Authentic grills
Reviewers highlight juicy mixed grills, shish tawook and fresh mezze served in generous portions.
Al Meshwar Lebanese Restaurant
Al Safa
Al Meshwar is a large, ornate Lebanese restaurant in Al Safa, known for classic dishes, traditional décor and a spacious family setting. You can settle in for mixed grills and mezze, or make an evening of it with shisha and the children’s play area.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
7,787 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Family space
The spacious layout, kids’ play area and upstairs pool tables make long family meals easier.
Large gatherings
Spacious seating and private halls accommodate family celebrations, corporate dinners and other large events.
Lebanese décor
Fountains, curtains, traditional styling and water elements create a notably elaborate Arabic atmosphere.
Dessert counter
You can finish with traditional sweets such as baklava and kunafa, with desserts and Arabic coffee available on site.
Parking options
Reviews mention underground or basement parking as well as valet service, useful for group visits.
Custom orders
During a busy iftar, one diner says the kitchen prepared customised food on request.
What to Eat at Al Meshwar Lebanese Restaurant How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Al Meshwar Lebanese Restaurant, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Al Meshwar Lebanese Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 8
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Hummus Net +4
“The mezze platter, featuring tabbouleh and hummus, was the perfect starter for sharing.”
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“The mezze platter, featuring tabbouleh and hummus, was the perfect starter for sharing.”March 2025
“Had a great lunch at Al Meshwar. We ordered a variety of Lebanese favourites including hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, manakish, and mixed grills. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and served in generous portions.”June 2026
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Sheesh tawook Net +4
“The sheish tawq was tasty and the grilled chicken charcoal was tender and juicy.”
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“The sheish tawq was tasty and the grilled chicken charcoal was tender and juicy.”June 2026
“Right from the salads, sheesh tawook, kebabs , felafils and the rice items all were delicious.”February 2026
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Kebabs Net +3
“Right from the salads, sheesh tawook, kebabs , felafils and the rice items all were delicious.”
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“Right from the salads, sheesh tawook, kebabs , felafils and the rice items all were delicious.”February 2026
“The shawarma was tender and packed with flavor, while the kebabs were grilled to perfection.”March 2025
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Felafils Net +2
“best Falafel!”
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“best Falafel!”October 2025
“The baba ghanouj is spot on, the falafel is done right, and any of their fatteh dishes are a safe bet.”January 2026
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Baba ganoush Net +2
“The baba ghanouj is spot on, the falafel is done right, and any of their fatteh dishes are a safe bet.”
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“The baba ghanouj is spot on, the falafel is done right, and any of their fatteh dishes are a safe bet.”January 2026
“Grill platters, hummus, baba ganoush, shish tawuk were all delicious.”August 2025
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Baklava Net +2
“The food quality was exceptional, particularly the mixed grill platter, fresh hummus, salads, and traditional desserts such as baklava.”
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“The food quality was exceptional, particularly the mixed grill platter, fresh hummus, salads, and traditional desserts such as baklava.”December 2025
“Skip the western desserts, they’re mediocre, but the traditional lebanese and middle eastern desserts like baklava, kunafa and pastries are unbelievable, especially with a cup of Arabic coffee or tea.”August 2025
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Kunafa Net +2
“Skip the western desserts, they’re mediocre, but the traditional lebanese and middle eastern desserts like baklava, kunafa and pastries are unbelievable, especially with a cup of Arabic coffee or tea.”
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“Skip the western desserts, they’re mediocre, but the traditional lebanese and middle eastern desserts like baklava, kunafa and pastries are unbelievable, especially with a cup of Arabic coffee or tea.”August 2025
“End the meal with the kunafah you won’t regret it.”January 2026
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Tabbouleh Net +2
“Had a great lunch at Al Meshwar. We ordered a variety of Lebanese favourites including hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, manakish, and mixed grills. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and served in generous portions.”
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Review excerpts
“Had a great lunch at Al Meshwar. We ordered a variety of Lebanese favourites including hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, manakish, and mixed grills. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and served in generous portions.”June 2026
“The mezze platter, featuring tabbouleh and hummus, was the perfect starter for sharing.”March 2025
Honorable mentions (11)
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Arabic salad Net +1
“The ambiance is great. They served fresh arabic salad and kababs.”
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“The ambiance is great. They served fresh arabic salad and kababs.”June 2026
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Arayees Net +1
“Arayees was AMAZING.”
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“Arayees was AMAZING.”October 2025
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Batata harra (potato dish) Net +1
“The mushroom soup was excellent, and the batata harra (potato dish) was also really tasty.”
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“The mushroom soup was excellent, and the batata harra (potato dish) was also really tasty.”November 2025
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Fresh juices Net +1
“Fresh juices really hit the spot too.”
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“Fresh juices really hit the spot too.”August 2025
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Grilled chicken charcoal Net +1
“The sheish tawq was tasty and the grilled chicken charcoal was tender and juicy.”
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“The sheish tawq was tasty and the grilled chicken charcoal was tender and juicy.”June 2026
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Kibbeh Net +1
“Had a great lunch at Al Meshwar. We ordered a variety of Lebanese favourites including hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, manakish, and mixed grills. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and served in generous portions.”
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Review excerpts
“Had a great lunch at Al Meshwar. We ordered a variety of Lebanese favourites including hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, manakish, and mixed grills. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and served in generous portions.”June 2026
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Manakish Net +1
“Had a great lunch at Al Meshwar. We ordered a variety of Lebanese favourites including hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, manakish, and mixed grills. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and served in generous portions.”
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Review excerpts
“Had a great lunch at Al Meshwar. We ordered a variety of Lebanese favourites including hummus, tabbouleh, kibbeh, manakish, and mixed grills. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and served in generous portions.”June 2026
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Mezze platter Net +1
“The mezze platter, featuring tabbouleh and hummus, was the perfect starter for sharing.”
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Review excerpts
“The mezze platter, featuring tabbouleh and hummus, was the perfect starter for sharing.”March 2025
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Mushroom soup Net +1
“The mushroom soup was excellent, and the batata harra (potato dish) was also really tasty.”
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“The mushroom soup was excellent, and the batata harra (potato dish) was also really tasty.”November 2025
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Seafood soup Net +1
“We had seafood soup and hot appetizers and it was delicious.”
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“We had seafood soup and hot appetizers and it was delicious.”July 2022
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Shawarma Net +1
“The shawarma was tender and packed with flavor, while the kebabs were grilled to perfection.”
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“The shawarma was tender and packed with flavor, while the kebabs were grilled to perfection.”March 2025
Drinks 4
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Arabic coffee Net +1
“Skip the western desserts, they’re mediocre, but the traditional lebanese and middle eastern desserts like baklava, kunafa and pastries are unbelievable, especially with a cup of Arabic coffee or tea.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Skip the western desserts, they’re mediocre, but the traditional lebanese and middle eastern desserts like baklava, kunafa and pastries are unbelievable, especially with a cup of Arabic coffee or tea.”August 2025
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Arabic tea Net +1
“Skip the western desserts, they’re mediocre, but the traditional lebanese and middle eastern desserts like baklava, kunafa and pastries are unbelievable, especially with a cup of Arabic coffee or tea.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Skip the western desserts, they’re mediocre, but the traditional lebanese and middle eastern desserts like baklava, kunafa and pastries are unbelievable, especially with a cup of Arabic coffee or tea.”August 2025
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Fresh fruit cocktail Net +1
“The warm bread and fresh fruit cocktail were excellent, and the service was friendly throughout.”
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“The warm bread and fresh fruit cocktail were excellent, and the service was friendly throughout.”June 2026
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Turkish coffee Net +1
“The Turkish coffee was also excellent, rich in flavor and perfectly served, which added a great finishing touch to the meal.”
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“The Turkish coffee was also excellent, rich in flavor and perfectly served, which added a great finishing touch to the meal.”December 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Tikka Net −1
“Tikka didn’t have any taste!”
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Critical review excerpts
“Tikka didn’t have any taste!”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow time. If you are on a schedule, avoid relying on fast service: one dinner reported repeated delays for food, water and the bill.
Check parking. Ask about underground parking or valet before arriving, especially during daytime or for a larger group.
Book halls. For celebrations, ask about the private halls; one group used Al Muktar hall for around 20 people.
Try classics. Start with shish tawouk, baba ghanouj or fatteh, then consider kunafah rather than the western desserts.
Check availability. If shawarma is your target dish, ask before ordering: a Saturday-night diner found it sold out at 9:45pm.
Plan for children. Families can use the kids’ play area, while older children and adults may enjoy the four upstairs pool tables.
Plan the visit
Practical details
6 Street 18C
Al Safa 2 - Al Safa, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Service delays
One visit involved 15–20-minute delays for each food item, 40 minutes for water and another 15 minutes for the bill.
Inconsistent service
Some diners report being ignored or treated rudely, while other reviews describe attentive and quick service.
Mixed food results
A few reviewers found dishes ordinary, including bitter fattoush, flavourless tikka and disappointing chicken dishes.
Higher pricing
Some diners consider the pricing high for the area or closer to fine-dining rates, particularly when portions feel small.
Peak parking
Parking can be difficult during the day, and one review describes the basement parking as small.
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The Bottom Line
Al Meshwar is a sprawling Lebanese restaurant in Al Safa that suits family dinners, group celebrations and relaxed evenings rather than a quick bite. The menu covers familiar Lebanese favourites, with reviewers particularly mentioning mixed grills, shish tawouk, hummus, baba ghanouj, fatteh and traditional desserts such as kunafah. The setting is a major part of the appeal.
Customers describe ornate, traditional décor with fountains and curtains, spacious seating across multiple floors, a kids’ play area and four pool tables upstairs. Shisha is another reason people linger, while the dessert counter and Arabic coffee let you finish the meal without moving elsewhere. Private halls are available for occasions; one group used Al Muktar hall for around 20 people.
Food feedback is mostly strong, especially for juicy grills, fresh mezze, warm bread and generous portions, but it is not completely consistent. Some diners found the food ordinary, bitter fattoush or flavourless tikka, and one review called the chicken dishes disappointing. Service also varies sharply: many guests report attentive staff, while others describe being ignored or facing long waits.
Underground or basement parking and valet service are useful, though daytime parking can be difficult. If you are visiting for a celebration or have a tight schedule, confirm arrangements and allow extra time.