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What to get
Enjoy a variety of flavorful mezze and main dishes that showcase Mediterranean traditions. The cocktails are particularly interesting and delicious, and the kitchen ensures plenty of fresh bread is available to accompany the dishes.food_potoo
What's the vibe
The long, high, and glowing dining room creates a lively atmosphere, though it can be "SO loud in the main dining room" that conversation is difficult during peak hours. Expect a buzzing, energetic crowd.ambiance
What people are saying
Patrons highlight the incredible flavors of the food and the interesting, delicious cocktail selection. The atmosphere is noted for being gorgeous and well-suited for dining without excessive noise.reviews_potoo
Details
About
Chef Philippe Massoud's concept was to revive and bring ancient Lebanese cuisine to a public who hadn’t properly experienced it, drawing on three generations of family stories and 100 years of outstanding hospitality. He was inspired to introduce New Yorkers to authentic Lebanese-Mediterranean food after finding store-bought hummus and pita pockets to be poor representations of the real thing.story