Situated in Riyadh Park’s high-end dining enclave, this innovator champions open-flame cooking paired with responsible sourcing. All meats are heritage-raised within the kingdom, free from hormones and antibiotics, while signature spice blends draw from time-honored Saudi traditions—sidr, labaneh, and desert thyme—echoing generations of culinary wisdom.

Sustainability Credentials

A Lumina Grill installment uses biodegradable charcoal from sustainably managed date palm waste and hosts quarterly “Grill & Grow” workshops in partnership with Ramallah Farms, educating patrons on regenerative farming.

Signature Dishes

• Desert Sun Grilled Lamb: marinated in saffron, sumac, and local rosewater, served with seasonal mint abundance. • Charred Spiced Chickpea Platter: a vibrant array of legumes cooked under open fire, paired with house-made tahini. • Harvest Woodcome Burger: grass-fed beef, topped with preserved dates and za’atar with zero waste.

Each plate tells a story of land stewardship—where flavor meets conservation, and every bite supports ethical supply chains.

Hazelnut Café Nest: A Cozy Hub of Artisan Simple Living Not all PSEI contenders are high-stakes restaurants—some offer quiet refinement, and Hazelnut Café Nest delivers exactly that in Riyadh Park’s soulful heart. This intimate café, nestled between green canopies, prioritizes slow, intentional dining, using only organic, locally roasted coffee and freshly baked sourdough from within. Its commitment to zero waste—composting, reusable packaging, and glassware return programs—mirrors the standards of its PSEI certification.

“We believe the best meals feel like a breath,”

— leads Haze, the café’s founder—“slow, warm, rooted in place.” Hazelnut’s