The story
Tofareya brings traditional Saudi cuisine to the busy Prince Sultan Road corridor in Jeddah. The kitchen prioritizes time honored Saudi cooking techniques over fleeting trends. This commitment to authentic heritage cooking and regional cuisine secured a thirteen point rating from Gault&Millau for 2026.
Guests begin the meal with a welcome drink served alongside fresh dates. The kitchen then presents puff hegazy, featuring thin crisp pastry wrapped around delicately spiced minced meat. A deeper exploration leads to marqoq, an earthy stew of eggplant, zucchini, and carrots simmered in a light broth. The meal concludes with basbosa prepared with semolina, eggs, and yoghurt for a rich finish.
A heavy wooden door immediately separates the dining room from the surrounding traffic and glass facades. The bright main hall occupies the upper level and displays colorful table settings alongside a painted village mural. Visitors seeking quiet conversation can move to the more secluded private space above the street. Attentive staff maintain a steady presence throughout both floors without interrupting the meal.
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