Where We Are Going Today: ‘Pronto’ traditional Italian dishes

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Updated 26 March 2024
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Where We Are Going Today: ‘Pronto’ traditional Italian dishes

  • With each taste, the crispy crab salad, tossed in a unique sauce and sprinkled with black sesame seeds, delivers satisfying crunch

Authentic Italian food is available at Pronto, a hidden gem tucked away on Sari Street. From the moment you step inside, the aroma of traditional Italian flavors fills the air, setting the stage for the culinary journey.

The menu at Pronto offers a mouthwatering selection of traditional Italian dishes, all of which are packed with authentic flavors that will take you right to Italy’s streets. The spaghetti, other pastas and sandwiches, featuring juicy chicken and beef options, are all delicious choices.

Pronto’s salads combine flavor and freshness for those looking for a lighter meal. With its colourful combination of ingredients including cherry tomatoes, pomegranate, and feta cheese, the quinoa beetroot salad is a light and nutritious option.

With each taste, the crispy crab salad, tossed in a unique sauce and sprinkled with black sesame seeds, delivers satisfying crunch. A beloved classic, caprese salad is a simple yet delectable dish that combines cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and baby rocca.

The sandwiches at Pronto are a true delight. Each sandwich is a work of art, with options for both meat lovers and vegetarians alike. The la pastrami boasts rich flavors of pastrami, mozzarella cheese, and crunchy garlic, while the vegetariana has eggplants, mushrooms, and pistachio sauce.

Other sandwiches that you simply must try include the flavor-packed capo dei capi with black angus bresaola and sundried tomato; chicken parmigiana featuring breaded chicken breast and pesto paste; and la boss with smoked bacon and burrata cheese.

To top off your meal, do not miss out dessert. Indulge in the Italian bread pudding, tiramisu, or mixed berries panna cotta — each bite is a symphony of sweet flavors that will leave you craving more.

The restaurant features a variety of seating options including chairs, tables, and cozy sofa settings. Residents are also drawn to dine at Pronto due to the combination of reasonable prices and generous portion sizes.

For updates and more details, check their Instagram @pronto.saa.

 

 


Where We Are Going Today: Nakhat Marga

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Updated 21 February 2026
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Where We Are Going Today: Nakhat Marga

  • For the main course, the menu offers a variety of meat and chicken dishes, but the must-try is madhgout laham, a flavorful one-pot meal of spiced meat slow-cooked with rice and served hot

Nakhat Marga, with locations in Al-Naeem and Al-Waha in Jeddah, is a restaurant that focuses on traditional Saudi meat and broth dishes, making it a fitting choice to celebrate Saudi Founding Day. 

The menu is structured around classic dishes, offering a wide selection of meats, chicken, and accompanying sides that reflect the culinary heritage of the Kingdom.

We began with jareesh, a creamy, savory porridge, and marqa, a slow-cooked stew of tender meat, onions, garlic, and different spices, simmered to create a rich broth. 

For the main course, the menu offers a variety of meat and chicken dishes, but the must-try is madhgout laham, a flavorful one-pot meal of spiced meat slow-cooked with rice and served hot.

If you are looking for other rice options, red meat madhbi is cooked in a traditional style, with muqlaqil and maknoom offering familiar tastes that many in Jeddah would recognize from home-cooked meals. 

Among the chicken dishes, kabli stands out for its balanced flavor, but the must try is the maqluba which is served in a generous portion, layering rice and chicken in the classic inverted style. The taste is so good that you may end up eating more than you expected.

Side dishes such as liver and moussaka were consistent with their descriptions and went well with the mains, not too heavy or filling. I also tried the yogurt cucumber salad, which offered a simple, cooling contrast to the heavier meat dishes.

Desserts such as basbousa are served with a dipping sauce, while marsa, made from semolina, sugar, butter, and flavored with cardamom, is similar in texture to basbousa but may vary slightly in ingredients and taste different.

Aseedah is a must-try when visiting, delivering a comforting taste of Saudi cuisine with its soft, traditional porridge served with butter, honey, or date syrup.

The restaurant’s atmosphere leans more toward functional but traditional dining rather than an elaborate experience, which keeps the focus on the food itself.