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5 Of Jeddah’s Oldest Restaurants That You Absolutely Need To Try If You Haven’t Already!
Step into the past and let your taste buds travel through time as we uncover Jeddah’s legendary restaurants that have stood the test of time. Get ready to tantalise your taste buds with sizzling kebabs, aromatic seafood, and unique specialties that have delighted generations of Jeddah’s foodies.
Harissat Basaad, 1950
Foodies, you need to bookmark this! Since 1950, this legendary eatery has specialised in one dish and one dish only: harissa. Every dollop of harrisa here is like a tribute to tradition. Many have tried to copy its taste but have always fallen short of the original.
Naji Al Harbi, 1951
Imagine sinking your teeth into this—tender grilled, melt-in-your-mouth kebabs cooked to perfection using age-old recipes—can it get any better than this? The restaurant now has multiple branches in the city, but the legendary taste of the kebabs that they’re known for remains.
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Baissa Mandi, 1950s
Baissa Mandi is a true gem of Jeddah’s dining scene. A disclaimer here: The dish that this restaurant specialises in is not meant for everyone—it specialises in goat’s head mandi. If you’re a foodie who loves trying new things, then you definitely need to try this.
Ba’eshen Seafood, 1950s
Prepare yourself to indulge in a seafood extravaganza like no other. Pick your fish and watch it be expertly prepared right in front of your eyes, just like the restaurant has been doing for 70 years. From grilled hammour to succulent fried prawns, every bite showcases the expertise that the place has accumulated over seven decades.
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Jakarta Oriental, 1967
Indonesian food is hugely popular in Jeddah, and one of the reasons why could be the Jakarta Oriental restaurant, which practically introduced the flavours of the southeast Asian country in this part of the world. Dishes that you should definitely include on your visit here include Nasi Goreng, Satey, and Gado Gado. Mouthwatering, already?
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