The Real
Google
I really like Haraz ,the atmosphere is beautiful and relaxing, making it a perfect spot to study or get some work done. The space feels inviting and well thought-out.
However, the coffee doesn’t live up to expectations. As a chef, I’m very particular about flavor and quality, and I look for perfection in food, coffee, and desserts. Given that Haraz is a Middle Eastern café and serves Saudi coffee with cardamom and saffron, I expected an authentic, rich taste. Unfortunately, it was watery, with only a faint hint of coffee, cardamom, and saffron.
I highly recommend the team take a traditional Saudi coffee course or even watch some reputable YouTube tutorials to capture the true depth and authenticity of the flavor.
The place itself is perfect , but it’s missing the soul of authentic Saudi coffee. ( assuming Turkish and other coffees are at the same quality level)
Also , I want to mention comparing to middle eastern cafe I went to it missing the Middle East cafe customers service style which is known for hospitality and welcoming. The customer service is okay but not close to any middle eastern cafe in the US or outside the US.