Riyadh is no stranger to trending restaurants and viral dishes. This guide has narrowed down the best of the best from TikTok’s most trending restaurants in Riyadh and must try dishes from each location. No matter what you’re craving, we’ve found the best spot in Riyadh to get your fill.
These are all of Riyadh’s most talked about spots that never miss the spot. Perfect for breakfast, late-night cravings, intimate date nights and everything in between, these restaurants got it all. Check out some of the most viral dishes including the juiciest burgers at PICKUP Riyadh or head out for a unique dining experience at Ki Riyadh. You can also find the city’s affordable gems, to enjoy a fine dining dinner without the price tag. If you’re looking for a new place to dine in Riyadh, this guide covers where to go and what to order from Riyadh’s most trending restaurants.
BiRD – At Taawun
BiRD Riyadh is cooking up the best Nashville Hot Chicken in town. With reasonable prices, guests are welcome to choose their preferred levels of heat, try out X Hot if you’re looking to challenge your taste buds or Country if you prefer something milder. BiRD is Riyadh’s deep fried haven, serving up the best chicken sandwiches, tenders and Nashville Hot Chicken in the city. Check out the BiRD wings and fries, corn strips, the Nashville fries, or the BiRD Box which comes with The BiRD Sando, chicken tenders, fries, pickles and sauce for a complete meal.
Sat – Wed 1PM – 3AM, Thurs & Fri 1PM – 3:30AM, Riverwalk, Al Hussein Ibn Ali, At Taawun, Riyadh 12475, @bird.saudia, +966 50 612 6793
Kintan Riyadh
If you’re looking to venture beyond the usual, Kintan Riyadh is home to the first authentic Japanese style yakiniku in Saudi Arabia. Set in a gorgeous space with beautifully decorated interiors and dim lighting, Kintan Riyadh invites guests to a unique dining experience transported from Japan. Kintan brings the finest cuts of beef and other high quality meats for you to grill on the table for an interactive experience. Make sure to have a bite of the Salmon Volcano Rolls, the Ebi rolls, Fried Gyoza, the Menchi Katsu and of course the Japanese Grill with Kalbi Short Ribs and Soy Chicken. The smores and Kintan Tiramisu serve as the perfect close to a fun and filling meal.
Daily, 1PM – 1:30AM, Box@, RAWA6660, 3747 Wadi As Sarh, Al Wadi, Riyadh 13313, @kintanksa, +966 50 787 1967
Ki Restaurant
At Ki Restaurant there’s only one rule on the table, lock your phones away and reconnect with life. This unique dining concept in Riyadh encourages real conversations by replacing phones with conversation cards. Their menu offers a generous sushi platter, the Ki Green Salad, Salmon Ceviche, Wagyu Gyoza, Rock Shrimp and more delicately crafted dishes. The dim lighting and modern interiors are the perfect setting for intimate dinner with loved ones. If you’re looking to add a new kind of fun to your dinner, Ki Restaurant is the place to visit.
Daily, 12PM – 1AM, Reven, 5291 7500 Prince Turki Bin Abdulaziz Al Awal Rd, Hittin, Riyadh 13513, @ki.saudi, +966 53 661 1086
Meez The House
Meez The House is known for treasured Middle Eastern recipes with modern techniques to create an experience built on authenticity with boldness. Their recipes are far from traditional and unlike anything found in cookbooks. Each dish carries a touch of the familiar, and sometimes, a spark of the unexpected. Their extensive menu ensures that there is something for every taste, or you can dive into their platters and sharing plates and taste their best offerings such as the Crispy Ouzi. Start your culinary journey with their crunchy smoked makdous, then savor the delightful chicken and halloumi makaroona for lunch.
Sun – Thurs 8AM – 1AM, Fri 7AM – 11:30AM & 1PM – 1AM, Sat 7PM – 1AM, Hittin, 7500, Riyadh 13513, @meezstreet, +966 55 011 6755
PICKUP Burger
If you’re craving burgers, look no further than PICKUP. The beef burger is the star of the show, complete with cheese, Pickup sauce, and your choice of a single or double juicy beef patty cooked to order. The menu also includes Truffle Burgers for beef options. As for the fried chicken burgers, they offer maple, classic crispy chicken, and truffle chicken burgers. No burger experience is complete without a side of fries, and PICKUP does not disappoint. From the classic cut tossed in seasoning to truffle and loaded fries, don’t expect any leftovers after a trip to PICKUP.
Sat – Thurs 12PM – 3AM, Fri 2PM – 3AM, Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Al Malqa, Riyadh 13525, @pickup.burger.sa, +966 9200 22445
Saddle House
Saddle House is the perfect dinner spot for those nights where you don’t know where to go. Offering a diverse range of classic international dishes, Saddle House has a dish for every craving. They serve pastas, pizzas, salads, grilled options, steaks, burgers and everything in between, so no matter what you’re in the mood for, Saddle House has got it covered. With stunning interiors, this lovely spot is perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner or even just to grab a quick bite or drink with friends. Their must-try dishes include the Grilled Harissa Chicken, the Crispy Calamari, the Steak Sandwich and their star dish: the Seafood Linguine.
Daily, 7AM – 12AM, Area, Al Safarat, 1364, Riyadh, @saddlehouse.sa, +966 56 100 8550
Saolah Restaurant
Saolah is the go-to breakfast spot in Riyadh. Located in a buzzing plaza on Al-Urubah road, the restaurant is an energetic space with a simple yet polished setting accented with jade tiles and greenery. Saolah is the place to go for fine dining without the price tag. Covering every craving with avocado eggs benedict, shakshuka, various types of manakeesh and lighter sandwiches, there is bound to be something to satisfy your appetite. They also do lunch and dinner where the pizzas are a must try along with the striploin steak with pepper sauce paired with frites and the grilled chicken with mushroom sauce.
Daily, 10AM – 2AM, DISTRICT, 4112 Al Urubah Branch Rd, Ar Rahmaniyyah, THE CUBE CENTER, 2nd Floor, Riyadh 12341, @saolah.sa, +966 55 599 4085
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