Mar'aa Yorkville

Mezze spread (hummus, baba ganoush, and accompaniments)

Silky, tahini-forward hummus and smoky baba ganoush served with warm housemade bread — the foundation of any table here and consistently well-executed

Kibbeh

Finely ground lamb blended with bulgur and warming spices — a Levantine staple done with care, with a satisfying crisp exterior

Slow-roasted lamb

The kitchen's showcase protein: tender braised lamb with a fragrant spice crust, the kind of dish that defines the Lebanese fine dining format

Grilled seafood

Rotating selection of fresh-market fish grilled simply with herbs and citrus, a lighter counterweight to the richer meat dishes

Signature cocktails

Inventive drinks built around Middle Eastern aromatics — pomegranate, rose water, and saffron feature prominently, well-balanced rather than gimmicky

Baklava or house dessert

Flaky pastry with honey and nuts — a standard Levantine closer that lands as a satisfying end to the meal without being the main event