16 Essential Lebanese Restaurants Worth Visiting in Metro Detroit #DetroitFood
From markets with grilled meats to beloved restaurant institutions with feasts for the whole family, here’s where to try a taste of Lebanon right here in Michigan
Metro Detroit is known all across the country for its excellent Lebanese food — it’s one thing this region does better than any other. That’s because Lebanese families started settling in the area near the tail end of the 19th century, and with them brought their rich culinary traditions. The Arab American population in metro Detroit is one of the largest in the country, and its diverse tapestry of Levantine restaurants — encompassing not only Lebanese cuisine but also Syrian, Yemeni, Palestinian, Iraqi, and more — is unparalleled.
So whether you’re a local or just in town for a couple of days, you’ll want to check out these Lebanese spots spread across the area from Dearborn to Ferndale to Birmingham to downtown Detroit. Some are traditional, some are modern, but just about all of them are family-owned and operated, which makes every visit a cozy, comforting experience. Each restaurant also serves wonderfully different iterations of Lebanese classics. Indulge in delicious shawarma, creamy hummus, raw kibbeh, garlicky toum, tart tabbouleh, and compare the differences in flavors and textures between each restaurant. Understand the vastness of Lebanese cuisine, and you’ll start to understand what makes Southeast Michigan so special.
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