La Palma - Shaden Resort

Rating: 11
Author: Gault&Millau

Hail Street Alula 43515, Al Ula, Saudi Arabia

11/20
Gourmet Restaurant

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Location: AlUla
Cooking: International | Modern
Services: Accomodation, Disabled access, Takeaway, Terrace
Style: Brunch, Exceptional setting, With family, With friends

Gault&Millau's review 2026

11/20

Gourmet Restaurant

La Palma unfolds in the exceptional landscape of Shaden Resort, where AlUla’s mountains naturally elevate the dining experience. The room benefits from generous volumes and the presence of a beautiful central tree, with lighting that adds a touch of elegance to an otherwise relaxed, understated setting. The wide spacing between tables creates comfort and openness, reinforcing the calm, resort-like atmosphere. The menu follows a broad, family-friendly approach, offering Lebanese mezze, pizzas, burgers, grills and pastas. The Oriental Mezza plate brings together several classics in a way that is pleasant and accessible, with clean flavors and straightforward execution. The Shaden Burger delivers a satisfying bite, focusing on harmony and simplicity rather than technical showmanship. Presentations remain functional, centered on generosity and clarity. La Palma’s greatest strength lies in its remarkable environment, which naturally enhances the meal. With further alignment between the culinary approach, service rhythm and the exceptional setting, the restaurant could express an even stronger identity within the resort’s unique landscape.