Aroya offers sneak peek at dining venuesAroya offers sneak peek at dining venues

Aroya Cruises shared a glimpse of the dining experiences available on board its first ship, Aroya.

The vessel will offer a total of 12 restaurants, including eight specialty restaurants, and 17 lounges and cafes which will cater to a variety of tastes and culinary interests. 

The cruise line has also revealed the restaurants and lounges which are exclusive to passengers who select its luxury Khuzama experience. 

Restaurants:

Irth

The first Saudi restaurant at sea, Irth, will combine flavours and dishes from across Saudi to create a dining feast for the senses. Local products are used throughout the menu, and diners can expect to enjoy traditional Saudi sharing dishes such as jareesh, haneeth and saleeg, as well as local breads, Saudi coffee and cold drinks including lemon juice with Habaq, Medinah’s traditional dry mint. 

La Tavola

Speciality Italian restaurant, La Tavola, will transport passengers to a traditional trattoria with flavours, sounds and smells that reflect the gastronomical hub. Its menu will include artisan pastas, hearty risottos and fresh salads, alongside mouthwatering desserts. A highlight of the venue is its hydroponic herb garden, where herbs are grown on-board and used in La Tavola’s savoury dishes, including its freshly made pasta.

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La Tavola (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)

The Fish Market

The Fish Market is the ship’s speciality seafood restaurant, offering fresh fish sourced locally and sustainably. Local catches, such as najel, hamour, harid and shaour, will be on offer. Different service levels are available, including Guéridon and silver service for diners looking to elevate their experience, as well as interactive colouring packages to keep youngsters occupied. 

The Fish Market (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)

Space Diner

American cuisine meets space exploration at the interactive Space Diner. Interiors showcase retro art inspired by the Saudi Space Agency’s Human Space Flight Programme, with vibrant colours and a geometric design throughout. Fun for all the family, Space Diner will serve American fast food, such as astro-burger sliders and meteorite mac ‘n’ cheese, alongside specialty milkshakes inspired by the textures and colours of outer space. 

Space Diner (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)

Bamboo Kitchen

Bamboo Kitchen, Aroya’s signature Asian restaurant, will take guests on a culinary journey with authentic dishes from China, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Korea. The contemporary restaurant will be sleek in design, with spaces for live cooking displays, including teppanyaki, by world-class chefs. From Vietnamese pho and Chinese Peking duck, to Thailand’s fiery Tom Yum soup and Japanese sushi rolls, the menu at Bamboo Kitchen will showcase the rich culinary heritage of Asia’s most vibrant destinations.

Bamboo Kitchen (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)

Lounges & Cafes

Al Matal Lounge

The Al Matal Lounge will be an all-day venue floor-to-ceiling windows offering ocean views. The walls are adorned with contemporary artwork whilst comfortable sofas make it equipped for relaxing from sunrise to sunset. Passengers can enjoy traditional Saudi, Moroccan, Turkish and English teas alongside freshly baked pastries, or head to the dedicated indoor terrace for shisha. 

Al Matal Lounge (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)

Legends Sports Lounge

Legends Sports Lounge, whose walls are lined with sports memorabilia, will stream sports from around the world across its multiple TV screens. On the menu will be quick bites across US and Arabian cuisine, such as nachos, slides and mezze platters, and for shisha fans, Legends Sports Lounge will be home to the first charcoal shishas on board a cruise ship. 

Legends Sports Lounge (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)

Khuzama Dining

Khuzama Restaurant

Exclusive to guests who book Aroya’s luxury Khuzama experience, the Khuzama Restaurant offers an elegant dining experience in a sophisticated setting. Bringing together the ingredients and cooking styles of both Saudi and French cuisine, the elevated menu rotates every seven days to give passengers a diverse range of flavourful, fusion dishes. The warm interiors and low lighting will be accompanied with live performances from musicians to create a relaxing yet refined atmosphere.

Khuzama Restaurant (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)

 Khuzama Lounge

Another exclusive offering for Khuzama guests is the Khuzama Lounge, a 24/7 space for VIP travellers to unwind and relax. Serving light bites and sweet treats, the regularly changing menu reflects local and international cuisine, including Spanish tapas and French pastries. The upscale dining is paired with live music to create a cosy yet luxurious atmosphere that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. 

Khuzama Lounge (PHOTO: AROYA CRUISES)