If you love an aesthetically pleasing brunch spot, Dear Duck in Jeddah is the place for you.
Located in the up-and-coming La Paz Plaza, Dear Duck is hard to miss with its large yellow door and matching umbrellas and outdoor tables. Dear Duck classifies itself as an “all day eatery” but the rave on TikTok has been about its brunch hour.
I decided to visit for brunch on a sunny Jeddah afternoon. The interior design is pleasant with quirky pieces and colors to emphasize the theme throughout.
It has little duck feet hanging from the ceiling, with the waiters wearing shirts with “Dear Saudi, I love you” written on the back.
I am a big fan of having a savory dish before dessert and Dear Duck’s brunch menu made that possible. I also place a lot of emphasis on a good, caffeinated beverage to pair with my brunch, which was also available.
For my main dish, from The Egg Club section of the menu, I chose the Cozy Croissant costing SR58 ($15) which was stuffed with fluffy eggs, cheese, and smoked turkey. For a less basic dish, the menu offers shakshuka, an acai bowl, and oats among other options.
The croissant was delicious and light, perfect for those who do not want a heavy first meal of the day. I paired my meal with their Sweet Matcha (SR28) opting for an oat-milk substitute and added vanilla syrup. The iced matcha was balanced in sweetness and the powder was whisked into a nice green shade.
My friend and I decided to explore an option from The Sweet Corner section of the menu, which has Classic Pancakes, Apple Pancakes, Dulce Dreams pancakes, and Famous Croissant Pudding.
We decided on the Classic Pancakes (SR42) to maintain a traditional brunch meal, which came topped with mixed berries and a side of maple syrup.
The pancakes were thick and less on the fluffy side, but they paired nicely with the syrup. On my next visit, I would love to try the Famous Croissant Pudding, which costs SR62 and comes with caramel sauce and cinnamon cream.
If you are on the hunt for an aesthetic and bubbly brunch spot in Jeddah, Dear Duck is a great choice. I would call ahead for reservations just in case because the restaurant has been receiving a lot of attention online.
