I ALWAYS come to Cedars whenever I come to Orlando....and when I lived in Orlando, was a regular! Hands down, the best authentic lebanese food you will get. The Kibbe Nayeh is delicious. Their fattoush is perfect. The pita bread straight out of the wood burning stove is worth the trip. This is as close to my tata's food as I can get and the service and ambiance make the whole thing a Top Stop. You won't regret anything you get...so go now! read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Kibbe Nayeh - Large - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Hassam was an Awesome server and gave us some great recommendations. We got the Vegetarian Platter, Salmon, Hummus, Chicken Pita Sandwiches, and Knafe for dessert. Indoor and Outdoor seating. Nice music playing in the background. Beautiful chill restaurant! Definitely will be back! read more

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This was a recommendation from my sister so I could get a warm-food-hug. They rose to the occasion. The staff was fantastic, the ambiance was classy and calm and the food was delicious. Worth the stop! read more

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We started with a four item cold appetizer platter. Very good. The fresh hit pita bread had great flavor and was a good vessel for the spreads on the appetizer platter. We ordered the chicken liver. A little heavy on the lemon flavor and created w little iron kind of taste. Ordered the lamb chops. A little crispy around the edges. We also ordered the mix grill. Veggies and rice were cold. Definitely not work the money. Especially when other restaurants in the area serve a plentiful platter. Service was ok. The decor is fitting for a Mediterranean style restaurant. See photo of the mix grill platter below. read more

Cedar's Restaurant - The mix grilled platter definitely not worth $30.00. Served with cold rice and veggies. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Love the warm and welcoming khubs served with hummus. Love the Turkish coffee and cozy yet chic ambiance! Friendly and courteous staff. Plenty of vegetarian options as well, thank you read more

What a lovely lunch spot on a weekday! We shared babaganouj to start. Two of us had the daily special, grape leaves (Mahashi Inab) and both relished in the subtle flavor in each morsel. Its sauce is delicate, so if you prefer a Greek style then order accordingly. Our other friend who loves chicken livers order them in the create your own combo. The CYOC is quite a deal with rice, vegetables, salad (or other side), and protein/main dish. Service was pleasant as always. We keep coming back after the many years since 2001. Delightful! read more

The speciality cocktails were good and the food was above average. I ordered the variety platter and it was enough for 2 people. The hummus didn't have a lot of flavor but I really enjoyed the tabbouleh, fatayer and falafel. They have lots of vegan and vegetarian options which is amazing so I'll be back to try a few other dishes. read more

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Was craving some middle eastern food and decided to Uber Eats from cedar's to my hotel . I ordered two things - 1) arrayes which were good , the beef tasted great and it had just the right seasoning (4/5) and the fatayer which were also yummy with fresh fillings (3.9/5) . I did ask for utensils which unfortunately I did not get . All together it was pretty good read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Fatayer - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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This may be the best little hidden restaurant on Restaurant Row! I was welcomed warmly when I entered despite the near full dining room. I chose the Magical Dining menu and for my appetizer I opted for the safiha, little Lebanese meat pies full of spices- super yummy. For my main I chose the lamb chops which came with veggies (I asked for them to hold the carrots) and white rice. These were by far the most flavorful veggies I've ever had- the lamb chops were tasty but the veggies were the star for sure! I chose the baklava for my dessert and it wasn't as sweet as other ones I've had from Turkish restaurants. Originally my rice didn't come out with my dish but I simply asked the manager and he brought it right over. read more

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The dishes were very good. We had an early dinner and everyone enjoyed themselves. We made reservations however we were seated very quickly and got there before most of the dinner rush which was nice. I do believe we missed some entertainment tho which would have made the visit even better. Cheers. read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The appetizers were okay but the entree and dessert was absolutely amazing and full of flavor . Went on a rainy day did not have to wait long for a table or for the food . The servers were very nice and welcoming . The ambiance was good . read more

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This is literally one of my favorites to eat at for some authentic Lebanese food. I do drive an hour and a half one way to eat here. When you walk in it's definitely got the Mediterranean vibe and look. We were sat immediately and greeted with a smile. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We chose outdoor this time. Our server was a female and I didn't get her name but she was amazing. For our appetizers we got kibeh naye I might of butched that spelling lol. Anyways it's raw meat, lamb I believe, ground up super fine and like a paste with the MOST AMAZING spices. You would never know it was raw unless someone told you, and I paired this with tabouleh it's like a Lebanese salad made with tomatoes parsley and onion and of course some more yummy spices. All of it was just superb as always. As our main dish we got the mixed grills which is beef lamb and chicken served with rice and mixed vegetables. And it was to die for!! Meat was so tender and flavorful. And to finish we had some cheese dessert that is fried topped with a simple syrup. It was good as well. Over all I just love this place and all their food. Oh I also forgot to mention all their pita bread is fresh made to order. It's a must go I promise you won't be disappointed read more

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Doesnt taste Lebanese at all! Food tasted weird but service is good! Its more like the chef's special recipes than Lebanese or mideastern cuisine. read more

My family and I used to came often since it's family owned and so cute but this last visit was not what we were expecting.. while there aren't many places in Orlando that offer entertainment, dining and hookah.. we will definitely contemplate coming back again. The only server that was nice to us were our own who was stretched between various tables. The "team work" was nonexistent and the managers were a little rude.. read more

I have updated my review, the food was exceptional as always.. This time we had the server Jordan, she was amazing so attentive and kind. She works on Saturdays and is great, we will be requesting her next time. Because of her exceptional service I have upgraded my review an extra Star!! This restaurant is a must try! The cedars chicken is so good and you really can't anywhere else, ask for the garlic sauce and eat together! read more

Food was okay, the meats could use a little more seasoning or a sauce to go with it. Service was great. Restaurant was nice and clean as well. Home vibe read more

This is my second time and and food is so good every time. The smoked eggplant is amazing. I even ordered second order to go for later. The grilled shrimp is also my fav thing as well. The service is also very good. They are nice and prompt. I don't live in the area but when I'm in town, I'll be back. read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Smoked eggplant and met pies - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I realized it has been ten years since I've left a review of Cedar's on Yelp! Blissfully, nothing has changed. It's still the best Middle Eastern food in Orlando. In fact, I've traveled the world and have yet to find better. The hummus and tabbouleh and baba ganoush can't be beat. The falafel is never greasy, and the pitas are baked fresh and replenished multiple times during your meal. Service is always friendly, and you can tell they are really happy for your business. Perfection. read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Interior - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The atmosphere is Okay, unfortunately we had a dead fly in our food. Not Okay. They have to be more careful about their cleanliness, this is unacceptable in the food industry read more

Been craving Lebanese for awhile and was recommended this place. The food was amazing! I haven't had grape leaves in a long time and as soon as I took the first bite I was immediately taken back to my grandmothers house. Our waitress was also so sweet and attentive. We even got to speak to the owner who was so fun to chat with. I will definitely be back! read more

It was Christmas. Where to go? Asian? No Lebanese. Reservations were booked on Open Table. Cedars' wasn't busy when we arrived, but patrons began to arrive later. Service was slow at first. The server was not very attentive. The food was outstanding. Two people had the rack of lamb. They pronounced the lamb as "the best." Other orders were salmon, kabobs & vegetable platter. read more

This has been a favorite of ours for a long time yet I have not been since prior to COVID! If I want some good Mediterranean food this was the only place I would go! It is cheap no but it is worth every dime for the flavorful Lebanese food it's authentic! The service is as you would expect they are attentive but also leave you to enjoy your good and take your time the Mediterranean way savor good food and good company take your time and eat! The ambiance is very lively yet relaxed Monday night and the place was pretty full not the usual for most restaurants. Hubby and I paid $116 not overly expensive for what we ate plus 2 beer and a glass of wine. This is a five star experience we moved away from the rat race of Orlando to north west Florida our first visit to see our grown kids and we had to come here! read more

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Five stars luxury Lebanese Cusine. The food is phenomenal, the staff is friendly. Everything is home made. The meat is the best money can buy in Orlando. You just feel you are in Beirut. Thank you all really. Thank you Sam, Bernard, Joseph and Samy. You recreated the perfect Lebanese experience in Orlando. read more

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This restaurant has the most excellent Lebanese food and service. If you have the opportunity and want to experience a good time and entertainment, try to go on Saturdays. Here, you can enjoy great music in a show that will leave you astonished and encourage you to keep coming. The owner will also come and greet you, providing you with excellent service! The best is that you won't know he was the owner until the. End. Which makes him so committed and humble. The dishes are delicious, and they have a great variety. I will encourage you to allow them to indulge you and make your money worthwhile, providing you with an exquisite experience. Thank you Cedars read more

This family-own restaurant is our to-go choice when we want to have Lebanese food. Our favorite is the vegetarian platter! Staff is very friendly. There is plenty of parking spaces right in front of the restaurant and it is wheelchair accessible. They have a belly-dancer I believe once a week for dinner. We prefer to go for lunch when the restaurant is not crowded. read more

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We absolutely love finding Cedar's. They are absolutely wonderful. Everything is so fresh and tasty. The restaurant is impeccably clean and the staff is five star. Return from my second time this afternoon... love it! The outdoor seating is really wonderful as well . read more

I can't say enough about how wonderful this place is. From being greeted by a friendly smile upon arriving, to the wonderful attentive waiter (Sam) , and the delicious food; we will 100% be returning!! The chicken and hummus were some of the best I have had at a middle eastern restaurant!! read more

Two stars for great dessert! This was my first time there and there was absolutely no one inside when I arrived. There were a few people outside, but it is a smoking area so that may be why. I arrived during happy hour (no clue they had one) and was waiting for a friend. The server that sat me, didn't even ask me if I wanted something to drink while I was waiting and disappeared to the bar area. He waited until my friend got there and then came over, when he had time, even though the restaurant was completely empty. We ordered the french fries, come to find out that they are fried and then sautéed, they tasted a little undone to us so we asked for a new one. Apparently, that just set him off for the evening. It was angry service from there on out. We ordered bread and the cold appetizer plate, which was delicious. Unfortunately, I had to send that back as well because there was a hair near the hummus. Of course, that irritated him even more. I asked for new plates and he brought two for us and I had to ask for water multiple times. The new plate that he brought over was dirty and I had to grab a new one from another table. I was not sure why they even had plates sitting out due to the Covid situation. I even blew a hair off of that plate as well and he was rude about it when he came back by. Not sure if he was having a bad day or if he doesn't know what customer service is. Anyhow, the food was good. We ordered a spinach pie, falafel and a salad. The salad had a very interesting dressing on it. It was very flavorful yet it did not seem that it had many calories. The dessert was the complete highlight for me. The knafe was the best knafe I had ever had! It had a wonderful rose flavored syrup and the cheese was gooey and it was hot. Randomly, Sergio took over for our table and was really nice and kind. Overall, if you don't pay as much attention to your plates as I do, you will probably enjoy yourself here. Also, this was very disturbing to me that there was a ceiling tile that looked very scary. Not sure what happened there. Great knafe though! read more

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This was our first visit and we loved it! We mentioned to our server, Nora, that it was first time and explained the items and made excellent suggestions. We shared the vegetable platter and the mixed grill and it was a lot of food. We persevered and ate it all! Thanks Nora! We will back!! read more

One of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants in the area, I always take any family or friends that come to visit us to this restaurant

Amazing dish, Cedars chicken. The sampler platter was also excellent, and there was a wedding going on at the same time so there was a lot of great culture to watch while we ate on the patio. read more

Hands-down, one of the top spots in Orlando for authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Definitely on the more expensive side compared to similar restaurants, but you can rest assure that the food is going to be amazing. Can't go wrong with the mixed grill! read more

Many GF choices and the menu is clearly marked! I have eaten here many times and feel safe that it's GF. This is a family business and the food is delicious, healthy, and from scratch. No fake food here. All of the traditional appetizers, Kabobs, Fish, and my favorite marinated Cornish Hen! Excellent attentive service. Outdoor patio and softly lit comfortable dining room. read more

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FoodieIQ Scores: - Fatayer (spinach pies) = 5.2/10 (Okay!) - Cheese rolls = 5.1/10 (Okay!) - Bemieh (lamb stew with rice) = 3.4/10 (Meh!) I've never had Lebanese food before so I figured I'd check out this place because I heard great things and I enjoy Mediterranean food. My favorite out of the 3 dishes was the fatayer. This spinach pie is a little unique because of the addition of walnuts but even with that it tasted average to me. The cheese rolls are basically their version of mozzarella sticks. To me, the key is always the cheese and this one didn't taste special to me. It wasn't great and it wasn't bad so I gave it an average score. I'm a big lamb fan so when I saw the lamb stew I knew I had to order it. The lamb was cooked well and I enjoyed the meat but the sauce just wasn't for me. The spices weren't bad but my taste buds just didn't enjoy them and is the reason for the low score. Overall, the restaurant looked nice and the service was on point but my taste buds just didn't enjoy the spices on the food. I don't want this review to discourage you from going because I don't believe it's a food quality issue. It's more of a my taste buds just didn't like it. read more

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This was our first time at Cedar's Restaurant. We came here for lunch and both ordered a vegetarian platter with Tabbouleh, Hummus, Baba Ghanouj, Spinach Pie, and Falafel. It was delicious, tasted fresh, and the Lebanese bread served with it fresh from the oven. We would order the same dish again although next time we will share and get a soup or another dish to share. The service was kind, attentive and good. We sat outside because of covid, unfortunately someone was smoking a cigar. We were able to keep enough space between the smoker and ourselves but it took a star off my review. read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Vegetarian platter: Hummus, Baba Ghanouj, Tabbouleh, Falafel and spinach pie - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Came here on a whim. Tried numerous things everything was amazing. So fresh you leave full but a good full. The service was great and he guided us through the menu since it was our first time. Hope you get a chance to experience this place . read more

Lebanese food served at its best. I've introduced many friends and family to this local restaurant and every so often I'll have one of them (especially the out of town ones) ask if we can stop by there for a quick lunch when they're nearby. The servers are awesome and the food is all seasoned VERY well. Everything tastes so fresh and they spoil me with their house bread (at least that's what I tell myself - LOL). It's complimentary fresh baked bread. I've tried so many dishes here and can't make a decision on what is my favorite. I recommend the kabobs, the marinated chicken, hummus with meat, and also their vegetables. I can eat a plate of just their vegetables!! Now that they participate in food delivery services in town, I find myself ordering from them more and more. They are a weekly choice for dinner in my household! read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Inside Dining area - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Ordered food to go. Shawarma wrap, chicken wrap, hummus with meat, and cheese sticks. Everything was really good. We have ordered from here several times and the food has been delicious. We have always done take out so I do not know about dine in service. read more

If you have a party of 10 or more then this is the place for you to receive the best service. It took over an hour to get food. My waitress did not check on me. Owner and other staff was busy catering to the party of 21. I may not be dropping 2k+ but if you're going to treat me like a discounted guest then I should pay discount prices. Watched a table not get cleaned for over and hour. I then once I got the food I waited another hour just for the check. After two hours of waiting i was about to walk out with out paying read more

The atmosphere is great in here for a romantic date. Seating takes a border-line longer than it needs to be and their table service is non existent without you requesting anything while they are passing by your table. The food and presentation is excellent and delicious. The only difference I see is in the quality of their "Freshly Baked" Pitta bread - They do not serve the ones you see in the oven but the ones that are pre-prepared and kept under a heat-lamp. This makes them crunchy and dried out (a far cry from soft, steaming and fresh ones they are known for) I would still recommend this place for a romantic date :-) read more

Cedar's Restaurant - Freshly baked Pita Bread - Middle Eastern Near Me - Orlando, Florida