Authentic Lebanese flavors w/ inventive twists. Bustling atmosphere, must-try mezze & grilled lamb.
This bustling Park Slope eatery offers a vibrant taste of Lebanon, with siblings Samaya Boueri Ziade and George Boueri at the helm. Chef Soroosh Golbabae presents a menu brimming with both traditional and inventive Middle Eastern dishes. Standouts include creative labneh and hummus, delectable cheese-filled rakkakat, and a highly recommended grilled lamb chop. The lively atmosphere often leads to lines forming before opening, so arrive early to experience this popular spot.
The food is a standout, with strong recommendations for authentic Lebanese dishes, particularly the mezze. Specific call-outs include cheese-filled pastries (rakkakat), creative labneh and hummus, and a highly recommended grilled lamb chop. While most feedback is positive, one user noted the mezze were considerably better than the mains.
"Highly recommended dishes include the grilled lamb chop with garlic labneh and urfa bibir, cheese-filled pastries (rakkakat), and the pistachio mafroukeh for dessert. The octopus with pearl couscous and crispy potatoes are also noted as excellent."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its authentic and flavorful Lebanese cuisine, often highlighting it as a top choice in the city.
Important Note
The restaurant can get very busy, with lines often forming before it opens.
"Sawa, a Lebanese spot in Park Slope, was recommended for its garlicky potatoes."
Positive"Sawa is recommended as one of many great options outside of lower Manhattan."
Positive"Sawa is recommended as one of many great options outside of lower Manhattan."
Positive"This user recommended Sawa in Park Slope for its octopus with pearl couscous, also noting the amazing crispy potatoes and whole dorade."
Positive"Sawa is described as fantastic."
Positive"Sawa is mentioned as an incredible dining option."
Positive"Sawa is mentioned as a dining option."
Neutral"Sawa was listed as one of the best Lebanese restaurants in response to a query about favorites."
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