Em Sherif Cafe

Em Sherif Cafe is a Lebanese restaurant in the Al Mohammadiyyah district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, known for mezze served in an elevated setting. The brand originated in Beirut, where Em Sherif built a reputation for lavish, generous Lebanese hospitality, and its Riyadh cafe brings a more casual version of that approach to the capital. Lebanese cooking is widely popular in Saudi Arabia, and the restaurant sits within a district of upscale dining and shopping in the north of the city.

The menu centres on Lebanese mezze, the sharing plates that begin a Levantine meal. Typical items include hummus, moutabal, tabbouleh and fattoush, together with grilled meats and pastries, though specific dishes for this branch were not confirmed and visitors should consult the current menu. Mezze are designed for the table, so groups usually order a spread and add grills. No alcohol is served, as in all Saudi restaurants; the beverage list includes Arabic coffee, tea, fresh juices and Lebanese-style soft drinks.

The dining room is polished and decorative, with an atmosphere that is stylish but social, and the crowd is mostly local, with families, friends and professionals. Dress is smart casual and modest. Noise is moderate and rises at peak evening hours.

Prices are upper-mid-range, at about SAR 150–350 (roughly $40–93) per person, which reflects the generous sharing format. Hours are reported as daily lunch and dinner and should be verified before visiting. Reservations are advised, particularly for dinner and on Thursday and Friday, when Riyadh's weekend dining peaks. Booking a few days ahead is sensible, and a week for groups. No website or booking link was confirmed, so visitors should contact the venue directly. The Al Mohammadiyyah location is reachable by taxi or ride-hailing from most central and northern hotels, and lunch visits are typically calmer than evening ones.