Set to open its doors on December 16, Zuma Riyadh promises a contemporary Japanese dining experience like no other, blending bold flavours, elegant design, and vibrant energy
November 2024, Riyadh | Ahead of its highly anticipated launch in the Kingdom, Zuma, the globally renowned contemporary Japanese izakaya, has officially opened reservations for its upcoming opening in Riyadh. Set to welcome guests starting December 16 for both lunch and dinner services, Zuma Riyadh promises a truly elevated dining experience, blending its signature Japanese cuisine with the vibrant cultural energy of Saudi Arabia’s capital.
Boasting an extensive menu of beloved favourites, including fresh sushi, delicate sashimi and nigiri, Zuma brings its globally celebrated culinary mastery to the region. The menu will also feature a Riyadh-exclusive dessert, the Ajwa Date and Miso Toffee Cake with ginger crumble, poached pears, and sweet corn mochi ice cream, a creation which combines the essence of the region’s flavours with Zuma’s renowned techniques, delivering a unique gastronomic fusion.
Spanning two floors, the interior reflects Zuma’s tradition of highlighting natural elements and contemporary juxtaposition. Meticulously designed by renowned architect Noriyoshi Muramatsu, the setting is rooted in natural harmony with subtle flourishes inspired by the city, blending modern elegance with a deep respect for tradition. Located in the city’s business and lifestyle epicentre of King Abdullah Financial District, Zuma Riyadh will showcase a vibrant restaurant and lounge, sushi counters, a signature bar, and a dedicated DJ booth, creating an energetic and dynamic atmosphere.
Reservations are now available online through the website or by calling directly at (+966) 920014597. Guests are encouraged to secure their bookings early to experience Zuma Riyadh.
ZUMA RIYADH
For reservations: Please visit https://zumarestaurant.com/locations/riyadh/, or call
(+966) 920014597 or email reservations@zumarestaurant.sa.
Hours and Timings: Open daily from Sunday to Saturday, from 12:30 PM to 1:00 AM
Location: 2.09 King Abdullah Financial District, Metro Blvd, Al Aqiq, Riyadh 13519
About Zuma
Zuma was co-founded by Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney in 2002. Zuma London, the first restaurant to open, remains the brand’s homestead. Zuma has successfully launched several locations across the world including Hong Kong (2007), Dubai (2008), Istanbul (2008), Miami (2010), Bangkok (2011), Abu Dhabi (2014), New York (2015), Rome (2016), Las Vegas (2017), Boston (2019), Madrid (2021), Maldives (2022), Doha (2022) and Cannes (2024). In addition to permanent restaurants Zuma has a number of pop-ups and seasonal venues in the most sought-after locations across the globe including Datça Peninsula, Bodrum, Phuket, Kitzbühel, Ibiza, Mykonos, Munich and Porto Cervo. Zuma’s characteristic culinary concept features a main kitchen, sushi counter and robata grill offering modern, sophisticated Japanese cuisine.
Zuma has garnered international acclaim from media including ‘Restaurant of the Year’ in the UK’s Tatler Restaurant Awards. Conde Nast Traveller’s Hot Tables Awards awarded Zuma Hong Kong ‘Most Exciting New Restaurant,’ and Time Out Istanbul awarded ZumaIstanbul ‘Best New Restaurant 2009.’ Both Zuma London and Hong Kong made the Top 100 listing of The S. Pellegrino World’s Best Restaurants, as voted for by an international panel of over 800 critics, chefs and restaurateurs. In 2022 Zuma Dubai was placed #2 on MENA’s 50 Best restaurants list and the Zuma Dubai Bar was awarded #17 on the highly prestigious World’s 50 Best Bars list in 2021. Chef Rainer Becker has also been recognized within the industry, with awards including Chef of the Year from Harper’s & Moët in 2004.
