Rooted in more than 94 years of Italian hospitality heritage, Cipriani Dolci, the Venetian pasticceria concept from the Cipriani family, opens its first location in Riyadh, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Located in the prestigious Diplomatic Quarter, one of the city’s most exclusive and established districts, the opening marks a significant milestone in the brand’s Middle East expansion. Cipriani Dolci Riyadh introduces an all-day dining experience rooted in craftsmanship, consistency and timeless simplicity to one of the capital’s most distinguished communities.
A refined take on the Venetian pasticceria, Cipriani Dolci Riyadh offers guests a portal to a gilded age of hospitality. The venue’s design unfolds through a palette of rich green seating, crisp white accents and natural materials, brought together with polished finishes and subtle maritime details. Soft lighting and carefully considered proportions create an environment that feels both intimate and open. Conceived as a seamless retreat, the space provides the ideal setting for a light breakfast, a quiet business lunch or an elegant pause after work, where guests can experience the effortless service that has defined the Cipriani name for four generations.
“Riyadh is a city with a deep appreciation for heritage and quality, making it the perfect home for our latest venture,” says Giuseppe Cipriani, CEO. “With this opening in the Diplomatic Quarter, we are proud to bring our family’s ninety-year passion for hospitality to such a distinguished community.”
The menu pays tribute to nearly a century of Italian culinary tradition, built on the four pillars of simplicity, service, purity and freedom. Guests can also enjoy Cipriani’s iconic Carpaccio alla Cipriani, first created at Harry’s Bar in Venice in 1950, alongside timeless classics such as the Baked Tagliolini. At the heart of the space, a signature vitrine showcases an artisanal selection of pastries, mignons and cakes baked fresh daily on the premises. From the signature Vanilla Meringue Cake to the decadent Torta di Cioccolato, each offering reflects the brand’s commitment to exceptional ingredients and refined execution.
Accommodating up to 170 guests across an elegant indoor dining room and spacious outdoor terrace, Cipriani Dolci Riyadh is set to become a new social landmark within the Diplomatic Quarter. Whether for a morning espresso, a business lunch or an elegant afternoon pause, the venue will bring the Cipriani family’s enduring philosophy of gracious service and understated luxury to the heart of the Kingdom’s capital.
What: Cipriani Dolci Riyadh Now Open
Where: Ground Floor Level, Diplomatic Quarter Mall, Al Safarat, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Opening Times: Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM and Friday to Saturday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM