Today marks a significant moment for Riyadh’s hospitality landscape as Tonic Bar officially opens its doors at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Riyadh. This isn’t simply a new venue, it’s a carefully conceived space that reflects the city’s forward-looking energy. A destination shaped not by trends, but by thoughtful intent and quiet confidence.
From the beginning, the vision was clear, to introduce something Riyadh hadn’t yet seen. A refined bar experience that feels modern, poised, and attuned to the rhythm of the city’s evolution. The result is Tonic Bar, a space that belongs not only to the present, but to the future of Riyadh.
Designed by the acclaimed HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates, the interiors are sophisticated yet understated. A striking half-moon bar beneath a gold-trimmed canopy anchors the space, with clean lines and purposeful detailing throughout. It’s a design that speaks softly but says everything.
The drinks menu echoes the same ethos. Signature alcohol-free tonics are crafted in-house, each one flavourful and refined. Saudi coffee is given the respect it deserves through elevated barista-led creations, technique-forward, but always accessible. Every detail, from drink to dish, honours craftsmanship and elegance.
Yet what truly sets Tonic Bar apart is the team behind it. In a landmark moment for the Kingdom, this is Saudi Arabia’s first all-female bar team. It’s a powerful step forward, but more than that, their presence behind the bar is defined by grace, precision, and quiet leadership. What they bring each evening is a masterclass in service, measured, poised, and deeply inspiring.
Tonic Bar is more than a bar. It’s a symbol of progress, sophistication, and purpose, a welcome new chapter in Riyadh’s unfolding story.
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