Living in Dubai means that you have to sample its traditional, middle eastern Lebanese cuisine. From delectable Hummus which is a part of their mezze to exotic Falafels, sandwiches and grills, Dubai is a paradise for authentic Lebanese food. Famished tourists and residents need not look further as we give you a complete rundown on the best Lebanese joints in Dubai.
If you want Lebanese fine dining, then Al Nafoorah is the place to be in. Renowned for it's enchanting atmosphere, the place transports you back to another era. Enjoy the sumptuous flavours as you are entertained by belly dancers. Located in Dubai's award winning Jumeriah Emirates tower, the restaurant serves some delicious mixed grill platters and their kebabs are to die for. Their traditional Arabic cold cuts platter served with Lebanese hops are timeless and classic.
The sea side location of Ibn Al Bahr at Club Vista Mare serves some gourmet Lebanese food. A meal at Ibn Al Bahr takes you back to the pristine white shores of Lebanon. The breathtaking view of the blue sea, white sand and the exotic mezzes and grilled fish amidst your family and friends, makes this a truly unforgettable experience. The place is famous for its finger licking Moussaka, Hummus, Tabbouleh and Fattoush. Try their fresh catch of grillled squid and golden fried shrimps, prepared Lebanese style straight out from the ocean.
Al Safadi is a chain of restaurants that gives you excellent and original lebanese food. It is the place you would want to visit for a classic Levantine breakfast replete with scrambled eggs, Fateh and grilled Halloumi. A no frills, bustling restaurant, it's also famous for comfy patio serving Shisha. On a typical day you will see scores of youngsters, basketball and football players tucking into meaty Shawarmas and mountains of Tabbouleh. And if you still have some space, don't miss their exotic fruit juices.
Enjoy middle eastern hospitality at Na3 Na3. This place offers a very delicious blend of middle eastern flavours and home style cooking. The live cooking stations with aromas emanating of freshly baked bread are enough to whet your appetite and send it soaring. The ambience is warm, elegant and simple. Food is bountiful with theme nights all week specializing in halla night, seafood night and a very special Lebanese seafood brunch. A thoughtful add on is its children's buffet for people travelling with tiny tots, food that is suitably tailormade for your child's palate.
Some of the most ingenious and mind boggling varieties can be found at Levantine. Bite into the delicious spread as exotic belly dancers come astride and help you scour through the vast menu. The fried halloumi, spiced potatoes and the seafood grill are all the fallout of this restaurant's special chefs, who have painstakingly aced these delicacies to give you mouth watering preparations. The place offers you a pristine terrace seating or an indoors atmosphere, whichever strikes your fancy. So come revel in its truly satisfying service.
Ayamna in arabic means 'the good old days'. In the name's true spirit, it offers you a gastronomical feast of traditional Lebanese dishes that are deeply rooted in the annals of its history. As you savour each morsel, don't be surprised to be hit by a sudden feeling of deja vu as your childhood memories come to the fore. The reincarnated dishes are a special gift from its Head Chef Ali Al Bourji. Feast on the Lamb Brochette, Kofta, Shish Taouk, Arayes and Lamb Chops served with a Biswas salad veggies and spiced Lebanese chilli bread. Don't skip the desserts made from speciality ingredients like apricot nectar, assorted dry fruits and fresh cream. A place worth its weight in gold.
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