Where We Are Going Today: Carbone restaurant in Riyadh

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Updated 20 December 2022
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Where We Are Going Today: Carbone restaurant in Riyadh

  • The original Carbone in New York was awarded a Michelin star in 2013 and has continued to showcase its superior quality and the excellence of its chefs at branches in Las Vegas, Hong Kong, Miami and now Riyadh

Al-Murabba has become one of the capital’s outstanding neighborhoods, thanks to its blend of ancient and modern, with historical palaces and traditional homes that reflect authentic Saudi heritage.

Several leading restaurants in this Riyadh Season zone serve local and international dishes catering to a wide range of visitor tastes.

Carbone restaurant provides lovers of Italian cuisine with the finest dishes in a luxurious atmosphere with a 1960s-inspired ambiance.

The original Carbone in New York was awarded a Michelin star in 2013 and has continued to showcase its superior quality and the excellence of its chefs at branches in Las Vegas, Hong Kong, Miami and now Riyadh.

Diners can choose from a wide range of Italian dishes. Meat lovers will enjoy the carpaccio piemontese, with truffles, walnuts and mushrooms over thin slices of beef seasoned with white truffle extract.

Carbone’s cacciatore is made of fried ribs with parmesan cheese.

Seafood lovers can try the piccata dover, with a sour brown butter sauce, along with lobster ravioli and other dishes known around the world.

Al-Murabba zone, located in the heart of the capital, also features a luminous night garden, which adds to the area’s timeless atmosphere.

 

 


Where We Are Going Today: Offbrief cafe in Diriyah

Updated 14 December 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: Offbrief cafe in Diriyah

  • Offbrief’s design is colorful and playful. However, some of the seating is not particularly comfortable, and the open windows allowed mosquitos inside, which shortened my stay

Offbrief opened in Diriyah’s creative district, JAX, less than two months ago. The café offers a range of hot and cold drinks alongside a small selection of sweets in a relaxed and welcoming space that’s ideal for both casual meet-ups and quiet solo moments.

The outdoor area is lively — well-suited for social gatherings with friends or family. Inside, the atmosphere is calmer, making it a good option for catching up on a book, working, or for informal meetings.

I was there to work, and ordered an iced matcha latte with banana bread, which cost a total of SR36 — a reasonable price. The banana bread was a highlight, while the matcha latte’s earthy flavor is probably better suited to dedicated matcha fans than to casual drinkers.

Offbrief’s design is colorful and playful. However, some of the seating is not particularly comfortable, and the open windows allowed mosquitos inside, which shortened my stay.

Overall, Offbrief left a positive impression, particularly in terms of ambience, friendly staff, and thoughtful design. While my experience had a few drawbacks, it’s a space I would return to, especially during the daytime and with company, to enjoy the setting in a more relaxed way.