Riyadh’s dining scene is expanding, with new restaurants and openings arriving across the city. Riyadh’s new restaurants include establishments led by celebrity chefs, lounges, rooftop spots, and beach resorts, along with new nightlife and lifestyle venues. Several well-known names are also making their way to Riyadh after much anticipation, giving locals and visitors new and exciting places to try.
This guide covers all the new restaurants that are opening soon in Riyadh and Saudi Arabia. The city’s new restaurants come in a wide variety of cuisines, offering something for every mood and taste. These dining destinations are more than a spot to eat and drink, but to offer a unique and unforgettable dining experience.
Amazónico
If you’re looking for Riyadh’s next Instagram heaven, Amazónico is made just for you. Amazónico is a jungle-inspired eatery with outposts already in Madrid, London and Dubai. Inspired by the Amazon river, its menu is taken from the cuisines of Brazil, Columbia, Peru, and Venezuela, the countries through which the river flows.
TBA, @amazonicoriyadh
Chotto Matte
Chotto Matte celebrates both traditional and modern Nikkei cuisine within stylish, contemporary spaces across some of the world’s most inspiring cities. This globally known spot is set to open in KAFD in 2026. Founded in 2013 by Kurt Zdesar, the restaurant continues to evolve while challenging conventions in the global dining scene.
2026, KAFD, Riyadh, chotto-matte.com
Gina
The Kingdom’s MJS Holdings is behind the opening of Gina in Riyadh. Gina first launched in Nice, France by Chef Geraldine Rapp. Gina takes pride in the authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients, many of which are sourced from across the border in Italy. The menu specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and spans starters, pizza, pasta, risotto, fish, meat and sides. The starters include a Burrata, Fritto Misto and Parmigiana. The pastas include an Alle Vongole spaghetti with clams, Ravioli with ricotta cheese, tomato sauce and spinach, and Tartufo rigatoni with truffle and parmesan. The fish range from Filet de Loup to Sole Belle Meuniere. The meats range from Orecchia di Elefante to Scaloppina.
2026, Solitaire Mall, Al Imam Saud Ibn Faysal Rd, As Sahafah, Riyadh 13315, fundamentalhospitality.com
Il Bambini Club
A French-born Italian restaurant, Il Bambini Club is all about celebrating classic flavours, with each plate representing culinary traditions from the heart of Italy. The restaurant has two locations in France including Megève and Paris. The quirky and fun trattoria is packed with colourful chairs and patterned prints. Translating to ‘young child’ in French, we’re expecting the Riyadh location to offer the same vibes as the France branches.
La Maison Ani
Rooted in a French love story, La Maison Ani arrives in Riyadh to share a journey that began with a daily ritual: a fresh baguette, a morning walk, and an unexpected encounter with a young woman who would become Chef Izu Ani’s wife. From the quiet streets of France to the vibrant city of Riyadh, his passion for food, people, and culture has shaped a concept that celebrates more than just cuisine, it celebrates connection. La Maison Ani brings French-Mediterranean flavors to life in a setting where simplicity meets elegance.
Q4 2026, Prince Abdulaziz Ibn Musaid Ibn Jalawi St, As Sulimaniyah, Riyadh 12234, fundamentalhospitality.com
Mott 32
Mott 32 Riyadh will celebrate the culture and food of modern Hong Kong, marrying traditional Chinese cookery and modern culinary innovation. The venue takes its name from the address of Manhattan’s first Chinese convenience store, which opened in 1891. Known for blending authentic Chinese flavours with innovative techniques, the restaurant draws on Cantonese, Sichuan, and Beijing influences. Standout dishes include the 42-day Apple wood-roasted Peking Duck, signature dim sum, and Wagyu beef. While the exact location remains under wraps, the restaurant should draw massive crowds thanks to its worldwide reputation.
2027, location TBA, mott32.com
