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| Cuisine | Lebanese | ||
| Hours | Daily noon-midnight | ||
| Address | 25 Walton Crescent | ||
| Location | Around Town | ||
| Reservations | Reservations recommended | ||
| Phone | 01865/310066 | ||
| Prices | Main courses £6.20-£12 ($12-$24) | ||
| Credit Cards | MC, V | ||
Frommer's Review
Bearing the archaic name for the city of Damascus, this Lebanese restaurant is a bit more formal than its also-recommended competitor, Al-Salam . It contains two separate dining rooms: one with blessings from the Koran stenciled in calligraphic patterns under the coves, the other with pale beige walls and lots of wood paneling. Expect a clientele of local residents, with probably fewer students than you're likely to find at Al-Salam, and a formally dressed, Arabic- and English-speaking staff wearing black trousers, bow ties, and white vests. Many diners don't go beyond the appetizers because they comprise more than 40 delectable hot and cold selections -- everything from falafel to a salad made with lamb's brains. Charcoal-grilled chopped lamb, chicken, or fish constitute most of the main-dish selections. Desserts are chosen from the cart, and vegetarian meals are also available.
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Frommer's England 2010
Author: Darwin Porter |
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