Amar's flavors genuinely reminded me of Jamaican food--bold yet balanced, layered with comfort and…read moredepth. This is a casual Lebanese spot, but the food feels thoughtful and intentional. Everything we ate was fresh, authentic, and well-composed in both flavor and texture. After the meal, I felt light and satisfied, not overly stuffed.
We visited for Sunday dinner and shared several items. Upon entering, we were warmly greeted by Diana and Janet, who were attentive with service and kept the tables cleared throughout our visit.
The interior is small but thoughtfully laid out, with good use of space and intimate tables. The partially open kitchen allows you to observe the food prep and the wood-fired oven, which adds to the experience. There's also a self-service kiosk for quick checkout, along with a grab-and-go section with sweets, sides, and pops. They do offer limited outdoor seating, though on busy days it can feel a bit cumbersome, as there's frequent foot traffic passing by.
If you order just one item, make it the Beef Shawarma Mix Bowl. Ours had a base of hummus and Lebanese rice, topped with beef shawarma, tomato-cucumber salad, parsley, sumac onions, and tahini. The portion may look small, but it's very filling and well worth the price. The meat was tender and well-seasoned--a true kaleidoscope of flavors coming together in a perfectly balanced bowl.
For fry lovers, the Chicken Shawarma Sandwich is a must. The fries inside, paired with the garlic toum whip, worked beautifully. I'm not usually a pickle fan, but this sandwich may have converted me.
Tip: if you're ordering both, start with the sandwich. We began with the bowl, and while the sandwich was excellent, the bowl's balance of flavors slightly overshadowed it.
The Lahmbajein, their Lebanese flatbread baked in the wood-fired oven, was another surprisingly good option. Light with crisp edges, topped with spicy ground beef, tomato, onion, and pine nuts, then finished with pomegranate molasses. The spice leans toward flavor than heat, and the sweet-savory balance left a lingering impression.
The Tahini Caesar Salad was fresh and crunchy, topped with halloumi cheese, which elevated it beyond a typical salad, though I'll admit, I am a cheese lover. Ha!
For dessert, the Namoura was surprisingly delightful. Made with semolina flour, it looks extremely dense but still light with a crisp edge. It had a subtle orange flavor with a hint of what I think is coconut, almost reminiscent of a Jamaican Grater Cake. Sweet and rich, a little goes a long way.
Drinks were refreshing: the Rosewater Lemonade had a stronger rose flavor, and the Orange Blossom Iced Tea was unsweetened and clean. Making both the perfect pair to not overshadow the flavors in the food.
Metered parking is available about a 2-minute walk behind the restaurant.This is a thoughtfully executed spot with soulful flavors and care in every detail. A great addition to Delray.
They do have limited seating outside but it can become cumbersome dining out on a busy day as people are constantly walking by.
Order highlights:
* Beef Shawarma Bowl
* Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
* Tahini Caesar Salad with Halloumi
* Lahmbajein
* Namoura
* Rosewater Lemonade
* Orange Blossom Iced Tea (unsweetened)
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