You won’t want to miss the latest crop of new restaurants to hit the Riyadh restaurant scene…
With more and more top international restaurants and chefs being lured to the set up shot in the Saudi capital, we take a look at some of the most exciting openings to clear your diary for this autumn…
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COMING SOON
1. Mr Chow
Celebrity favourite Mr Chow’s first foray into the Middle East launches this autumn with a soft launch slated for 3rd October and the grand opening on the 5th, with restaurateur-turned artist Michael Chow himself expected to attend. Executive chef Jia He will be serving up authentic Beijing dishes in a suitably sophisticated/hip hangout at the King Abdullah Financial District where the brand’s unique mix of art, culture and cuisine will be a welcome addition to the Riyadh culinary scene. Look out for favourites such as Peking Duck and its famous - and Insta-worthy - hand-pulled noodles. Tables will be like gold dust, so call our Bookings team now to secure a sought after spot.
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Call: +966 9200 12658
Address: Bldg 2.09, Metro Blvd,Riyadh, Al Aqiq 13519
2. Sexy Fish
Mr Chow isn’t the only fine dining establishment dipping its toe into the burgeoning Middle-Eastern market. London’s glamorous Sexy Fish will be opening a Riyadh outpost this autumn, although a firm date has yet to be announced. The Japanese-inspired menu will retain popular signature dishes, such as duck salad and black cod, with new additions expected to have a Saudi twist using seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. And if the Mayfair restaurant is anything to go by, Sexy Fish Riyadh will be delightfully decadent. Ask our Bookings team for more information about the grand opening.
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RECENTLY OPENED
3. Scott’s
This perennially popular seafood restaurant in London’s Mayfair has opened its first international branch outside the UK, and it’s in Riyadh, of course! Menu staples, including tempura fried oysters, sashimi, salmon and sea bass are served alongside wagyu beef and crispy duck in elegant art-deco surroundings, with soft candle light and jazz music adding to the relaxed ambiance. Definitely one for a treat.
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Call: +966 136 637 000
Address: حي, Makkah Al Mukarramah Rd, Al Hada، ڤيا رياض, الطابق الأرضي, Riyadh 12912
4. Flamingo Room by Tashas
This recently-opened concept restaurant draws on the flavours of South Africa to deliver an innovative, contemporary menu featuring lobster and prawn vol-au-vent, calamari Mozambique as well as classic dishes inspired by the region. As well as Flamingo Room, the site includes Collectie Africa, selling high-end clothing and homeware, and African Lounge, which is inspired by luxury tented safaris. Following in the footsteps of the wildly successful Flamingo Room Dubai, the delightful Riyadh outpost is as glamorous and Instagramable as you would expect. Call our Bookings team now to reserve your table.
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Call: +966 9200 13253
Address: Bujairi Terrace, 7295 King Faisal Road, 3205, Riyadh
5. Bianca
LA’s artisan bakery sensation Bianca opened in luxury destination Via Riyadh in August, bringing its dreamy pastries and freshly baked organic bread to the Saudi capital. The California-style menu includes Italian, French and South American-inspired dishes, while those with a sweet tooth can chow down on the likes of custard-filled pistachio raspberry cake and chocolate fudge cake. Be sure to arrive hungry…
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Call: +966 13 637 000
Address: حي, Makkah Al Mukarramah Rd, Al Hada, ڤيا رياض, الطابق الأرضي, Riyadh 12912
