Where to find the best Lebanese food in Liverpool

Hafla Hafla is a much-loved Mediterranean restaurant, which started out in the Baltic Market serving up the famous loaded halloumi fries. These guys have now opened their own place in Lark Lane, where locals and visitors flock to enjoy some of the best Middle Eastern cuisine in Liverpool, including brunch, small plates, desserts and drinks. Hafla Hafla celebrates Lebanese cuisine with starters like smoked chilli babaganoush with pomegranate seeds and homemade hummus with amba and crispy chickpeas. It also serves up plenty of delicious small plates, including the house falafel with locally sourced veg. If you’re a fan of kebabs, then you will love Hafla Hafla’s open kebabs which come with homemade flavourful coleslaw. There are plenty of meat and veggie options including beef brisket with pomegranate BBQ sauce, oyster mushrooms with raz ketchup and Persian roast chicken.

Nestled right in the heart of Bold Street, Bakchich is your go-to spot for a taste of delicious Lebanese cuisine. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be greeted with the enticing aromas of freshly grilled kebabs and fragrant spices that will make you feel as though you’ve landed in the vibrant streets of Beirut. Bakchich prides itself on serving up an authentic Lebanese dining experience that captures the essence of this Middle Eastern cuisine. The menu is a true delight, offering a mouthwatering array of dishes, from tender shawarmas to creamy hummus and flavourful falafels. You should also try the hot and cold mezzes, which are perfect for sharing with friends.

Damas is a quaint Lebanese cafe, tucked away in Renshaw Street. Here, you can enjoy all the tastes of Lebanon, including the flavoursome hummus Beiruty, with tahini, parsley, chilli and lemon topped with olive oil. If you prefer hot mezze, you should try the crispy falafel with tahini and homemade bread. The Damas wraps and salads are also perfect for a quick lunch break. Choose from a range of wraps including chicken shawarma or grilled halloumi. For something lighter, try the fattoush or tabbouleh salad. If you love a savoury treat, you should try a fresh Damas pastry like the Fataye Damas special, which is a fluffy baked pastry filled with feta and spinach. If you’re more of a sweet lover, you should check out the freshly made desserts at Damas, which are always changing so you can enjoy the perfect sweet surprises.

Fattoush is probably the closest you’ll get to Lebanese culture in Liverpool, as it offers a completely authentic experience. At Fattoush, you can enjoy a mixture of both cold and hot mezze. Some favourites include the fattoush salad (of course), moutabal (baked aubergine), and hummus awarma with pita bread. If you prefer something more filling you should try the Lebanese “pizza” or fatayer, which is essentially homemade dough topped with cheese, veg and a range of meat, including a unique lamb recipe. Another Fattoush favourite are the kebabs, which are cooked to perfection on the grill. Meat eaters will also love the mixed grill, which includes chicken, shish and kofta kebabs, delicious lamb chops, bread, rice and chips. This can be shared by four people or you can opt for the smaller portion for two. Whichever you choose, you will walk away from Fattoush feeling full and satisfied.

Maray, a popular restaurant in Liverpool, has gained a reputation for its unique and tasty Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine that locals and visitors rave over. The menu boasts an array of mouthwatering Lebanese dishes, such as the fattoush salad served with delicious crisp bread and crispy falafel with tabbouleh and hummus. Maray has an amazing vegan menu filled with flavourful Lebanese food. The falafel share is a big hit with customers as it’s packed with flavour and everyone’s favourite Middle Eastern dishes can be found, like hummus and tabouleh. If you are looking for somewhere to enjoy a light lunch in the city centre, Maray is the perfect place. From 12pm to 4pm every day, you can get one mezze and two small plates for £17.50, which includes all the Maray favourites.