Lebanese · Newcastle upon Tyne
There's a reason this Newcastle spot pulls in big Syrian and Lebanese crowds — the food is properly authentic, cooked to order and generously portioned, with lanterns and regional music giving it a warm, buzzy feel that covers a bit of child noise. Families rave about the chicken shish taouk, the lamb kofta with its barbecued finish, and baba ganoush that arrives with hot, freshly made bread. Staff are patient and soft-spoken with children, often bringing tea or baklava over unprompted, and one parent describes them as "genuinely welcoming from the moment we arrived". There are high chairs, a kids' menu, vegan dishes, buggy access, outdoor seating and free parking. Worth knowing: because everything is made fresh, waits can be long — order something for small children early rather than mid-meltdown.
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