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What to eat in Lebanon? Top 50 Lebanese Foods

Last update: Thu Mar 27 2025
Top 50 Lebanese Foods
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Best Lebanese Foods

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Street Food

LEBANON and  5 more regions
4.6
Shawarma
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Marinated and spit-roasted, shawarma is a delicious Middle Eastern meat treat whose origins can be traced back to the Ottoman Empire era, while its name stems from the Arabic pronunciation of the Turkish word çevirme (lit. to turn; turning), and refers to the rotating skewer on which the meat is cooked.


Shawarmas are made with either lamb, turkey, chicken, beef, or a mix of different meats which are slow-cooked for hours and basted in their own juices and fat, gaining an incomparable succulence, but the real secret to a perfect shawarma is in the marinade. 

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Sauce

LEBANON and  one more region
4.6
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Toum is an authentic Lebanese and Syrian garlic paste. It is made with whole garlic cloves, which are slowly crushed using a mortar and pestle, or nowadays simply ground in a food processor. During this process, oil (preferably neutral oil such as canola, or the flavorful olive oil) is gently added to create a homogeneous garlic paste with an unusual, fluffy texture.


Finally, salt and lemon juice are added to the mix, giving the paste a salty flavor and ivory color. Toum is used for marinades, sauces, and dips, and can enrich any meal. It is usually combined with chicken in traditional dishes such as roast chicken, chicken skewers or chicken shawarma, but is also commonly combined with beef, lamb, or goat meat. 
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Dumplings

LEBANON and  one more region
4.6
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This combination of meat-stuffed dumplings and yogurt is common in Levantine cuisine. The dish consists of tiny dumplings—believed to have originated in Iran under the name joshpara—that are filled with a combination of meat and onions.


The dumplings are cooked in yogurt that is seasoned with mint, garlic, or other spices, and the dish is then typically served warm. Because of its international status, there are many varieties of the dish that may employ labneh-based sauces, different types of meat, nuts, and various spices.

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Breakfast

LEBANON and  one more region
4.5
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Fatteh is a Levantine specialty made by combining pieces of fresh, toasted, or stale flatbread with numerous other ingredients. The name of the dish means to tear into small pieces, referring to the process of tearing the flatbread. Fatteh is usually consumed for breakfast or in the evening as the main dish.


There are two main varieties of fatteh - Levantine and Egyptian. The Levantine version is traditionally topped with yogurt, chickpeas, olive oil, and cumin. After the main toppings, Levantine fatteh can additionally be topped with chicken, lamb, or pine nuts. 

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Sweet Pastry

LEBANON and  6 more regions
4.5
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Kunāfah consists of two crunchy layers of shredded and buttered kataifi or knefe dough, filled with a luscious cheese cream that's often flavored with orange zest and cardamom, then drenched in a sugar syrup infused with lemon juice and orange blossom water.


Turkish künefe is traditionally made with Hatay, Urfa, or Antep cheese. It is usually topped with pistachios and is best served warm. Elegant and amazingly simple to make, this dessert is nothing short of what cheese-filled pastry dreams are made of. 

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Savory Pie

LEBANON and  2 more regions
4.4
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Sfiha, or lahm bil ajĩn (lit. meat on dough) is an Arabic specialty that dates back to the 15th century, when it first appeared in today's Eastern Lebanon. The traditional open-faced meat pie is popular throughout the Arab region, its main ingredients usually including minced lamb (or lamb), chopped onions and tomatoes, spices, olive oil, and yogurt.


Originally, the dish was prepared by stuffing ground lamb and spices in brined grape leaves, but it evolved over time. Sfiha is also popular in Brazil and Argentina, where it was brought over by Levantine immigrants. It is usually consumed hot as a snack, accompanied by tahini sauce or a bowl of yogurt, while pomegranate seeds, coriander, or chopped cucumbers are often used as garnishes. 
VARIATIONS OF Sfiha

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Snack

LEBANON and  3 more regions
4.4
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Even though lahmacun is popularly nicknamed Turkish pizza, it's origin is disputed and can be traced to Armenia, Syria, Lebanon, and Turkiye. It can be found at numerous street stalls as well as in virtually any traditional restaurant, but also in kebab eateries where they typically serve mini lahmacuns as appetizers.


The perfect lahmacun is made by rolling a ball of sturdy semolina dough into a thin disc which is only lightly spread with meat - either lamb or beef, minced to a paste together with chili, onions, and other seasonings. The dish is then shortly baked in a super-hot (and preferably wood-fired) oven. 
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Snack

LEBANON and  3 more regions
4.4
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Fatayer is an Arabic specialty consisting of pockets of dough that are filled with a variety of ingredients: spinach, cheeses such as halloumi or feta, meat such as chicken, beef, or lamb, potatoes, or soft Arabic yogurt-based cheeses.


The dish can be baked or fried and is commonly consumed as a snack or a light lunch. It is still unknown who invented fatayer, as the Lebanese, Syrians, Egyptians, and Palestinians all claim the dish as their own. Today, these turnovers are popular throughout the Arab region, with numerous regional varieties and different fillings.

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Dip

LEBANON and  3 more regions
4.4
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Mutabal is a Middle Eastern dip that's usually made with a combination of roasted eggplants, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, yogurt, olive oil, and salt. The ingredients are blended or mashed together until the dip develops a desired consistency, either smooth or a bit more coarse.


Once prepared, mutabal can be garnished with parsley, pomegranate seeds, or cilantro on top. If desired, onions can also be added to the mixture. It is recommended to serve mutabal as a part of a meze platter with pita bread on the side.

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Dip

BEIRUT, Lebanon
4.4
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Hummus Beiruti is a Lebanese version of hummus, the famous chickpea-based dip. This version adds a large amount of garlic and spices to it. It’s usually made with a combination of chickpeas, olive oil, garlic, yogurt, tahini, cold water, cumin, lemon juice, chili peppers, chopped parsley, and paprika.


Once prepared, this hummus version is plated and garnished with a drizzle of olive oil, chopped parsley, and mint leaves. Hummus Beiruti is served with freshly baked pita or lavash flatbread.

OTHER VARIATIONS OF Hummus
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Appetizer
LEBANON  and  8 more regions
4.4
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Dip
LEBANON  and  2 more regions
4.3
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Flatbread
LEBANON  and  3 more regions
4.3
15
Bread
LEBANON
4.3
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Rice Dish
LEBANON  and  3 more regions
4.3
17
Sweet Pastry
LEBANON  and  one more region
4.3
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Snack
LEBANON  and  2 more regions
4.3
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Meatballs
LEBANON  and  one more region
4.2
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Dessert
LEBANON  and  one more region
4.2
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Street Food
LEBANON  and  4 more regions
4.1
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Dip
LEBANON  and  8 more regions
4.1
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Meatballs
LEBANON  and  one more region
4.1
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Salad
LEBANON  and  one more region
4.0
27
Pudding
LEBANON  and  6 more regions
4.0
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Cookie
LEBANON  and  7 more regions
3.9
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Dessert
LEBANON  and  one more region
3.9
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Ground Meat Dish
LEBANON  and  5 more regions
3.9
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Saltwater Fish Dish
LEBANON  and  4 more regions
3.8
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Dip
LEBANON  and  2 more regions
3.7
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Cake
LEBANON
3.7
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Cheese
LEBANON  and  3 more regions
3.7
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Rice Pudding
LEBANON  and  one more region
3.5
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Salad
LEBANON  and  3 more regions
n/a
41
Dessert
LEBANON  and  one more region
n/a
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Offal Dish
JBEIL DISTRICT, Lebanon
n/a
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Dessert
LEBANON  and  4 more regions
4.3
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Best Lebanese Food Producers

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Olive Oil

LEBANON, Lebanon
4.7
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Darmmess is an olive oil producer based in Lebanon. This company specializes in crafting premium quality extra virgin olive oil from carefully selected Lebanese olives. Their production process emphasizes traditional methods while incorporating modern technology to ensure high standards of purity and taste.


Darmmess is dedicated to sustainability and supports local farmers by sourcing olives directly from them.
AWARDS

NYIOOC - Gold

2023

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal

2020

BEST Darmmess Olive Oils
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Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold

2020

BEST Solifed SARL / Domaine Wardy Wines
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Chocolate

BEIRUT, Lebanon
4.6
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Peyrano, the Lebanese chocolate maker, is celebrated for its luxurious handmade chocolates and confections. Based in Lebanon, the brand blends local flavors with international chocolate-making techniques, offering a unique assortment of truffles, pralines, and gourmet treats.


Known for its elegant packaging and commitment to quality, Peyrano has become a favorite for gifting and special occasions in the region.
AWARDS

Tavoletta D'Oro - Compagnia del Cioccolato

2009

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2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003

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NYIOOC - Gold

2023

Olive Japan - Gold

2023

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal

2023

BEST Bustan El Zeitoun by Green and Pure Olive Oils
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Spirit

LEBANON, Lebanon
4.6
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AWARDS

SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold

2024

BEST Yellowstone Spirits
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Olive Oil

BEIRUT, Lebanon
4.6
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Orient is an olive oil producer based in Beirut, Lebanon. The company focuses on creating high-quality extra virgin olive oil. Orient sources its olives from local Lebanese groves, emphasizing sustainability and traditional farming methods. The oil undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure purity and flavor.
AWARDS

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal

2019

BEST Orient Olive Oils
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gold

2019

BEST Domaine Wardy / Solifed sarl Wines
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Olive Japan - Gold

2013

BEST Oliver Maki S.a.l. Olive Oils
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Spirit

LEBANON, Lebanon
4.4
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The Gin Masters – Second Tasting - Gold

2022

BEST Rechmaya Distillery Spirits
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Cider

JOUNIEH, Lebanon
4.4
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Great Taste Awards - 2 stars

2024

BEST The Walnut House Ciders
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Best Lebanese Food Products

01
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NYIOOC - Gold

2023

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Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold

2020

03
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Tavoletta D'Oro - Compagnia del Cioccolato

2009

Tavoletta D'Oro -

2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

04
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NYIOOC - Gold

2023

Olive Japan - Gold

2023

EVO IOOC - Gold Medal

2023

05
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SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold

2024

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EVO IOOC - Gold Medal

2020

07
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EVO IOOC - Gold Medal

2019

08
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Tavoletta D'Oro -

2003

09
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ATHENA IOOC - Gold

2020

10
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gold

2019

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TasteAtlas food rankings are based on the ratings of the TasteAtlas audience, with a series of mechanisms that recognize real users and that ignore bot, nationalist or local patriotic ratings, and give additional value to the ratings of users that the system recognizes as knowledgeable. For the “Top 50 Lebanese Foods” list until March 27, 2025, 18,646 ratings were recorded, of which 5,884 were recognized by the system as legitimate. TasteAtlas Rankings should not be seen as the final global conclusion about food. Their purpose is to promote excellent local foods, instill pride in traditional dishes, and arouse curiosity about dishes you haven’t tried.

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