Arabisca Cafe gets the fundamentals right and builds thoughtfully from there. The space is modern, beautiful, and immaculately clean while still feeling warm and inviting. It immediately sets the expectation for food that is intentional and well executed. The deluxe hummus was excellent. Exceptionally smooth, properly seasoned, and elevated by the meat topping without losing balance. The base stays creamy and focused, which is exactly how good hummus should be. The mushroom and meat dish was a standout. Rich, savory, and cohesive, with a comforting depth that reminded me of a well made beef stroganoff but cleaner and more composed. The Signature Kebab Royale delivered across the board. The kofta was tender and well seasoned, and the tomato sauce tasted built rather than rushed. Bold without being heavy. Fresh pita tied everything together. Soft, airy, warm, and clearly made with care. Nothing here feels overworked or trend driven. Just confident cooking, solid execution, and a menu that rewards people who actually pay attention to what they are eating. Easy five stars. read more

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Ambiance 10/10 Service 5/10 Food 6/10 Dessert 2/10 First off the Lamb chops I ordered were overcooked, I asked for medium rare plus kinda of took forever to come out. So I wasn't in the mood to wait more. Server was a girl and she had black hair and she took forever to greet us which was annoying. And she was just slower overall like I had to ask for bread, bc I thought I had to order it or something, she was just not very welcoming and informative overall. Very bare minimum but hey whatever maybe she was off that day. I'll come again at an earlier time and see if it's a different experience. But it was okay overall, it could have been better with service so hopefully they do that bc there is multiple reviews about service complaints. But I was excited for the knafeh bc I love that dessert and no it was just not good. It wasn't crunchy I don't even think they used phyllo dough idk not the best would never order again was disappointed. But anywho this place could be better if they fixed these issues. read more

Stumbled upon this gem of a restaurant tonight. The decor and ambience was nice. The booth was cozy with plush seating and pillows. The server (Mohammad) was very attentive, he even gave us dessert on the house bc it was our first time. Let's talk about the food! Oh boy was it all good! The hummus was smooth/creamy and seasoned to my liking. The bread was soft and warm. The entree "Chef's mixed grill" was more than enough for two . The two meat (chicken and beef) skewers were my favorite. Both very tender and moist. The mint lemonade is a must! So happy this restaurant exists!!! read more

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The food was good as long as you don't order meat. The waiters were friendly and very nice especially Ammar. The owner was not the nicest person, he does not accept any complaints. The customer is always right, if someone says the meat is not cooked he should accept the comment and correct it. I hope he sees this and corrects the mistakes before he starts loosing customers. The place is very nice and the presentation of the food is eye catching, but they need to pay attention to the quality of the food. The owner was there and he had a very bad attitude towards some customers. The owner was nice enough to reach out. read more

Fattoush salad - 9/10 - A bit tangy and full of flavor Meat pesto - 6/10 - Pesto was tasty but i wasnt a fan of the meat combined with it, also had a bit too much oregano/oil Sultani tawook - 9/10 - Chicken was so tender, really liked this Kabob royale - 8/10 - Meat was cooked so well and had a lot of flavor but a bit too tomatoey Spicy hummus - 9/10 - Smooth, creamy, and had that kick Arabisca special flatbread - 9.5/10 - Bread was so soft and fresh Tawook wrap - 9/10 - Flavorful and crispy, could use more sauce tho Grilled cheese rolls - 7/10 - I think these would be better fried since grilled didnt have that crisp i would prefer Pina colada - 6.5/10 - I liked the light sweet but barely had a pineapple flavor Fresh orange juice - 8.5/10 - Very refreshing Arabisca recently had their soft opening and I fell in love with their ambiance. From the interior design to the food presentation, the details are well thought out. I also enjoyed their food, specifically their tawook items and flatbread. Its a good spot to enjoy Lebanese food and hookah with family or friends read more

Arabisca Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Cypress, Texas

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This was my first time trying Arabica Restaurant, and I was looking forward to the experience. The food and service were good, but unfortunately, my visit was overshadowed by something I found very concerning. We dined around 3:30 PM in the main dining area, where a family was smoking hookah. Shortly afterward, another group also arrived and began smoking hookah in the same dining room. The restaurant is relatively small, so even though there may have been designated sections, the smoke spread throughout the dining area. As someone with asthma, I was forced to inhale the smoke while trying to eat. I asked our waitress if it was the restaurant's policy to allow hookah smoking in the main dining area. She explained that smoking was normally not allowed on our side of the dining room but was permitted in the other half. However, because the regular hookah section had been reserved, customers were allowed to smoke in the main dining area instead. When we were leaving, the owner (or manager) approached us and apologized. He explained that he couldn't tell those customers they were not allowed to smoke and offered me a 20% discount card for a future visit. While I appreciated his apology, it did not change the fact that my husband and I had to eat in a smoke-filled dining room. As someone with asthma, I found this extremely disappointing and concerning. I was honestly shocked that hookah smoking was permitted in the same enclosed dining area where other customers were eating. It also made me question whether this practice complies with public health regulations or local smoking ordinances. Regardless of whether it is legally permitted, I do not believe customers should have to breathe hookah smoke while dining. People with asthma, COPD, allergies, families with children, or anyone who prefers a smoke-free dining experience should be aware of this before visiting. Sadly, my first visit was memorable for the wrong reasons. read more

Love Lebanese food. Found this place online and decided to give them a try. Parking; it's horrible. All the parking spaces outside the restaurant are for the taqueria next door so you either have to pay for the $7 valet (what a joke anyway because at high end restaurants it's 5) or you can park behindish to the restaurant and walk in. Not ideal. But not necessarily their fault. Ambiance: it's a really nice restaurant. They have the hooka separate from the main restaurant for the non smokers. High end finishes. Really looks luxurious. Seating: all the seats are great. The back wall was a plush looking couch area with plenty of room to spread out. We were at a 4 top that was just every so slightly too small. Here is where the night just started to be okay. They charge a flat 20% tip. No matter how good, or bad, the service is it's a non negotiable 20%. I take out clients all the time to high dollar restaurant and there isn't such a requirement. While the service we had was good, I don't like that I'm handcuffed. The food: it was good. Wasn't great. And far from bad but it wasn't knock your socks off delicious. We ordered a variety of dishes, hummus, desserts and all were just good. So this restaurant is good. Parking is bad. Tip policy is odd and it's pretty far from me but it sure is pretty in there. Maybe if I'm on the side of town during dinner I'd come back? read more

This restaurant is so nice, staff are very kind and welcoming. Ali was our guy and made great recommendations for us and we had a great time. The ambiance is so cozy and pretty decorated. The food was amazing and its presentation made it very appealing. We will come back to try other dishes that got our attention and the coffees! Thanks for helping me celebrate my birthday, I had a lovely time read more

Arabisca Cafe - Entrance area - Mediterranean Near Me - Cypress, Texas

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Arabisca is one of those rare gems that gets everything right -- from the moment you walk in, the warm, Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere and lush greenery set the tone for a wonderful dining experience. The decor makes it perfect for a date night, family dinner, or casual night out. The food here is simply outstanding. You can tell they take care with every plate that comes out of the kitchen. Our server was happy to walk us through the menu and offer suggestions, which we appreciated. They offer both red and white tawook. I personally prefer the red, but my friend really loved the white tawook. I'm not familiar with the white one, so make sure you choose whichever you prefer. read more

Arabisca Cafe - Tawook - Mediterranean Near Me - Cypress, Texas

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We just ate at Arabisca the first time. Our server was Andrea. What a lovely presence. She was Johnny on the spot. Everything was perfect. The food couldn't have been better and Andrea just made our experience as good as it could possibly be. We will definitely be back. read more

Great food and ambience ,located in a not so nice area though. Not sure why we couldn't park in the parking lot but had to use valet. Do note that they do not serve alcohol read more

You'd never guess it from the outside, but inside Arabisca is a hidden gem! This beautiful Lebanese restaurant off 529 (near Barker Cypress) completely transports you once you walk in. The ambience is stunning -- cozy, inviting, and full of charm. The food was absolutely delicious! We started with the freshly baked bread with za'atar and olives, chili-infused hummus, and falafel -- all so flavorful. The Arabisca Special was a standout -- almost like a Lebanese-style pizza or calzone, bursting with savory goodness. They also have a separate space for hookah if that's your vibe. We went for lunch, but I can easily see this being a great spot for date night or a relaxed evening with friends. Can't wait to go back and explore more of the menu -- especially the fresh fruit drinks and desserts next time! read more

The ambience is great but food not so much. We ordered the Family Mixed Grill for 4. The order came in together as in the picture. That half tomato and onion is their side of grilled vegetable!! Kind of overpriced. We also ordered a Meat Pesto which came with a side of fries. Weird combination for a pesto plate. The food was just ok, nothing memorable. I would rather go to Fadi's for better tasting food. They also add min 20% service charge. read more

Arabisca Cafe - Family Mix Grill for 4 - Mediterranean Near Me - Cypress, Texas

First timer..We definitely needed a good authentic Lebanese food in town. But please check the meat shish kabob some was tough and chewy...the rest of the food was delicious.. read more

The ambiance is beautiful nice seating, the smell of hooka permeated the air. Food was good not great. Cooked well, being Texan I like more seasoned food but the food is great Mediterranean food. Falafel and tahini sauce was good, the pita and zatar was hot and fresh. Lamb was fall of the bone rice was boiled in broth. Lebanese burger, fries and Cole slaw was good. Fries crispy and lightly seasoned. Slaw did not have sugar nor carrots so slightly different but very good. Service was interesting, not quite attentive but maybe he was having a bad day, then again my daughter rated the food in front of him. Overall a nice experience, but one I wouldn't repeat. read more

Where do I start, from the food to the ambience to the service, Arabisca is an 12/10 in my book. Definitely a spot to check out and a cafe Cypress was missing. read more

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Food was good, not great but okay. The menu could have been more descriptive: "white sauce "? What is it? Maybe tzatziki? Probably won't order again. read more

First, the room is very nice; relaxing and nicely appointed. The staff are very attentive without being intrusive. The food is excellent. My husband had the Kafka plate which was great. The meat was moist, nicely spiced and tasty with generous portions. I had the Moutabal Batenjean ( an eggplant dip) which was perfect. Additionally, I had Lebanese flat bread topped with ground meat; a Lebanese street food. That, also, was good. We will be eating here often. read more

Delightful experience at Arabisca cafe The food was yummy, friendly service our waiter was Ali he did a great job , great menu choices Definitely going back read more

Honestly, was excited a Lebanese restaurant opened nearby. Very disappointed. The service was awful and the food was below average. Service was really bad. Maybe it was just our server. I spent $100 for me and my girlfriend. Tried the mixed grill and chicken tawook. Meat was dry. Bad experience off the jump. Didn't even refill our waters. Bald guy with the glasses was the server and he acted like I was his worker. Very bad hopefully he was just having a bad day. read more

Very nice restaurant with beautiful décor and a great atmosphere. The food was amazing, everything was clean, and the hookah was excellent. It's really nice to have a place like this in the area that you can visit often. Highly recommend! read more

Beautiful restaurant, food looked and smelled amazing. I just couldn't get past having to repark my car to a distant lot, and then learn there would be a 3% upcharge to pay by credit card. I was really looking forward to trying this new-to-me place and knew the $20-30 pp price point before coming in - that extra charge came across as a cheap tactic and turn off. read more

The severs are really kind and helpful and the place is really pretty and great atmosphere, I like it.