Im Lebanese and have family from Byblos. Believe me when it comes to Lebanese/Mediterranean cuisine I only rate the best.
In the last 5 years of living downtown This place is one of the best restaurants I have ever been too
The decor is simple and comfortable yet very appealing and nice on the eyes. The staff is extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the food and beverage items on their menus. Ask them for recommendations, YOU WILL NOT BE LET DOWN.
The service is polite and professional and timing is good considering everything is made fresh from scratch. Their sparkling water is also top draw!
Now for food. Where Do I begin. Simply unbelievable taste and great design/presentation. It certainly makes you take notice when it arrives at your table. I was sitting in a slumped position and immediately sat upright, taking notice if the food once it was brought to our table.
Everything is made properly all the way down to the tiniest ingredient and detail. We ordered 6 plates (labneh, dumplings, Snapper, Brussel Sprouts and Seared Cauliflower) and only ended up returning one (mjedara rice) because it was deemed by us and the chef as having too much cinnamon. No worries though as we were politely comped straight away no problem.
The manager was even nice enough to touch up on our table at the end to ask us how our dining experience was.
This place deserves 5 stars. However I will be giving it 4 because I feel like they could address two issues: 1) their sign on the outside is too small. It doesn't catch your eye immediately. It could use a rework. 2) It is customary in Lebanese/Mediterranean Class Fine Dining Cuisine to be presented with a parting gift on the house (pastry/dessert or fruit of some sort) upon the receipt of your bill. The portions themselves dont have to be generous as it is the thought/idea of the gift that counts.
But as it stand This place deserves a solid 4.5/5 Stars.
I HIGHLY recommend you check this place out if youre in the mood for Mediterranean cuisine and fine dining. Its pricey but you DEFINITELY get what you pay for.
Will be visiting again with family next time for sure. Cheers.