Mamdoh guidebook for Jeddah city
Food scene
Local comfort food but want it modern? Maqadeer is the place to go. From truly traditional dishes such as saleeq, aish bellaham, and kabli rice to modernized dishes like kafta edam and bechamel, this family-owned restaurant is adorned with a fusion of contemporary and authentic Hejazi decorations. Serving appetizers, fresh juices, and desserts galore, Maqadeer has it all covered.
Maqadeer
Local comfort food but want it modern? Maqadeer is the place to go. From truly traditional dishes such as saleeq, aish bellaham, and kabli rice to modernized dishes like kafta edam and bechamel, this family-owned restaurant is adorned with a fusion of contemporary and authentic Hejazi decorations. Serving appetizers, fresh juices, and desserts galore, Maqadeer has it all covered.
This fish restaurant is the go-to suggestion by any local Jeddah resident for some of the best seafood. From siyadiah, madoos, and seniah humar, their dishes are prepared using the finest local fish from the Red Sea: najil, sejan, and more. Although Twina is famous for its traditional Hejazi aquatic cuisine, it’s specialties, whether local or international, know no bounds.
Twina Seafood - Corniche Alhamra
2903 Al Kurnaysh Branch RoadThis fish restaurant is the go-to suggestion by any local Jeddah resident for some of the best seafood. From siyadiah, madoos, and seniah humar, their dishes are prepared using the finest local fish from the Red Sea: najil, sejan, and more. Although Twina is famous for its traditional Hejazi aquatic cuisine, it’s specialties, whether local or international, know no bounds.
Traditional Arabic food with a contemporary twist, Ful 21 is a casual, family friendly, and cozy dine-in spot. With a lot of sunlight entering the space, this restaurant is the hippest outpost for a traditional Saudi meal. With their own stone oven to cook fresh bread, home-cooked kebda sizzling in front of you, and mouthwatering arika, mgalgal, fatta kawarie, and saleeq, Ful 21 offers Hejazi soul food in a modern setting.
Fūl 21
Qassem ZeinahTraditional Arabic food with a contemporary twist, Ful 21 is a casual, family friendly, and cozy dine-in spot. With a lot of sunlight entering the space, this restaurant is the hippest outpost for a traditional Saudi meal. With their own stone oven to cook fresh bread, home-cooked kebda sizzling in front of you, and mouthwatering arika, mgalgal, fatta kawarie, and saleeq, Ful 21 offers Hejazi soul food in a modern setting.
Section B is a great burger that welcomes its guests with a familiar atmosphere. Food is made entirely of the finest and fresh ingredients. Having the caramelised onions topping with your burger is absolutely essential. Cold drinks are served old-school, and their tasty desserts will leave you wanting more.
Section-B
Hira StreetSection B is a great burger that welcomes its guests with a familiar atmosphere. Food is made entirely of the finest and fresh ingredients. Having the caramelised onions topping with your burger is absolutely essential. Cold drinks are served old-school, and their tasty desserts will leave you wanting more.
The first thing you will notice when you walk through Bafarat’s doors is the aroma of freshly ground beans and spices. Initially, a spice vendor, Bafarat has become one of the leading cafes in the Kingdom. The interior itself is stunning, from its parquet floors to its ceramic countertops, the clean look of Bafarat only works to highlight the star of the show: its coffee. They have been perfecting their craft for 60 years, and the effort shows.
Bafarat Cafe, Jeddah
Al AbboudThe first thing you will notice when you walk through Bafarat’s doors is the aroma of freshly ground beans and spices. Initially, a spice vendor, Bafarat has become one of the leading cafes in the Kingdom. The interior itself is stunning, from its parquet floors to its ceramic countertops, the clean look of Bafarat only works to highlight the star of the show: its coffee. They have been perfecting their craft for 60 years, and the effort shows.
It’s all in the name, Cup & Couch is where you want to relax with a nice cup of coffee made just for you. They emphasize their friendliness above all else, something you can tell as soon as you walk through their doors. Whether you’re looking for friendly conversation, or a board game night (they have countless games to choose from), Cup & Couch is the place for you.
Cup & Couch Cafe and Roastery
Al YamamahIt’s all in the name, Cup & Couch is where you want to relax with a nice cup of coffee made just for you. They emphasize their friendliness above all else, something you can tell as soon as you walk through their doors. Whether you’re looking for friendly conversation, or a board game night (they have countless games to choose from), Cup & Couch is the place for you.
Slightly more unorthodox, Magad blends modern specialty coffee with traditional Arabic coffee. The interior makes you feel as though you’re in a classic Jeddah house Magad makes even the outsider feel like home with its cozy and homely atmosphere. Taking pride in Jeddah’s cultural heritage, Magad’s home in Old Jeddah is a testament to coffee’s importance in the city.
Cafe Magad
Slightly more unorthodox, Magad blends modern specialty coffee with traditional Arabic coffee. The interior makes you feel as though you’re in a classic Jeddah house Magad makes even the outsider feel like home with its cozy and homely atmosphere. Taking pride in Jeddah’s cultural heritage, Magad’s home in Old Jeddah is a testament to coffee’s importance in the city.
Boho is as known for its stylish interior as it is for its mouth-watering food and coffee. Specializing in breakfast and pastries, Boho's selection is world-class. Their drinks--from hot and cold coffee to juices galore--are made from the finest ingredients. Perhaps most unique is Boho's commitment to the arts, regularly hosting performances by local musicians.
Boho The Beach
2500 7754 AbharBoho is as known for its stylish interior as it is for its mouth-watering food and coffee. Specializing in breakfast and pastries, Boho's selection is world-class. Their drinks--from hot and cold coffee to juices galore--are made from the finest ingredients. Perhaps most unique is Boho's commitment to the arts, regularly hosting performances by local musicians.
Neighborhoods
The city of Jeddah dates back to the 7th century, when it was founded by fishermen in what is now the Al-Balad neighborhood. The area still retains its ancient feel, boasting some of the oldest and most beautiful buildings in the city, made of traditional coral stones and wood.
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Al-Balad
The city of Jeddah dates back to the 7th century, when it was founded by fishermen in what is now the Al-Balad neighborhood. The area still retains its ancient feel, boasting some of the oldest and most beautiful buildings in the city, made of traditional coral stones and wood.
Visible from all across the city, King Fahd’s Fountain is a much-loved Jeddah landmark, rising against the backdrop of the Red Sea. At 312-meters high, it is the tallest fountain in the world, sending plumes of water shooting skywards at speeds of more than 350kph.
The fountain is at its best after dark, when hundreds of colored lights illuminate the arc of water as it soars spectacularly against the night sky. It’s at this time you’ll find groups of onlookers gathered along the waterfront, watching mesmerized as the fall of water cascades down to the sea below.
The fountain was donated to the city of Jeddah by the late King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who ruled Saudi Arabia from 1982 until 2005. The monument was constructed between 1980 and 1983 and was unveiled in 1985, immediately establishing itself as a prime sightseeing attraction. The fountain sits just off the city’s corniche and uses saltwater taken from the surrounding harbour rather than freshwater to create its signature surge.
Fountain Square
Fountain SquareVisible from all across the city, King Fahd’s Fountain is a much-loved Jeddah landmark, rising against the backdrop of the Red Sea. At 312-meters high, it is the tallest fountain in the world, sending plumes of water shooting skywards at speeds of more than 350kph.
The fountain is at its best after dark, when hundreds of colored lights illuminate the arc of water as it soars spectacularly against the night sky. It’s at this time you’ll find groups of onlookers gathered along the waterfront, watching mesmerized as the fall of water cascades down to the sea below.
The fountain was donated to the city of Jeddah by the late King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who ruled Saudi Arabia from 1982 until 2005. The monument was constructed between 1980 and 1983 and was unveiled in 1985, immediately establishing itself as a prime sightseeing attraction. The fountain sits just off the city’s corniche and uses saltwater taken from the surrounding harbour rather than freshwater to create its signature surge.
The constant buzz of life on the 35km-long Corniche is a microcosm for the whole city. There is no better place in the city for people-watching, as throngs of students, lovers, families and elderly couples stroll along the coast or enjoy a picnic and the sea breeze.
Jeddah Corniche
The constant buzz of life on the 35km-long Corniche is a microcosm for the whole city. There is no better place in the city for people-watching, as throngs of students, lovers, families and elderly couples stroll along the coast or enjoy a picnic and the sea breeze.
Do & see
Sail away aboard the MSC Bellissima and enjoy limitless fun with the whole family with theater performances, concerts, an interactive water park with many retail shops and excellent restaurants, and so much more. Getaway... Your Way in the middle of the Red Sea, where you start your journey from Jeddah to King Abdullah Economic City and Yanbu, ending with Aqaba.
MSC Co
3090 Al BaladeahSail away aboard the MSC Bellissima and enjoy limitless fun with the whole family with theater performances, concerts, an interactive water park with many retail shops and excellent restaurants, and so much more. Getaway... Your Way in the middle of the Red Sea, where you start your journey from Jeddah to King Abdullah Economic City and Yanbu, ending with Aqaba.
For a look at the rich sea life in the area and around the world, check out the Fakieh Aquarium. It showcases a wide range of aquatic species, including turtles, sharks, an array of colourful fish and many more forms of marine life. There are also some entertainment options for children and a buffet restaurant in the complex. The dolphin show should not to be missed.
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فقيه أكواريوم
Al Kurnaysh Branch RoadFor a look at the rich sea life in the area and around the world, check out the Fakieh Aquarium. It showcases a wide range of aquatic species, including turtles, sharks, an array of colourful fish and many more forms of marine life. There are also some entertainment options for children and a buffet restaurant in the complex. The dolphin show should not to be missed.
Jeddah has a history that predates modern Arabia. As one of the Gulf’s oldest seaports and the gateway to the holy city of Makkah, Jeddah has been welcoming the world for centuries — which has helped transform the city into the culturally rich melting pot it is today.
For a fascinating look into Jeddah’s long and cosmopolitan past, take a trip to the Tayebat Museum for a superbly curated representation of the city’s 2,500-year history. Located in the Al Faisaliyah district, the museum is housed in a multiroom complex that re-creates the traditional Hijazi architecture of the old city, with bay windows overlaid with intricate wooden lattice work and ornate coral masonry.
With several floors of in-depth exhibits, the museum offers a living history lesson on the foundation of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the wider Arabian Peninsula. There is also an entire floor dedicated to the city’s rich Islamic heritage.
Al Tayebat International City
3170 Raihanat Al JazirahJeddah has a history that predates modern Arabia. As one of the Gulf’s oldest seaports and the gateway to the holy city of Makkah, Jeddah has been welcoming the world for centuries — which has helped transform the city into the culturally rich melting pot it is today.
For a fascinating look into Jeddah’s long and cosmopolitan past, take a trip to the Tayebat Museum for a superbly curated representation of the city’s 2,500-year history. Located in the Al Faisaliyah district, the museum is housed in a multiroom complex that re-creates the traditional Hijazi architecture of the old city, with bay windows overlaid with intricate wooden lattice work and ornate coral masonry.
With several floors of in-depth exhibits, the museum offers a living history lesson on the foundation of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the wider Arabian Peninsula. There is also an entire floor dedicated to the city’s rich Islamic heritage.
Hafez Gallery is an entity pushing for Saudi and Middle Eastern representation in the global art conversation. Tucked in the Rawdah neighborhood, Hafez Gallery hosts a variety of contemporary art exhibitions throughout the year. It also actively participates in organizing related events in the city. The gallery represents a multitude of local artists; such as Nabila Albassam, Abdulsattar Mousa, Abdullah Almarzouq, and Lulwa Alhmoud.
Hafez Gallery
Hafez Gallery is an entity pushing for Saudi and Middle Eastern representation in the global art conversation. Tucked in the Rawdah neighborhood, Hafez Gallery hosts a variety of contemporary art exhibitions throughout the year. It also actively participates in organizing related events in the city. The gallery represents a multitude of local artists; such as Nabila Albassam, Abdulsattar Mousa, Abdullah Almarzouq, and Lulwa Alhmoud.
Built in 1881 for then-governor of Jeddah, Sheikh Omar Effendi Nassif, the Nassif House Museum is the site of various historical activities, even serving as the temporary royal residence of King Abdulaziz, the founder of the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in 1925. Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Balad, the mansion went from exemplifying Jeddah’s elite to becoming a cultural center for all.
With lectures, exhibits, and a museum exploring its own history, the 106 rooms of Bayt Nassif (or Nassif House as it is also known) allow you to walk through the ornamented and complex past of the district. Despite significant restorative renovations, the historical architecture has remained intact, and its museum showcases a collection of vintage photographs.
Nasseef House
Built in 1881 for then-governor of Jeddah, Sheikh Omar Effendi Nassif, the Nassif House Museum is the site of various historical activities, even serving as the temporary royal residence of King Abdulaziz, the founder of the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in 1925. Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Balad, the mansion went from exemplifying Jeddah’s elite to becoming a cultural center for all.
With lectures, exhibits, and a museum exploring its own history, the 106 rooms of Bayt Nassif (or Nassif House as it is also known) allow you to walk through the ornamented and complex past of the district. Despite significant restorative renovations, the historical architecture has remained intact, and its museum showcases a collection of vintage photographs.
Kids Activities
This place joins creativity with adventure. Let your kids get drenched in color and express themselves through art.
ColorFly
6642 المسكThis place joins creativity with adventure. Let your kids get drenched in color and express themselves through art.
Little Camel is an indoor play space that offers children educational experiences through games that simulate real-life skills.
Little baker cafe قهوة الخباز الصغير
Little Camel is an indoor play space that offers children educational experiences through games that simulate real-life skills.
A two-story restaurant equipped with kid perks including a special kids menu, indoor playroom, PlayStation corner, mini football yard, Lego station, and a children’s gym.
Cool de Sac Jeddah
طريق الامير سلطانA two-story restaurant equipped with kid perks including a special kids menu, indoor playroom, PlayStation corner, mini football yard, Lego station, and a children’s gym.