We read about this restaurant in “Timeout” and could not possibly have had a better dining experience. We were greeted warmly and given the option to be seated at the Chef’s Counter. (See pic below of our new friend the Chef!) Service, falvors and dishes were all extraordinary. Signature cocktails were inventive without being precious and the Israeli Cabernet recommended was really delicious. The fluffy bread other reviewers have mentioned is a *must* as a starter and served with a combination of dipping sauces at various heat levels. The “bim bop” street corn appetizer was our favorite dish of the night (until desert). The beetroot appetizer would also be an absolute re-order…although in this case the chef surprised us with this dish because we had not ordered it and he really wanted us to try it. Our mains were the kebob and a risotto and…again…both were outstanding. Although the man sitting next to us was having the lamb chops and his wife informed us “he says they are better than sex and that is saying a LOT.” Our dinner closed with a chocolate mousse and since we were in Paris that is a high bar to clear in a mediterranean restaurant…but just “wow.” Chef served it with a sprinkle of sea salt and his secret…some fresh corriander. It was just incredible. The atmosphere is lively and the open kitchen creates a festive feeling punctuated by spontaneous singing and moments of celebration. Many thanks to “Timeout” for putting this on our radar. We will be back.

Arrived in Paris, got checked in later than would have hoped for. In the evening came back late from our visit to the Eiffel Tower. Being vegetarians it made little sense to venture out to check out restaurants around Renaissance Paris Vendome hotel.

Instead opted to stay in and eat at the bar. Wow!!!
It was a hugely wonderful experience. The bar offered the same menu as was a next door at the Kapara Lebanese restaurant.

To say that food was exquisitely delicious does not do it justice.
The barman, Cedric, is phenomenal - he is super talented, and super, super helpful.

I will definitely come back again to explore the breadth of his creative genius, and to again experience the Lebanese dishes. Kudos to the chef!

We came to the restaurant several times before when it was the balagan (we could find some dish that were from the time)
We were sat at the bar, facing the cooks.
Always nice experience as you get to try some creations which you won't get at the table.
The food was excellent, and the service, facing the cooks is very nice.

Will come again when the opportunity comes.

Food Good, Service absolutely terrible.

I love Mediterranean food and I’ve enjoyed some fabulous meals in Paris on previous visits. This resturant was a recommendation via AMEX.

We were seated at the counter overlooking the kitchen. We’ve done this at other resturant and throughly enjoyed the experience. Chefs calmly going about their art.

We started well. The chefs talking to us and then after a while taking our order. The lamb chops were not on option today.

Our food arrived promptly and then chaos descended. The head chef seemed more interested in her friends (free wine) and the lamb chops which were off the menu arrived for them as a “present from the chef’.

The temperature in the kitchen was clearly rising as the Head Chef shouted at the waiters and customers complained. For us, no body took our plates and we were simply ignored for the rest of the evening. No desert, and we had to get up to ask for the bill - we were just ignored.

The food is good but not amazing but it’s the really poor service which means we won’t be returning again.

Incredible food, the best service and great ambiance! Try the breads , the sauces, the kebabs, the fattoush salad ,the eggplant and the cocktails -especially Nora the explorer if you like spice. If you are lucky enough to get Sofiane as a waiter ask for ordering advice and try the specials. Wonderful !