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I do love this place for it ambience and service. I will say that it is a sister restaurant to another one that I went to for my birthday and I guess I came in with the mentality of comparing it and the food just wasn't all there. I had to return the plate that I had gotten. I'm sure that if I would've chosen something else, I would've been happy because the person that I went with did very much enjoy their meal. I think it's worth it but maybe doing a little bit more research on what to get. To say that the person I was with had the Bronzino and it was delicious. Drinks are also good as well. like anything in Miami parking is a little difficult, we made reservations and we were sat right away. Again, this could've been a one off thing, but everything else was amazing.
Amazing Mediterranean Cuisine, Excellent service, intimate ambiance. I came here for Miami Spice and was blown away by the quality and quantity of the food served. This was my first time trying Byblos and it did not disappoint. The Miami Spice Menu was a 3 course tasting menu. It includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert. For appetizers I enjoyed the Octopus, Dumplings, and Duck Kibbeh. For Entrees the rock shrimp rice was excellent. Lamb rack was tender and succulent. The cocktails were handcrafted and refreshing. My first impression was great and I will definitely be back soon!
Absolutely fantastic experience. I live in California, and we have lots, and lots, and lots of good restaurants that are Mediterranean based. This is more Lebanese/Turkey based. Came with a large group and stayed until midnight. The appetizers were simply amazing. Try the octopus and the duck kibbeh. The octopus was tender, which is rare imo given that most chefs have no clue how to cook this delicious food. For my main, I ordered the branzino, pictured here, which was the best branzino I've ever had. Also perfectly cooked, spiced, with just the right amount of lemon. Tried a Chardonnay from Lebanon which paired perfectly with my meal. The service and ambiance were both outstanding. Loved the decor of the restaurant, and the love and attention that was shown throughout the presentation of the food. You can tell everyone loves working here, and that they love their food. I will be back!
We came here for Miami Spice, so this review will be about that menu. The food was absolutely epic. The flavors dish after dish left us wanting to order the regular size. The duck kibbeh was as the table's favorite, very rich, intense flavor, and just something you don't get anywhere else. Followed very closely by the lamb ribs, they were tender, flavorful and seriously perfectly cooked. Another outstanding dish. And last, the red beets with the feta cheese spread was amazing too. Everyone was amazed by the sophistication of the flavors here. Again, something to don't find just anywhere. The one thing that was lacking were the dessert options. I mean, to say that you hate a dessert!? That's how bad these were. The mint ice cream didn't really hit the mark, and the "baklava" was more like a pastry roll. And the fried cheesecake was plain awful. The service was decent. Not over the top, but not neglectful either. I would say that I mentioned in our reservation that we had a birthday at the table. And they clearly dismissed it and we had to ask for it after they brought the dessert. As for the ambiance, beautiful. The space has this homey vibe to it. The lighting is low. The seats are beautiful. I mean we took pictures for reference.
On a recent work trip in Miami, a few of us and some clients decided to try out this place. We decided to do family style and share a little bit of everything. The restaurant was a bit small but still had a decent amount of seats and we were able to get a table relatively quickly. Our server was very nice and gave us different suggestions on what to get/what's good to share. Everything we had was delicious and was so flavorful. I've never been a huge Mediterranean fan but I loved everything there. I highly recommend it and could see myself coming back !
Byblos is proof that the semi-scam environment of a hotel restaurant can coexist peacefully with fine dining. We started with cocktails at the bar. $47!? For a glass of wine and a cocktail?! OK, but what ambience! Great lowkey, unobtrusive but skilled bartending, and an interesting, instagrammable cocktail. Then out into the beautiful oasis of a garden for dinner, shielded from the hubbub of Collins Ave by a high hedge. For food, I had a smattering of vegetarian small plates - a tomato salad with feta, Turkish manti dumplings, a cauliflower with saffron and pistachio gremolata, and sweet jeweled rice. My husband concentrated on the middle eastern fried chicken, served with pickles and a hot sauce he liked so much that he forced me to try it. Byblos is a little uncomfortable with the middle eastern mezze thing; wouldn't you rather have a steak? But I give them credit for gamely giving it a go, and the options were inventive and non-obvious. I've had way better middle eastern food, but middle eastern is just a mask that this upscale hotel is wearing to stand out from the row of other hotels on the strip. Byblos is really all about atmosphere, but in a way that doesn't feel unsubstantive. Waiters who know their job is to charm your pants off and love their craft. Palm fronds and fairy lights that remind you you're in a Koppen tropical climate zone. My husband and I came here for our first night of our first-ever trip to Miami, and I was secretly hoping it would help us take the measure of the place. Based on my subsequent three days in the city, I think Byblos exemplifies Miami at its best: life is a party, we're here to enjoy the finer things and impress people, and you can look at the price tag later.
I am in Miami for a conference dining solo. Arthur was my server and he absolutely made my night by giving me the best suggestions and the friendliest service. I could tell he genuinely wanted me to enjoy the food and have a good evening at the restaurant. I tried the Sultan's Privilege cocktail which was lovely and perfect to sip throughout my meal. It had Johnnie walker black, cynar, crème de cacao, orgeat and fresh lemon juice. From the appetizer list, I had the Turkish Manti Dumplings (eggplant). The yogurt sauce and molasses provided a sweet touch to the mostly savory dish. I also had the lamb ribs, which just about blew my socks off. The garnish is dukkah, buttermilk sauce, carob molasses and red chili schughey- so, so good. I also ordered the Turkish Kale salad and finished that one off! The others were quite rich so I had leftovers, but because they were served sharing-style I was able to pass them along to someone. If I could come back I would try a wood-fired pide. I did have dessert- the Halva Parfait, which had such an interesting combination of flavors and textures. The halva was super high-quality and all of the embellishments went really well with it. The place is dimly lit and there is a DJ- the one there tonight was @aliciadellaria who was incredibly talented! There was a belly dancer with lights in her scarf. The place is teeming with servers, bar tenders and I believe I counted four hostesses. Everyone was very nice. If I lived here, I'd definitely come back!
One of the best Mediterranean restaurants I have ever been to! We had the octopus, chicken skewers, salads, and shrimp. All were fantastic and full of rich flavors. I highly recommend booking Byblos for your next night out in Miami! Great for friend groups or date nights.
Great experience with an incredible Miami spice deal! The ambiance was beautiful and inviting and the food and service were excellent! This was my first time visiting and it was great from start to finish. My only meh experience was the baklava; it's stuffed with mint ice cream so be prepared for that. It wasn't a pleasant surprise. The strawberry dessert was a better selection. The lamb riblets are a little on the fatty end, but that's why I workout and it was worth every bite. My main dish was the fish and it was lite and tasty. The octopus was yummy. The duck appetizer was really yummy and my favorite. Their Sauvignon Blanc was unique but delicious and the nightingale sour was a great start to the dining experience. Check it out and enjoy!
Had a great Miami spice menu. This place is so cute and has such a classy vibe inside. A great place to take someone on a date! We were quickly served and tended to : absolutely love, will come back, can't wait to try more things and bring people here : pretty good, some quality issues, would return again : simple stuff, nothing crazy here, location could not be clean or employees not friendly : I may give this place a chance to improve at least one more time : I will not be returning here
I was invited by one of my friends to The Bacardi rum room event being held here. This was actually my first time here oddly enough since I've probably passed by here a thousand times. The indoor outdoor ambiance was very nice once we got in. The event staff overall was a bit unorganized. We were in line for an hour before getting inside although we did RSVP. Once in however the bites were delicious, signature cocktails were really good, and the music and vibes were dope. Definitely have to go back to check it out on a non event day.
Absolutely stunning meal. I checked out this place for Miami Spice and was not disappointed! For $45 you can choose several appetizers, one main, one side, and one dessert. The downstairs dining room is more intimate and suited for couples; a DJ drives the mood music in the back of the restaurant as waiters lead groups to the second-floor airy dining room. There is also a speakeasy behind the DJ table. The hummus was sprinkled with pomegranate seeds and served with delicious spiced pita bread. The duck kibbeh were fried duck dumplings. Our favorite was the lamb ribs; one decadent chili oil wing for both of us! Main courses were middle eastern fried chicken and salmon; honestly the chicken takes the cake although the combination of tahini, za'atar, and hot sauce mainly made it to the piece at the top of the pile and not to the others. The roasted brussel sprouts made an amazing side with discs of halloumi cheese. Finally, the dessert of strawberry cheesecake qatayef which were like crispy cheesecake hot pockets. They tasted like a blend between guava & cheese pastelitos and toaster strudel. I would definitely eat at Byblos again!
Probably one of the best Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food I've eaten in Miami thus far! (And that says a lot because I'm Middle Eastern myself). From the ambience to the service to delicious flavors that stay on your palate everything is cooked and served to Perfection! We went for the Miami Spice menu, which I have to say you get your bang for your buck! I went with my mother and brother, so we were able to order most of the menu which I appreciated. The service impeccable, Arturo our waiter was on point, even the assists were always adhering to us constantly. Apps: you were able to choose two per person (which is different than other Miami Spice menus), so we ordered the roasted red beets, creamed spinach pide, duck kibbeh, Turkish kale salad, lamb ribs, and the hummus. I can't even say which was my favorite because they all were so good! Entrees: we ordered the Turkish manti dumplings (sweeter taste), middle eastern fried chicken (omg so tender and perfect with breading to flour ratio), petite filet. And they all came with one side! So we got the persian kale rice (have to say was delicious, not because I'm Persian ), the cauliflower and the roasted Brussels sprouts. Dessert: we got the stuffed baklava, strawberry cheesecake qatayef (my fave and it's not your average looking cheesecake) and the sorbet. All for $45 per person! How can you beat that? And we even had left overs to take home. I also had drinks which were the rose gulab and my mom had the Byblos old fashion. Very unique fusion which I loved. Definitely worth it and will be coming back to taste more! The menu changes apparently from what our waiter told us to have other things on menu.
4 years ago
Excellent dining experience here, albeit a bit overpriced. Upon being seated, we were immediately told that there is a charge for water (no option for tap). Not sure if this is standard for Miami - have never experienced this before when dining in larger cities. We came to celebrate our first wedding anniversary, and this was a last minute reservation after our prior plans fell through due to rain. FOOD - Black Truffle Pide - 5/5. Very cheesy, and I appreciated the shavings of real truffle. Thrice Cooked Fries - 5/5 - Deliciously garlicky. Hummus Royal - 5/5 - Velvety smooth hummus with beef cooked in pomegranate molasses. Mouthwatering. Black Truffle Rice - 5/5 - Definitely a must-order. Very fragrant and the addition of crispy chickpeas made this a textural delight. Rack of lamb - 4/5 - Very small portion for $53. Lamb cooked well and the sauce was delicious. SERVICE - 3.5/5 overall. While our server was initially very welcoming and warm, we often had to flag others down to get his attention regarding ordering our entree and eventually paying our bill. Also, we ordered the Manti and they were never brought out. The individual refilling our water was great though. AMBIANCE - 4/5. Looks more like a club inside, and very dark. Also, the seating was a bit odd as the benches are lower than the chairs leading to a height difference between diners. Overall, would definitely recommend this restaurant as the food was spectacular. Maybe the service was a one-off. read more
4 years ago
Came here with my parents and family. This place seems more like a place to come to party or eat/drink before the club. Music was good, and so was the food. Reason why I'm giving 4 rather than 5 is that the restaurant seemed a bit dirty like there was an event there the night before that they didn't properly clean up after. The floors were incredibly sticky. I also thought the food was a bit expensive. The food quality was overall great. The truffle pide is their staple. We ended up ordering three. The hamachi and tenderloin humus are must orders. The short rib kebab was my entree and was very good. I would come come back but for a night out with friends rather than a family thing. read more
Everything is tapas style, smaller portion with prices along the line of full plates. The food was great though, no Turkish coffee though. Dessert was absolutely delish, the mint icecream tasted like true spearmint. Presentation and ambiance is intimate. Dj and two floors. read more
This time we tried the Miami Spice dinner menu at Byblos, this restaurant is already one of my favorites all year around but, this year they have really exceeded the expectations with their menu and choices for Miami Spice First of all they don't just serve you a 3 course meal, each person gets a choice of 5 different things, so if you are 3-4 of you at the table, you can practically taste almost everything that the menu offers. You can choose 2 appetizers, one main, one side and one dessert each, portions are really generous so you will have plenty of food, actually I could not finish all so I took some home for next day lunch I am not going to mention everything we had as between all of us we practically had everything that was on the menu, check out the link https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/restaurant/byblos-miami/5907?category=14 my personal favorites were the Duck Kibbeh, Lamb Ribs & Creamed Spinach Pide form the appetizer selection, the Turkish Manti Dumplings from the main, the Roasted Brussels Sprouts from the Sides and I had the Stuffed Baklava for dessert, all soooooooooooo good All I can say to you is: what are you waiting for? Make your reservation and go, you will love the food, the ambiance, the atmosphere and the staff is really great, enjoy @byblosmiami read more
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7 years ago
I just want to start off by saying the food here is simply amazing ! I even asked who was the chef after we ate because it was that damn good. We had an awesome server from beginning to end. He answered all of our food questions and gave us the history of Byblos and where they're located around the world. So while waiting for my party to show up, I was starving and couldn't resist digging into the hummus royale.... I have never tasted hummus so superior before, and it surely hit the spot. Everyone finally arrived and we ordered and were all going to share a bit each of our dish. It was a great idea ! between us five we ordered, Israeli Fried Chicken & Waffles, two Byblos Burger, Big Breakfast (not pictured), and poached eggs. After dabbling here and there, I was so amazed how tasteful it all was that I checked out their dinner menu for future references. This was probably the best Mediterranean food I've had in the states. I just wanted to clarify, it's at the Royal Palm hotel in Miami Beach. They have inside and limited outside seating. It was a gorgeous day so we sat out to people watch. I found street parking near by while my friends went thru valet. 10/10 recommend this place. I'll deff be back for dinner here ! read more
Amazing Mediterranean spot right by the beach. Ambiance and decor of the restaurant is nice. Definitely a great spot for a fancy dinner. Service is really good, our waiter was really nice and did a great job of explaining the dishes. Overall I thought the food was great but I'm giving it 4 stars because I don't think some of the items are worth the price. The octopus and hamachi are great apps to start with and in my opinion, one of the best items on the menu. For entrees, we went with the lamb rack, which was just ok in my opinion. Meat was a little bland and could have used a little more salt. For dessert, we ordered the stuffed baklava. The dessert was a little good but the name is a little misleading. It didn't have much resemble of a baklava, I think it would have tasted better with pistachio ice cream than mint. read more
5 years ago
The food was amazing. We tried the Miami spice menu and it was totally worth it and we'll definitely come back to try other things from the menu. The atmosphere was very nice. The reason I took a star off is because of the service. We felt rushed and that's something we don't like when we go out for dinner. We were not even done we our dessert and they brought the check even when we have not even ask for it. That was not nice. Hopefully it was just a mistake from the waiter and next time the service will be as amazing as the food. read more
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Whenever I go to Byblos I feel like I am utterly in another country. The vibes in here are next level. The food is something else. Every dish that we tried here was better then the other. I felt like each dish was teasing a different part of the taste buds. Definitely a place to share the dishes. The gulab drink is just wonderfully pink and refreshing. I recommend this place to EVERYONE that comes to Miami. It's not just Mediterranean food. It's modern mediterranean food with a kick. Update Miami Spice 2019 Brunch: I have been hearing about the Byblos brunch and it DID not dissapoint. You get 3 an appetizer, entree , and dessert for 25. Count me in !!! Me and my friend shared got: Hamachi with labneh nothing like I've tasted before Kubeh- the flavor was a burst of taste Knafeh pancakes ( WOW) Dessert- both options were perfection. Poached eggs ( the most tasteful Arab twist poached egg I've had Highly highly recommend read more
3 years ago
Excellent vibe, ambient setting, food and service. This place is truly a gem in South Beach... it has excellent food, a pleasant experience, and a very reasonable price. We really enjoyed our meal here, which began with the hummus containing beef strips ("hummus royale") along with a tasty set of lab ribs. We decided to order a side of the thrice cooked fries, and finally culminated our dinner with the chargrilled chicken. For dessert, we were lucky enough to try their halva parfait, a sweet vanilla custard induced with sweetened sesame seed paste and encrusted in thin layers of phyllo dough. The collection of spices really pose excellent aromas and flavors, leaving you enticed by a transformative culinary experience. Stemming from the decadent presentations, to various dopamine-releasing flavor profiles, and relaxed lighting and music, the entire experience was truly unparalleled when it comes to Mediterranean restaurants. The diverse cultural representations of their cuisine, the setting, and the service are what make this restaurant our favorite on the beach. Try it! Next, we read more
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3 years ago
Oh my goodness--where to even begin. Byblos is by far one of the best meals that I've had in a long time. The way that flavors, textures, and ingredients and mixed and matched here is out of this world. We ordered about 10 dishes for 4 people. I would recommend almost ALL of them: - eggplant kibbeh (light, flavorful, delicious) - hummus royale (comes topped with the most wonderful tenderloin and molasses) - Turkish manti dumplings (a MUST order) - Turkish kale salad (a LARGE portion--nevertheless delicious) - short rib kebab (phenomenal and flavorful--short rib pieces are sliced thin which I haven't seen before) - Sujuk pide (delicious. Great for the picky eater of our group) - fries (comes with Toum--my favorite, garlicky, Middle Eastern sauce - truffle rice (my family really enjoyed this, but I actually could've done without. Pretty truffly but I found it average compared to all the other phenomenal dishes) - Brussels sprouts (I could've done without these) - stuffed baklava (much lighter and more refreshing than I thought--absolutely delicious) - Turkish coffee (wonderful with coffee grounds at the bottom--just like Turkish coffee always is) We enjoyed almost everything. The Turkish manti dumplings, the kale salad, and the hummus were my favorite dishes of the night. The service is phenomenal. Our server was from Turkey and emphasized that these dishes were authentically middle eastern with a little Miami flair. Overall, I can't wait to return to Miami so I can eat here again. read more
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I had a super meal and experience when I visited Byblos. As Miami natives, we were looking for something Mediterranean in South Beach on a night we were doing the tourist thing. Byblos was top of the charts on Yelp. We saw a high average rating and complimentary reviews and wanted to give it a go. If I had to go with a headline for my review it would be "Great food, a little pricey." But you know the saying, you get what you pay for. What you are paying for besides excellent food is a true SoBe experience. Our service was excellent. The ambiance and decor were very cool and super chill ... Although I would not expect anything less from a classy restaurant in Miami Beach. Everything we ordered was better than average. Byblos is a do again and I would recommend it to anyone who is a tourist, or playing one for the day like we were. I also strongly suggest getting a reservation. Bon appetite. read more
5 years ago
The food here is fresh and amazing. The flavors on the cauliflower paired perfectly and I'm already thinking about how I can recreate that dish at home. The dumplings were just okay but I think they were just a little too spicy for me. I will def be back next trip to Miami. read more
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Came here for dinner with my wife it was one of my favorite dining experiences in Miami. It's a bit pricey, but everything from food to service at byblos is perfect and its worth the price tag. Food 5/5: Byblos is a Mediterranean restaurant where you order a bunch of plates to share. Even the wine list has a bunch of Mediterranean wines like malagousia! We tried a variety of dishes and they were all amazing in their own way. Our favorites were the beets in labne (flavors go really well together) and the couscous (saffron flavored and amazing texture that's both crispy and slightly creamy at the same time). Service / ambience 5/5: Byblos is very well decorated, and the vibe is amazing. We went on a Saturday night and they had a DJ and live electronic violinist playing great music. Our waiter, Sakky, was simultaneously friendly and professional and had some great recommendations for us. read more
2 years ago
I came here for the Miami Spice deal and it was a great choice! I loved their appetizers (especially their lamb ribs and duck kibbeh). They are very generous and let you choose 2 appetizers unlike other Miami spice restaurants that usually allow 1. The petite filet (main course) was cooked to perfection and came with a unique and delicious sauce as well. For dessert, I tried the baklava and cheesecake, both of which were great but I especially enjoyed the crispy cheesecake with strawberry sauce. I will be coming back here in the future! read more
5 years ago
I came here for a friend's birthday where Byblos prepared a prix fixe menu for us. This is one of my new favorite restaurants in Miami. While I didn't love the cocktail I got, ah hamama, the food was INCREDIBLE! Literally everything we got was so good. The meat of the lamb ribs fell off the bone and tasted amazing. Other stand outs were the roasted red beets with labneh, pita, turkish manti dumplings, black truffle pide, hummus royal sweet jeweled rice and prime sirloin. Coming here is a great experience and highly recommended. read more
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3 years ago
I tried Byblos on a solo trip to Miami. It has a fun, laid back atmosphere. Delicious food. The service was very good. Something different t to try. read more
5 years ago
11/10. My second time here. One of the best meals I've ever had. Everything was delicious. Loved the black truffle pide, hamachi, Turkish dumplings, rock shrimp rice, crispy brussel sprouts, fried chicken, hummus, lamb ribs. Great ambiance. Sit upstairs, more fun vibes. This is a must try spot in Miami. I can't wait to go back and eat here again. * if visiting during Miami Spice, ask for that menu. Great way to try a bunch of dishes. Warning- it is a lot of food. read more
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5 years ago
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5 years ago
Very underwhelming experience. While the ambiance and the service was phenomenal, the food was lackluster. Granted, I don't eat middle eastern food that often, but my girlfriend and I felt that all the dishes were just so-so. We shared the duck kibbeh, truffle flatbread, short rib, sweet rice, and the baklava. The kibbeh was pretty solid, but without the sauce, it would have been a pass. The flatbread was the winner, but it just tasted like a fancy grilled cheese - does not warrant $20+. The short rib was boring. It was sliced so thin it tasted more like pieces of roast beef. Again, without the sauce this would have been a really average dish. The rice was okay, nothing special. The desert was also just so-so. Without the sauces for each dish, this place would be a failure. $150 for some unmemorable food is borderline robbery. I will say our waiter was awesome. read more
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2 years ago
Went for Miami Spice dinner and can say it is hands-down the best Spice option. So much food for such a reasonable price! Every course was delicious but I especially enjoyed the duck kibbeh and stuffed baklava. Service was a touch slow at the beginning but I was in no rush. read more
Wow. Byblos might be one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in the country. I lived in Dubai for 6+ years and am always looking for good Mediterranean restaurants everywhere I go, so I'd like to think that's saying something. Firstly, as soon as I entered, I absolutely loved the vibe here. I sat upstairs which is lively but still seems like an upscale restaurant. The decor is tasteful with unusual wall hanging lights and larger than life Egyptian paintings. The lower floor is very hip, with a bar and a DJ playing. The day I went the music sounded great and the volume was just right too, so you don't feel like you're in a club instead of a restaurant. They've even managed to make the outdoor seating look cool with the art deco building facade and their outdoor furniture. At this point I'd accept whatever food they handed out, but even the food is brilliant. And the service is very friendly and welcoming too. We started out with manti dumplings and the creamed spinach pide. The spinach pide was great, there was clearly some garlic sauce (toume) in it too, which I'm a sucker for. Manti dumplings are well presented and interesting but I think the sauce is more the highlight than the dumplings. For the entrees, we got the lamb rack and short rib kebab. The lamb rack was fine, but the short rib kebab was just sensational! The meat was tender and super flavorful. Ended off the meal with some halva parfait, which was very unique. The halva is something in between an ice cream and just thick cream. It is topped with what I could only explain as Mediterranean candy floss. The whole thing is a creamy, milk dessert. I'd get it if that sounds like it's your thing, but not if you like your dessert chocolatey or fruity. Needless to say after the length of this review, that I was thoroughly impressed. I'm going to have to visit whenever I come back to Miami. Until then I'll have to make do with Ilili in New York. read more
4 years ago
2 years ago
The food is absolutely delicious but I had to give this 3 stars because of the rough experience we had. FOOD- 5/5 We ordered from the Miami spice menu. Everything was so flavorful. ATMOSPHERE- 4/5 This place is so cute. The decor in every room a little different but all within the same theme. The night we were there they had a DJ and the music was so loud, it made it hard to talk at dinner. The music didn't really go with the vibe of the space. SERVICE -0/5 Made a reservation for a late dinner at 9:30pm. When we got there, they sent us to the bar. 30 minutes went by, no table for us. Another 30 minutes goes by and we are still waiting. The bar area is nice but it was 10:30pm and we were hungry. Finally we get seated close to 11pm and to speed things up, we all order from the Miami Spice menu. Little did we know it would take another hour for them to bring the appetizers. Although we all pretty much ordered the same thing, when the first appetizer came, they only brought one to the table. Since Miami spice dishes are small individual plates, it was really awkward that only one person at the table had food. So my friend didn't want to eat his lamb ribs in front of all of us who were starving for over 2 hours now and waiting for our own orders of the lamb ribs. It's also two ribs and there were 4 of us, so we couldn't split it even if we wanted to. About 20 minutes later, the rest of the appetizers came out and it was pretty much midnight. The same thing happened with the entrees. They brought out 3/4 of the dishes and it took a bit of time for the 4th person's entree to come out. If you book a 9:30 dinner, don't expect to eat anything until midnight and be ready for the plates to come out soo slowly. PRICE Miami spice is set pricing. No matter what kind of water you get, it's $3 a person. They automatically add a 19% tip to your bill (now it makes sense why they don't care about the quality of their service) read more
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6 years ago
Been a while since I've had fine dining in Miami. Leave it to Diandra-Yelp Miami Community Manager to provide a wonderful suggestion. Right next to the Royal Palm hotel (which provides valet service) Byblos is a stand alone place with a nice terrane and two floors of restaurant and bar service. Table for two, please to celebrate our 9th wedding anniversary. Upon entering, we were immediately greeted and escorted to a cozy table for two tucked in a corner so we can see the beautiful restaurant at work. Our server, Mario greeted us and provided us QR codes to look at the menu and explained the eastern mediterraiian sharing-style menu. Upon review, we chose two Ottoman Cartel cocktails - Silver Tequila, fresh pressed beet juice, syrup and lime. Refreshing but packed a punch! Overwhelmed with the delicious choices of appetizers we opted for three: - Hummus Royale. Never seen hummus served with wagyu beef inside of it! Served with a fresh bread that you have never tasted before. Fresh out of the oven it complemented the hummus very well. - Spanish Octopus. Grilled chopped thick pieces of octupus served on a coin of fingerling potato with a sauce that is to die for. - Duck kibbeh - four (4) lightly fried puffs with dried fig, molasses and tahini. Luckily, Mario knew we overloaded on the apps so gave us a little time to enjoy our cocktails while we made room for the main event. Roasted Lamb Shoulder First time ever seeing it like this. Another server brought out a round cast iron skillet along with a board with lots of trimmings. The server cut up the lamb easily, to show how tender the meat is. He also explained the variety of trimmings to dip, served with lavash bread. Wow. Amazing! With this much food we had to pack up some to go. Final course - Baklava mini's with mint vanilla filling served with chocolate mousse. Score Overall - wonderful experience. Great restaurant, perfect for a date night or intimate gathering with friends. A must try! read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
The best Mediterranean food I've ever had, service was amazing. All the servers we exceptionally polite. I recommend the Vine ripened tomatoes salad, Jeweled rice, lamp shoulder, Grilled Branzino, Halva parfait for desert. The manager came by and was extremely nice. I will be returning. read more
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3 years ago
Nice service and beautiful ambiance but, as a Middle Easterner, not the tastiest or best representation of Mediterranean or Middle Eastern cuisine in my opinion. We ate the truffle pide and Turkish mantu, and we were expecting much much much more with the flavors. The truffle pide had little truffle, cheese, or seasoning, and the mantu had little eggplant filling but too much yogurt dressing making the dish sour. Byblos also charges for tap water so be aware of that lil charge. Would not visit again, but such a shame because the ambiance was so chic and creative! read more
Great restaurant tucked away next to the Royal Palm in Miami. Went with a few friends and we all had the four course experience and I would highly recommend. Byblos is tapas style so each of the courses came with multiple small plates to share for the table. Our first course started with three cold plates - hamachi, Turkish kale salad, and the roasted beet labneh. All outstanding and extremely flavorful. Our second course consisted of hot appetizers - the lamb ribs, truffle pide, and the Turkish dumpings our favorite of the night! Third course came with the short rib plate, crispy rice, and green beans. Finally the fourth course was a trio of desserts. All in all if you're a first timer, definitely try the course menus. We were told they are always chefs choice so you may not get the same! Would definitely return! read more
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Great date night spot! Or if you're me, a spot to treat yourself when solo dining. I couldn't decide what I wanted so I ended up getting three dishes: the Spanish octopus, the lamb ribs, and the tomato salad with feta and pomegranate. Capped it with the nightingale sour, a delicious egg white cocktail. Sat outside on the patio and tables were spaced out with good social distancing throughout. Delicious food and great dining experience! read more
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Would it be ok to take my teenagers there that are 14 and 19? Thinking about this place for NYE
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How well do they cater to gluten allergies?
What's better here? Their fish or steaks?
This is not a steak house, but a Mediterranean treasure chest of unusual small plates, each one expertly prepared, beautifully presented, and delicious. We have sampled much on the menu and have never been disappointed. This place is a culinary…
How many floors and dining rooms does this place have? And can you dine in all of them?
3 dining areas-front room as you walk in, back room near bathrooms and upstairs biggest dining space and nicest. Yes , you can dine in all of them - just request your favorite, mine is the upstairs where there is more action, downstairs by front…
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