Where We Are Going Today: ‘Crome London’ Cafe in Riyadh

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Updated 02 June 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: ‘Crome London’ Cafe in Riyadh

  • Crome London offers a variety of French toast options, including the berry best, maple syrup, chocoholic, and lotus and banana

Nestled in Riyadh Park Mall, Crome London is a charming cafe offering great food and a stunning rooftop view of the Kingdom’s capital.

Having visited a couple of times, I’ve had the opportunity to explore their menu and experience the inviting atmosphere.

I’ve enjoyed several dishes during my visits, starting with the freddo cappuccino, which was fantastic. The Nutella croissant was equally delightful — rich and indulgent. The prices were reasonable for the quality.

On another occasion, I tried the red velvet French toast, which was delicious with just the right amount of sweetness.

The green tea and flat white I ordered were decent, though I found them a bit overpriced compared to other options.

One standout feature of this cafe is the food presentation; each dish is served with an artistic touch, making it Instagram-worthy.

I also sampled their tiramisu, honey cakes, and latte. The tiramisu was classic and creamy, while the honey cakes were light and flavorful. The latte was perfectly smooth and frothy.

Crome London also offers a variety of French toast options, including the berry best, maple syrup, chocoholic, and lotus and banana.

They also serve brunch items like Benedict French toast and smashed avocado French toast, along with fried chicken and sweet brioche.

However, my experience was not without its drawbacks. On one visit, I waited for half an hour without anyone checking on me, which was disappointing. Given the cafe’s welcoming atmosphere, I expected better service.

 


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.