You voted – here are the top restaurants to watch out for this year.
Our New Year’s resolutions have been made and we usually feel ready to conquer the world this time of year. Since we are finally in 2020, it’s only fair to start it right with the top restaurant picks so you don’t have to go through crummy food experiences. According to the voices of our audience on social media, these are the top places in the Kingdom for your 2020 food checklist. The categories were divided into: Casual dining, Breakfast spots, Cafés, and breakthrough places that opened within last year.
Casual Dining
Hualan
This Asian fusion restaurant was voted top casual restaurant in Riyadh, offering high end Chinese fusion food. The interior of Hualan took inspiration from traditional Chinese gardens infused with geometrical structures, making it look modishly conventional. The kitchen is open for anyone who wishes to watch their meal being prepared. The grilled honey seabass is quite intriguing along with their fried prawn with pumpkin sauce.
Location: Olaya St., Centria Mall, Riyadh
Tel: +966-11-2110999
Instagram: hualan_restaurant
Section B
Delicious burgers dripping with cheese and sauce is the comfort food we all seek. If you like to indulge in juicy beef patties then the “B” burger is your choice, whereas if you’re into golden friend chicken then you’re a “C” sandwich type of person. Whatever burger you prefer, Section B has you covered.
Location: PR. Turki Alawwal St. Riyadh
Mob: +966-551239785
Instagram: sectionb_sa
Breakfast
Urth Caffé
Coming all the way from Los Angeles, Urth Caffé has made its mark in the Kingdom. Organic coffees, a fine tea selection and health-conscious meals, Urth Caffé came up as second favorite breakfast spot in Riyadh. Their kale salad and truffle omelette are a must-try. Their signature Iced Spanish Latte is our number one coffee choice at Urth.
Location: Prince Muhammad Bin Abdulaziz Street, Riyadh
Mob: 920007498
Instagram: urthcaffesaudi
Bistro by Tao
Voted top breakfast spot in Riyadh, this restaurant offers a diverse breakfast menu, where you can go for an oriental experience or an international one. The eggs benedict and soft French toast are people’s top choice, whereas the crisp falafel is the top oriental selection for some Riyadh residents.
Location: Jabir Ibn Abdullah St., Nujood Center, Riyadh
Mob: +966-558543414
Instagram: bistrobytao
Café
Draft Cafe
The top-ranked coffee shop in Riyadh, their unique coffee drinks, such as matcha, charcoal, and turmeric latte have won over the Riyadhis. The cool twist to this place is that they have their very own concept store with quirky stationeries and pouches. Also, they are the definition of dessert goals.
Location: King Muhammad Al Khames St., Riyadh
Tel: +966-11 -4624660
Instagram: draftthoughts
Favorite Newcomer
Buttermilk
The top selection for a breakthrough restaurant that opened within last year goes to Buttermilk, an American Southern comfort food cuisine. Offering amazing food and great vibes, Buttermilk has gained a strong customer base in no time. Have you tried their jaw-dropping fried chicken and waffles with maple syrup? If you haven’t yet, now you know where you’re having lunch.
Location: Nojoud Mall, Jabir Ibn Abdullah, Riyadh
Mob: +966-556279170
Instagram: buttermilk.sa
Editor’s Picks
Eataly Arabia
Eataly restaurant situated in Riyadh will offer you a taste of Italia in their dishes. They are best known for their white truffle dishes that are absolutely jaw-dropping. The food presentation alone will awaken your Italian cuisine craving. Eataly definitely makes the cut as a top casual dining experience for 2020.
Location: Al Malik An Nasir, As Sulimaniyah, Riyadh
Mob: +966-596133028
Instagram: eatalyarabia
