Tamees House

Tamees House is a Michelin Selected Saudi breakfast restaurant in Uptown Square Center on Al Amir Fawaz Al Janoubi Street in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Unlike the old-city breakfast rooms of Al Balad, it sits in a modern shopping and dining complex, and it presents traditional Hijazi and Saudi morning food in a contemporary setting. The name refers to tamees, a thick, soft flatbread baked in a hot oven that is one of the classic breads of Saudi Arabia and is commonly eaten at breakfast. The kitchen focuses on freshly baked tamees served with ful, the slow-cooked fava bean dish central to the Saudi breakfast table, and with kibdeh, spiced sauteed liver. These dishes are typically shared among the table, with bread used to scoop and wrap. The Michelin Selected listing signals that inspectors found the cooking worthy of note, and the pricing, at about SAR 50-120 (roughly $13-32) per person, is moderate for a sit-down venue in a modern district. The dining room is bright and casual, with a mood suited to family breakfasts and relaxed weekend gatherings, and noise levels rise during the busiest morning and lunch periods. Dress is casual, although modest clothing is expected across Saudi Arabia. Alcohol is not served in the kingdom, so tea, Arabic coffee, fresh juices and soft drinks make up the beverage side. Service is reported in the morning and at lunch, and visitors should confirm times before visiting because the schedule is not widely published. Reservations are generally not needed, as the restaurant works on a walk-in basis, and current details are shared through its Instagram account. Weekends, when families come for late breakfasts, are the busiest, so a weekday visit is easier for seating. The location in Uptown Jeddah also suits travellers staying in the newer northern districts, who may prefer a breakfast stop near modern hotels over travelling to the historic centre. Visitors new to Saudi breakfast can order a few dishes to share and ask for extra tamees, which is baked fresh.