Street Food Project
As part of its strategic vision and ambitious efforts to revitalize the heart of the capital and its historic center, the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) launched the Al-Zal “Street Food Project”, which was opened in 1447 AH (2026), to offer a vibrant destination that enriches the visitor experience within the historic Qasr Al Hukm district.
Spanning approximately 10,000 square meters, the project features fully shaded walkways and outdoor cooling systems to ensure a comfortable environment for visitors throughout the year. Developed in partnership with the private sector, it serves as a tourism, cultural, and commercial destination that helps revive the historic area’s social fabric while offering an engaging experience for visitors to enjoy a diverse selection of local and international cuisine.
84
Commercial Outlets
offering diverse food options upon completion of the project phases.
9,825
Square meters
Total project area.
Spacious area
A welcoming environment year-round
fully shaded and equipped with outdoor air conditioning units.
Vision and Objectives
The Street Food Project was developed to help enhance the capital’s appeal while expanding entertainment offerings and enriching social and cultural experiences, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. Beyond its role as a dining destination, the project serves as a platform that reflects Riyadh’s cultural identity and creates an urban space where local authenticity meets global openness. In doing so, it reinforces Riyadh’s position as a vibrant global capital that celebrates diversity and offers a high quality of life for both residents and visitors.
An urban space blending local authenticity with global openness
A platform reflecting aspects of the city’s cultural identity
A destination elevating the quality of life in the heart of the capital
A Contemporary experience
The project introduces a contemporary concept for food and beverage experiences in public spaces, centered on the live cooking experience. Visitors can watch skilled chefs prepare dishes in open-air markets and plazas, creating an engaging visual and sensory dining experience.
At this destination, exceptional dining is complemented by live cultural and entertainment experiences, offering a wide variety of choices that showcase the richness of Saudi cuisine alongside the diversity of international flavors. All offerings are delivered with the highest standards of quality, efficient service, and simple, appealing presentation.
Key Offerings
Upon completion, the project will feature more than 80 commercial outlets offering a diverse range of dining options. The first phase launched with 45 outlets introducing innovative culinary concepts that cater to a wide variety of tastes. Here, dining becomes a journey of discovery, where the stories of passionate chefs and culinary entrepreneurs intertwine with those of visitors. In this vibrant setting, flavor and memory come together to create a welcoming atmosphere that reflects a strong sense of community and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring an experience that feels fresh with every visit.
Traditional and Local Saudi Cuisine
It highlights the heritage of Saudi cuisine through various concepts offered by several restaurants, including “Al Erth Al Najdi,” “Bayt Al Kibdah,” “Hamsah Hijaziah,” “Hikayat Ghadi,” “Long Ago,” “Al Furtajiah,” “Tikka 10,” “Dokan Balilah,” “Macaronat Jadati,” and “Motabaq Yazeed.”
Diverse International Cuisine
It takes visitors on a journey around the world through options including “Tuwaiq Burger,” “Danial Fries,” “Ette,” “Bollywood Spice,” “Noodomi,” “Pizzeria Basilico,” “Al Tacos,” “Shobbak 6,” “Philly Jawn,” “Qarmashah,” “Longo Fries,” “Darsh,” and “Hala Pasta.”
Oriental Cuisine
It offers the fresh flavors of Mediterranean cuisine through several restaurants including “Assembly,” “Rare Grill,” “Rare Mashawi,” “Shawarma Habkah,” and “Roqaq Al Hawi.”
Desserts and Bakery
Rich experiences provided by a group of stores, most notably “Simsim Luqaimat,” “Elegant Moments,” “Burkan,” “Hanini,” “Flan,” “Crepes Des Alpes,” and “Krem.”
Beverages and Coffee
The Street Food experience is complemented by cafés and beverage outlets, which include “Meaning of Juices,” “Green Garden,” “Chai Mohabaq,” “Azwa,” “Lobisc,” and “Nafezat Al Qahwah.”
A Local Economic and Entrepreneurial Platform
Empowering entrepreneurs
Stimulating the local economy
Enhancing tourism appeal
Creating job and commercial opportunities
The Street Food Project serves as a catalyst for the local economy, supporting the goals of sustainable development while contributing to a vibrant society and a thriving economy. It achieves this by providing an integrated platform that empowers entrepreneurs and owners of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food and entertainment sectors.
The destination provides a well-organized, business-friendly environment where specialized brands can showcase their concepts and engage directly with a diverse audience. It also plays a key role in stimulating the local economy by creating direct and indirect employment and business opportunities, generating benefits for the local community.
Social and Cultural Impact
The project is a family-friendly community destination that welcomes visitors of all ages with no admission fee or advance booking required, making it an inclusive and easily accessible public space. It also features a central plaza designed to host entertainment events and seasonal activities, while incorporating local crafts into the visitor experience. This adds a rich cultural and social dimension that connects visitors with local heritage and enhances quality of life across the city.
Accessibility
The project enjoys a prime location in the heart of Riyadh, on Sheikh Mohammed bin Ibrahim Street in the Deira District. Its infrastructure has been carefully planned to ensure convenient access and smooth traffic flow, allowing visitors to reach the destination easily through a variety of transportation options.
Public Transport
The project is connected to the public transport network, located just a 3-minute walk from Qasr Al Hukm Metro Station within the Riyadh Metro network.
Private Vehicles and Ride Apps
The destination is easily accessible via the city’s main roads and offers convenient nearby parking. Visitors can also reach it by taxi, ride-hailing services, or the Darb app.
On Foot
The area’s pedestrian-friendly urban design encourages visitors to explore on foot, allowing them to discover the surrounding historic district while enjoying its pedestrian walkways.
Urban and Heritage Integration
The Street Food Project is one element of a broader portfolio of Royal Commission initiatives aimed at developing the Qasr Al Hukm area and its surrounding districts, integrating with several key projects, including:
Souq Al-Zal Enhancement Program
Designed to revitalize one of Riyadh’s oldest markets by enhancing its urban environment while preserving its heritage character and long-standing commercial legacy, while supporting the continued development of the Qasr Al Hukm district.
Addoho Neighborhood Development Project
Designed to preserve the neighborhood’s distinctive urban and cultural character, ensuring it continues to serve as a living testament to the capital’s architectural evolution and a vibrant cultural hub that complements nearby heritage and tourism destinations.
Together, these projects create an integrated tourism and heritage ecosystem that positions downtown Riyadh as a world-class destination, telling the city’s story from its rich past to its dynamic present and ambitious future.
Opening Hours
To meet the needs of residents and visitors, the Street Food Project operates on flexible, extended hours, making it an ideal destination for people of all ages throughout the week.
