After Riyadh, A.O.K Kitchen To Open Saudi’s Second Outlet With 78 Seats In Diriyah At…

Guess what’s cooking in Diriyah? No, seriously, guess. Because A.O.K Kitchen, the crowd-pleasing culinary gem from the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), is now setting up shop in Diriyah’s shiny new Zallal complex. That’s right, Riyadh foodies! Your favourite guilt-free hotspot just got a fresh new postcode.

Riyadh’s Favourite Restaurant A.O.K Kitchen Has A New Outlet In Diriyah

 

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A.O.K (short for “All Okay” and yes, it lives up to the name) isn’t just your average pretty café with overpriced coffee. This place is the Beyoncé of balanced dining—serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner without gluten, dairy, or refined sugar dragging you down. And no, it doesn’t taste like cardboard. It tastes like angels might’ve had something to do with it.

From KAFD To Diriyah: A Stylish Leap

 

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After winning hearts in KAFD for the past three years, A.O.K decided to take things up a notch. Enter: Diriyah. But this isn’t just a copy-paste version of the old location. The new 78-seater stunner fuses A.O.K’s sleek, contemporary design with warm Najdi architecture. We’re talking rustic charm meets polished finesse, like if your cool London cousin married a Saudi royal.

The credit goes to Saudi interior designer Maha AlSudairi, who clearly understood the assignment. She’s taken the signature A.O.K vibe and added just the right amount of Diriyah soul, making this spot both Instagrammable and meaningful. Whether you’re dining under the stars on the alfresco terrace or soaking in the sunlight indoors, this place has “main character energy” written all over it.

For the Love of Clean Eating

 

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Chef Nikolas Mataragkas helms the kitchen—and trust us, he knows his way around a gluten-free pancake. The menu is a love letter to those who want to eat clean without crying into their kale. From hearty breakfasts to elegant dinners, everything’s designed to taste amazing and make your insides happy.

In a rush? No worries. There’s a grab-and-go counter, too, so you can grab your oat milk latte and almond croissant without being late to life. Whether you’re on a solo lunch break, a friend date, or a “let’s pretend we’re health-conscious” outing, A.O.K Kitchen’s got you sorted.

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Come Hungry, Leave Glowing

Let’s be honest; Riyadh isn’t short on restaurants. But not many spots manage to hit the sweet spot between stylish, soulful, and straight-up tasty. A.O.K Kitchen Diriyah doesn’t just serve food—it serves mood, meaning, and memorable bites.

So whether you’re a wellness junkie, a weekend bruncher, or just someone who appreciates a solid eggs benedict without the dairy drama—this one’s worth a visit. And a second. And probably a third.

Now go, feast responsibly and remember, being healthy doesn’t mean being boring. Not on A.O.K’s watch.

Where: A.O.K Kitchen Diriyah, Zallal Diriyah
When: Opening this month

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