From trendy cafes to international food favorites, the DQ has it all. (Updated as of 18 April 2022)
The DQ restaurant scene has evolved, to the delight of residents and visitors alike. No longer is the DQ only a quiet exclave for diplomats; it now hosts a diverse social scene, a place to gather with friends over tasty food, delectable desserts, and of course, specialty coffee drinks.
Here is our updated list of restaurants and cafes in the DQ. The operating hours and services are fluctuating due to COVID-19, so be sure to call or check the restaurant’s Instagram for updates.
OUD SQUARE
Amr Aldamri Street
Between Circle 4 and 5
@oudsquare
Leila Min Lebnan
A casual Lebanese restaurant offering authentic Lebanese food prepared with the freshest ingredients.
@leilarestaurantsriyadh
920029039
Draft Cafe
Draft Cafe caters to creative people who want to write, read, design or work in a calm environment that’s serving different kinds of coffee, tea, sandwiches, and desserts.
@draftcafe
+966-11-2308189
Urth Caffe
This international cafe franchise offers organic coffees, fine teas, and health conscious cuisine. They have friendly and attentive staff too.
@urthcaffesaudi
Cafe Bateel
Cafe Bateel is known for its artisanal Italian pastas, gourmet French patisseries and innovative Arabian-inspired creations such as date chocolates, date-olive tapenade and sparkling date juice.
@bateelgourmet
+966-55-447-5957
12 Cups
This cafe is the first coffee provider in KSA to allow customers to choose different coffee blends and brewing methods to find sweetness, aroma, acidity, flavor, and body in their cup of coffee.
@12_cups
Chunk
Chunk is a cafe that offers global dessert in a distinctive and attractive way paired well with their hot and cold drinks.
@hello_chunk
Monopoly
Monopoly is an outdoor fine dining restaurant specializing in pizza and fusion food.
@monopolysaudi
+966-11-810-2324
Starbucks
Who doesn’t know this Seattle-based coffeehouse chain popular for its signature roasts, light bites, and WiFi availability?
@starbucksmiddleeast
Anago Restaurant
This restaurant offers Japanese food made from high quality and fresh ingredients. Must tries are their Anago Crab Salad, Black Cod Gyoza, Kiwami Wagyu roll, and Mochi ice cream.
@anago.sa
+966591111895
FAZARI PLAZA
Amr Aldamri Street
Between circles 2 and 3
Scalini
Scalini is a restaurant that serves a wide range variety of cuisines including pasta, pizza, Arabic food, and sushi.
@scalinidq
+966-11-4810621 / +966-11-4810569
Kalamata
Looking for Moroccan and Meditteranean dishes? Kalamata is here to serve up the best savory grills and dishes.
@kalamata_dq
+966-53-000-4312
La Rustica Terrazza
Enjoy authentic Neapolitan pizza where the best and freshest raw materials meet the elegance of simplicity.
@la_rustica_sa
For DQ reservations, call 055-445-8813
Don Ruben’s
A family-run restaurant offering a variety of delicious and authentic Mexican street food created by our very talented Mexican chef, with weekly specials from different regions of Mexico.
0545540803
AL KINDY PLAZA
7542 Amr Aldamri Street
Between circles 3 and 4
dr.CAFE
dr.CAFE is a leading Saudi coffee company that provides quality products and knowledgeable and friendly services.
@drcafeksa
+966-58-075-1793
Kudu
Kudu is a Saudi fast food chain specializing in sandwiches.
@kuduksa
920006999
Yogi
It is the destination for simple, seasonal, fresh, and healthy food that is affordable and accessible. They offer salads, sweets, and they also serve great tea and coffee too.
@yogi.sa
054 767 4187 (for delivery inside DQ only)
Press’d Juicery + Kitchen
They offer 100% fresh juices, smoothies, sandwiches, bowls, and hey are the first to offer traditional Vietnamese coffee in the Kingdom
@pressdjuicery
Russo’s New York Pizzeria
This Italian diner is known for their delectable dishes from freshly baked thin-crust pizzas, pastas, and soups. They’re also famous for their customizable 28” pizza.
@russosksa
+966 59 496 4200
RAW.K
RAW.K is a health food restaurant offering salads, pita sandwiches, hot bowls, and cold-pressed juices.
+966 53 615 7170
Got Cookie?
Satisfy your cravings for chocolate cookies and cold/hot coffee at Got Cookie?
Burgeration
It’s a new burger joint that offers a selection of mouthwatering burgers like their Wagyu Special and Grilled Chicken, sides like fries and onion rings, and drinks.
@burgerationsa
Fishface
Fish Face is another restaurant that offers healthy food. You can’t go wrong with any of their customized handheld sushi burritos, poke bowls, makis, and cheesecakes.
@fishface.ksa
Abu Najm
Known for their delicious crafted burgers that are grilled to perfection. The concept is based on the vintage late 80’s & 90’s era in the Kingdom.
@abunajm.sa
Pistrina Bakery
A new addition to the DQ that offers an array of delicious pastries, sandwiches, and coffee.
@pistrinasa
PETROL STATION
6575 Abdullah Alsahmi Street
Between circles 7 and 8
Starbucks
Another branch for this popular coffee chain to go to when the one in Oud Square is busy.
@starbucksmiddleeast
Dunkin Donuts
Long-running chain serving signature donuts, breakfast sandwiches and a variety of coffee drinks.
@dunkindonutsksa
Hotel Restaurants
Larder Restaurant
Larder Restaurant features a famous breakfast and time-honored Middle Eastern delights for lunch and dinner, in a stylish restaurant, leafy terrace, and elegant lounge.
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter
7826 Amr Aldamri Street, Between circles 2 and 3
@radissonbluresidenceriyadh
+966-11-297 9400
Goji Restaurant
Goji Restaurant serves a creative international buffet in an elegant dining atmosphere. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter
6781 Abdullah Alsahmi Street, Between circles 7 and 8
@marriottriyadhdq
+966-11-835 3000
The Coffee Table
A perfect spot for coffee lovers at the Marriott Riyadh DQ. It specializes in high-end coffee, delicate desserts, and unique products that guests can enjoy in an elegant and chic setting.
Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter
6781 Abdullah Alsahmi Street, Between circles 7 and 8
@thecoffeetable.dq
+966-11-8353000 ext. 4105
Other areas in the DQ
Dolce Ragusa
Dolce Ragusa offers high quality collection of Sicilian sweets such as the famous Cannolis. Their delicious sweets show the ultimate union between high quality healthy ingredients and amazing taste.
Heraa St., Al Safarat, Riyadh 12512, Saudi Arabia (Beside Alliance Francaise)
@dolceragusa
0555015046
dr.CAFE Drive-Thru
No need to line up inside the café to get your favorite dr.CAFE drinks
Abdullah Alsahmi St., Al Safarat, Riyadh 11566, Saudi Arabia (Near Marriott DQ)
Le Maschou
A French fine-dine restaurant that serves traditional French food. They are known for their exceptionally authentic array of wood-fire smoked meats.
Tayma St., Al Safarat, Riyadh 11564
@lemaschou_sa
9200 13005
ENCORE Restaurant
It is a premier restaurant located at CORE Social Wellness Club, serving Eurasian cuisine with a Mediterranean touch. It is open to all guests, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
@encorerestaurants
+966508019750
