Golden Rice

Saudi Arabia


Resembling a palace from the Aladdin movies, this huge restaurant is part of a growing trend of stylish Indian eateries that cater to a more refined customer. There is a family section and a smart single section here. The Indian staff speak English, and the standout dish is the tandoor-oven-cooked tawa fish biryani.


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