After new restaurants opening in Riyadh? The Saudi capital has an exciting dining scene. Now more than ever, there are many big-name brands coming to town on top of cool local spots opening and trendy cafés popping up on every corner, including a number of exciting spots coming to Riyadh Season 2022.
From cool casual eateries to fine-dining options, the city isn’t short on fresh options. We’ve told you where to eat now, but are wondering what Riyadh restaurants are coming soon? Here are the top new restaurants opening in Riyadh to have on your radar. Keep checking back for all of the very latest announcements.
AB Steak
Can you smell that Korean BBQ? Chef Akira Back’s AB Steak dining experience is one of the restaurants opening in Riyadh soon. There’s nothing like your traditional American steakhouse, but add in a Korean twist and you just might be onto something. The steakhouse is known for its dry-aging room and smokeless grills presented at each table with large cuts of beef and we’re hoping Riyadh gets the same experience. Sharpen those knives.
Opening soon. Diplomatic Quarter, Thirteen Sixty-Four, @absteakla.
Akira Back
Pick up those chopsticks, Akira Back is headed to Thirteen Sixty-Four in the Diplomatic Quarter. Get ready for a taste of contemporary Japanese cuisines with a modern take on classic dishes including crunchy beef-filled taco shells, saucy sashimi and caviar covered sushi in Chef Akira Back’s Las Vegas-based eatery.
Opening soon. Diplomatic Quarter, Thirteen Sixty-Four, @akirabackdubai.
Altopiano
Bujairi Terrace is welcoming a handful of restaurants opening in Riyadh and Altopiano is among them. Twirl those forks, because the Italian eatery is serving up all things Italian specifically dishes well-known to Southern Italy. Promising to incorporate quality ingredients, menu items include a classic burrata, sea bass ceviche, wild forest mushroom risotto and a traditional homemade Italian tiramisu for dessert.
Opening soon. Bujairi Terrace, @altopianorestaurant.sa.
Amazonico
After Instagrammable new restaurants opening in Riyadh? Amazonico is a jungle-inspired eatery with outposts already in Madrid, London and Dubai. Riyadh diners were given a taste of what’s to come thanks to a pop-up at Riyadh Season‘s Oasis Zone. The permanent restaurant is set to open sometime this year.
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Opening soon. amazonicorestaurant.com.
Bagatelle
If you’re looking for a place that gives you fine-dining Parisian vibes, Bagatelle is likely the place for you. The French-Mediterranean eatery is coming to Riyadh for the very first time in Laysen Valley. Serving up homemade gnocchi with truffle sauce and parmesan and the milk chocolate pizza with hazelnuts for dessert, Bagatelle is set to be among the top new restaurants opening in Riyadh.
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Opening soon. Laysen Valley. bagatelle.com.
B+F
After more new restaurants opening in Riyadh? A fan of Burger Boutique? Well, looks like the burger spot has some competition with itself. The brand is launching a new fresh concept in the Saudi capital. The Kuwait-based eatery will take you on a journey through open-flame cooking and more. We’re excited to see what the new spot has in store.
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Opening soon. Laysen Valley. bandf.me.
Bianca
Bianca is a restaurant and bakery that will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Riyadh Season’s Via Riyadh zone. The space will offer a fusion menu of Italian, Argentinean and French eats. On the bakery side, expect pastries and organic bread baked daily. Via Riyadh will be one of the permanent zones of this year’s season.
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Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. instagram.com/biancarestaurant.sa.
BT Burger
BT Burger will be opening its second branch at Laysen Valley, one of the popular upcoming foodie destinations in the city. The eatery will be one of the new restaurants opening in Riyadh and is known for its signature crispy fried chicken burgers like Fire Taste and Purple Crispy. BT Burger also offers beef selections including a truffle beef patty with a side of French fries or sweet potato fries, perfect for a saucy dunk into the specialty BT sauce.
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Opening soon. Laysen Valley. instagram.com/bt.burger.
Carbone
New York’s popular Italian restaurant Carbone is opening its doors in the Kingdom at the new Mansard Riyadh hotel. It’s another one of the new restaurants opening in Riyadh to lookout for, especially if you want to discover more of the flavours of American-Italian dishes. The original Greenwich location draws inspiration from mid-20th century in New York, and serving up delicious food in an unpretentious but elegant setting.
Before the permanent location opens up, you can check out the Carbone pop-up at Riyadh Season.
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Opening 2023. Ar Rabi. carbonenewyork.com.
Chotto Matte
When it comes to fusion food, Nikkei might just be the cuisine of the moment. And if you want to sample this blend of Japanese and Peruvian, a meal at Chotto Matte could be just the thing. The international brand has locations around the globe including London, Toronto and Miami. And Riyadh, Doha and Dubai are slated to be added to that list in the near future. Expect stylish décor, plenty of theatre from the live cooking stations, innovative flavour pairings and exemplary sushi and ceviche.
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Opening soon. instagram.com/chottomatteriyadh, chotto-matte.com.
Dasha
This five-star Chinese eatery will be a new addition to restaurants opening in Riyadh. Opening at the famous The Esplanade complex, Dasha serves modern Chinese dishes accompanied by karaoke performances, so prep those vocals and ready those stomachs.
Opening soon. The Esplanade, @dashatoronto.
Dosa
Another Korean BBQ spot is cooking its way to restaurants opening in Riyadh soo and we’re ready to welcome Dosa with open arms. We’re expecting traditional meats, seafood, and vegetables prepared the Korean way.
Opening soon. The Esplanade.
El Camino
Arriba, El Camino is a new Mexican eatery opening in the capital soon. The Mexican spot is heading to one of the new foodie destinations in Riyadh, KAFD. Yup, the financial district is adding a new one to the mix and we’re hoping for crunching tacos and hearty burritos. Sombrero hats on.
Opening soon. King Abdullah Financial District, @elcamino.ksa.
Em Sherif
Lebanese eats, anyone? You got it with Em Sherif’s second branch set to be among the new restaurants opening in Riyadh’s Laysen Valley. (The restaurant’s first outpost is located in The Zone). Prepare to feast on hummus, mix grilled, fatteh and more Arabic cuisine specials.
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Opening soon. Laysen Valley. instagram.com/emsherifcafeksa.
Entrecôte Café de Paris
Looking for more steak options? How about another branch of the popular Geneva-based fine-dining, single-menu formula, Entrecôte Café de Paris. The eatery is opening another branch in Laysen Valley, following its recent opening in Lumiere Centre. Get ready to enjoy entrecôte steaks doused in the original Café de Paris sauce that’s flown in to the Kingdom from Geneva.
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Opening Sep 2022 (Lumiere Centre), Nov 2022 (Laysen Valley). entrecote-cdp.com.
Ferdi
A famous eatery in London and Paris, Ferdi is headed to Saudi. The space is known for its special cheeseburgers with ooey-gooey melted cheese, The hole-in-the-wall space in London serves up a cosy atmosphere with stuffed animals, cars and more interesting décor options along the walls so we’re expecting the same vibes in Riyadh.
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Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. ferdi-restaurant.com.
Find Samra
A celebration of art and food, Find Samra is a dessert and dining hall from Qassim that is opening in the The Canopy by Oud complex in Riyadh. Wondering what you will, erm, find there? Combine international dishes with Arabian twists and hospitality.
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Opening soon. The Canopy by Oud, samra.com.sa
Flamingo Room by tashas
Flamingo Room by tashas is a Dubai fan-favourite spot that’s coming to the KSA capital. The restaurant combines sophistication and playfulness with interiors that are as Instagrammable as the dishes and describes itself as a spot “where African glamour meets the Arabian Sea”. Flamingo Room will soon be opening at Bujairi Terrace.
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Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah flamingoroombytashas.com.
Gaia
Created by chef Izu Ani and Evgeny Kuzin, this Greek food spot first opened in Dubai in 2018. Now, the UAE eatery is gearing up to open its doors in Riyadh. In every Gaia around the world, each section of the restaurant represents a different part of Greece. We can’t wait to see what they do with the venue in Riyadh. It’s one of the highly anticipated new restaurants opening in Riyadh.
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gaia-restaurants.com.
Gymkhana
London-based, award-winning Gymkhana is of the new restaurants coming soon to Riyadh offering classic-meets-contemporary Indian eats. The menu serves a variety of menu items including beetroot chops, corn chaat, kasoori chicken and more. Highlight dishes that we’re hoping to see include biryani and tandoori chicken.
Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. gymkhanalondon.com.
Hakkasan
Want more Asian restaurants opening in Riyadh? This one is for you. The team behind Riyadh’s popular dim-sum spot, Yauatcha, area bringing Hakkasan to our doorstep. This Chinese restaurant was first launched in London and now has branches all over the world. Hakkasan will also be setting up shop in Riyadh’s soon-to-be social hub, Bujairi Terrace.
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Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, hakkasan.com.
High Joint
Curious about the casual restaurants opening in Riyadh? The Dubai-born burger joint is scheduled to open in the Saudi capital after expanding into the Kingdom with delivery. High Joint was highly commended in Dubai’s best burger restaurants at the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards 2022 so burger fans in Riyadh should have this one on their radars.
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highjoint.com.
Joan’s on Third
Are you craving something sweet? Joan’s on Third will be one of the new restaurants opening in Riyadh at Via Riyadh from Los Angeles. The marketplace and café serves homemade pastries, salads, sandwiches and a range of cheeses and snacks to enjoy.
Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. jonesonthird.com.
Jones the Grocer
Australian café Jones the Grocer is set to open in King Abdullah Financial District. The health-focused eatery is bringing hearty breakfasts and freshly pressed juices. The cafe also has a section where customers can purchase their own jams, sauces, cereals and more, so we’re hoping that’s in the cards for the Saudi branch.
Opening soon. King Abdullah Financial District, @jonesthegrocer.
La Cantine du Faubourg
Oui, oui. A new French eatery is heading to town. Hoping to offer more than just food, La Cantine du Faubourg aims to be a lifestyle offering multi-sensory experiences and menu items include a la carte dishes, business lunch selections, brunch, and lunch. Looks like an option that perfect for every occasion.
Opening soon. lacantine.ae.
La Serre
Dubai-born brand Le Serre is coming to Riyadh’s King Abdullah Financial District. Part-bistro, part-boulangerie and part-high-end dining restaurant, the venue promises to offer food for any craving. It’s one of the top restaurants opening in Riyadh to look forward to.
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laserre.com.
Les Deux Magots
Les Deux Magot is famous the world over, and now the popular Paris coffee spot is coming to Riyadh so we can enjoy cakes and pastries with the venue’s signature rich hot chocolate.
Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. instagram.com/ledeuxmagots.
Long Chim
Long Chim means “come and taste” in Thai, and you will likely want to taste the bold flavours of modern Bangkok at this casual eatery. The Asian restaurant is coming from Perth, Sydney to Bujairi Terrace this year.
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Opening 2022. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah. longchimperth.com.
Madeo
An iconic restaurants in Beverly Hills, Madeo will open among the many new restaurants coming soon to Riyadh. The fine-dining eatery will offer Italian dishes like Mediterranean grilled sea bass, tagliatelle with truffle, Milanese and more.
Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. instagram.com/madeoristorante.
Mastro’s
How do you like your meat? Mastro’s will be opening its first branch outside the United States. The spot is known for its steak, seafood tower and other great meaty options. The new eatery will be opening in the historical town of Diriyah at Bujairi Terrace.
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Opening soon. Bujairi Terrace. mastrosrestaurants.com.
MayaBay
Serving dishes inspired from Thai cuisine, MayaBay’s menu is rooted in deep traditional Asian cuisine with items like dim sum, tempura, sushi, curries and salads as well as the signature Maya crispy duck dish and Japanese mochis.
Opening soon. @mayabaydubai.
Mimi Kakushi
Asian cuisine is upping its game in the capital. Another of the restaurants opening in Riyadh is Mimi Kakushi, a Japanese eatery with glamourous interiors, and an east meets west aesthetic.
Opening soon. @mimikakushi.
Mr Chow
Be prepared to chow at Mr Chow. The London-based restaurant is coming our way. Offering authentic Beijing cuisine, you might be getting those lettuce wraps and noodle-pulls sooner than expected.
Opening soon. @mrchow.
Nozomi
Nozomi Riyadh is officially reopening with a new spot in Olaya very soon. Full details about the new venue have yet to be revealed, but hungry diners will be able to book in for dinner and live entertainment from February 28.
Opening soon. Olaya, @nozomiksa.
Over Under
London’s Over Under will be opening in, you guessed it, Via Riyadh. If you’re after a new coffee shop in the Saudi capital, The specialised coffee shop offers a selection of coffee, snacks and avocado toast. It also serves croissants, French toast, toasty sandwiches.
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Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. instagram.com/overunderco.
Raoul’s
A French-American bistro from NYC is heading to Via Riyadh. The SoHo spot is a 40-year business that serves burgers, steaks as well as French pastries. Get the mix, now?
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Coming 2023. Via Riyadh. raouls.com.
Scott’s Mayfair
Scott’s Mayfair is coming to Riyadh Season’s Via Riyadh Zone. If you’re a sucker for seafood this fine-dining destination in London plush Mayfair neighbourhood is all about the freshest of catches from octopus to monkfish, as well as plenty of caviar.
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Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. instagram.com/scottsmayfair.
Spago
Always wanted to try one of Wolfgang Puck’s restaurants? Spago is located in the heart of Beverly Hills and will be headed to the Saudi capital to win over the hearts (and stomachs) of us. The eatery is known for its salmon pizza, caviar and meat dishes. The new restaurant will be located at the permanent Riyadh Season zone, Via Riyadh.
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Coming 2023. Via Riyadh. instagram.com/spagobh.
SushiSamba
Looking for a unique blend of cuisines in a buzzing atmosphere? SushiSamba could have you covered when it arrives in the capital. The trendy fusion eatery is one of the new restaurants opening in Riyadh. This tri-culture coalition offers dishes inspired by Japan, Brazil and Peru while also providing dishes that cater to the vegetarian, vegan and gluten conscious.
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sushisamba.com.
Wagyumafia
Wagyumafia is one of the new restaurants opening in Riyadh that strives to offer some of the finest cuts of Kobe beef, cutlets and steaks. The space was founded by wagyu expert Hisato Hamada. There are seven locations across the globe, now we’re getting one in the Saudi capital.
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Opening 2023. Via Riyadh. wagyumafia.com.
Zuma
Curious about all the trendy new restaurants opening in Riyadh? Globally renowned restaurant Zuma is scheduled to open in Riyadh before the end of the year. The innovative Japanese eatery is in culinary capitals from London to New York, and soon diners in Riyadh can enjoy izakaya-style dishes and sushi.
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Opening soon. zumarestaurant.com.
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