Here’s where to celebrate Ramadan in Riyadh
Whether you’re craving a traditional tent or surprising suppers, here’s where to break your fast.
Riyadh is filled with excellent iftars, from traditional tents to creative cuisine. Iftar marks the breaking of the fast during the Holy Month of Ramadan, and takes place after the call to prayer. Traditionally, the fast is broken by eating dates and is followed by a meal.
Ramadan is expected to start in Saudi Arabia from 23 March and run until 21 April. The moon sighting committee will confirm the dates closer to the time. So, if you’re looking for great iftars in Riyadh, we’re here to help.
56th Avenue Diner
If you’re craving all-American food – we’re not judging – then head over to 56th Avenue Diner inside Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya. The modern American diner is a casual spot to break your fast, and a great family-friendly iftar in Riyadh. Dig into the extensive buffet, which runs daily throughout Ramadan. The experience starts from SAR 402.50 per person.
GO: Visit www.hyatt.com for more information.
Al Faisaliah Hotel
Indulge in a luxurious iftar surrounded by Ramadan lanterns and exceptional service at the Fawanees Experience in the Prince Sultan Grand Hall at Al Faisaliah Hotel. The setting is perfect for those looking to savour Arabic and international delicacies, including live cooking stations and hot and cold Ramadan beverages. The Fawanees Experience also offers a dedicated children’s play area with entertaining activities and separate prayer rooms for both men and women. Available daily from sunset. SAR 435 (all-inclusive package), SAR 550 (gold all-inclusive package) and SAR 218 for children aged between seven and twelve years.
GO: Email moryd-reservations@mohg.com or call +966 11 273 2000 for reservations and more information.
Azure
Go for the unexpected at Azure. Guests can get a taste of Southern Spanish flavours, plus a menu that fuses Saudi and Spanish ingredients. The restaurant offers iftar and suhoor experiences, which are family-friendly. Running daily throughout Ramadan, it starts from SAR 402.50 per person.
GO: Visit www.hyatt.com for more information.
Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Northern Ring Road
You’ll have stars in your eyes at Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Northern Ring Road’s Ramadan event. Iftar Under the Stars takes place on the hotel’s top floor, and boasts views across the city. Book a spot on the terrace and dig into a buffet with hot and cold appetisers. Plus, the menu includes soups, salads, and traditional Arabic desserts, from kunaffa to om-ali. The iftar takes place daily throughout Ramadan, from sunset until 8.30 pm.
GO: Visit https://courtyard.marriott.com for more information.
Hakkasan Riyadh
Known for its luxurious decor, imaginative Cantonese cuisine and stunning location at Bujairi Terrace, Hakkasan Riyadh has launched an exclusive iftar menu. Showcasing some of Hakkasan’s signature dishes, guests will begin with milk and dates before diving into soup dumplings with morel mushrooms and the classic dim sum platter. For the main course, guests can choose between the kumquat stir-fried chicken or the crispy lamb with garlic. Available daily from 7pm to 8pm.
GO: Visit https://hakkasan.com for reservations and more information.
Hilton Riyadh Hotel and Residences
Guests will be treated to a delightful array of traditional and international dishes at the Hilton Riyadh Hotel and Residences’ Amara tent this Ramadan. The buffet will include salads and live stations featuring shawarma, pizza, lamb ouzi and Jordanian mansaf. In addition to Saudi and Arabic cuisines, guests can also enjoy a selection of intercontinental and Indian dishes, including specialities like chicken molokhiya, lamb mataziz, moussaka, chicken cordon bleu, beef stroganoff, hammour with tahina Sauce, tandoori lamp chops, lamb jalfrezi and chicken tikka masala. Available daily, from sunset. SAR 375 per person.
GO: Email ruhch_hotel@hilton.com or call +966 11 234 6666 for reservations and more information.
Il Baretto
International imports appear to be the trend du jour right now in Riyadh. Il Baretto Riyadh has joined that list. While it is a London-born restaurant, it is getting into the Riyadh spirit and serving a special Ramadan menu. The four-course Italian-inspired iftar includes panzerotti or pizzette, a main course and petit fours for dessert. The iftar is served from 6pm to 7.30pm and starts from SAR 149 per person. The Suhoor is served from 7.30pm to 1am and starts from SAR 365 per person.
GO: Visit www.ilbaretto.sa for reservations and more information.
LPM Restaurant & Café Riyadh
The famed French-Mediterranean restaurant debuted in the Saudi capital in the summer of 2021 and has already been recognised by the Middle East and North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants list. And this Ramadan, it will bring diners together for its signature French-Mediterranean cuisine throughout the Holy Month. The iftar includes a three-course sharing menu, which takes place daily from 6pm to 8pm and costs SAR 225 per person.
GO: Visit www.lpmrestaurants.com/riyadh for reservations and more information.
Loulou’a Ballroom
This family-friendly Iftar takes place in a traditional tent, and combines Najd hospitality with a luxurious Arab-inspired ambience at Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya. Diners are welcome to indulge in an opulent buffet which showcases traditional Saudi Arabian and international dishes. The experience runs daily throughout Ramadan and starts from SAR 402.50 per person.
GO: Visit www.hyatt.com for more information.
Maiz
If you love Saudi cuisine or are eager to try it, we’d suggest getting your local on at Maiz. This Ramadan, Maiz offers a special iftar menu that takes diners on a unique culinary journey through the Kingdom’s rich heritage and culture. Relish in a range of Saudi recipes, including Najdi Jareesh made with whole wheat grains and Aish bl Laham, a lamb-based dish with tahini and cherry tomatoes. To end on a sweet note, Maiz will serve Luqaimat and Ruz Be Halee. Available daily, from sunset. SAR 425 per person.
GO: Visit https://maiz.sa for more information.
Mayrig
Immerse yourself in the rich flavours of Armenian cuisine at Mayrig, where fine dining meets cultural exploration. The restaurant’s menu showcases a range of Armenian delicacies infused with the spices of the Silk Road and fresh seasonal ingredients. To break your fast, Mayrig offers soups, salads, muhamara, halabi roti, madzounov dolma, vospov keufte and fattet soujouk. For the main course, guests can indulge kebabs and mantes, including havi kebab, hamegh seroung, mixed grills and cutlets, accompanied by saffron, vermicelli or steamed rice and grilled vegetables. SAR 325 per person.
GO: Email ruhch_hotel@hilton.com or call +966 11 234 6666 for reservations and more information.
Meraki
Meraki has unveiled a Ramadan menu for iftar. The menu explores Greek haute-cuisine and starts with spreads and Greek-style hummus and tzatziki. Dishes include chickpeas soup made with slow-cooked beef cheek and graviera cheese, Spinach Pie Salad made with Crispy filo, baby spinach, tahini and feta cheese, plus prawn pasta and lamb shops. Desserts range from a date tart to cheesecake. The menu is SAR 290 per person.
GO: Visit https://meraki-restaurant.com/riyadh for more information.
ROKA Riyadh
ROKA Riyadh have introduced an iftar menu for the upcoming Ramadan season. The set menu includes appetisers such as miso soup and the fan-favourite iceberg salada no wafu. ROKA’s signature dishes, such as the tender fried chicken, tori kara-age served with bonito dip, and the torched salmon nigiri sushi, are also included. For the main course, guests can choose between a sea bream fillet marinated in ryotei miso or the beef brisket served with garlic stem, shishito, and poached egg. Available daily, from sunset. SAR 195 per person.
GO: Visit www.rokarestaurant.com for reservations and more information.
Seven Restaurant
Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Northern Ring Road’s all-day dining spot, Seven Restaurant, is creating a special iftar in Riyadh. Located on the ground floor, this is a family-friendly iftar featuring mixed grills, pastas, shawarmas and Arabic desserts. The interiors boast traditional décor, which captures the spirit of Ramadan. The iftar takes place from sunset until 8.30pm daily, and costs SAR 230 per person.
GO: Visit https://courtyard.marriott.com for more information.
