Mahsan brings a deeper, more story-driven approach to Turkish and Anatolian dining in Riyadh.
Chef Omur Akkor leads the concept, drawing on archaeology, food history and ancient Anatolian culinary traditions.
The menu revisits regional recipes from Gaziantep, Adana, Kilis and Central Anatolia, with dishes such as Dolma, Sarma, Harees and Keskek.
Mahsan offers an immersive dining experience in Riyadh, inspired by years of Turkish and Anatolian culinary history.
Riyadh’s dining scene has been evolving fast with new global concepts. One cuisine gaining real momentum is Turkish and Anatolian food. While Riyadh already has a few Turkish grills and casual kebab spots, a concept focused deeply on Anatolian culinary history is still rare. That’s where Mahsan comes in, bringing a more story-driven approach to Turkish food in Riyadh.
Located inside Shorofat Park, Mahsan focuses on immersive, “transportive” dining. The interiors use earthy, mudbrick-inspired textures, warm lighting, and Turkish design elements. The result feels closer to a cultural space than a typical restaurant, making it ideal for long meals and shared plates.
Mahsan is an Anatolian restaurant in Riyadh, but not in the usual “modern Turkish grill” sense. The concept is led by chef Omur Akkor, who blends cooking with archaeology and food history. His philosophy treats Anatolia as one of the world’s oldest culinary regions, shaped by thousands of years of civilisations. Rather than simply serving “inspired” dishes, it draws from archaeological research and historical recipes.
Chef Omur Akkor’s work with ancient Anatolian food culture adds depth to the concept, with some dishes inspired by recipes believed to have evolved over thousands of years. This idea defines the entire dining experience at Mahsan.
Instead of standard Turkish dishes, Mahsan revisits regional recipes from Gaziantep, Adana, Kilis, and Central Anatolia, presenting them in a modern, approachable way. Food is framed as culinary storytelling, making Mahsan one of the more unique Turkish restaurants in Riyadh. Some of the key dishes at Mahsan include Dolma, Sarma, charcoal-grilled meats, Harees, Keskek and much more.
Mahsan stands out in Riyadh’s Turkish dining scene by combining Anatolian cuisine, storytelling, and fine dining execution. It offers not just Turkish food in Riyadh, but a deeper look into one of the world’s oldest culinary traditions.
Where: Mahsan Riyadh, Shorofat Park, Riyadh
When: Daily from 4pm to 12am
Contact: @mahsan.ksa