Must-try places at The Boulevard Riyadh
You deserve to know where to eat and drink…
Dine to your heart’s content at The Boulevard Riyadh (not to be confused with the Boulevard Riyadh City, which is in the same district).
Not sure where to start even? Then, let this guide lead you to these must-try places.
High Joint
Now serving from its food truck on The Boulevard Riyadh, High Joint is cooking up some of the brand’s most drool-worthy, best-selling freshly-minced patties, all of which are made using premium Angus that’s free-from any nasties, such as antibiotics and hormones. On the menu, expect favourites such as the High Jamz, Double High, Kingshroom, High Burger, High Chicken, Spicy Mango, and Halloumi Katsu.
High Joint Food Truck, The Boulevard Riyadh, daily 8pm to midnight. @highjoint.ksa
Morini
Enjoy an incredible meal within the gorgeously lush ambience of this New York-style Italian restaurant. Morini pays homage to the authentic and rustic cuisine of the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The menu, designed to be shared amongst family and friends, features fresh hand-crafted pastas, and a broad selection of grilled fish and meat.
Morini, The Boulevard Riyadh, Jareed Hotel, daily 4pm to midnight. @moriniriyadh
The Kind Ones
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This import from Kuwait serves up breakfast sandwiches made in their signature brioche toast bread. The turkey and egg sandwich comes highly recommended, but you can make the meal heartier by adding sides like bacon, French fries or hash brown. Plus, the bright and cheerful interior makes it a lovely place to hang out.
The Kind Ones, The Boulevard Riyadh, daily 5am to 5pm. @thekindonesksa
Five Guys
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A popular fast-casual restaurant chain, Five Guys’ simple, yet effective menu features classic burgers with your choice of select toppings and sizes. Or, you can mix things up by ordering yourself a hotdog. Whatever meal you choose, be sure to get your hands on some of their famous fries. For a sweet finish, opt for your choice of ten different milkshake flavours, including cherry, malted milk, or peanut butter.
Five Guys, The Boulevard Riyadh, daily 10am to 4am. @fiveguysksa
Starbucks Reserve
Starbucks coffeehouses have become a beacon for coffee lovers everywhere. So, it’s no surprise that the Reserve coffee bar at The Boulevard was opened with great fanfare in 2020. The store’s design takes its inspiration from the architectural World Heritage Site at Ad Diriyah. The store also champions Starbucks coffee craft culture and includes a Reserve bar where customers can experience the Black Eagle coffee machine.
Starbucks Reserve, The Boulevard Riyadh, daily 6.30am to 12.30am. @starbucksksa
12 Cups
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This is the perfect place for a late morning or early afternoon pick-me-up, with espresso and single brews prepared by affable baristas. Coffee enthusiasts could also get their hands on the imported coffee beans and brewing equipment here.
12 Cups, The Boulevard, daily 7am to midnight. Tel: 055 005 0951. @12_cups
Karak Gholam
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A Karak and Indian street food gem, also from Kuwait. The food menu offers a tempting array of Indian street food favourites, including chapati sandwiches, hamsa, samosa and sweet treats. Grab a malai chicken chapati and a Karak drink, then sit back on the rooftop and watch the world go by.
Karak Gholam, The Boulevard, Sat to Wed 6am to midnight, Thurs & Fri 6am to 1am. Tel: 011 225 5053. @karakgholamksa
Sultan’s Steakhouse
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One of the most frequently visited Turkish steakhouses here in Riyadh is Sultan’s Steakhouse. Passionate about quality and cut, Sultan’s Steakhouse offers plenty of choices well worth your riyals. All the luxurious fixtures are there – filet mignon and dry-aged tomahawk steak wagyu – yet the menu is well-balanced with additions like the Sultan’s garden salad and grilled shrimps.
Sultan’s Steakhouse, The Boulevard, daily 12.30pm to 12.30am. Tel: 055 563 3706. @sultanssteakhouse_riyadh
Sum+Things
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Dine, shop and chill at this multi-concept store – a first of its kind in the Kingdom. Equipped with a restaurant and store, this lifestyle boutique is quite a gem. After losing yourself between the beautiful vases and the whimsical home décor ideas, fill your tummies with delish sandwiches or an aromatic cup of rose tea.
Sum+Things, The Boulevard, daily 8am to midnight. Tel: 011 445 5223. @sumplusthings
Zaatar w Zeit
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For a quick, casual Lebanese, Zaatar w Zeit will not disappoint. Its extensive menu features salads, shawarma and grill platters, amongst other Lebanese delicacies.
Zaatar w Zeit, The Boulevard, Sat to Thurs 6am to 1.45am. Tel: 011 485 4264. @zaatarwzeitksa
Madeleine
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This sophisticated French-inspired all-day café serves breakfast to morning coffee through to lunch, mid-afternoon snacks and dinner. Expect an assortment of pancakes, sandwiches and pastries. Other items on the menu include chicken ratatouille parmigiana, chicken and mushroom crepe, and beef medallions served with chimichurri-infused risotto. Don’t leave without trying their amazing cakes.
Madeleine, The Boulevard, daily 7.30am to midnight. Tel: 920 010 330. @madeleineksa
Durma
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Fancy a Turkish ice cream? Durma offers five classic flavours: vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, pistachio and lotus. Try them in their waffle cones, in a clay pot or sandwiched between the fluffy donuts.
Durma, The Boulevard, daily 11am to 2am. Tel: 050 072 3393. @durma.sa
Crème
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Those who are familiar with Crème – yes, that dessert shop from London, known for its colossal cookies – you’re in for a treat. You can choose from delicious flavours like miso white chocolate and banana dark chocolate in their mixed box of six soft-baked cookies.
Crème, The Boulevard Riyadh, daily 10am to 1am. @cremelondonksa
Opening soon: Toby’s Estate Coffee Roasters
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A coffee lovers’ paradise, Toby’s Estate Coffee Roasters from Australia will be opening its second Riyadh outlet at The Boulevard. If you are looking to discover new tastes and experiences, this will be the place for you, and you can bet your coffee will be nothing short of excellent.
The Boulevard Riyadh, 7584 5186 Prince Turki Ibn Abdulaziz Al Awwal Rd, Hittin, Riyadh 13513. @theboulevard_riyadh
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