Went here for dinner and the food and and staff were great. Our waitress was bubbly and very helpful. We ordered 4 dishes to share, good portion sizes and every bite had me wanting more. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu.
Nice atmosphere and fantastic staff. Our waitress was really knowledgeable about the menu and our coeliac requirement. Love the no pretentiousness of the place and willingness to explain the menu.
If you like whiskey then the Perfect Pear cocktail is a must try. Small in volume but just beautiful to drink.
A lavish restaurant serving up some of the best Lebanese food I've had in a long time. The skewers were my favourite dish of the night followed by the white bait then the dumplings. Portions were generous and it's safe to say that I didn't leave with an empty stomach. Also, this place serves the best moscato - I've been on the hunt for a bottle ever since!
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The location, staff, cocktails and food were all fantastic, best feed I’ve had so far in Brisbane.
Everything we tried was delicious, my favourites were the pumpkin balls filled with spinach and spices (I forget the name) and the calamari.
Definitely likely to return!
Good food, came quickly. Booked a last minute table with ease. Would recommend. They have booths which makes it easy when you have a number of kids with you,
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This review really has been a long time coming. After coming here for years, I would strongly argue that Byblos is one of the best restaurants in Brisbane.
Shrouded in moody lighting, Byblos manages to weave a fantasy-like experience. As soon as one walks down the canopied enclosure towards the restaurant, it feels you’ve almost entered another world.
When walking in, one is promptly greeted and led to their seat. I recommend booking a both in advance. It’s a much more private experience and the seating is quite comfortable.
On my most recent visit to Byblos, we started off by ordering some drinks. My drink of choice is usually a cocktail at Byblos, so this time I ordered the Xxx Spritz. The fresh berries elevated the drink and overall, it was quite refreshing. I was also quite surprised at how large my glass was (see photo!).
To start, we ordered a few meze and then skewers to share. The ‘rekakat’ is delicious and cheesy, encased in flaky pastry. This is a favourite among my friends and family. I personally love the ‘Lahim Bil Ajeen’ and the ‘Falafel’. The former is filled with tasty lamb mince that is elevated by delicious spices. The latter has a crusty shell but the insides are soft and fluffy. I truly believe that this is the best falafel in Brisbane.
I am also quite a big fan of the ‘Trio of Dips’, which comes with a large bowl of flat bread triangles, Hummus, Baba Ganouj and Labneh. Each dip stands out in its own right, but the Baba Ganouj is rich and smoky in flavour. I always go back for more. Additional highlights include the Batatas Haras (lemon potatos) and the falafel salad.
Now to the main event, the skewers!! I have tried all of the skewers offered by Byblos but the John Dory skewer is out of this world. Paired with the accompanying Toum (garlic emulsion style cream), the flavour combination is out of this world. Every time I have visited Byblos, the fish skewers have been cooked to absolute perfection. The fish is lightly golden, but still tender, flaky and with the perfect amount of seasoning. I have tried all of the different skewer types, and I really would recommend all of them!
Whilst this restaurant is quite expensive compared to other places I review, I would highly recommend coming to Byblos. The quality of the food, excellent service and general atmosphere is (in my opinion) worth the higher price point.
It is truly one of my special places and I guarantee it will quickly become one of your special places too. Enjoy 😊
We hosted a function 1 1/2 months ago at Byblos and it was fabulous. The private lounge area was perfect for our group of 18 and everyone complimented on the venue. We ordered platters for the group which ended up being way too much as the portions were much larger than expected, and we felt bad we could not eat it all. All food was delicious as were the amazing cocktails. The staff on the night and in the lead up to the function were very professional and fantastic to interact with. We were well looked after on the night and would highly recommend Byblos as a venue for groups.
Currently this is the hammers go-to in the home territory, omg the lamb is too die for and the halloumi salad is a bonus, located on the river is an added bonus and staff are usually on the ball- do yourself a favor
Can’t fault this place, food is delish. Staff are helpful and welcoming. We have brought family each time and no one left disappointed. Will be back for more.
Went with a group of friends to Byblos for the first on the weekend. I had heard mixed reviews about the food and now having eaten there I can understand why. The venue itself has a nice fit out. I like the decor and atmosphere it creates. If portside was a bit more lively, maybe it would help. The problem is that it’s a little bit isolated and a little bit tame. The food is quite good without being amazing. There were definitely delicious dishes devoured. However it did lack a little finesse in its presentation. The cocktails were good but not really a place I would go to drink as it’s just a little too far from city/valley. Overall, good experience but quality of presentation would be a nice touch. In terms of the quantity, I’d say great value for money!
Dined here with a mate, we shared a platter for two for 80 bucks. We demolished it! The pastries filled with cheese were amazing among other items.
Beautiful Turkish food, well presented. Efficient, knowledgeable service. A great atmosphere that feels welcoming and upbeat. Good value for your money.
Get the negative out of the way first. The place is noisy, but not much they can do about that. The lady that took our order did it all by memory, impressive, till she forgot our drinks. The table at the end of the meal took a little longer to clear than I would have liked.
The positive, great food well cooked and plenty of it. For me the snails were a standout. Would have no trouble recommending, or going back to try a few more other dishes. For me it was reasonably priced, considering restaurants of this quality. Well done guys.
Absolutely amazing experience. Ordered a lot of food and everything was so rich with flavours we cleared up every plate. Table service was on point and loved the rum infused dessert special. Orientation of the place was also beautiful. We are definitely coming back.
Amazing dining experience all round. Great service, and excellent food. If it weren't for poor weather it would have been a lovely view of the river, too.
Amazing food and service. The staff were really helpful and recommended the platter for two that could be made for three people. It was just the right amount of food for us and was delicious!!
Highest quality of staff, friendliness and service I've had in a long time. High end. The food presentation and flavours were exceptional. Compliments to the Chef 😊
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