Riyadh’s dining scene is on fire right now. New restaurants are popping up all over the city, serving everything from bold street food and designer cafés to refined fine dining. Whether you’re hunting for your next burger obsession or something a little more global, this roundup of new spots has your cravings covered.
Here are the restaurants to put on your radar.
New restaurants in Riyadh
Ko Asian Kitchen
Say hola to Riyadh’s next dining obsession, Ko Asian Kitchen is currently in its soft-opening phase! The Peru-born restaurant is bringing its bold fusion of Asian flavors and Latin flair to As Sulimaniyah, and trust us, your taste buds are in for a ride. Sleek interiors, shareable bites, and menu favorites like tuna tartare, dim sum, poke bowls, and sushi rolls that pack a punch of spice and freshness. So go ahead, gather your foodie crew and wear your stretchiest pants.
Soft-opening. The Elite, As Sulaimaniyah, @koasiankitchen.ksa.
Off-Brief
Step into Off-Brief, Riyadh’s creative café and social hub at JAX, where coffee, culture, and community collide. Perfect for artists, thinkers, and anyone craving inspiration, the space offers specialty brews, curated bites, and events that spark conversation and creativity. It’s more than a café, it’s a playground for ideas and connections.
Sat-Thu 8am-10pm, Fri 2pm-midnight. Jax District, @offbriefcafe.
Nomas
Nomas is Riyadh’s newest fine dining gem bringing Saudi heritage to the table, literally. Now open at the Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, the restaurant blends authentic local flavors with world-class finesse. Led by an all-female team, including Chef Ahad Alghamdi and manager Ebtisam Alkhaulif, the restaurant takes you on a culinary journey through the Kingdom, serving dishes like Hail Kebiba, Saudi coffee-glazed hashi steak, and a signature Najdi lamb shoulder.
Open daily 6am-midnight. Marriott Riyadh, Diplomatic Quarter, @nomas.riyadh / sevenrooms.com.
Cucina
Riyadh’s dining scene just got a major Italian upgrade with the arrival of Cucina, the beloved eatery that’s already made waves in Dubai, Doha, and Egypt. Now open at the Riyadh Marriott Hotel, Cucina serves up rustic Italian comfort with a modern twist, think handmade pasta, live cooking, cozy trattoria vibes, and a roaming accordion player for that extra flair. Whether you’re there for a long, chatty dinner or a quick coffee and focaccia fix, this spot promises a true taste of Italy under the Riyadh sky, alfresco tables, gelato station, and all.
Open daily noon-midnight. Riyadh Marriott Hotel, @cucinariyadh.
Juno KSA
Riyadh foodies, take note, Qatar’s much-loved Juno has landed in Laysen Valley, bringing its Italian flair with it. Think creamy burrata, golden truffle arancini, rich saffron risotto, and wood-fired pizzas done to perfection. With a menu made for lingering over lunch or savoring late into the night, Juno is set to be your new go-to for Italian indulgence.
Open daily 4pm-midnight. Laysen Valley, @juno.ksa.
Blu Pizzeriá
Blu Pizzeriá, the Emirati-born spot already loved in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, has fired up its ovens in Riyadh. Inspired by Naples but with a Middle Eastern twist, the menu goes beyond the classics, think indulgent Short Ribs pizza with Black Angus and truffle sauce, or the Musakhan topped with chicken and sour cream. With crowd-pleasers like the cheesy Margo and the ultra-luxe truffle-loaded Tartufo, all served in a chic setting of dark woods, plush seating, and greenery, this is pizza night leveled up.
Sun-Wed 6pm-1am, Thu-Fri 4pm-2am, Sat 4pm-1am. Al Takhassousi, An Nakheel, @blupizzeria.sa.
Barbeque Nation
Coming in hot, Barbeque Nation is one of the spiciest new restaurants in Riyadh. An Indian buffet through and through, you can tuck into a wide variety of street food-esque snacks or bite into fresh of the grill barbeques. The tender meat is bound to fall off the skewers. That is not all though, there is also creamy curries, spicy chutneys, and delicate desserts for you to chomp down on.
Open open. Tahliya Street, @barbequenation.ksa.
Pastammama
Looking for some Italian restaurants to tuck into in Riyadh? Riyadh Park Mall’s Pastamamma is the place to be. Wood oven pizzas, fresh pastas, and mocktails so refreshing you will knock back two more glasses before ordering another one. Currently in its soft opening, the Italian restaurant is also serving iconic flavors like pistachio burrata and turkey ham. So, come hungry.
Open daily 11am-1am. Riyadh Park Mall, @pastamamma.official.
Junkie Burger
Junkie Burger is one of the city’s must-try burger spots, serving everything from timeless classics to creative options loaded with flavourful sauces. Highlights include the Smokey Burger, Junkie Spicy Smash, and Black Truffle BBQ, best enjoyed with their signature fries. The appetisers are just as bold, with favourites like Junkie’s Smoky Wings and Mango Bango tenders.
Sat-Wed 6pm-2am, Thu-Fri 6pm-3am. Al Malqa. @junkie_ksa.
Sprout
The sapling has arrived from Jeddah and is ready to sprout in Riyadh. The absolutely beloved salad and other healthy food spot has taken over Al Malqa. The green space serves fresh salads, juices that hit the spot, and of course refreshing açaí bowls sprinkled with your fave summer fruits. If you are looking from some light eating at new restaurants in Riyadh then Sprout should definitely be on your list. Its on ours.
Sun-Thu 10am-2am, Fri 9am-3am, Sat 11am-3am. Anas bin Malik Road, Al Malqa, @sproutsalad.sa.
Burns Road Express
If you are on the hunt to spice up your evenings, then Burns Road Express is the place to be. One of the most recent new restaurants in Riyadh, the Pakistani eatery has brought the colors and flavors of Southeast Asia to Alshuada. From juicy bun kababs and sizzling paratha rolls to biryani, haleem, nihari, karahi, and BBQ that hits all the right notes, Burns Road Express has the city flocking to it not only for the mouthwatering food, but also for the cool outdoor dining space (first Pakistani restaurant in the capital to have one).
Open daily 12.30pm-2am. Alshuada, @burnsroadexpress.
The Boba Bar
Looking for cute interiors and delicious drinks? The Boba Bar is the latest addition to the new restaurants in Riyadh list. The pale purple and green space has opened its first location in Saudi capital. A beloved Jeddah staple, The Boba Bar is serving its iconic milk, milk tea, matcha lattes, and of course soft serves complete with the chewy bites. So, grab your yap pals and head down to An Nada for an Instagram-worthy evening.
Soft opening. 4pm onwards. An Nada, @thebobabar.sa.
Pickl
The UAE’s burger favourite has landed in Riyadh and it’s bringing big energy with it. Think juicy smash burgers, spicy chicken sandos, creamy shakes, and the legendary ice cream sando. If you like burger spots when it comes to trying new restaurants in Riyadh and want your burgers messy and packed with flavor, Pickl is your new go-to.
Multiple locations, including Cenomi Al Nakheel Mall, @pickl.saudiarabia.
The Food Junction
If food halls are more up to you and your foodie crew’s speed when it comes to trying new restaurants in Riyadh, then The Food Junction should be calling out to you the way the sea calls out to a certain Hawaiian Disney Princess. This new food venue is all about variety. From spicy street eats to gourmet mains, The Food Junction has something for every taste and every budget. Great for group outings or when you just can’t decide what to eat.
Century Corner, Musa Ibn Nusair St, Al Olaya, @tfj.ksa.
Casa Myrra
Greek and Spanish vibes come together in one stylish new restaurant at the Novotel in Al Sahafa. The space is warm and rustic with live music to match the Mediterranean energy. Expect classic mezze, Spanish paella, and fresh Greek salads, all perfect for a night out with friends or family.
Novotel Hotel, Olaya Street, Al Sahafa. @casamyrrariyadh.
Benoit
After months of teasing, French cuisine lovers can finally rejoice because a French eatery has been added to the growing roaster of new restaurants in Riyadh. The legendary Parisian bistro, Benoit, has opened at KAFD and it’s already turning heads. Backed by chef Alain Ducasse, the menu features French classics like onion soup, foie gras, grilled pigeon, and even a twist on slow-cooked camel. This is fine dining with serious pedigree.
King Abdullah Financial District, @benoitriyadh.
Koojeh
Riyadh’s very own Persian street food-inspired restaurant just opened a second branch in Takhassusi. Koojeh blends nostalgic Iranian flavours with modern flair. The vibe is casual but the dishes are rich, soulful, and full of depth. This is where you go when you want great food and none of the bells and whistles at new restaurants in Riyadh.
Takhassusi, @koojeh.sa.
Pret A Manger
The UK’s cult-favourite sandwich and coffee shop Pret A Manger is now open in Olaya Towers. Fast, fresh, and perfect for a quick bite, it’s already a hit with the office crowd. Another branch is opening soon in KAFD.
Olaya Towers, Al Olaya, @pret.ksa.
L’Occitane Café
Step into a little slice of Provence at this new cafe in the Diplomatic Quarter. The yellow-and-green interiors are charming and the French-inspired menu is packed with fresh, seasonal dishes. Breakfast is the star here, but the soups and salads also shine.
Diplomatic Quarter, @loccitanecafe.
Sasani
Sasani brings rich Persian flavours to the heart of Hittin. The menu includes fragrant stews, charcoal-grilled meats, and traditional hot and cold appetisers. The ingredients are top notch and the dishes are full of heritage.
Hittin, @sasanifood.
