Opened three weeks ago, and situated between the Al-Narjis and Al-Aarid neighborhoods in Riyadh, Le Journal Bakery and Cafe offers French flavors in the heart of Saudi Arabia.
After years of living in France, the owner of the bakery returned to Saudi Arabia to bring a bit of the French atmosphere to Riyadh. These French touches are seen throughout the establishment.
The background music is enticing, and the white walls, along with the overall aesthetic, show that the interior designer paid attention to details.
However, the space is small and the tables close to each other, which might make you feel uncomfortable.
There are various food options, though. Sandwiches are on offer and the bread is freshly baked.
A pesto sandwich with lavender lemonade was one of our choices. The bread and cheese were tasty, but combining them with pesto, large pieces of lettuce, and a large amount of olive oil was not the best idea. The sandwich proved too oily and rather hard to chew.
The lemonade was also below par as it was a bit sweet for my taste.
The meal cost SR52 (almost $14), and although it could have been tastier, Le Journal Bakery and Cafe was a pleasant place to visit.
