Where We Are Going Today: ‘Avindar Lounge’ in Riyadh

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With four different locations spread throughout the capital city, Avindar Lounge creates a space, a garden with various kinds of plants for customers searching for beautiful scenery and good food. (AN photo by Haifa Alshammari)
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With four different locations spread throughout the capital city, Avindar Lounge creates a space, a garden with various kinds of plants for customers searching for beautiful scenery and good food. (AN photo by Haifa Alshammari)
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With four different locations spread throughout the capital city, Avindar Lounge creates a space, a garden with various kinds of plants for customers searching for beautiful scenery and good food. (AN photo by Haifa Alshammari)
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Updated 02 May 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: ‘Avindar Lounge’ in Riyadh

  • The lights are dimmed every Tuesday night for a candlelit experience with a pianist playing live music, creating an atmospheric experience for guests

With four locations across the Kingdom’s capital, Avindar Lounge offers a space where you can enjoy lush greenery and good food.

The lounge I visited is located on the northeast side of Riyadh and includes a separate section for smokers.

The menu is diverse and appeals to different tastes, so you can sample anything from Middle Eastern kebabs to pasta and burgers.

The lights are dimmed every Tuesday night for a candlelit experience with a pianist playing live music, creating an atmospheric experience for guests.

I tried the mixed appetizer, which was flavorful and memorable. It included hummus, tabouli, dolma, and baba ghanoush.

And while I am generally not a fan of sweet beverages, I genuinely enjoyed their hot chocolate, which was not overwhelmingly sweet or creamy.

However, considering the portion sizes, which are enough for one person, customers might find the prices a bit high.

But the music and bird sounds, paired with the lounge’s colorful and cozy interior, make Avindar a refreshing spot for dining or coffee with friends.

 


Where We Are Going Today: Rowly’s in Riyadh

Rowly's entrance in KAFD Riyadh. (Supplied)
Updated 18 January 2026
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Where We Are Going Today: Rowly’s in Riyadh

  • The ambience inside is both playful and rustic, with tables covered with classic red checkered cloth and the bar lined with bottles of Coca-Cola

From London to Dubai and now bringing in crowds in Riyadh, Rowly’s steakhouse opened its doors to customers in KAFD Riyadh at the end of 2025. Known for its signature fox logo and iconic mono-dish menu, the restaurant is for steak lovers looking to get a taste of London in Riyadh.

Upon arrival, a long line forms beneath the restaurant’s red banner, where guests can pass the time with Rowly’s “Match the Box” game, an interactive touch that introduces the brand’s theme before stepping inside. 

The ambience inside is both playful and rustic, with tables covered with classic red checkered cloth and the bar lined with bottles of Coca-Cola. Decks of Uno and other games are provided throughout the space for those looking to enjoy themselves over their meal. Fox portraits decorate the restaurant, really bringing the theme together.

This playfulness extends to Rowly’s menu itself, where steak and side options are written on a large sheet of paper on the table and guests can check off their desired steak style, fries, salad, and sauce. 

The menu features striploin, ribeye, and their special steak option. The waiter recommended I pair my Australian striploin with their secret sauce, accompanied by a side of truffle fries and a house salad. 

The Australian striploin was priced at SR145 ($39), and you are able to add an extra 100 grams for SR60. I ordered my steak medium-cooked; it was delicious and paired wonderfully with my sides. I also got a Coke Zero to complete the classic meal.

While we waited for our order, we were able to use the menu sheet for games such as XP, word search puzzles, and maze puzzles, alongside the card decks provided.

For dessert, I tried the chocolate mousse, the perfect way to wrap up a traditional, enjoyable meal.

Rowly’s is a lively new addition to Riyadh’s dining scene, ideal for those willing to spend a little more time than usual for a fun yet high-end steak experience. I would recommend Rowley’s to families and friends looking for a straightforward menu that delivers high-quality meat in an energetic setting.