Feeling a little uninspired after MDLBeast’s Soundstorm took Riyadh by storm? Well, you’ve come to the right place, as we are bursting with ways to make your weekend wonderful. So here are our top picks for things to do in Riyadh this weekend. Whether you want to check out Riyadh Season zones, or new coffee shops opening up, we have you covered.
Challenge yourself with the Monsta Burger at Steak House Burgers
Calling all the burger fanatics, this one’s for you. Steak House Burgers is hosting a Monsta Burger challenge where you have to finish a huge 800-gram beef burger and if you do, well your meal is on the house.
SAR165. Open Sat-Wed 10am-midnight. Thu 10am-1am. Fri 2pm-1am. Riyadh Front. shburgers.com
Discover the new Riyadh Season zone Al Athriyah
If you enjoy music with your meal, then turn it up a notch and tuck into a luxury high-end meal. At this Riyadh Season zone, you can enjoy exclusive musical performances and browse shops that reflect the cultural heritage of Saudi Arabia.
Open daily 6pm-midnight. Banban District 13484, riyadhseason.sa
Enjoy holiday themed treats at Glaze Craze
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Glaze Craze is definitely getting into the whole winter cosy vibe. Serving up delicious hot chocolate bombs, gingerbread cakes, and if you’re feeling a little chilly order one of their hot smore lattes and you’re set. The doughnuts are winter-themed with amazing details like edible leaves on a chocolate doughnut.
Open Sat-Wed 8am-12am Thu-Fri 8am-1:30pm, 7089 Abi Bakr As Siddiq Rd, An Nada, glazecrazedonut.com (050 366 8032).
Grab a coffee at Boss Co. Roastery
We were excited to see that Boss Co. Roastery is the latest venue to hit the coffee scene. If you’re looking for a new hangout, check this place out. It’s all about cool vibes here, thanks to the white walls and clean lines and the huge eye-catching mural of a woman painted in mustard yellow, black, and white.
Open Sat-Thu 7am-midnight. Fri 1pm-midnight. Olaya St, Olaya, instagram.com/boss.co.sa
Learn how to make French winter delicacies
Have you ever wondered how the French get their pastries so pretty? Well, you can find out at this French pastry cooking demonstration, which is taking place in the ever-popular Marriot Diplomatic Quarter. French chefs Juli Lestrade and Juli Lewa will teach you how to make winter-inspired treats. During the event, you’ll enjoy afternoon tea with scones and Arabic sweets, and get to take away a box of delicacies.
SAR 350. 11am-2pm. December 23. Marriott DQ 6781 Abdullah Alsahmi St, Al Safarat.
Sing the night away at Syrup Lounge’s Karaoke Night
Always wanted to try your hand (or rather your voice) at singing? Syrup Lounge has you covered. Head out to these karaoke nights and show off your do-re-mis. For those who love the spotlight, put Syrup Lounge on your radar, as it was one of the first entertainment venues to open in Riyadh. Don’t be shy, as it creates a supportive environment for performers.
8pm-midnight. December 25. From SAR120.
Spoil yourself at Four Seasons and Piaget’s afternoon tea
Raise those pinkies, Riyadh. The Lobby Lounge at Four Seasons welcomes you to have a classy afternoon tea experience, so you can sip some tea and munch on the amazing finger sandwiches. The brands are aiming to redefine the meaning of luxury, and the indulgent affair will be on for a limited time only so sip while you can.
Until January 8. Daily 11am-8pm. Center Point, 2239 King Fahd Rd, Al Olaya, fourseasons.com (011 211 5000).
Try modern Japanese food at Soma Sushi Bar
It’s time to grab those chopsticks, as there is a new sushi spot in town. Soma Sushi Bar has opened in the King Abdullah District and aims to bring authentic Japanese flavours to the capital. Get stuck into the menu which covers sushi nigiri, teppanyaki and sashimi dishes. The special platters are a great way to sample the best of the restaurant, and there is also a dedicated noodle menu, which covers everything from udon noodles with shrimps to chicken udon noodles.
Open daily 1pm-1am. Uthman Ibn Affan Road, 8147 2145, soma.com.sa (057 060 6563).
Visit the new mall The View
Calling all shopaholics, this one’s for you. Arabian Centres just added another amazing establishment to its impressive list of 20 malls all across Saudi Arabia. The View has recently opened in Umm Al Hamam, and is a one-stop-shop for all of your fashion, food and film needs.
Open daily 10am-11pm. King Abdulaziz Rd, mall.arabiancentres.com
Watch Pinocchio with the kids at VOX
Starring Finn Wolfhard, this edition of Pinocchio starts off with Pinocchio running away from Jepetto and joining a travelling circus. Based on the 1883 novel The Adventures of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi. Grab the popcorn, Riyadh.
ksa.voxcinemas.com/movies/pinocchio
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