Nothing can bring you joy more than some good Lebanese food. This Levantine kitchen will take your taste buds on the perfect food adventure to uncover the heavenly flavors of the Middle Eastern cuisine.
You may not be able to visit the marvelous Beirut, but you sure can indulge in your favorite Lebanese meals while in Dubai. The luxurious city is known for combining an array of restaurants from all over the world, offering both fine dining and casual dining options. Visitors and residents can enjoy authentic Lebanese food at one of these restaurants:
Al-Safadi
If calm vibes and good food are what you are looking for, then Al-Safadi will be the perfect destination for you. You can head there for a filling breakfast consisting of hummus with meat and pine, grilled halloumi, eggs with tomato, and Fatteh with yogurt.
For a scrumptious lunch, you can start with appetizers like tabouleh, raw kibbe, and stuffed vine leaves. Moving to the main course, you can order stuffed chicken, fish Sayadiyeh, and an amazing shawarma platter.
Al Hallab
Another popular option when looking for a Lebanese restaurant in Dubai, Al Hallab features a traditional Lebanese menu comprising delicious options including Baalbakieh, chicken Kibbe, lamb chops, Arayes, and more.
And for those with a sweet tooth, Al Hallab offers a diverse Lebanese dessert menu. You can order Hallawet Algben, Maamoul Mad, Baklawah, and other treats that will keep you satisfied and boost your serotonin levels.
Beirut Bay
Dining with a view is certainly a treat, and no restaurant can combine both better than Beirut Bay at the Pointe. Overlooking the Arabian sea and the Palm Jumeirah, Beirut Bay is the definition of an exceptional dining experience.
For the perfect lunch, start with lentil soup and choose from many salad options such as Rocca beetroot, Rocca mushroom, and tabbouleh. Follow that with one of Beirut Bay’s palatable hot or cold mezzeh plates. And for the main dish, order grilled Sujok plate, Tawouk plate, Kafta plate, or whatever you feel like eating; Beirut Bay will never be out of options.
Al Nafoorah
Located at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Al Nafoorah is the place to visit if you are looking for a fine dining experience in Dubai. Panoramic views, live entertainment, and mouthwatering food are the things to expect when visiting Al Nafoorah. In other words, you are promised an ideal Middle Eastern dining experience that will leave you full and pleased.
For cold mezzeh, you can choose from Baba Ghanouj, beans cooked with olive oil (Lubia Bel Zeit), Moutabal, and others. As for hot mezzeh, you have many options including spicy potatoes (Batata Harra), chicken liver with pomegranate, grilled halloumi, and more.
In addition to cold and hot mezze and soups, you can order raw meat dishes, seafood, grilled chicken and meat, and desserts.
Al Mandaloun
Reflecting Arabian hospitality, Al Mandaloun stands in the heart of Dubai to deliver an unmatched Lebanese dining experience by combining relaxed and friendly atmospheres with authentic Lebanese flavors.
When dining at Al Mandaloun, you have the option to sit inside in a stylish and cozy food hall or choose to dine outdoor to enjoy your meal while overlooking DIFC’s waterfalls and gardens. The menu has all you can imagine from Lebanese delicacies, like freshly baked bread, hot and cold mezzeh, shawarma, raw meats, and assorted grilled meats.
After a satisfying meal at Al Mandaloun, you can sip on coffee or your favorite herbal tea while smoking shisha and enjoying Al Mandaloun’s calming vibes.