Dine like a celebrity in Saudi’s A-lister hotspots

Indulge in Saudi’s world-class culinary scene alongside the A-listers. Whatever your tastes, here’s where you’re most likely to spot famous faces enjoying some time off, along with a warm Saudi welcome for all of course.

Tatel

Nestled in Diriyah’s enchanting Bujairi Terrace, alongside UNESCO World Heritage Site At-Turaif, the food is as memorable as the view. Tatel Riyadh offers an authentic fine-dining Spanish experience serving Spanish ‘haute cuisine’ accompanied by creative mocktails, musicians and daily live entertainment. It is backed by football icon Cristiano Ronaldo and tennis legend Rafael Nadal – expect to see them there. We recommend ordering the world-famous Tatel cheesecake.
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Mamo Michelangelo

MAMO Michelangelo offers guests an authentic Mediterranean experience in the heart of Riyadh. This gem is a famous Italian Provençal style restaurant, with the décor transporting you to the Mediterranean, while the food perfectly embodies the flavours of Italy and the South of France. It’s a big celebrity hotspot – Eva Longoria recently indulged in a meal here along with a selection of the deserts. The star chose tiramisu, lemon meringue pie and cheesecake.

Saffron, Banyan Tree

Located in AlUla’s Banyan Tree Hotel, the award-winning Thai restaurant offers guests a quintessential taste of contemporary Thai Cuisine prepared by Thai chefs - the first of its kind in AlUla, UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Condé Nast’s Seven Wonders of the World 2023. Immerse yourself in the scent of lemongrass and the flavours of coconut milk and spices – a true taste of Thailand. Every meal is a passionate work of art, with authenticity and the essence of Thai Cuisine preserved in all dishes. Kanye West recently chose the resort as his oasis while working on his new album.

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Mamlaka Al Mamlaka

Discover Saudi’s first-of-its-kind social dining destination, with 21 dining experiences in one iconic location. Here you’ll find chefs stationed at the 21 kitchens across the venue, cooking up 13 different kinds of cuisine. Recently, Portuguese football star João Félix visited the experiential dining hall while enjoying a holiday in Riyadh with his family. From comforting local delicacies to Asian street food, an artisan gourmet deli and the sun-kissed freshness of the Mediterranean, it will delight every palate.

Somewhere

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Found across three locations in Saudi – Bujairi Terrace, Roshn Front and AlUla – Somewhere is a hidden gem for tourists and where locals escape. Offering Mediterranean dishes, the cherished fine dining staple in Riyadh is admired by Hollywood actor Johnny Depp, who savoured its delights during his visit to the Red Sea Film Festival. Indulge in the exceptional hummus and immerse yourself in the ambience —it’s a true sanctuary promising an unforgettable experience.