Looking for new restaurants in Riyadh to try out? The Saudi capital is frequently adding new eateries to its already exciting dining scene. With so many options to choose from, Riyadh’s restaurant scene will likely have you craving more than one spot, and will have you wondering which one to choose next. Decisions, decisions. Here are the new restaurants in Riyadh to keep on your “must-try” list.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, March 2023
Lucca Steakhouse
There’s another Lucca to dig into the next time you’re craving steak. The shortlisted Time Out Riyadh Restaurant Awards 2022 nominee for Best Steak has a second location in Al Malqa now in its soft opening phase. Try the signature steak or go early for the lunch show. We won’t say any more about it.
Al Malqa. @luccaksa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, February 2023
9mile
Are you always up for shawarma? (It’s a rhetorical question.) If that’s the case, then you might want to check out 9mile. The “house of smoke shawarma” spot recently opened in Al Malqa. Go for a late-night dinner or snack, and enjoy the outdoor seating.
Open daily 7pm-1.30am. Al Malqa. @9mile_sa.
Brute
There are many meaty things being cooked up at Brute. The new Ramla Terraza eatery is focused on Argentinian cuts. The venue opened in February as part of the new complex, and it promises to be the choice for carnivores.
Ramla Terraza, King Fahd Branch Road, As Sahafah, @brute_ksa.
Clap
Clap is another one of the new Ramla Terraza restaurants. The contemporary Japanese restaurant has a permanent spot in the Saudi capital in the new complex following a popular pop-up at Majdoul Tower for Riyadh Season. Enjoy live entertainment and open kitchens scattered throughout the venue dishing up some very pretty plates.
Ramla Terraza, King Fahd Branch Road, As Sahafah, @clap.riyadh.
Iris Café
Iris Café could be your new café spot. You can head over to the new Ramla Terraza restaurant from 6pm to midnight daily to enjoy a fusion menu that blends The Med, South America and Japan.
Open daily 6pm-midnight. Ramla Terraza, As Sahafah, @iriscaferiyadh.
Jones the Grocer
Jones the Grocer is ready for you. The popular Australian grocer and eatery has expanded to Saudi for the first time with a new home in Riyadh’s new Ramla Terraza complex. It’s more than just a restaurant with plenty of shopping and takeaway options thanks to gift hampers, a bakery, a patisserie and a walk-in cheese room. You read that right. Are you jonesing to try it?
Ramla Terraza, As Sahafah, @jonesthegrocersa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, January 2023
Al Fanar Restaurant
The new Emirati and Time Out Market Dubai eatery has officially opened its doors at Riyadh Front in the capital. Yes, that means it’s time to try out some new cultural dishes straight out of the UAE including mixed grills and authentic spicy jasheed or to put it more simply, fish with white rice. Give it a go.
Open daily, 4pm-11pm. Riyadh Front. alfanarrestaurant.com.
Babu Lal
Can you take the spice? Babu Lal is one of the new restaurants in Riyadh that opened from Jeddah and it’s all about the spice and aromas. The Indian eatery serves authentic flavours, so if you like it extra spicy make sure to let it be known. Cut yourself a slice of fresh naan straight out of the tanoor and dunk it right into a fresh aromatic curry or a colourful tandoori chicken.
Open Sat-Wed noon-1am, Thu-Fri noon-2am. Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Al Malqa, @eatbabulal.
Hakkasan
After new restaurants in Riyadh with Asian flavours? Fine-dining eatery Hakkasan is ready for you. The Bujairi Terrace restaurant is focused on Chinese cuisine and serves up a range of authentic eats including the signature Hakkasan Peking duck. From the same team behind Yauatcha Riyadh, the London-based spot is open from 6pm to midnight and requires a reservation as well as a Bujairi Terrace ticket. Slurp up all those flavours.
Open daily, 6pm-midnight. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah. @hakkasanriyadh.
Hualan
Hualan is back in the city. After leaving us for a short while, Chinese-focused eatery is back at the Midtown complex on As Sulamaniyah Road and we couldn’t be happier. If you love a good dim sum, you’ll be getting that and then some at one of the new restaurants in Riyadh. Open 12 hours a day, everyday, experience the dishes you’ve probably been missing.
Open daily, noon-midnight. Midtown, As Sulaimaniyah, @hualanrestaurant.
Hustle n’ Flow
Make way. Marbella’s Hustle n’ Flow has made an entrance. Take a bite out of some healthy and wholesome dishes as well as smoothie bowls, wraps and coffee. You can also dig your fork into a chunky slice of French toast doused in syrup. Oh, and if you take your avocado on toast seriously, it’s got a Smash It item on the menu taking avo-toast to a whole new level.
Open Sun-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri-Sat 8am-5pm. An Nafal, @hustlenflowriyadh.
SAID dal 1923
Can you smell the handmade chocolate? At SAID dal 1923, you will. The Italian chocolate shop is here and it’s covering Hittin’s Lumiere spot in sweetness. The Rome-based space has branches in London and Dubai and is set on making its mark in the capital. Enjoy chocolate covered drinks (literally) with a side of cookies or try out some savoury options including salads and soups.
Open daily, 4pm-midnight. Lumiere, Hittin, @saiddal1923ksa.
San Pablo
Calling all carb fans, there’s a new Italian spot in town and it’s saying your name. San Pablo is a new addition to Huna Takhassusi’s restaurants that you might want to check out. Twirl your forks around some carby Spaghetti and meatballs, a saucy stuffed ravioli and whole pizza. Take more than one slice.
Open Sat-Wed 8am-midnight, Thu-Fri 8am-1am. Al Takhassusi, @iam_huna, @sanpablosa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, December 2022
Angelina
After some Paris vibes in the heart of Riyadh? Angelina is now open in Bujairi Terrace. The venue offers up great views of Turaif. Angelina aims to take visitors back to the 1900 which is when the fvenue was founded by Anton Rumpelmayer and his son René. Tuck in for breakfast, brunch and lunch and dinner. Popular dishes include eggs Benny, chocolate pancakes with whipped cream and croque-madame sandwiches. The signature hot chocolate is not to be missed.
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Open Sat-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu 10am-2am, Fri 2pm-2am. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, @angelinaparisksa.
Baco
Jeddah’s Baco is in town and it’s serving, you guessed it, Asian dishes. We love a good steamy bun, especially a perfectly stuffed bao bun and Baco’s got more than a few of those. Down for a gyoza? They’ve got some prawn-filled ones and few other dishes to have you salivating.
Open Sun-Wed noon-1am, Thu noon-2am, Fri 1pm-2am, Sat noon-2am. As Sulaimaniyah, @baco.sa.
Bronx
The new American restaurant opened its doors in The Zone to provide Riyadh residents with traditional diner-style food. The spot is named after the foodie region of NYC, and nods to the diverse area with a menu of “soul food” that stretches from Italian to Latin.
Open daily noon-11.30pm. The Zone, @bronx.sa.
Chez Bruno
Chez Bruno is recognised for its truffle-focused menu in its hometown of Lorgues. The upscale spot has been open since 1983 so we can’t wait to see the dishes it brings to Riyadh. The eatery has expanded into the Saudi capital with a venue in Bujairi Terrace. This is one of the new restaurants in Riyadh to remember when you’re in Diriyah.
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Open daily, 7pm-10pm. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, restaurantbruno.com.
Brunch & Cake
If you love breakfast, Instagrammable dishes and consider no meal is complete without dessert, you’ll likely be excited to hear that Brunch & Cake has come to Saudi with a picture-perfect branch in Diriyah Gate Born in Spain, the casual eatery is known for its playful interiors, grandma cooking inspiration and all-day breakfast.
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Sun-Wed 10am-midnight, Thu 10am-1am, Fri 2pm-1am, Sat 10am-1am. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah Gate, brunchandcake.com.
Café de L’Esplanade
French restaurants are opening up left and right in the city, but we love us some Parisian vibes so we won’t be complaining about it. Café de L’Esplanade has opened its first-ever branch out of France in Bujairi Terrace.
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Opening soon. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, @cafedelesplanade.
Chalmont
You won’t need your boarding pass this time. Chalmont is one of the new restaurants in Riyadh’s King Abdullah Financial District and is open from 6pm to midnight. The French eatery headed to the city from the mountains of Chalmont and so you might want to dress up for this one because it oozes elegance.
Open daily, 6pm-midnight. KAFD, @chalmont.sa.
Chok
One of Barcelona’s popular pastry shops has now landed in King Abdullah Financial District. Chok first opened its doors in The Esplanade back in September, and now its second location is up and running. The venue serves sweets in all manners: We’re talking doughnuts, mini cakes, muffins, truffles, cheesecakes and cookies at this pop-up.
Open daily 4pm-midnight. KAFD, @chok.ksa.
Maiz
Ready for an all-new Saudi fine-dining concept? Make your way over to Bujairi Terrace. Maiz promises a unique take on Saudi food. The venue aims to highlight the rich variety that makes up Saudi cuisine as well as highlighting local talents in seemingly every detail.
Click here for more about the opening.
Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, maiz.sa.
Santini
Looking for more restaurants opening in Riyadh? One of London’s oldest family-run restaurants is now in the Saudi capital at Laysen Valley. The restaurant is focused on Venetian cuisine with items like spinach and ricotta-filled ravioli and seabass.
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Sun-Thu 1pm-4pm, 7pm-12:30pm, Fri-Sat 1pm-12:30pm. Laysen Valley, santinirestaurant.com.
Sarabeth’s
Riyadh is getting a second Sarabeth’s. Expect more classic American comfort food and bakery treats at the venue’s Bujairi Terrace location. The café already has a branch at U Walk, and it’s considered a great brunch spot in the capital. Similarly, if you love all-day breakfast, have the new location on your radar.
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Opening soon. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, sarabethsksa.com.
Somewhere
After somewhere to eat? How about Somewhere. The casual-chic eatery serves Mediterranean eats with a twist with dishes like sesame tahini pancakes, beef shawarma beetroot rice, and more. The space is located at the new foodie destination overlooking UNESCO World Heritage Site Turaif.
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Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, @somewhere.
Takya
Takya is a Saudi fusion spot with a fresh venue in Bujairi Terrace. The eatery previously one won highly commended at the Time Out Riyadh Restaurant Awards 2022 for Best Saudi Restaurant. Eat inside or head to the leafy terrace and enjoy the views of Turaif.
Open Sun-Wed 4pm-1am, Thu-Sat 1pm-1am. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, @takya_sa.
TATEL
Madrid-based TATEL has locations across the world from Beverly Hills to Ibiza, and now in Diriyah. Launched by Spanish tennis player Rafael Nada and football GOAT and now-Al Nassr player Cristiano Ronaldo, TATEL is an upscale spot offering Spanish eats in a glamorous atmosphere. Don’t leave without trying the omelette.
Open Mon-Sun 11am-midnight. Bujairi Terrace. Diriyah, tatelrestaurants.com.
Sum+Things
Sum+Things isn’t just one of the new restaurants in Riyadh. It is a concept store plus eatery in Bujairi Terrace. So, you can shop, eat and enjoy at the space. There’s even a lounge with a library, a separate in-house coffee shop and a homeware store, too.
Open daily 10am-11.30pm. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, @sumplusthings.
Villa Mamas
Bahraini Villa Mamas has branches across the GCC, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and now Riyadh. (There’s one in London, too). The name comes from the fact that Villa Mamas aims to be a grander version of founder Roaya Saleh’s home. The space is equally known for its use of local, seasonal, fresh and organic ingredients.
Open daily, 4pm-1am. Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah, villamamas.sa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, November 2022
Lunch Room
Looking for somewhere to go for lunch? Kuwait-born spot Lunch Room has opened its doors in Riyadh, and it is for those who have a true appreciation for the midday meal. If you don’t want another soggy sandwich you’ve brought from home, you could head over to Pure Center and see just what is for lunch.
Open daily, 8am-midnight. Al Thoumamah Road, @bellbird_sa.
SaltXPan
The city loves its burgers, and whenever a new spot burger-centric venue opens, Riyadh residents are eager to check it out. SaltXPan calls itself a “dramatic eatery,” but what we do know is there’s no drama in getting a burger.
Open Tue-Sun 6pm-2am, Closed Mon. Ar Rabi, @saltxpan.
Toplum
Toplum is one of the few new restaurants in Riyadh serving Mediterranean cuisine at The Esplanade. Enjoy the minimalist interiors inside or make the most of the weather outside on the terrace.
Open daily, 9am-midnight. The Esplanade, @toplum.me.
Bellbird
Are you after a new breakfast spot? You could fly over to Bellbird. The venue is open from 8am daily until midnight. Therefore, you could also enjoy lunch, dinner and likely a few snacks while you’re there at one of the booths.
Open daily, 8am-midnight. Al Thoumamah Road, @bellbird_sa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, October 2022:
Birdlot
If you’re after new restaurants in Riyadh that serve fried chicken, you could try Birdlot. No surprises really given the name. The Al Mohammadiyyah eatery is open from noon until midnight. No order isn’t complete without fries and a shake… and it goes without saying the chicken.
Open daily, noon-midnight. Al Mohammadiyyah, @birdlot.sa.
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 latest branch can be found 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. Really.
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Open Sun-Wed 1pm-12.30pm. Thu 1pm-1.30am. Fri -Sat 2pm-1.30pm. Lumiere Centre, entrecote-cdp.com.
Sadelle’s
Sadelle’s strives to put a modern spin on New York’s traditional all-day-dining custom. The eatery expanded to Riyadh at the Mansard Riyadh by Radisson. Sadelle’s is best known for its bagels and brunch so head over midday for a bagel with all the cream cheese.
Open daily, 11am-2.30pm (lunch), 7pm-midnight (dinner). Ar Rabi, sadelles.com.
NAC
French food, anyone? Check out NAC. The spot opened its doors in Laysen Valley. Marking the first international location for the London-born NAC, the Riyadh branch is known for its cosy ambience and cookie selection. Bonjour.
Open Mon-Sat, 6pm-11.30pm. Closed Sun. Laysen Valley. @nacriyadh.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, September 2022
Barbar
From Lebanon, Barbar Beirut is here in the Saudi capital. Decades ago, the Lebanese eatery started off as a simple manousha (dough topped with thyme, ground meat, or cheese) bakery. Now, it’s a favourite and has expanded internationally with the Riyadh Eatery opening up on Tahlia Street.
Click here to learn more about the new restaurant.
Tahlia Street, Al Olaya, eatbarbar.com.
Aseeb Najd
Experience local flavours at Aseeb Najd. The Saudi restaurant in Alyasmin is perfect to celebrate the rich flavours of the Kingdom. The traditional spot is serving up Saudi classics, Najdi-style (woven baskets and all) complete with historic décor.
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Open daily, 7pm-midnight. Alyasmin, @aseeb.najd.
Maqsaf
Canteens are giving cafés some competition. Case in point: Masqaf. The casual spot has just opened a second branch in Ar Rayyan. Start your day for breakfast. Get ready to bite into scrambled egg sandwiches, falafel and bread from the in-house pizza oven. Don’t forget the signature chips and hummus.
Click here for more about the new Maqsaf.
Open Sat-Thu 3.45am-1am. Fri (closed). Ar Rayyan, @maqsaf.saudi.
Florya Steak By Etçi Mehmet
New restaurants in Riyadh don’t get much better than a new crowd-favourite steakhouse opening a second branch. Yes, Florya Steak By Etçi Mehmet is now open at Riyadh Front. The Time Out Riyadh Restaurant Awards shortlisted eatery is ready for all carnivores. Forks at the ready.
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Open daily, 2pm-1am. Riyadh Front, @floryasteaksa.
Éloge
Bonjour, Éloge. This Ar Rabi spot is one of the latest French restaurants in Riyadh. The new spot is the sister to fan-favourite and Time Out Riyadh Restaurant Awards 2022 shortlisted eatery Oplaisir. Take a trip to Paris with your stomach through pastries, coffees and other café favourties.
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Open daily, 7am-midnight Al Thumamah, Ar Rabi, @eloge_ksa.
Halepi
Long-awaited London-based Greek eatery Halepi has opened its doors in the capital. If you’re looking for authentic flavours from Greece, you can sample your way around the region with its tried-and-dishes.
Click here for more about the opening.
Open Sun-Thu 7pm-1am, Fri-Sat noon-1am. Laysen Valley, @halepi.sa.
Outta
There’s a new burger spot in town. Outta just opened its doors in Riyadh. Keeping it simple with a small menu, the space serves its burgers in singles, doubles and triples. You can naturally round out your meal with a side of fries (regular or smiley) and a drink. It’s time to get outta your home and over here.
Click here for the best burgers in Riyadh.
Open daily, 6.30pm-12.30am. As Sahafah, @outta.sa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, August 2022
Pizza Bar IOI
It’s no secret that Riyadh adores pizza, so when a new pizza place opens up we should share. Pizza Bar IOI is one of the new restaurants in Riyadh. Tuck into truffle fries, fried calamari and burrata salad before going into pizza options like Margarita, buffalo mozzarella and even lobster.
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Open Sat-Wed 1pm-12.30am, Thu-Fri 1pm-1am. As Sulimaniyah, @pizzabar.ioi.
Roma Restaurant
Roma first opened in it 1991 in Riyadh. After renovations, it’s now open at The Boulevard Mall in Hittin. Get ready to dig into authentic Italian pizza, pasta, and if you’ve got a sweet tooth, some tiramisu. Say “ciao” to revamped favourite.
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Open daily, 12.30pm-11.30pm. The Boulevard, Hittin, @romarestaurant.ksa.
Twina Seafood Restaurant
There’s a new seafood joint in town. Twina Seafood Restaurant recently opened its doors in The Esplanade. Enjoy eats from the Jeddah-based spot including jumbo shrimp and grilled seabass. You can also dig into the variety of dessert options such as lemon cake and Umm Ali. Offering cosy vibes and dishes with local inspiration, you likely don’t want to miss out on some under-the-sea delicacies.
Click here for more on Entrecôte Café de Paris newest locations.
Open daily, 1pm-1am. The Esplanade, @twinapark.
Chök
Serving sweet delights all the way from Barcelona, Chök opened its first international flagship branch in Riyadh’s The Esplanade complex. Head here for a slice of chocolate delights with raspberry, chocolate and caramel truffles or bite into kronuts including custard with passion fruit and pistachio crema.
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Open daily, 4pm-12am. The Esplanade, @chok.ksa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, July 2022
Bask
There are sandwiches and then there are sandwiches. Bask at these massive sandwiches. (Get a photo for Instagram before you unhinge your jaw to tackle it.) The burgers are equally behemoth. You could also head here for some breakfast and brunch options. It’s one of the top new restaurants in Riyadh for those with big appetites.
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Open daily, 5.30am-4pm. Othman Bin Affan Road, @bask.sa.
Dyar Bakery
After a fresh breakfast spot in the capital? Dyar Bakery just opened in Riyadh. Located in Hittin district, the bakery brings flavours from around the world from French pastries to Indian breakfast dishes. And of course there are plenty of sweets. Grab one of the cakes before heading out.
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Open daily, 6am-midnight. Hittin, @dyarbakery.sa.
Feluka
After more new restaurants in Riyadh? There’s a new seafood spot in town. Feast on marinated raw fish platters, fresh crab salad and seafood marinades including octopus legs, shrimps, calamari with garlic and olive oil. Other menu options include over-baked hammour fish in a salt cave. With a fish tank and colourful lighting, this As Sulimaniyah spot also looks like one of the prettiest new restaurants in Riyadh.
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Open Sat-Thu 1pm-midnight. Thu-Fri 1pm-1am. As Sulimaniyah, feluka.co.
Stir
Want a new breakfast spot to head to on the weekends? This stylish new eatery serves pancakes, scones, thick slices of French toast topped with icing sugar and all the syrup. If you’re looking for new restaurants in Riyadh to start your day at, this Ar Rawdah spot is a solid choice.
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Open Sun-Thu 7am-3pm, Fri 7am-4pm, Sat 6am-4pm. Jarir Complex, Ar Rawdah, @stireatery.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, June 2022
Anago
Ready to experience a taste of Japan? Anago is a fine-dining new restaurant in Riyadh that recently opened its doors in Oud Square in the Diplomatic Quarter. Dim lights, wooden tables and fresh food, what more could a person ask for? The décor alone will likely leave you tempted to visit. Then there’s the menu, which offers a variety of sushi, sashimi and nigiri selections in addition to small bites and appetisers. Chopsticks in hand, get ready to devour.
Click here for the best Japanese restaurants in the city.
Open daily, 6pm-midnight, Oud Square, Al Safarat, @anago.sa (059 111 1895).
A.O.K Kitchen
Craving some Mediterranean flavours with a Californian twist? A.O.K Kitchen is likely the spot you want to visit. The eatery just opened in King Abdullah Financial District with a menu that caters to different diets and food intolerances. The A.O.K menu is free from refined sugar and uses limited dairy and gluten. Try the seabass ceviche and gnocchi followed by gluten-free blueberry pancakes. Oh, and don’t forget to bring your pups along, since A.O.K’s terrace is dog-friendly.
To find out about A.O.K Riyadh opening click here.
Open daily 8am-11.30pm. King Abdullah Financial District, @aokkitchensaudi (92 002 5304).
DipTrip
DipTrip is one of the new restaurants in Riyadh that combines food and fun. If you’re looking for a variety of options, you’ll find tacos, shawarmas and pizzas. Wondering where the fun kicks in? The spot also features a “challenge arena” full of arcade games. Get ready to battle it out with your friends and family pre- or post-meal.
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Open Sat-Wed 8pm-1am, Thu-Fri 8pm-2am. Alyasmin, @diptrip_sa.
High Joint
Craving a freshly minced beef patty? Try out High Joint’s burgers. The award-winning Dubai-born spot initially launched in Riyadh as a delivery-only burger spot and is now available as a pop-up food truck at The Boulevard. Bite into the signature High Jamz burger: a double patty burger on a buttery toasted bun with American cheese, crispy-fried shallots and homemade mustard sauce or try one of the fried chicken and veggie options.
To find out more about High Joint in Riyadh, click here.
Open daily, 8pm-midnight. The Boulevard, Hittin, @highjoint.ksa.
Molo
On the hunt for an all-new Indian restaurant? Molo offers an upscale dining experience and bold flavours in dishes like butter chicken, tandoori dishes, mutton bhuna gosht along with four types of biryani. We’re talking Hyderabadi dum, vegetable, prawn, and of course Bombay chicken.
Click here for the best Indian restaurants in Riyadh.
Open Sun-Tue 5.30pm-1am. Wed 5.30pm-2am. Thu-Fri 3pm-2am. Sat 3pm-1am. Riyadh Front, @molo_sa.
Stun
Burgers, fries, and arcade games? We’re definitely up for that trio. Stun opened in Riyadh with the concept of adding entertainment while you wait for your food. Enjoy games including Pac Man while your patty is being prepared. Player up.
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Open daily, 4pm-12.30am. Al Thoumamah Rd, @stun.ksa.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, May 2022
Arcomi
Among the many new restaurants in Riyadh, Arcomi, located at The Esplanade, is a good pick if you’re in searching for a place to brunch or want to grab coffee and something sweet.
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Open daily, Sat-Thu 7am-midnight. Fri 1pm-midnight. The Esplanade, @arcomi.sa.
Beit Omar
Looking to dig into Arabian fusion plates? You could make your way to Beit Omar, a newly opened eatery in the capital. Sample seafood, mixed grills, Jordanian mansaf, molokhia, crispy cauliflower tempura, and more. You can also order burgers, fettuccini alfredo and chicken burgers at one of the new restaurants in Riyadh. Got room for dessert? Take a bite out of classics like kunafah and umm Ali.
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Open Sun-Wed 1pm-11.30pm. Thu-Sat 1pm-12.30am. Al Olaya, @beit_omar.
EL&N Café
On the hunt for some more new restaurants in Riyadh? EL&N London opened a new branch in Panorama Mall. If your Instagram feed is looking a bit dull, this is likely the perfect place to brighten it up. Known as the “leading Instagrammable café”, EL&N’s pink walls and neon signs give the café its cheerful and vibrant aura. Choose from the all-day breakfast as well as dinner dishes including burgers and pasta. Remember to save room for dessert or sip on a signature Biscoff hot chocolate with frothy whipped cream.
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Open daily, 9am-1am. Central Province, Panorama Mall, sa.elnlondon.com.
Jazy
Enjoy traditional Saudi flavours like smoky kebdah, foul, avocado scrambles, cloudy chicken and more in this new Alyasmin eatery. Enjoy your meal indoors or head to the spacious outdoor area when the weather is right.
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Open daily 6am-3pm. Alyasmin, @jazy_res.
Los Bandidos
Recently hitting the city’s fine-dining scene with a bang, this upscale restaurant is an option if you’re craving French flavours with a Scandinavian twist. Some noteworthy dishes to try could be the lamb chops with crunchy garlic or the chanterelle (woodland mushrooms) with cream on toast.
For new fine-dining restaurants in Saudi, click here.
Open daily 1pm-4.30pm, 8pm-1.30am. Prince Muhammed Ibn Abdulaziz, @losbandidos_ksa.
Maqsaf
Miss those school canteen vibes? Maqsaf is here to bring those nostalgic experiences right back to you. Offering egg and sausage, truffle scrambled eggs and halloumi sandwiches, the Al Mohammadiyyadh spot serves simple food suitable for all hours of the day. If you’re craving something sweet, try out the kunafah, masoub (Yemeni banana bread pudding). If you want a memory of one of the new restaurants in Riyadh, grab something from the merch shop before heading out.
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Open daily 3.45am-1am. Al Mohammadiyyah, @maqsaf.saudi.
New Restaurants in Riyadh, March 2022
OXAR
For all those carnivore-lovers out there, we’ve got another one for you. Sharpen those knives and get ready to cut into some steak at OXAR Prime Steakhall, one of the new restaurants in Riyadh. Giving off barn-like vibes, keep it hearty with 28-day aged Angus porterhouse or dig into some wet-aged new world steak topped with entrecote sauce served with a side of fries.
For the top steakhouses in the capital, click here.
Open daily, 12.30pm-1.30am. The Esplanade, Rd, @oxarksa (053 198 6900).
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