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Lebanon's Cafe

Item: Lebanon's Cafe
Author: Beth D'Addono

Cuisine: Lebanese, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian

Price: $

10Best Says

Uptown New Orleans' Best Lunch: Try the stuffed grape leaves or the kabobs at Lebanon's Cafe for full on Mediterranean flavor The falafel and hummus are also not to be missed. Visit Lebanon's on a nice day and you might be rewarded with a street-side table, where you can people watch and see the streetcar roll by. Coffee lovers will adore the Turkish coffee, although it's not for the faint of bean. Portions are generous with lunch combos including salad, hummus and bread. The lunch menu is served Monday through Friday until 4 pm, making this is perfect place to fuel up late in the day.

Take Out: Try the stuffed grape leaves or the kabobs at Lebanon's Café and you will be transported to the Middle East! The falafel and hummus are also not to be missed. Visit Lebanon's on a nice day and you might be rewarded with a street-side table, where you can watch the pedestrians running to catch the trolley. If you are a hearty soul, indulge in the Turkish coffee after your meal.

Address:

1500 S Carrollton Ave
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-862-6200

Hours:

Mon-Thu: 11am-10pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-10:30pm
Sun: Noon-10pm

Website:

lebanonscafe.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Beth D'Addono
New Orleans Local Expert

Uptown New Orleans' Best Lunch: "Pita sandwiches are made for on the go snacking."

Best for Uptown New Orleans' Best Lunch Because: Lebanon's is the perfect place for breaking out of the normal lunch routine. Stop by for delicious kabobs and falafel.

Main Menu
- Appetizers
  
  Chef Special
  
  (enough for two) hummus, baba ganuj, vegetarian grape leaves, tabouleh, falafel & labna ($13.99)
  
  Hummus
  
  a tantalizing blend of ground chickpeas, tahini, garlic & lemon juice ($4.25)
  
  Falafel (6)
  
  ground chickpeas with onion, parsley & garlic blended with special seasonings and fried to perfection ($4.00)
  
  Baba Ganuj
  
  a savory dip of baked eggplant, tahini, garlic, mint & lemon juice ($4.50)
  
  Bathenjan Dip
  
  roasted eggplant, garlic & jalapeno pepper blended together ($4.99)
  
  Musaha
  
  sauteed eggplant with roasted garlic, red, yellow & jalapeno peppers, sundried tomatoes, onions & celery marinated with olive oil & white vinegar ($4.99)
  
  Faul
  
  mashed fava beans mixed with garlic, lemon juice, jalapeno peppers & extra virgin olive oil ($4.99)
  
  Tabouleh
  
  minced parsley mixed with tomatoes, onions & cracked wheat in a delicate lemon dressing ($3.99)
  
  Stuffed Grape Leaves
  
  stuffed with basmati rice, ground beef, cracked wheat & vegetables ($4.50)
  
  Kibby
  
  cracked wheat stuffed, seasoned ground beef, onions & pine nuts ($2.50)
  
  Spinach Filo
  
  greek filo dough stuffed with feta, spinach & ricotta ($2.50)
  
  Safeiheh
  
  (mini pizza) ground lamb, ground beef & tomatoes with spices baked on a pita bread ($3.50)
  
  Zaater Bread
  
  oregano, sesame seeds & sumac with olive oil baked on pita bread ($2.50)
  
  Basmati Rice
  
  ($1.99)
  
  Labna
  
  (thick yogurt & mint with olive oil) ($4.50)
  
  Cabbage Roll
  
  (beef), stuffed with rice, tomato, onion & parsley. seasoned with olive oil, black pepper, 7 spices, and beef (dinners available upon request) ($3.99)
  
  Spinach & Artichoke Dip
  
  served with toasted pita triangles ($6.99)
  
  Spinach Pie
  
  lebanons spinach pie ($2.50)
  
  Mujadara
  
  basmati rice, brown lentils & sauteed onions ($3.50)
  
  Halloumi Cheese
  
  sheep milk cheese, sauteed tomatoes, bell pepper, basil, balsamic vinegar ($7.99)
  
  Spinach & Artichoke Dip
  
  served with toasted pita triangles ($6.99)
- Soup & Salads
  
  Summer Salad
  
  slices of fresh tomatoes & mozzarella topped with fresh basil & olive oil ($7.99)
  
  Fattoush
  
  diced tomatoes, cucumbers, green onions & pita chips tossed with a unique dressing. ($3.99)
  
  Spinach Salad
  
  fresh spinach, tomatoes & cucumber tossed with fresh lemon juice & extra virgin olive oil, topped with feta cheese, raisins & sauteed pine nuts ($7.99)
  
  Yogurt Salad With Cucumber
  
  minced mint & spiced cucumbers in yogurt ($3.99)
  
  Lentil Soup
  
  vegetarian lentil soup ($2.95)
  
  Musaki Soup
  
  stewed tomatoes with chickpeas, garlic, eggplant, rosemary & spices ($4.99)
  
  Feta Cheese & Olives
  
  ($3.99)
  
  Large Greek Salad
  
  fresh tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, kalamata olives & feta garnished with romaine lettuce ($7.50)
  
  Pickles & Olives
  
  (mediterranean style) ($2.50)
  
  Pickled Cabbage
  
  cabbage seasoned with black pepper & sumac. the cabbage is marinated in vinegar, garlic & olive oil and served with olives ($3.25)
  
  Small Greek Salad
  
  fresh tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, kalamata olives & feta garnished with romaine lettuce ($4.99)
- Sandwiches
  
  Falafel
  
  ground chickpeas, onions, parsley & garlic blended with special seasonings & fried to perfection ($4.50)
  
  Eggplant
  
  breaded layered eggplant, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes & onions then topped with feta cheese ($6.99)
  
  Gyros
  
  spiced lamb & beef ($5.50)
  
  Chicken Shawarma
  
  sliced rotisserie style chicken marinated with garlic, white vinegar and a variety of mediterranean spices ($5.50)
  
  Chicken Kabob
  
  tender boneless chicken marinated in garlic, spices & herbs ($5.50)
  
  Lula Kabob
  
  fresh ground lamb seasoned with parsley, onions, & lebanese spices ($5.50)
  
  Beef Shawarma
  
  marinated slices of beef in red vinegar, worcestershire sauce, garlic, and a blend of middle eastern spices ($5.99)
- Dinners
  
  Chicken Kabob
  
  ender boneless chicken marinated in garlic, spices & herbs ($11.99)
  
  Beef Shish Kabob
  
  fresh beef seasoned with rosemary & spices ($12.99)
  
  Lamb Shish Kabob
  
  fresh marinated lamb seasoned with rosemary & spices ($14.99)
  
  Lula Kabob
  
  fresh ground lamb seasoned with parsley, onions & lebanese spices ($11.99)
  
  Gyro Plate
  
  spiced lamb & beef ($11.99)
  
  Chicken Shawarma
  
  sliced rotisserie style chicken marinated with garlic, white vinegar and a variety of mediterranean spices ($11.99)
  
  Beef Shawarma
  
  marinated slices of beef in red vinegar, worcestershire sauce, garlic, and a blend of middle eastern spices ($12.99)
  
  Chicken Shawarma Salad
  
  chicken with romaine lettuce, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, cucumbers, and onions ($11.99)
  
  Gyro Salad
  
  ($11.99)
  
  Shrimp Salad
  
  ($13.99)
  
  Chicken Tecka
  
  grilled skinless chicken half marinated in garlic, lemon juice & mediterranean spices ($12.99)
  
  Combination Kabob
  
  combination of chicken, shish & lula kabob ($13.99)
- Drinks
  
  Regular Coffee
  
  ($1.50)
  
  Lebanon's Famous Lebanese Tea
  
  ($2.25)
  
  Hot Tea
  
  ($1.99)
  
  Mango Juice
  
  ($1.99)
  
  Soft Drinks
  
  coke, diet coke, lemonade, root beer, sprite ($1.99)
  
  Iced Tea
  
  un-sweetened, sweetened, unsweetened mint ($1.99)
  
  Bottled Water
  
  ($1.50)
  
  Sparkling Water
  
  ($2.50)
- Desserts
  
  Baklava
  
  flaky filo dough layered with walnuts and baked to perfection ($1.75)
  
  Trio Mix
  
  baklava (filo dough layered with walnuts), lady fingers (pastry wrapped around nuts) & burma (shredded filo dough wrapped around pistachios) ($3.99)

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