At Khobar City Walk, OBAO’s distinct orange decor with opulent accents stands out amid a cluster of other eateries.
The Kingdom’s only branch opened two years ago, and the restaurant pays homage to Alkhobar’s vibrant gastronomy heritage by taking you on an eclectic culinary journey with each plate.
We ordered one of their signature dishes, the American crunch salad, with fresh greens, perfectly charred corn bits, kidney beans and a thoughtfully layered hill of crushed nachos on a plate that was packed with flavor and textures — all perfectly balanced and drizzled with their homemade ranch dressing. We rate it as one of the best salads in the area, and for SR 49 ($13), it was well worth the price.
We also ordered the sweet potato fries, which were well-seasoned and felt plentiful. But the best bite was from the chicken bao. At SR 42 for two buns, it was delicious with its pillow-soft dough baked in-house and a great portion of filling in between. They also have a variety of meats and pasta dishes that are wildly popular.
We really loved their theatrical signature nishikigoi drink, which comes with a temporary clear bubble atop the glass that bursts into a plume of smoke. It was a fun conversational beverage that tasted decent enough, but it was more for those wishing to capture it on video for social media posts.
They also offer a variety of desserts, coffees, and mocktails.
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