Byblos Cafe

by Daniella S.

This place attempts to take you into an exotic, faraway experience but you actually end up just appreciating their efforts to do that. Other people have spent too much time debating over their decor and their "Charm" and how it could be "tacky" but the food should be the center of the conversation. They serve up delicious Lebonese food here. Lots of vegetarian choices, as with most Middle Eastern restaurants. Their hummus is by far the best I've ever tried and they make delicious dolmas, warm and flavorful. They have good entertainment, belly dancers of course. And if you aren't shy you can dance with them.After your meal, hit up the hookah outside and enjoy the evening.

by korinne C.

The ambiance coupled with the food are both exotic. Great Lebanese food in south Tampa. They also have live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. Authentic food and service on my visits here. I went for dinner both times. All wonderful choices, Hummus, Baba Ghanuj, Falafel, Dolma, Split Red Lentil Soup, Fattouch, and Tabbouleh. Lots of vegetarian dishes to choose from my friends enjoyed the Greek salad, Kebbeh and Chicken Wings Lebanese.

by Brandon H.

This cafe has a warm and unique charm that isn't easily found in South Tampa. The staff was very friendly and our waitress was extremely knowledgeable regarding the menu and made some great recommendations for us. The Baba Ghanoush was excellent, as was the hummus we ordered for appetizers. My only criticism is that the pita bread that was served could have been warmer, but we did come after lunch when they weren't as busy. All around great service and some of the best greek/lebanese/mediteranean food I've had in Florida, highly reccommended for anyone who enjoys this particular cuisine.

by Claudia E.

5 stars for the bar and bartender, Pete. They make you feel right at home and he makes the perfect stiff drink. Haven't had the food yet, buy my husband has had take out and likes it.

by Eric P.

The appetizers were better than my main course -- I share the view of Jen M. that the Mezah plate is likely your best bet.  The nice atmosphere of the place is somewhat shattered when they bring your food out on tacky low quality plates and wrap the pita sandwiches in rolls leaving you to wonder if you are eating at a restaurant or a falafel stand?  The prices certainly were not of the latter...