Ayabella

5 months ago

"As someone who enjoys discovering authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, I was genuinely looking forward to visiting this restaurant. Unfortunately, what I encountered went far beyond food preferences. Upon entering — visibly veiled — I was addressed without a greeting or a smile. Instead, I was met with a firm: “We don’t serve halal here.” I hadn’t even asked about halal meat. I had not yet spoken. I was then told that all dishes, including vegetarian ones, are prepared with pork fat, and was abruptly advised to “go up the street where someone else will serve you.” This interaction left a lasting impression — not because of the menu limitations, which are absolutely the restaurant’s choice — but because of the immediate assumptions made about me based solely on my appearance. I felt not just unwelcome, but prejudged and dismissed, as if my presence was inconvenient. After speaking with others from my community, I’ve learned that this experience is not unique. There seems to be a pattern of behavior that makes those who are visibly religious, particularly women who wear a headscarf, feel out of place. To be clear: this is not a space that feels inclusive — neither for Muslims, nor for those seeking vegetarian options, nor for individuals who simply expect to be received with basic respect."

Z Ja

6 months ago

"We had dinner there twice while visiting Aix for two days.  As customers who know Lebanese food extremely well, we can say that the food at this restaurant is simply exceptional and very authentic.  Every dish we tried was outstanding, fresh, and delectably delicious.  Each dish had a unique and exquisite taste.  This is one of the very best Lebanese restaurants we have eaten at anywhere. The service was also fantastic provided by Julian.  Nano, the manager, make sure that everything is run perfectly."

Jonas Haas

7 months ago

"For the vegetarians: First of all you pay the same price as the meat lovers. Second food is okay but not worth the money of 20 Euro p.P. and you just get the same plates with slightly bigger portions. Summary: It is a bit underwhelming if you order the vegetarian mezze for two."

Keith Russo

a year ago

"From an American abroad: This family owned restaurant is located off the beaten path from the touristy restaurants in a quaint little piazza not far from La Rotonde. We had the Mezze Delices. It is a sampling of Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine. It's the best of this type I have had. The two owners were attentive and did their best to communicate what the food was even though they don't speak English. It's okay because you know most of these foods if you know Mediterranean food: hummus, stuffed grape leaf, bhaba ganoush, etc. but they have never been this good. The viande and chicken kabobs were delicious and worth upgrading from the Mezze gourmand if you are a carnivore. Well worth the 30 euro because it fed two people."

Alex Bayeh

3 years ago

"The food was fantastic and full of flavor, and the atmosphere was great."