Long Chim
Al Diriyah, Riyadh
Restaurant in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Long Chim when the plan is a polished Diriyah dinner with Michelin Plate recognition and an easy fit for an evening around Al Bujairi Terrace. It is stronger for atmosphere and convenience than for diners seeking a clearly documented chef-led or regional Saudi brief.
About Long Chim
Long Chim in Riyadh is a dinner-focused option with a clear schedule: it opens daily from 5 PM to 1 AM. Its Michelin Guide Saudi Arabia 2026 Plate gives it a useful recognition signal, while the practical planning facts are simple: consider it for an evening meal in Riyadh, dress smart casual, and avoid assuming pricing, seating, menu format, or specific dishes before checking with the venue.
Why it works for a repeat dinner in Riyadh
The strength here is its evening availability and Michelin Guide recognition rather than a dish-by-dish brief. Go when the group wants a Michelin-recognised dinner option in Riyadh, not when the plan depends on details such as a chef-counter format, a wine-led dinner, a tasting menu, or a specific regional brief. The late daily schedule also makes it useful for diners who prefer dinner after the early-evening rush.
For a regular who has been once, the next move is to use it selectively. It can fit a friend visiting Riyadh, a small celebration, or a dinner where a recognised venue matters. If the group wants a different Riyadh dinner direction, Maiz or تكية - TAKYA are natural names to compare. If the aim is another dining option to consider, Villa Mamas is also worth comparing.
Book it for evening availability, not for a tightly specified menu brief
Pricing, seating, specific dishes, dietary policies, and menu format are details to check directly, so the safest advice is to treat Long Chim as a Michelin-recognised dinner choice rather than a value play or a highly specified dining format. The Michelin Plate recognition suggests a venue worth noting, but it does not by itself define the price point, service style, or occasion level. That distinction matters when comparing dining options in Riyadh.
For planning a wider night out, keep the itinerary practical and confirm current details directly with the venue before going. Readers building a broader Riyadh shortlist can compare restaurant styles in Our full Riyadh restaurants guide. Other Riyadh dining rooms may suit different budgets or occasions, so use Long Chim as one recognised dinner option rather than the only answer.
For a broader comparison set, consider Riyadh options such as Jareed Samhan, Long Chim, Maiz, Medheef, Villa Mamas, and تكية - TAKYA, or compare Long Chim more generally with other dining rooms in Riyadh.
Planning details
- Location
- Al Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- sevenrooms.com/reservations/longchimriyadh
- Phone
- +966 59 158 3694
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Long Chim sits on Al Bujairi Terrace against Diriyah’s mud‑brick walls, so the setting feels rooted in the city’s UNESCO‑recognised heritage. The terrace buzzes on evenings, attracting a crowd that has scoped the pedestrian strip and settled on a precise regional option. The restaurant pairs that historic, scenic backdrop with a focused, chef‑led approach to Thai cooking, so the experience reads as both grounded and purposeful rather than broadly commercial. Expect an energetic terrace atmosphere framed by traditional architecture and a dining room that privileges authenticity and intensity over fusion softness.
Best For
This is primarily an evening destination: the terrace fills fast and the copy repeatedly situates the restaurant in the evening pedestrian life of Bujairi Terrace. Long Chim works well for date nights and special occasions where diners want a reliable, recipe‑driven take on Thai cuisine, and for small groups who appreciate bold, regional flavors. Regulars return for consistency and specificity, so book or arrive early on busy nights if you're aiming for a terrace table in the historic district.
Ordering Tips
The menu leans into the intensity, sourness and chilli heat central to traditional Thai cooking, so order with that in mind. Signature plates to consider from the provided list include the Vegetarian Pad Thai, Chicken Satay Leu, Green Papaya Salad and Deep Fried Whole Fish — all likely to showcase the sharp, layered flavors the restaurant prioritises. If you’re sensitive to spice, ask about heat levels; otherwise embrace the acidity and chilli that define the house style.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined yet welcoming with casual contemporary vibe, wooden tables, Thai artwork, open kitchen, and terrace views of historic Diriyah.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Vegetarian Pad Thai
- Chicken Satay Leu
- Green Papaya Salad
- Deep Fried Whole Fish
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Al Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah
Planning details
Location
Al Bujairi Terrace, Diriyah · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Maiz, Notable alternative
- Villa Mamas, Notable alternative
- تكية - TAKYA, Saudi Arabian, Saudi Arabian
- Jareed Samhan, Notable alternative
- Medheef, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Long Chim compares in Riyadh
Choose Long Chim when the priority is a polished dinner in Diriyah with Michelin Plate recognition and a setting that suits visitors or a low-stress celebration. Maiz is the stronger pick if the brief is Saudi dining, while تكية - TAKYA is the clearer fit for diners who specifically want a Saudi Arabian restaurant rather than a broader destination-dining choice.
Villa Mamas is the more relaxed cross-shop for groups who want warmth and an easier social meal. Long Chim is better for a Diriyah-centered evening where the room and recognition matter; Villa Mamas is better when the meal needs to feel less formal and more flexible.
Jareed Samhan and Medheef make sense as alternatives when availability, group size, or location pushes the plan away from Al Bujairi Terrace. With no confirmed price tiers across the set, compare them first on neighborhood fit, occasion, and how strongly the group wants a Saudi-focused meal versus a polished destination dinner.
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Compare Long Chim
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Chim | Riyadh | , | Michelin Guide Saudi Arabia 20262026 Michelin Plate |
| Maiz | Riyadh | No published awards | , |
| Villa Mamas | Riyadh | 2026 Michelin Plate | , |
| تكية - TAKYA | Riyadh | Saudi Arabian | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| Jareed Samhan | Riyadh | No published awards | , |
| Medheef | Riyadh | No published awards | , |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Long Chim handle dietary restrictions?
If restrictions matter, contact the venue before booking and confirm what the kitchen can accommodate.
Is Long Chim good for a special occasion?
It can be a sensible special-occasion candidate if you want a Michelin Guide Saudi Arabia 2026 Plate restaurant in Riyadh with evening hours. The dress code is smart casual, and the venue is listed daily from 5 PM to 1 AM.
Can Long Chim accommodate groups?
For any group booking, contact Long Chim directly and confirm availability, timing, seating options, and any reservation requirements.
Is Long Chim good for solo dining?
If solo dining matters, check with the venue before going; the schedule is 5 PM to 1 AM daily.
What are alternatives to Long Chim in Riyadh?
For a broader set of Riyadh choices, compare Long Chim with Maiz, Villa Mamas, تكية - TAKYA, Jareed Samhan, and Medheef, depending on the style of dinner you want.
Is lunch or dinner better at Long Chim?
Dinner is the fit, since Long Chim in Riyadh is listed from 5 PM to 1 AM every day.
Can I eat at the bar at Long Chim?
Treat Long Chim as a dinner reservation first; if bar seating matters, ask the venue before going and check official channels for the latest details.
