Khayal Restaurant — Restaurant in Makkah Region

I have repeatedly visited the Khayal Restaurant Jeddah with my family last night on 20th May, 21. It is worth sharing that all my bad observations from last visit were found eliminated this time. Very well maintained ambiance and very good table service this time. Also crowd management because of Corona was found really good. I really appreciate the improvement. Very good. Whole order was served all together. Taste was usually good. It looks that the owner or management is keenly observing the comments and reviews and also performing thier self assesment and self improvement audits. I am happy to find good changes. I feel my duty to share good things as a must not only doing criticism. That's the reason i am adding these of my new comments and also increasing the Star rating to be 4.

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I have been a lover of Khayal Restaurant since times but this time today on Tuesday, 01-Dec-2020 I really got disappointed of Amir Sultan Road Branch, Jeddah. The reasons are; Bad table service. Waiter brought starter sauces on the table but did not brought the bread even after telling him for many times. Later he brought the bread after so long. Broken order was placed. I ordered 04 items. Waiters served 01 item at first. All of us finished that one partial order immediately and then me and my guest had to wait a lot for remaining 03 items. I was really feeling ashamed that moment in front of my guests. Garlic mayonnaise sauce was was giving a bad smell like it was kept for so long without refrigeration. Taste abd qusality of Pistachio Kabab was not as it was before. That was below standard. Air-conditioning was noticeably so bad. Ambiance was hot. Restaurant was really too crowded. We had to get the table for around more than half an hour. I think because of being very famous, restaurant has become so crowded and that is the reason it had lost it's class and legacy or it is loosing that day by day. If it remains so, i will never again through away my around 500 Saudi Riyals for 05 persons like this. Just because food was still reasonable, I am giving rating of 03 out of 05 stars. Otherwise i should have given...

Khayal: Arabic Fusion Delight

recently had the pleasure of dining at Khayal, and I must say, it's a restaurant that excels in providing impeccable service and efficiency. Unfortunately we were left hanging for some time to be seated. However this was made up by the service provided by the table staff. Khayal offers a diverse menu, it's important to note that the cuisine isn't strictly Turkish, but rather a fusion of various Arabic influences.

For starters, I ordered the Mixed Meze Platter, and it was a delightful treat. The combination of flavors and textures was a true feast for the senses. Moving on to the main course, I opted for the Mixed Platter, which included delectable Kibbeh, samosas, and a variety of grilled items. Among them, the beef awsal and the cheesy kebabs stood out as particularly outstanding. The Grilled Eggplant was cooked to perfection, and its taste was simply superb. What truly impressed me was the presentation of the dishes, as each one was visually appealing and well thought out. Overall, my experience with the food was enjoyable, though it's worth mentioning that the spice level was relatively low.

We tried the Baklawa with Ice Cream. While it was decent, the true star was the soft Kunafah topped with coarse Kunafah and ice cream. The combination of textures and flavors was simply scrumptious. To top it all off, the complementary tea provided was a perfect 10 out of 10.

In terms of rating, Khayal is 8.5 out of 10. The restaurant excels in service and efficiency, and their mixed platters and grilled items are truly delightful. However, the lack of authentic Turkish flavors might disappoint those seeking a more traditional culinary experience. Nevertheless, Khayal offers a unique fusion of Arabic cuisines, making it an intriguing choice for those looking to explore...

The restaurant's decor was impressive and would catch your attention almost immediately. There's no reservation scheme and you could be in for a wait if you are visiting around dinner time on weekends. The staff at the reservation table seemed to be oblivious of the restaurant layout but if you spot an empty table matching your seating requirements, better direct them to the table on your own as chances are that they haven't spotted it yet. The service is quick and the waiters are efficient in their task. They start you off with complementary sides and offer garlic sauce, bread, and vinegar dipped salad. The bread is soft and tastes good, while the garlic sauce just alright. Iskendar and Mix Grill are pretty decent and would be good options for your main course. The highlight of the night would be the meter long kebab which looks and tastes amazing. Would not recommend the steak as it was very contrary to expectation. The kunefe was one of the best things on the dessert menu. It was very different to kunafe you find in other places. The creamy and crunchy bites of kunefe were simpy mesmerising and made our day. The restaurant offered complementary Turkish tea which a very friendly gesture on their part. Overall it was a good place...