Where We Are Going Today: Mimosa – mediterranean dining in Jeddah

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Updated 12 November 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: Mimosa – mediterranean dining in Jeddah

  • The mains include pierrade de boeuf, 220g of beef served on a hot stone with sauces like Bearnaise or truffle mayo

Located in Jeddah Park Mall, Mimosa combines coastal flavors with modern presentation to bring Mediterranean dining to the city.

Originating in Paris, the restaurant features a chic interior, soft lighting and a relaxed atmosphere suitable for casual lunches and dinners.

The menu offers fresh ingredients and simple, well-executed dishes. Starters like kimchi-kissed tuna and citrus salmon crunch are served in crisp tortilla shells with avocado mousse and a touch of kimchi, offering a mix of textures and flavors. The escargots baked in herb butter, a classic French appetizer, are rich and comforting.

The mains include pierrade de boeuf, 220g of beef served on a hot stone with sauces like Bearnaise or truffle mayo. The beef tenderloin and ribeye are tender and well-seasoned, though portions are smaller than at other steakhouses.

Seafood dishes such as char-grilled sea bream with ratatouille and mashed potatoes are carefully prepared, though the sauces can sometimes overshadow the fish.

Salads and sides, including burrata salad and corn kale bowl, are fresh but standard. Comfort dishes such as truffle risotto and gnocchi pesto show a balance of richness and subtle flavors.

Prices are on the higher side due to the imported concept and quality ingredients. For more details, visit @mimosa.jeddah.

 


Where We Are Going Today: Circle 3 at Fenna Alawwal

Updated 03 December 2025
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Where We Are Going Today: Circle 3 at Fenna Alawwal

RIYADH: Fenna Alawwal is located in Riyadh’s Al-Safarat neighbourhood, known as the Diplomatic Quarter, and serves as a cultural and creative hub that embraces a diverse community of thinkers and creators.

Connected to the center, Circle 3 by Acoustic is a restaurant and coffee shop that serves a variety of food options and beverages. I tried the lunch menu and coffee during my visit.

The center is spacious, and the interiors have a minimalist touch; the ambient music was soft and soothing. Overall, the vibes at Fenna Alawwal were very relaxing and pleasant. 

Connected to the center, Circle 3 by Acoustic, which is a restaurant and coffee shop that serves a variety of food options and beverages, where I tried the lunch menu and coffee. (AN photo by Haifa Alshammari)

For SR130 ($35), I ordered the eggplant fattah, the baked lasagna, and coffee after my meal. The cost was understandable, considering the restaurant’s location, and the food was good overall.

One of the services provided by the center was the “short stories” station for visitors interested in reading, along with a mini art gallery in the center’s outdoor area, and a library and bookshop. 

Fenna Alawwal is located in the Al Safarat neighbourhood, known as the diplomatic quarter. (AN photo by Haifa Alshammari)

Yet, I would have liked Wi-Fi, as the center is an excellent option for people looking for a private, quiet spot in Riyadh to enjoy a cup of coffee and work.

Fenna Alawwal also has its own parking lot, which is an advantage considering the low chances of finding an empty parking space near the center.