This new outpost promises to blend taste and tradition.
All eyes are (rightfully) on Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning hospitality scene – Riyadh alone has seen Chotto Matte, SUSHISAMBA and Zuma debut in recent months. However, one restaurant that has firmly held its ground is A.O.K Kitchen, and now, this FACT award-winner is expanding to Diriyah.
Located in Zallal Diriyah, a mixed-use commercial office and retail project, this new A.O.K Kitchen outpost will be the brand’s second location in Saudi Arabia. This time, it promises to bring its delicious flavours to the UNESCO Heritage Site in the Kingdom.
A.O.K Kitchen in Zallal Diriyah will blend the brand’s signature contemporary style with Najdi architectural elements, paying homage to Diriyah’s historic charm while ensuring that the space feels stylish. With 78 seats up for grabs, you can choose to dine indoors or alfresco. There’s also a counter if you’d like to grab and go.
A.O.K Kitchen has always been about refined yet nourishing dining, and its newest location continues that mission. Led by Chef Nikolas Mataragkas, it will offer signature favourites alongside exciting new creations. Must-try dishes include the Cobb Salad, Roasted Honey Salmon, and the ever-popular A.O.K Pancakes. Expect the same sugar-free, gluten-free and plant-based options that you’re used to.
For the uninitiated, the chic London-based dining concept was founded by second-generation restaurateur Kelly Landesberg in 2019 and rapidly gained recognition for its refined menu, much of it gluten- and dairy-free and all of it free from refined sugar. Incidentally, A.O.K stands for ‘All is Okay’, translating to a brand’s philosophy of curating a feel-good dining experience that accommodates everyone.
Since launching in KAFD in 2022, A.O.K Kitchen has won over foodies with its wellness-focused menu, stylish setting and locally sourced ingredient philosophy. And with this new opening, it’s clear that the brand’s popularity is only growing.
GO: Visit www.aokkitchen.co.uk for more information.