Lebanese food is one of the world’s healthiest cuisines. Packed with fresh vegetables and low-fat alternatives, it is nutritious as well as scrumptious. Afterall, the core food itens include lamb, fish, chicken, chickpeas, nuts, cheeses, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant etc. Common food options include hummus, tabbouleh, Kibbeh, Kata, Manakesh etc. all of which are healthy. So, if you are craving for a mouth-watering Manakish or a bowl of fantastic Fattoush, we’ve got your back. In this post, we’ve listed the best Lebanese restaurants in Dubai you should definitely try out.
Best Lebanese Restaurants in Dubai
Allo Beirut
The vibrant, colorful joint takes us back to the streets of Lebanon. Recently nominated for three categories in the prestigious BBC’s ‘Good Food – Middle East’, Allo Beirut can lift even a somber mood with its delectable dishes. Infact visitors even say that the restaurant serves authentic Lebanese Street Food exactly as you would experience it back in Beirut.
Hands down, they serve one of the best shawarmas in the city. Allo Beirut serves a full gamut of traditional Lebanese food in a tight, cheerful ambience despite the real estate. They don’t lie when they say ‘Best Street Food under One Roof.’
Location: Hessa Street, Al Barsha
Al Safadi
For those growing up in Dubai, Al Safadi is not just a restaurant. It is a Levantine emotion. The sleek and shiny grandeur has been satisfying the Emirati for more than two decades. Operating Five branches in Dubai, Al Safadi is custom-made for great times and eclectic Lebanese cuisine. Tangy chicken livers are fresh and succulent, and the Fish Sayadieh will make you scrape the bowl to get every last bite.
Location: Umm al Sheif, Rigga, Dubai Motor City, The Pointe Palm Jumeirah, Sheikh Zayed Road, Rigga
Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday: 8 am – 1 am
Reem Al Bawadi
A home away from home for those fancy Lebanese cuisine, Reem Al Bawadi is a laid-back, luxurious flagship restaurant. If plating and presenting could get an Oscar, Reem Al Bawadi would be there in the higher echelon. The food doesn’t play second fiddle either. With 16 locations across the Middle East, the power hitter Reem Al Bawadi serves the best Zaatar Manakish.
Location: Sheikh Zayed Road
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 8 am – 2 am
Leila
The classy, chic, and upscale restaurant, Leila is a budget choice for mouth-watering Lebanese food. Every bite brings you the flavor and memories of traditional Lebanese cooking coyly blended with modern twists. Operating out of three locations, Pesto Diced Veal is a must-try at Leila.
Location: Downtown Dubai
Ibn Albahr
Lebanese seafood and mezze wizard Ibn Albahr, is a Levantine hotshot. With a majestic view of the beach and a table full of grilled fish and mezzes, Ibn Albahr is a haven for seafood lovers.
Nominated for 4 categories in BBC’s ‘Good food – Middle East,’ Ibn Albahr is luxury at its best. It’s a magical restaurant to dine in the evening with your loved ones and savor traditional Lebanese cuisine.
Location: Palm Jumeirah
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 12 pm – 12 am
Karam Beirut
With more than 60 years of history behind Hummus and Fattoush, Karam Beirut is a dynamic combo of the best food at a fair price. Originating in the kitchen of the Karam family, the restaurant is serving authentic Levantine cuisine generations after generations. The interior blending the grand Arabesque architecture with minimal modern elements is refreshing to the eyes.
Location: Multiple
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 12 pm – 12 am
Phone no: Mall of Emirates: 04 341 2202
Phone no: Dubai Mall: 04 339 9789
Want to be on a diet without sacrificing the freedom of your taste buds? Lebanese cuisine should be one of your go-to. That said, food is an essential factor in Lebanese culture. They love to eat healthy food and share it with their loved ones. Visit the mentioned restaurants and experience the culture that makes a soulful impact on you.