Riyadh
This little joint has an air of zen about it. Eastern and contemporary-chic decor and mellow music create a relaxing atmosphere. The prices here aren't…
Must-see restaurants in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
A big green and yellow sign greets you at this popular, local establishment on the corner of a busy intersection. Famous for its delicious mezze, Hashem…
Jeddah
With appealing decor and a comfortable atmosphere, Yildizlar is a local institution serving a splendid mix of Turkish and Lebanese food. Dishes range from…
Eastern Province
Every city in Saudi Arabia boasts at least one of these restaurant-cum-museums, and Dammam's is among the better ones. Before dining on some excellent…
Mecca
This no-frills little eating spot is tucked away along one of the backstreets east of the clock tower, close to Al Masjid Al Haram. The food is cheap,…
Riyadh
Aroma, the signature in-house restaurant of the Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski, is an all-day buffet restaurant that hosts themed buffets that are great value…
Saudi Arabia
Jazan's restaurant-cum-traditional house has a nice fort-like facade with reed shutters. Inside there are cosy carpeted booths or private rooms where…
Jeddah
The decor is contemporary and the food provides an authentic taste of Turkey – little wonder this restaurant draws many Turkish expats. The Tarsus kebab…
Saudi Arabia
This pseudo-American restaurant serves up nice alternatives to the South Asian and Middle Eastern options everywhere else. The portions aren't big, but…
Saudi Arabia
Canary coloured, cheap and cheerful, this is Yanbu’s favourite eating establishment. Try the speciality, the shawarma iskandar, served with a secret sauce…
Saudi Arabia
As Shafa serves delicious Saudi and Turkmen dishes, including manti (similar to ravioli), at unbeatable prices. It’s much admired locally, but there's no…
Mecca
Pick up delicious shawarma and falafel wraps or a bag of freshly fried samosas for a mere SR2 at these great little 24-hour food stands selling the best…
Riyadh
Large, bright and clean, this Turkish place remains perennially popular among Riyadhis, who come for the succulent shawarma or famous falafel. There’s no…
Mecca
On the 12th floor of the Al Marwa Rayhaan hotel, commanding spectacular views over Al Masjid Al Haram, Al Deyafa offers a great Malaysian buffet that is…
Saudi Arabia
Light, bright and clean, the Ahlan has good home-style cooking, with a great pick-and-point counter containing fresh regional dishes that change daily and…
Saudi Arabia
The lack of tourism infrastructure on Greater Farasan is summed up by the fact that this small, local restaurant with basic seating only for men is one of…
Mecca
One of the kingdom's most popular fast-food outlets, Al Tazaj offers local food served super-quick. Conveniently open 24 hours a day and next to Al Masjid…
Northern Saudi Arabia
The speciality at this local fast-food chain are the wraps filled with chicken, meat or fish. It also does chicken boxes, subs, salads and burgers. In a…
Al Ula
Of Al Ula’s small selection of restaurants, Al Ula Bukhari, which lies 100m south of the Saptco bus station, has the best reputation. It’s signposted in…
