee go hand-in-hand and there aren’t many better places in Riyadh to get your fix. The minimal interior means you’ve got plenty of space to relax with friends, or get some work done.
Try the… Chocolate cookie. This isn’t a normal chocolate chip cookie, it’s freshly baked and filled with melted chocolate giving you goodness with every bite.
From SAR9. Trieste, Imam Saud Bin Abdulaziz St Riyadh 12381. www.instagram.com/trieste_sa.
