There’s something satisfying about biting into a sandwich where you can actually taste more than just bread. At Dough Re Mi, which just opened in Al Olaya, Riyadh, that’s precisely what you’re getting. It’s a new spot on Prince Abdulaziz Ibn Musaid Ibn Jilu Street, and it’s doing the kind of thing that shouldn’t be complicated but somehow is: good focaccia, quality fillings, and no pretence.
Dough Re Mi Just Opened In Al Olaya, Riyadh, Serving Generous Sandwiches
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The artisan sandwiches comes from their own kitchen, which matters. You can tell the difference when bread’s made in-house versus sourced. There’s a slight char on the edges, the crumb is properly airy, and it holds up to generous fillings without falling apart. It’s the kind of detail that separates a sandwich spot from just a place that serves sandwiches.
What to Order (And Actually Why)
The Club Sandwich is doing something right. It’s built with the usual suspects, chicken, bacon, lettuce, and tomato, but there’s a restraint to it that works. The fillings are generous without being excessive (you can actually eat it without it collapsing), and the focaccia keeps everything in place while staying soft enough to bite through. It’s not trying to be fancy. It’s just solid.
The Caesar Wrap deserves attention too. Wraps can go either way: either they’re tight little packages where you can’t taste anything distinct, or they’re loose disasters. This one lands in the middle ground where it should: structured but not suffocating, flavours distinct, and the greens actually have texture.
Beyond the mains, the beverage game is where Dough Re Mi gets interesting. There’s coffee (which actually tastes like proper coffee, not the burnt stuff some places push), matcha if you’re into that, and cold drinks that feel intentional rather than obligatory. You’re not just drinking something to wash down your sandwich; the drinks are part of the experience.
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The Al Olaya Location and Vibe
Al Olaya’s become something of a dining destination in Riyadh over the past couple of years. It’s walkable, there’s usually parking nearby, and there’s a mix of spots that suggests the neighbourhood gets what it wants. Dough Re Mi slots in naturally.
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FAQs
Where exactly is Dough Re Mi located?
Prince Abdulaziz Ibn Musaid Ibn Jilu Street in the Al Olaya district of Riyadh.
What's the signature sandwich at Dough Re Mi?
The Club Sandwich is excellent, built with chicken, bacon, lettuce, and tomato on house-made focaccia. The Caesar Wrap is also worth trying.
