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background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221;]\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ain Alalam &#8211; Rashad Iskandrni<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">ROKA Riyadh invites guests to rediscover one of the capital\u2019s most celebrated dining destinations, now reimagined with a more intimate setting, where warm textures, refined details, and a closer connection to the robata grill create a welcoming and immersive dining experience, complemented by an exciting new menu designed to elevate every visit.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Blending contemporary Japanese robatayaki cuisine with a vibrant social atmosphere, ROKA Riyadh\u2019s transformation introduces a more intimate and inviting energy, where the warmth of the robata grill takes center stage. The redesigned space embraces a cozier layout, while the newly enhanced terrace now spans the full window fa\u00e7ade, bringing the outdoors in and offering an open, airy extension to the dining experience. Together, these elements reflect the essence of the brand&#8217;s exceptional food, a lively yet refined atmosphere, and moments designed to be shared.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-113731\" src=\"https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-8.38.58-AM-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-8.38.58-AM-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-8.38.58-AM-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-8.38.58-AM-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-8.38.58-AM-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-8.38.58-AM-1080x720.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-04-12-at-8.38.58-AM.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">The newly updated \u00e0 la carte menu showcases a selection of ROKA\u2019s refined creations alongside its much-loved classics, offering a fresh expression of the brand\u2019s distinctive culinary identity. Signature highlights include the <em>beef katsu sando with sweet soy, eggplant with lemon and chilli miso, and slow-cooked beef short rib served with miso bun and pickles.<\/em> Guests can also enjoy favourites such as c<em>hicken wings glazed with yuzu kosho honey and ROKA\u2019s \u201cbaked\u201d potato with yuzu cream and chives<\/em>. To complete the experience, the dessert menu now features an expanded selection of <em>mochi<\/em> in new and distinctive flavours. Each dish is crafted to be savoured within the vibrant, high-energy atmosphere that continues to define ROKA as one of Riyadh\u2019s most sought after dining destinations.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">At the heart of this new chapter is the award-winning <strong>Teishoku Lunch<\/strong>, served Sunday to Friday from 1pm to 5pm. Designed for both business lunches and leisurely midday escapes, guests can choose between the Express or Premium Teishoku menus, each showcasing a curated selection of ROKA\u2019s signature dishes.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Whether you\u2019re returning for your favourites or discovering it for the first time, ROKA Riyadh promises a dining experience that goes beyond the plate where exceptional cuisine meets an electric atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Teishoku Lunch set menu Menu Details:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\">\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Date: Every Sunday &#8211; Friday<\/li>\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Time: 1pm &#8211; 5 pm<\/li>\n<li>\n<p style=\"direction: ltr;\">Prices:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Express Teishoku Menu \u2013 SAR 85 per person<\/li>\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Classic Teishoku Menu \u2013 SAR 125 per person<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">All prices are inclusive of VAT.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">ROKA Family Brunch Menu Details::<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\">\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Date: Saturday<\/li>\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Time: 1pm &#8211; 4 pm<\/li>\n<li>\n<p style=\"direction: ltr;\">Prices:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Classic 195 per person (including mocktail on arrival)<\/li>\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Premium 255 per person (including mocktail on arrival)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">All prices are inclusive of VAT.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>Reservations: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rokarestaurant.com\/en\/roka-midtown-riyadh\/make-reservations\">https:\/\/www.rokarestaurant.com\/en\/roka-midtown-riyadh\/make-reservations<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>Contact: <\/strong>+966 (0) 920012327<\/p>\n<p style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>Email: <\/strong>info@rokarestaurant.sa<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\">\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">Ends &#8211;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>About ROKA Riyadh<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">ROKA Riyadh is a contemporary Japanese restaurant and social destination, offering a refined yet energetic dining experience. Rooted in the philosophy of gathering and sharing, ROKA brings people together around exceptional food, warm hospitality, and a vibrant atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Using traditional <strong>binch\u014dtan charcoal<\/strong>, this centuries-old Japanese cooking method delivers bold, clean flavours allowing guests to witness each dish being prepared with precision and respect for the ingredients. 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