The food was absolutely incredible. Growing up in the Middle East, I've always been on the lookout…read morefor truly good, home-style food, and this completely delivered. We ordered the Lahm b Ajeen w Jabneh, Zaatar w Jabneh, and the spicy chicken reinvented flatbread (which didn't even make it to a photo because we devoured it so fast). The texture, flavor, everything was spot on. The place itself is a small, cozy hole-in-the-wall with charming, authentic décor. The service was just as impressive, super quick, warm, and welcoming. I'd 100% recommend this spot without hesitation.

we came here near closing, so i'm assuming maybe it wasn't at its best, and i honestly feel kinda…read moreguilty writing this review. but i have to be honest about our experience. the food tasted really bland overall, especially the lahm bi ajeen. it didn't taste well seasoned at all and honestly tasted nothing like the versions i've had before. coming from LA, i feel like i've had a lot of really flavorful middle eastern food, so maybe my standards are higher. usually lahm bi ajeen has this rich savory flavor with warm spices, slight acidity, juicy meat, and a crispy thin crust that almost has a little char to it. this one felt flat flavor wise and the crust wasn't crispy or well baked. it lacked that depth and spice that makes the dish so addictive. maybe we just came at a bad time, but overall it was disappointing for us.

I visited this Lebanese restaurant for the first time, mainly because I wanted to find a place that…read moreserves halal meat for a friend. We went fairly late and found out that their last call was at 8:30 PM--something to keep in mind if you're planning a visit. Overall, I enjoyed the food profile, though the service could definitely be improved. It was challenging to get the server's attention, and some cutlery was missing until we asked for it. My friend and I shared the Mezza Sampler - Hot ($32), which included 2 falafel, 2 kibbeh, cauliflower, and halloumi fries. Each dish was quite good, but the highlight for me was definitely the fried cauliflower. It was served with tahini, tzatziki, and pita bread. I'd recommend this more for sharing, as it can get a bit greasy. Our other friends ordered the Lentil Soup (small - $5), served with bread crisps, and the Batata Narra ($10), which are potatoes in a tomato chilli sauce. They said both dishes were good, though the Batata Narra wasn't spicy at all.

Really great authentic Lebanese spot in Vancouver! Everything tastes super fresh, and the portions…read moreare generous. Loved the hummus and tabbouleh -- both packed with flavor and that bright, tangy freshness you want. The mixed grill was huge, definitely enough to share. Service was friendly and quick, and they were happy to adjust things to our preferences. Honestly, this might be one of the best Lebanese/Middle Eastern places in B.C. The menu focuses on real, sit-down dishes instead of the usual street food, which is a nice change. Clean, comfortable space -- overall a great find if you're craving authentic Lebanese

First tried ZwZ in Dubai years ago and I always wanted to go back. Was able to include a visit to…read moreBC. Worth the wait and journey. Very common Lebanese menu but better. The homemade pita is a big part of reason why. Wish the had a restaurant near me.

Checked out Zaatar W Zeit for a late weekday meal. It's a casual Mediterranean spot. They have a…read moresecond location out in West Vancouver. - Classic hummus ($6.49) - came with crackers. Hummus was dense - Yam fries ($8.99) - not crispy - Quinoa tabbouleh ($12.49) - prepackaged. Small portion, not worth the price tag - Halloumi cheese ($11.49) - bland - Green baked falafel ($13.49) - like how they spread the falafel out

We ordered a bunch of dishes to share…read more Lunch Plate Chicken: Grilled Mount Lehman chicken breast marinated in paprika, thyme, lemon [GF] Lunch Plate Lamb: lamb skewer. Grilled to perfection. [GF] Lunch Plate Prawns: Grilled to perfection with a spicy marinate Mjadra: Organic green lentils and rice with onions [VE+GF] Najib's Special: Crispy cauliflower tossed with lemon and sea salt, served with tahini. [VE+GF] Falafel Served with hummus, house salad, pickled cabbage, and organic brown rice, as well as pita, tahini, tzatziki, and hot sauce The shrimp were perfectly cooked. The cauliflower was delicious. The lamb skewers was a touch gamey for me. All of the sauces and dips were tasty, but the tzatziki was especially a favorite.

Loved the ambiance at this Nuba in Gastown. Definitely an authentic vibe going on here. We were…read morehere for lunch, so I don't know what the vibe is like in the evenings. It would have been nice to have some Arabic or oriental music playing in the background. Maybe also some rose saboun in the bathroom would have been nice!! (Ok I'm overdoing it...just sharing my two cents!) Overall food was good, but I think service could be improved. We ordered the cold mezze sampler platter for 3, and we were a party of 4 adults. The portion was good and everything was delicious. I'm GF, and they serve the dips with lettuce for free (or you can order a side of cucumbers for a small charge). The presentation was lovely. The only thing I didn't like was after a while all of the dips just get mushed together and you kinda don't know what you're eating anymore...Also we all loved the jalapeno hummus the most. We asked for arak and it wasn't served the right way...Our server forgot to bring an extra empty glass so that we can mix the arak with water (in the proportional way that we'd like). I asked for an empty glass for mixing in addition to another drinking glass because mine was broken (crack was big and the glass should be chucked out). Server forgot to get an empty mixing glass. We ordered a taouk pita wrap, but we got served a taouk platter instead. Anyhow she just wasn't very attentive. The mixed grill mezze platter was mostly yummy except for the kafta. All of us at the table couldn't have more than a bite of it. The meat was undercooked, and the taste of the lamb was too strong and off. Definitely didn't taste like the kafta we know. The chicken and the cauliflower were delicious. I'd be tempted to try Nuba at another location and sample other things off their menu. Happy eating!!

Amazing amazing place. Beautiful setting right in coal harbour, next to Stanley park, with…read moreexcellent, patient, warm wait staff and lovely jazz music playing the whole night. My wife and I came here for our anniversary dinner and we were delighted. We ordered the Chefs Special Sampler for 2 - basically giving us a sampler of everything on the menu for $90 per person. We were really really full and couldn't finish it all. Highlights: - Chickpea Fetteh: warm delightful mixture of ground meat, chickpea sauce, with soaked pita at the bottom and crispy stuff in it. It just explodes with flavour and texture. - dip sampler: the hummus and eggplant mutabbah were really good but that pocket pita bread was out of this world good. Even the tabbouleh was good and my wife normally hates that. - the lamb tartare was AMAZING. It was kneaded so soft that it was practically a paste. When you combine it with the nuts and red spicy sauce and eat it with bread the combo is winning. - grilled Kibbeh and regular kibbeh - both really delightful - the grilled meat plate was great. In particular the chicken with the garlic tahini was really flavourful. The kabob mushrooms and peppers on top of smoked baba ganoush was soo good. Loved the smoke flavour. They finished by serving us baklava sampler which was all really good. From start to finish this is an experience for the ages.

I'm a big fan of Lebanese food. We often have it for lunch. Because Yasma is only open for dinner,…read morewe lived here for a couple of years before we got around to trying it. But I'm sure glad we did. The flavors here are at a complexity level above any Lebanese food that I've had elsewhere. Even the common dishes, such as hummus, baba ghanoush, and tabbouleh, all contain ingredients and spices that make them stand out and add a terrific level of complexity. For example, the tabbouleh includes not just interesting seasonings but also pomegranate seeds. It was not the only dish that was served with the addition of pomegranate. There was also a delightfully spicy sauce that seemed to be comprised of both pomegranate and harissa. The chef's tasting menu is a terrific way to sample most of the dishes on the menu. Our favorites turned out to be most of the cold course dishes that were served in the first of three rounds. This included: - Hummus - Baba ghanoush - Tabbouleh - A spice tray with a selection of olives As you would expect from a high-end Lebanese restaurant, the pitas are perfectly puffed and delicate. The hot dishes included lamb and chicken and were served on the traditional garlic sauce. The tasting menu concluded with an assortment of bite-sized pieces of baklava. If there was one shortcoming, it was the wine list. The white wines seemed to be of a singular note, although they were offered from four different countries. Unfortunately, they were out of the French Chardonnay, so I might be inclined to bring my own bottle the next time, assuming they have a corkage fee.

Really enjoyed our time here! I have been wanting to try this place for awhile and it was the…read moreperfect spot to bring friends to! All the staff were SUPER friendly as they explained everything well, made sure we had everything we needed and even brought over a sample of the mocktail to try at the end. We got the feast for two and added on two plates for the four of us and there was a lot of food! It was great for us to all get to try all the different dishes. We really enjoyed it!

The beet dip and cauliflower are always my favorite. They are both so flavorful and tasty. The beet…read moredip has a bit of an acidic bite to it. The cauliflower is slightly sweet and acidic due to the molasses. The pita was also really good, especially with the dip. I thought it would be too dry for my liking, but it wasn't.

Went for dinner with a few colleagues and we shared a bunch of their cold & hot appetizers, got the…read morehummus, pomegrante & sumac Hummus, babaganoush, fried brussel sprouts on sumac hummus, najib's special cauliflower, fattoush salad and halloumi with pita bread. I ordered from their hot appy menu chicken shish tawook came with 2 skewers with avocado and hummus and it was great. Half the table ordered the sahlab which was steamed oat milk with rose water, cinnamon & agave, it was so satisfying and a pretty drink in a mug. It reminded me of the hot rose milk I used to drink growing up except used to drink regular milk as a kid. I hadn't been to Nuba in years and it hit all of various dietary restrictions, great meal, and service.

First time here. Just walked out the door and took our order to go instead. Great food, cute place,…read morebut absolutely horrible and bizarre service. The girl working at 4pm on 5/14/26 (long, black curly hair) provided horrible service, had the worst attitude, made a face and had a nasty tone when we asked for regular water instead of cucumber, stared at us the entire time we were waiting, and could hear her talking about us to the nighttime server who had just clocked in. Will not be back and can see why the restaurant was completely empty. Sad as this place seems to do well except for service.

Fresh, chewy pita bread served with six different dipping sauces -- such a great start to the meal!…read moreI ordered the Kafta + Kashkaval ($26.95), which is like a thin-crust pizza topped with seasoned meat and tomatoes. It was really good, and you can truly taste the freshness in every bite. I'd definitely love to come back and try another dish next time!

A great little gem in New Westminster. I would travel to another neighbourhood for this restaurant…read more Offers amazing Lebanese food and the on-site hand-made freshly baked bread is just heaven. Been here a few times and never disappoints. Service is excellent and the staff makes recommendations if we are ordering too little or too much (no way!!!). With a group of 4, we had grilled halloumi cheese, homemade pit with dips, chicken with rice, lamb shank with rice. More than enough to feed 4 hungry adults. Free side street parking. The restaurant gets busy for diner so suggest you come early (before 6pm) to avoid the line up.

Food is usually good here, but this place has suffered more from shrinkflation than any other…read moreVancouver restaurant I can think of. When I have a meal for two here and not just some appies, we're looking at $60 to $70 without drinks, before tax and tip. At the current price point, a full meal at Nuba is competing with Michelin star restaurants and other places aiming to hit the same level of quality. I liked this place a lot 5 years ago, but the combination of high prices and tiny portion sizes makes Nuba a pass for me nowadays. The food is still fairly good, but for the money, there are a lot of places I'd rather eat.

I recently had a chance to visit Nuba in Kitsalano for a friend birthday celebration. The place has…read morea great ambience especially for evening . Food is absolutely delicious. Enjoyed feast of dips with veg mezzo platter, falafel, halloumi cheese, fried cauliflower a bit tangy but nice, pita breads and garden falafel. Everything was fresh, hot , right level of spice . Service is quick as well . If you are looking to try Lebanese cuisine this is the place to be. It offers a lot of vegetarian options as well. They have good quantity as well in their servings. We stayed a bit late than the closing hour and the restaurant was very accommodating on that. I liked this one better than the one in gastown. Recommend it highly.

The venue is bright and colourful and was perfect for our work lunch. The menu was great for…read moresharing a bunch of items. We got the Fatu salad which had so many lovely tomatoes in it and we got the halloumi appetizer that was delicious! Then we shared the grilled Mesa platter for two which had such a nice election of lamb, chicken, shrimp, and they're really delicious cauliflower! Don't miss the cauliflower if you come here. The two people helping us with our food and drink were great at explaining things and very friendly and always around when you needed them. I would highly suggest this place and would definitely go again. I like that they have multiple locations. As a fun sidenote, if you'd like street art that area has a whole bunch of great street art around.

Little weird to start off arguing for a bigger table when I first go there. It was fairly empty and…read morestaff member wanted to seat us at a teeny-tiny table for two, "saving" the larger tables for "potential bigger groups". Ended up getting the table for four which was much more comfortable. It was still pretty empty by the time we left. Enjoyed the Vegetarian Mezze Sampler. Did not enjoy the crème brûlée which has a ... weird ... flavour and texture to it - like not quite sweet or firm enough. Baklava was a little disappointing. Expected crispier and sweeter pastry and this just wasn't doing it for me. I liked my wrap (to go) from the Gastown location. The light at this location is better. If I came by myself, I doubt I'd feel welcome to hang out here though - especially if I'm going to be shafted to an uncomfortably teeny tiny table squeezed between two larger tables.