If you are in the Eastern Province and feel like sampling the flavors of Italy without hopping on a plane, visit Il Figo at Khobar City Walk.
The first and only branch in the Kingdom opened last year and is a welcome spot for those hoping for breezy Mediterranean vibes that will transport your taste buds to the Amalfi coast.
Their drinks menu offers plenty of fresh mocktails, with variations including pomegranate and thyme, pineapple and cinnamon, watermelon and basil, and cucumber, mint and lime.
We ordered the Il Figo salad, which goes for SR45 ($12); it was small but tasty and refreshing, featuring fresh avocado, juicy tomatoes, crispy lettuce and shards of cheese spread throughout.
The crispy calamari is a fan favorite, as are the arancini bolognese, beef carpaccio and, of course, burrata and tomato salad. Truffle risotto is also very popular.
Just six months after opening in June last year, the eatery won the Saudi Food Show’s Masters of Pizza competition, so naturally, we had to try the pizza.
We ordered the pizza parmigiana, which contains slices of perfectly cooked eggplant with a cheesy bite that goes for SR80. It was delicious. They also have several other flavors, from the classics to more elaborate ones, including options for meat lovers.
We also tried the tiramisu for SR60, which we devoured. Next time, we plan to try the Amalfi lemon tart.
There are seating options outside on the terrace as well as indoor tables. They host small corporate or private parties as well.
They are open from 4 p.m. to midnight on weekdays and from 2 p.m. until 1 a.m. on weekends.
For updates and more information, check their Instagram @ilfigo.saudi.
