Prawn to be wild.
Sushi has taken over Riyadh in a massive way. From high-end restaurants like KAFD’s Zuma to some of the more affordable options in the city like Asian Hub, everyone has hand-rolled their take on the beloved Japanese classic.
Now the rice and fish combo is preparing to dominate Via Riyadh.
The uber luxe, open-air mall is home to some of the Saudi capital’s favorite restaurants including Madeo and of course Wolfgang Puck’s Michelin-starred Spago.
The Cali-cuisine restaurant is bringing in the Art of Sushi to the Riyadh location.
A permanent feature at the Beverly Hills outlet, the sushi bar will be headed by Chef Tetsu Yahagi.
So, prepare for some sushi time and feeling fine. Here is everything to know about the exciting development.
The Art of Sushi Spago’s Riyadh 2025

The unique expansion of Spago’s menu will focus on elevating the raw section led by Chef Tetsu Yahagi. With over 25 years of experience with the Wolfgang Puck Dining Group, Chef Tetsu’s menu combines the finest ingredients with centuries-old traditions and contemporary techniques, delivering an unmatched sushi experience.
The new menu debut will transform Spago’s iconic raw bar into a dedicated sushi destination, where Chef Tetsu will showcase his new creations in an intimate and sophisticated setting. Following the special launch, the expanded sushi menu will be seamlessly integrated into Spago’s regular à la carte offerings.
So we are definitely in for a treat.
The Art of Sushi location
The addition will be part of the Spago Riyadh restaurant.
The Art of Sushi opening dates
The expansion will be introduced on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Yes, you read that right! Your luxe sushi experience could start in less than a week.
Chef Tatsu Yahagi will also be joining the Riyadh sushi bar for a week from Thursday, January 30 to Thursday, February 6, 2025. Prepare to dig in from 6pm to midnight.
The Art of Sushi reservations
Make your reservations today via sevenrooms.com.
New restaurants in Riyadh

The Saudi capital is set to welcome a number of brand-new restaurants by the end of January including the Japanese and Peruvian restaurant Chotto Matte in KAFD and the iconic Isabel Mayfair in Sulaimaniyah. Via Riyadh is not far behind with its exclusive month-long pop-up of Berenjak happening in February.
Thu Jan 30-Thu Feb 6. 6pm-midnight. Via Riyadh, Al Hada, sevenrooms.com.