Family restaurants in Riyadh 2025 — best places to eat with kids in a Saudi Arabia itinerary

🧩 Why plan your Riyadh restaurants in advance?

• Food is a big part of the Saudi Arabia tourism experience: you’ll want to try Saudi, Gulf and wider Middle Eastern dishes in a relaxed family setting.
• Meals are the anchor points of your day — planning them cuts down on “wandering around with hungry kids”.
• Some restaurants have views or special locations (for example, in Diriyah & Bujairi Terrace), so you can combine a meal with a great setting.
• A good restaurant choice after a long day in a mall or at Boulevard Riyadh City can completely change the mood of the day.

🍽 Main types of family-friendly restaurants in Riyadh

For most Gulf and Arab families, these are the key categories to think about:

1) Traditional Saudi restaurants

• Serve dishes like kabsa, jareesh, qursan, marqooq and other Najdi/Saudi favourites.
• Often have private family sections and give you an authentic “local food” experience.

2) Arab & Middle Eastern restaurants

• Mix of grills, mezze, Arabic starters and Levant cuisine.
• Easy to please most family members and usually offer child-friendly options.

3) International & casual restaurants

• Burgers, pizza, steak and “world” dishes popular with kids and teens.
• Common in Riyadh malls and in busy city areas.

4) Cafés, breakfast & brunch spots

• Perfect for slower days at the start or end of your trip.
• Great before a mall visit or after a light sightseeing morning.

📍 Best family dining areas in Riyadh

Here we focus on areas. Each point can later become its own dedicated guide:

1) Diriyah & Bujairi Terrace

• One of the most scenic dining areas, mixing heritage architecture and modern restaurants.
• Easy to combine with a visit to the historic Diriyah site.
• Suggested sub-article: Diriyah & Bujairi Terrace.

2) Boulevard Riyadh City & nearby entertainment zones

• Around Boulevard Riyadh City you’ll find a dense cluster of restaurants and cafés with a lively evening vibe.
• Perfect as the “final stop” after a lighter day with kids.

3) Restaurants inside malls

• Ideal for days focused on Riyadh malls (Riyadh Park, Nakheel, Granada, etc.).
• Everything is in one place: kids’ play areas, food and shopping.

4) Streets packed with cafés & restaurants

• Some parts of the city (for example, certain areas of Olaya and newer districts) are lined with cafés and restaurants.
• Good for a relaxed evening walk and a late dinner.

⭐ Example family restaurants (each can become a sub-article)

These are just structural examples. The idea is that each name below can later become its own detailed post (menu highlights, rough pricing, family notes, etc.).

• Najd Village Restaurant – Riyadh — traditional Saudi/Najdi dishes, family sections, very local atmosphere.
• Al Romansiah Restaurants – Riyadh — kabsa, mandi and grills; popular family choice, especially for lunch.
• Another traditional Saudi restaurant — placeholder for a specific place you prefer and will fix later.
• Levant/Levantine family restaurant in Riyadh — grills and mezze; choose a concrete brand later and lock the slug.
• Best family steakhouse in Riyadh — future post for a family-friendly steak place.
• Best breakfast & brunch spots in Riyadh — round-up for those who love a slow, nice start to the day.
• Family dessert cafés in Riyadh — coffee and sweets after dinner or after a Boulevard visit.

🗓 Sample Riyadh day built around a family meal

Here’s a simple example day in your Saudi Arabia tourism plan (Riyadh segment):

Morning — mall + breakfast/coffee

• Light breakfast at the hotel or a nearby café.
• Head to one of the Riyadh malls (for example, Riyadh Park or Nakheel Mall).
• Easy shopping plus time in the kids’ area inside the mall.

Afternoon — back to the hotel & rest

• Return to your hotel (from your best family hotels in Riyadh short-list) for a rest and prayer break.

Evening — family restaurant + Boulevard Riyadh City

• Dinner at a family restaurant from your list (traditional Saudi, Arabic/Levant or international).
• After dinner, head to Boulevard Riyadh City for an easy evening walk, photos and atmosphere.

💡 Tips for choosing family restaurants in Riyadh

• For weekends, holidays and popular spots with views, reserve in advance.
• Check that the restaurant has comfortable family seating and enough space for a stroller if needed.
• Look at the menu photos online to make sure there are child-friendly options.
• Plan restaurant choice around your hotel location and other activities to cut down on driving time.
• If your Saudi Arabia tourism plan covers multiple cities, aim for at least one traditional Saudi meal in Riyadh and another experience (for example, Lebanese, international or a special brunch).

❓ FAQ about family restaurants in Riyadh

Do I need to book restaurants in Riyadh in advance?

It’s strongly recommended for weekends, peak seasons and popular places, especially in scenic areas like Diriyah or around Boulevard Riyadh City.

How many “special” meals do you recommend in a Riyadh stay?

Aim for at least 2–3 planned meals: one in a traditional Saudi restaurant, one in a good Arabic/Levant place, and one or two more casual meals in malls or near your hotel.

Is it better to choose restaurants near the hotel or near attractions?

With small kids, being close to your hotel is very convenient at the end of a long day. On lighter days, you can pick a restaurant inside a tourist area like Diriyah or Boulevard Riyadh City and enjoy the surroundings before or after your meal.