Karamna

Karamna is a Michelin Selected Lebanese restaurant at the Jeddah Yacht Club and Marina, at 2387 Al Kurnaysh Bridge Road in the Al Shati area of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Lebanese cooking is well established in the kingdom's restaurant scene, and Karamna presents it with a waterside setting that sets it apart from inland venues. The menu follows the classic Lebanese structure of mezze followed by grills. The beetroot moutabbal, a variation on the smoky aubergine dip made with beetroot, is among its best-known plates, and mixed grills of marinated meats cooked over charcoal anchor the main courses. Dishes are designed for sharing, so groups typically order a spread of cold and hot mezze and then a platter of grills. The restaurant sits in the Michelin three-dollar band, with a meal typically costing about SAR 200-350 (roughly $53-93) per person. The dining room and terrace look toward the marina, and the mood is social and relaxed, suited to long evening meals with family or friends. Noise levels rise with the evening crowd, and dress is smart-casual, with modest clothing the norm in Saudi Arabia. Alcohol is not served in the kingdom, so the beverage side concentrates on Lebanese-style soft drinks, fresh juices, mocktails, tea and coffee. A third-party listing reports opening from about 16:00 to 03:00, so the restaurant is oriented toward late dining, though hours should be confirmed before visiting. Reservations are recommended, particularly for Thursday and Friday evenings and for seating with a marina view, and they can be arranged through the restaurant's Instagram or Google Maps listing. Booking a few days ahead is sensible for groups. The yacht club location means that access may involve checking in at the gate, so visitors should allow time for arrival. Dining here suits a long, unhurried evening by the water in the warm months, when evenings are more comfortable than daytime.