A fan of Turkish pancakes or kebabs? We’re right there with you.
Whether you’re craving baklava, Turkish kunafa, ice cream, tea, and more (the list goes on), we’ve rounded up the best Turkish restaurants in Riyadh right now to help you out.
Al Saraya
A range of Arabic and Turkish dishes await you at Al Saraya, from fattoush, olive salad, all kinds of pancakes, and shawarma to grilled kebabs and shish tawook, this place has it all. Got a sweet tooth? Pick from pudding, baklava and kunafa, to satisfy all your cravings. It’s one of the oldest Turkish restaurants in Riyadh, and one of the best.
Open daily 10.30am-2am. Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Road, Al Olaya, @alssaraya.
Beyzade Restaurant
The saying old is gold definitely rings true with this place, having been serving up tasty and creative dishes since 1991. If you’re looking for a creative spin on your favourite classics (pistachio kebabs or soujouk cheese pizza, anyone?), Beyzade is your spot. Whether you choose something inventive or authentic, make sure you save room for dessert, because many have tried and failed to resist the call of the huge dessert display that welcomes you in.
Open Sat-Wed 12.30 pm-1am; Thu-Fri 12.30pm-1:30am. Anas Bin Malik Road, Al Malqa, @beyzadelife.
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Emirgan Sütiş
You don’t need a huge menu to be great at what you do, and Emirgan Sütiş is the perfect example. It features a distinct selection of delicious Turkish dishes, from lamb awsal sandwiches, adana kebabs, cheese koftas, to a selection of Turkish baklava. The venue is set with beautiful decorations and glass walls that allow you to enjoy the lively atmosphere of the mall. This is definitely one of the top Turkish restaurants in Riyadh.
Open Sat-Thu 9am-12pm; Fri 1pm-2pm. Al Nakheel Mall, @sutis_ksa.
Güllüoğlu
With 60 years of experience under its belt, Güllüoğlu is the number one destination for Turkish baklava in Riyadh. Flavours include Ish Albulbul, walnut, Ozil Durum and cream baklava, and no matter what you fancy, this spot will satisfy your appetite for Turkish sweets. Craving something savoury first? Not to worry, as Güllüoğlu has plenty of Arabic and Turkish dishes for you to tuck into, too.
Open Sat-Thu 8.30am-12pm; Fri 1pm-1am. Prince Muhammad Ibn Abd Al Aziz, As Sulimaniyah, @gulluoglu.ksa.
Nusr-Et
We couldn’t list the best Turkish restaurants in Riyadh without including Salt Bae’s very own Nusr-Et. Come for the food, stay for the showmanship. You can choose from a wide variety of steaks, lamb thighs and burgers, as well as a selection of appetizers and seafood such as tuna tartare, grilled salmon, shrimp and more. Finish your meal with golden baklava, if you don’t mind coughing up SAR375 for the layers of fluffy dough.
Open daily noon-1.30am. Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Al Awwal Road, U Walk, @nusr_et (011 494 5120).
Sultan Ahmet Restaurant
When the food is this good, there’s no need to worry about aesthetics, and Sultan Ahmed Restaurant promises delicious dishes in a casual setting. Order Turkish like such as doner kebab stuffed with cheese, or expand your palate with Arabic and international dishes like tabbouleh, fattoush, kibbeh, pizza and pancakes. But when it comes to dessert, you have to try the delicious kunafa and baklava.
Open daily 7am-1.30am. Al-Sahafa District, @sultanahmet.sa.
Sultan’s Steakhouse
This Turkish steakhouse stands out among the many restaurants dotted around the Boulevard thanks to its lively atmosphere, bright lights and distinctive façade. Originating right here Saudi Arabia, but inspired by both Turkey and the United States, this restaurant combines these different cultures in a unique way, with a meat-heavy menu ranging from burgers to tomahawks. But keep it classic and end the meal on a sweet note with Turkish kunafa with cheese.
Open daily 4pm-2am. Boulevard, Hittin, @sultanssteakhouse_riyadh.
Topkapi
From ekmek bread, yabur and wali nazek, to all kinds of baklava, and a selection of delicious kebabs, this Turkish restaurant takes you on a journey back to the Ottoman era with its delicious dishes. At Topkapi Turkish Restaurant, many and varied options await you that need more than one visit to try them. In any case, be sure to try the restaurant’s specialties such as jar kebab with mixed vegetables and Turkish spices. We think this might just be one of the coolest Turkish restaurants in Riyadh.
Open daily noon-1.30am. Al Ghadir, @topkapi_sa.
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