Where We Are Going Today: Soltree restaurant in Riyadh

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Updated 29 June 2023
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Where We Are Going Today: Soltree restaurant in Riyadh

  • Its menu caters to diverse dietary preferences, offering vegan options, such as vegetable wraps and veggie burgers, as well as refreshing choices, such as acai bowls

Soltree, located in the heart of the Saudi capital, stands out with its innovative approach to dining. In addition to serving healthy food, it also offers food subscription services for people looking to maintain or reduce weight.

The restaurant’s approach is centered around serving meals with balanced nutritional values, using wholefood ingredients. It strives to make healthy eating enjoyable and sustainable, encouraging customers to view this as a lifestyle rather than as a restrictive diet.

Soltree’s food does not feel like typical “diet food.” Instead, the restaurant focuses on creating delicious and satisfying options that can be enjoyed by everyone. Whether you are dining with family and friends, or grabbing a quick lunch at work, Soltree offers a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere.

Its menu caters to diverse dietary preferences, offering vegan options, such as vegetable wraps and veggie burgers, as well as refreshing choices, such as acai bowls.

Other options include a farm sandwich on brown ciabatta bread filled with roasted veggies, avocado, leafy greens, kidney beans and beetroot cashew sauce.

Grilled chicken burgers, truffle burgers, steak wraps, high-protein wraps, and club sandwiches are also available.

Soltree offers a variety of rice bowls, including the marina bowl, amazonia bowl, chicken bowl and butter chicken bowl. The salad selection features options such as avo salad, terra salad, kale and quinoa salad, red sea salad, muawi thai salad, and salmon salad. Rice alternatives, including brown rice, rice with citrus sauce, and rice with broccoli, are also available.

The restaurant prioritizes customer needs, especially those with allergies, by providing detailed allergen information for each meal, ensuring a safe dining experience for all.

Soltree is located in Riyadh’s Hittin and Al-Yasmin districts. For more information, visit its Instagram account @soltree_sa.

 


Where We Are Going Today: Ghar Restaurant in Jeddah

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Updated 16 February 2026
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Where We Are Going Today: Ghar Restaurant in Jeddah

  • The restaurant’s selection of soups, salads and rice and noodle dishes provides a balance between lighter and heartier options

Located on Jeddah’s Sari Street, Ghar is an Asian fusion concept that draws attention for its cave-inspired interior, with stone-textured walls and lantern-style lighting. The setting leans heavily on luxury and creates a sense of separation from the city’s usual dining scene.

I began with a mix of starters, including the Ghar special gyoza. This comes with two filling options, chicken or shrimp, served alongside a spicy dip that balanced the flavors. The Wagyu skewers were a must try, evenly cooked and retaining both juiciness and tenderness.

The sushi selection is extensive. I tried the crunchy heaven roll with shrimp tempura and sweet spicy sauce, the Wagyu nigiri topped with togarashi sauce, and the crazy roll filled with tempura shrimp and crabstick in a spicy mix. The rolls were well assembled and had good texture, though some were heavy on sauces which reduced the taste of the base ingredients.

The restaurant’s selection of soups, salads and rice and noodle dishes provides a balance between lighter and heartier options. The miso soup sets the tone with bold flavors, making it a fitting start before the main course. 

For mains, I ordered the black-on-black Wagyu filet and the sea bass. The filet was served with the restaurant’s house sauce, while the sea bass came with lemon sauce and mashed potatoes. 

Both dishes were prepared as described, though portion sizes compared to pricing may not suit every diner. If you want a fuller portion, the best options are the curry crunch chicken and Yama lamb, popular choices that combine rice or pasta with protein-focused plates.

Dessert included the San Sebastian cheesecake and boulder date cake, both suitable for sharing and ending the meal on a sweet note. 

A meal for two at Ghar costs around SR500–600 ($133 to $160). For more details, visit @gharjdh.