Where We Are Going Today: ‘Copacabana’ – Brazilian restaurant in Riyadh

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Updated 20 January 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: ‘Copacabana’ – Brazilian restaurant in Riyadh

  • The restaurant’s decor enhances the dining experience, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere

Brazilian restaurant Copacabana offers an unforgettable dining experience with its fixed price, all-you-can-eat meat skewers.

Located on King Fahd Road in Riyadh, the restaurant caters to those seeking lighter options as well — you can find chicken, a variety of salads and soups alongside an array of succulent meats such as tenderloin and ribs.

The lunchtime buffet is priced at SR180 ($48) and includes 16 different salads including salmon, chicken and the classic Caesar. For dinner, the cost is SR265 and the highlight is undoubtedly the signature picanha, a must-try for anyone wanting an authentic Brazilian barbecue experience.

I particularly enjoyed the spicy malagueta wings and skewered chicken and the grilled pineapple, served as a dessert, added a unique touch to the meal. While I found the burger to be average, the other dishes left a lasting impression.

The restaurant’s decor enhances the dining experience, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. I have dined there three times, each visit marked by excellent service and flavorful food.

The attentive staff ensured we had everything we needed. The restaurant is well-maintained and thoughtfully decorated, with small cushions on the seats contributing to a cozy ambiance. The portion sizes are generous, although the grilled seabass was slightly salty for my taste.

Whether you prefer your meat rare, medium or well-done, Copacabana has you covered. With its luxurious environment and exceptional food, I highly recommend giving it a try.

 


Where We Are Going Today: Taste and Tales by Chef Shagufa

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Updated 29 December 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: Taste and Tales by Chef Shagufa

  • We shared three platters among the six of us, and needless to say, the portions were generous and the flavors satisfying

Relatively new on the block, Taste and Tales by Chef Shagufa, located in Jeddah’s Al-Rehab district, has been making quite a buzz on social media.

So, on a cool Friday morning at 7:00 a.m., five of my cousins and I decided to visit the restaurant to experience its much-talked-about traditional South Asian breakfast for ourselves.

We ordered the restaurant’s hyped breakfast thali (platter), which included sooji halwa (semolina pudding), kheer (rice pudding), chickpea curry, potato curry, pickles, pooris (fried, fluffy bread), and paranthas (layered flatbread), all served in beautiful copper serveware.

We shared three platters among the six of us, and needless to say, the portions were generous and the flavors satisfying. 

Personally, I enjoyed everything on the platter except the semolina pudding, which I found a little bland for my taste.

For drinks, five of us ordered milk tea, which was fairly good. One of my cousins opted for their famed Pakola lassi and couldn’t stop raving about it. Since she didn’t let any of us sample it, we’ve decided it’s something to try on our next visit.

Our total bill came to SR150 ($40), slightly higher than what nearby restaurants charge for similar breakfast platters. However, the taste, presentation, and overall ambience more than make up for the difference.

Not many South Asian restaurants in Jeddah offer decent dine-in breakfast seating for families, but Taste and Tales stands out. With its simple interiors and modest seating, the space is clean, comfortable, and welcoming. It’s definitely a place I’d visit again with my female friends, cousins, and family.