With the arrival of autumn and cooler temperatures in Riyadh, the city's cafes have begun to become a cosy haven for late night chatter and delicious autumnal drinks; warm brown sugar, cinnamon spiked beverages and pumpkin cream and other seasonal flavours are appearing on menus across the capital.
Riyadh’s cafes are known for embracing seasonal offerings that match the year’s various seasons. Coffee lovers look forward to autumn because it brings pleasant weather for outings, outdoor seating, and enjoying Saudi Arabia’s stunning weather at this time of year. So, what are these drinks and desserts, and where can you find them? Here’s a list of places and cafes to choose from.
Autumn in Saudi Arabia isn’t just about coffee-based or coffee-free drinks, as many cafes also add autumn touches to their sweets and cakes.
Oak Leaves Cafe
Celebrates the autumn season in its own way, Oak Leaves Cafe have introduced a spicy pumpkin latte this month. They serve it just as customers prefer, offering a wonderful experience with hot coffee drinks like rose latte, cotton coffee, and lavender latte.
Open Saturday to Wednesday from 10am - 11pm, Thursday from 10am - 11:30pm and Friday from 3pm - 11:30pm
Al-Olaya, Riyadh
Glaze Craze Donuts
Coffee and donuts, what is not to love? Bringing those wholesome autumnal flavours to life with a seasonal menu, Glaze Craze Donuts have brought back their delicious pumpkin spice latte by popular demand, along with themed donuts. Perfect for evening gatherings with friends, they even offer pottery and decoration workshops.
Open Sunday to Wednesday from 5:30pm - 11:30 pm, and Thursday to Saturday from 5:30pm - 2am
Al-Nada, Riyadh
Urth Caffe
A favourite amongst coffee and cafe lovers, Urth Cafe has introduced its unique seasonal offerings with pumpkin-flavoured drinks and an impressive pumpkin pie that includes fresh pumpkin puree, biscuit crust, cinnamon, whipped cream, and powdered sugar.
Various locations across Riyadh
Capri Cafe
Known for its seasonal drinks, Capri Cafe offers cappuccinos with caramel, vanilla, or coconut. Grab a delicious hot drink and pair it with a slice of sweet honey cake, pecan tart, or an icing-topped cinnamon roll.
Open Saturday to Thursday from 6.30am - 12.30am, and Friday from 12pm to 2am
Al Thoumamah Rd, As Sahafah, Riyadh 13315
Sugarmoo Desserts
Specialising in desserts, Sugarmoo is always a good choice for celebration celebrates the season with seasonally-themed cupcakes, cakes, and even ice cream.
Al Izdihar, Riyadh 12485
Buttermilk
Buttermilk invites you to savour the flavours of autumn with their delectable pumpkin pancakes, creamy pumpkin pie, moist carrot cake, and a variety of other seasonal treats.
Open daily from 7am - 11.30pm
Juwairiyah Bint Al Harith, Al Mohammadiyyah, Riyadh 12363
