Beefbar — Restaurant in Municipality of Olaya

BeefBar - 27 July 2023

I did not experience the visceral reaction that my friend immediately displayed on his first bite of steak, but in the end BeefBar definitely let me down.

I expect a high degree of fat from a Wagyu cut of meat–this is indeed it's signature characteristic. Unfortunately, where I was most let down was in the decidedly muted flavor of this steak's fat. A 495SAR steak ought to slap me in the face with flavor with each bite, while I found BeefBar's offer to be rather muted and ultimately underwhelming. The potatoes I found reasonably tasty, but I found the lack of texture disturbing. The mash was frankly runny, not set.

For these reasons I agreed with my friend that the highlights of the meal were the wonderful kale salad and the refreshing Stella Artois.

BeefBar might have scored higher for me if they'd be willing to shave 100sar off the steak, but at this price point there is simply no wiggle room for imperfection.

Addendum:

Further discussion over breakfast encourages me to highlight a few additional points.

First, as my friend indicated above, the steak did not reach the table at an appropriate serving temperature. This is a critical fault for Wagyu steaks as the fat reads greasy on the pallet as it approaches room temperature.

Second, there was some inconsistency in cooking between the two steaks. My ribeye was noticeably thinner than my friend's and consequently the chefs were unable to serve medium rare as requested, with the steak approaching medium well in several places. The high far content prevented the meat from ever feeling dry, but this was another salient flaw. My friend's, by contrast, was a good bit thicker and cooked perfectly from center to edge.

The third point is a working thesis we've developed that is a bit more controversial. One thought that came to mind last night was that the muted and slightly odd/off flavor of the beef's fat might actually be down to the meat being old. Not aged, mind you, but old. I've experienced steaks in the past which I was certain took on a dull off flavor because the meat was simply past its prime. That may have been the case here. In addition, I experienced some digestive stress before bed which I put down to high total fat load (I've been on a low fat diet for months which may have created some sensitivity), but my companion also reports some discomfort through the night. These issues have resolved themselves this morning but are troubling...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Beefbar in Riyadh, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that set the stage for a fantastic meal The menu at Beefbar is a meat lover's paradise, offering a remarkable selection of high-quality beef cuts from around the world. I decided to try their signature dish, and I can confidently say it was one of the best steaks I've ever had. Cooked to perfection, the meat was incredibly tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. The attention to detail in the preparation and presentation truly showcased the chef's expertise What also impressed me was the variety of sides and sauces available. I opted for a couple of recommendations from the staff, and they did not disappoint! The truffle fries were simply divine, and the house-made sauces elevated the meal even further The service at Beefbar was exceptional. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve. They made excellent recommendations and ensured that my dining experience was nothing short of perfect To top it all off, the ambiance was stylish and modern, making it a great place for a special occasion or a night out with friends. I left Beefbar feeling satisfied and eager to return for another round of their incredible dishes If you’re in Riyadh and looking for an outstanding steakhouse that delivers on quality, flavor, and service, I wholeheartedly recommend Beefbar. It’s a true gem that every meat enthusiast...

Very disappointed with our experience. The food was average but the service was terrible. the staff themselves are nice people but there is clearly no organization and a lot of miss communication.

We ordered truffle fries and waited for over 40+ mins for it then we got told after asking about it multiple times that it’s not available. Which is weird since many tables around us have gotten there fries. Then another 15 min later a waiter came with the order after we asked for cancellation 🫤. We also asked to change tables after ordering dessert since our table was in the middle (there were many tables available and I have never been told ever you can’t change tables after ordering) but got told it’s not possible after ordering from 1 staff then our server came and asked if we were gonna change the table before putting the dessert after we got told we can’t change tables. For serving dessert we waited around 10mins before they remembered us and start cutting it. To be fair he told us he will wait for us to finish taking photos (which we did immediately) we finished and got our coffee too then way later they came and cut our dessert after our coffee started getting cold 😂.

I was so excited for today but after this experience no way I would come back. If you’re looking for real fine-dining you better look...