Went to La Vie and had a great experience. We went to this place randomly after wanting to try some…read moreauthentic Mediterranean food. The first thing we noticed, which was a bit unexpected, was the decor. The ambiance was really nice and inviting. This is the type of restaurant where someone could host a party. The service was really good too. We received water almost immediately after being seated, and our server came by shortly after. The manager stopped by throughout our visit to provide recommendations, and he was really nice. It made the experience feel more personal. For our appetizer, we ordered the Baba Ghannouj, which complemented the pita bread really well. It was our first time having it, and we did not know what to expect, but it was great. It was really flavorful, and we finished it wanting more. For our entrees, we had the Lamb Chops and the Seafood Tagine. The lamb chops were great. It was not a huge portion, but the meat was flavorful and cooked well. The presentation was also really nice. The Seafood Tagine looked great, and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. Everything about the dish worked well together, and we felt that all the flavors complemented one another. There was a good harmony between the ingredients. For dessert, we ordered the Kunafa, which was another first for us. We had never had it before, but the description really sold us on it. It was really good. This is the kind of dessert that is best shared since it is a little heavy. Toward the end of our visit, a belly dancer came out to perform, and it was really exciting. La Vie is a great restaurant, and we will definitely return. We felt as though we got a true Mediterranean experience during our visit.

I went here on a double date and had a great time. Our waiter recommended a great Arab wine we'd…read morenever heard of before, chateau reserve gold, so that was nice to try. We started with batata harra and cheese bulak. Both were great! The potatoes in the batata harra were very well seasoned and flavorful. The cheese bulak was good but might be a little off putting if your not use to mintiness in your cheese. A belly dancer came out and went around to all the tables and really engaged with everyone. For our entrees we got chicken tagine and lamb chops. I must say the lamb chops were phenomenal. Perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection. I definitely recommend getting them medium. All in all if you're looking for something different definitely go check it out!

Fantastic food , kind attention and very good ambient . I like to go there with my familyread more

THE BEST Lebanese food my husband and I ever had today. If I could rate this place a 10 star, I…read morewould. We had such a great experience! The service was incredibly fast, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Everything we ordered tasted amazing, and honestly, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Highly recommend! This is the one restaurant in Florida I would fly back for.

I went to the nextdoor market Yalla attached to this Lebanese restaurant where- on at least two (2)…read moreoccasions- pets were inside and brought near the food preparation area. No thanks.

Oh yes! You don't get better than authentic Lebanese. This place brings the authentic Lebanese to…read moreyour table. I love the ambience, and it shows how beautiful the country of Lebanon truly is!

Wine, excellent…read more Octopus and shrimp incredible sauce Strawberry Margaret's, excellent Mora salad chopped parsley, cukes, onions My date hadn't eaten in a day so wine made her loving. Lol my wife Haaa

Came here at 9:20, excited to try this spot at first since in the mood for some Mediterranean…read more Walked in with 2 people sitting inside. there was a girl at the bar that looked like she was putting the bottles away. I asked if the kitchen was still open and she said " let me check" , she took a good minute to come back out. I was 100% thinking she would say yes because attached below are the times and it says kitchen closes at 9:45pm. She comes back out and says kitchens closed. I was very shocked and disappointed. I told her the website says restaurant closes at 10:00pm and the kitchen closes at 9:45pm. She responded by saying " those are hours when we are slow" . To be it just sounded like " Tonight the kitchen is lazy and wants to close earlier than what our website says". I don't see how a business can be successful if you close 25 mins before your business hours on the website and make some money from walking in patrons like myself. I would suggest the owner can tell yelp/google to adjust the times when the restaurant is slow they close earlier. Went to the pizzeria/Italian restaurant next door and it was great.

Excellent Lebanese food, very clean, and authentic Lebanese flavors! Highly recommended!!read more

Spectacular food WOW!! We were highly recommend to come here, this is very far from where we live…read morebut every time we're in these neck of the woods we will definitely be back! The Kebob and The Shawarma platter was A+++ Kind service with a casual ambience

Food Service…read more Ambiance All incredible Never disappoints And the server Arantza was fantastic.

Excellent service and advise by Javier! He is amazing…read moreAnd the food the best in town ... really amazing including the presentation :) My favorite

I'll admit it--I came in with a little skepticism. My previous experiences hadn't been the best, so…read morewhen a friend chose this restaurant for her birthday happy hour, she was pleasantly surprised that I still wanted to come. My attitude was simple: it's about celebrating my friend. I'm so glad I did because this visit completely changed my mind. The restaurant's new location (where Mellow Mushroom used to be) is beautiful, spacious, and has a relaxed atmosphere that's perfect for gathering with friends. Since we were sharing, we sampled a little of everything, and it was all delicious. Favorites included the falafel, Lebanese moussaka, crispy Brussels sprouts with Aleppo date glaze, baba ghanouj, classic hummus, Rocca beet salad, and the fresh, flavorful fattoush salad. Every dish was colorful, well-seasoned, and perfect for sharing around the table. The drinks kept flowing, and everyone was having a great time. To celebrate the birthday, we finished with an orange olive oil cake and a rich dark chocolate cake with sauce--both were wonderful endings to a fantastic meal. A special shout-out to our server, Ariana, who was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind to everyone at the table. She helped make the evening even more enjoyable. This visit completely changed my opinion of the restaurant. Great food, a beautiful new space, excellent service, and a fun atmosphere made for a memorable evening. What a beautiful transition! We needed that. Thank you for proving me wrong--I will definitely be back!

Another great meal at Amar Mediterranean. We go the classic hummus, baba ghanouj, moudardara, and…read morearnabeet mekleh. It was all fantastic and the baba ghanouj was one of the best I've had. The pitas were amazing, they came to our table piping hot and billowing with hot steamy air. We also tried the tabouleh. For mains, the octopus on lentils was very good. The lamb chops were great with mint pesto and very puffy rice, tho they came out a bit over done (I ordered them medium and they were closer to medium well). The branzino was also good - a unique take on the dish with lentil sauce.

Loved the food and Victoria was great! And The food was so…read moredelicious. That was also delicious

Amazing spot. Good food, service, and vibes! We went for date night and loved it. Highly recommend…read moreif you're in SoFlo!

I had heard great things about La Vie Mediterranean from my friend, who has visited several times,…read moreso I finally decided to join a group of about 8 of us from different countries to try it for myself. I'm glad I did! The location is in the Home Depot shopping center, so it may not be the most prime location, but parking was easy and convenient, and it's close to the surrounding neighborhoods. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by a very friendly and respectful host. The restaurant was nicely done, and even though we arrived a little early before the dinner rush, the atmosphere was already great. We were seated right away, and both our server and the manager came over quickly to make sure everything was taken care of. We ordered a great variety of appetizers for the table baba ghanouj, hummus, falafel, kibbeh, labneh, and fresh bread. Everything looked beautiful, smelled amazing, and tasted even better. I ordered the lamb kabab with rice, and honestly, it was so good I didn't want to share it with anyone. The music was great, the atmosphere was comfortable, and the service was fantastic. I was especially impressed with how involved and attentive the manager and server were throughout the meal. If you love Mediterranean or Middle Eastern food, or you simply enjoy trying different kinds of food, I definitely recommend giving La Vie Mediterranean a try. In my opinion, this is easily one of my top three Middle Eastern restaurants on the East Coast. Great food, great people, great service, and a really enjoyable experience. One tip: come hungry and leave room for the meal and definitely try several different appetizers! The owner really nailed it with this place. Highly recommended!

My friends treated me to dinner at La Vie and we had such a fun night! We shared a bunch of…read moredifferent dishes, including the Kefta Kabob, Kids Chicken Kabob with Fries, pita bread, labneh, hummus, and a few others. Everything we tried was delicious and it was the perfect place to share a bunch of plates. The dancer was also amazing! She was incredibly talented and added such a fun energy to the restaurant!!! I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend La Vie if you're looking for a fun dinner with friends.

It's been years since I have been here but every time I come it is always refreshing and delicious…read more Got the ferdos sampler and escargot. It was perfect for two people. Tabouli was fresh and the grape leaves packed with stuffing. So good! I will be back. Escargot was buttery/garlicky and same consistency of calamari. The sampler has stuffed grape leaves, hummus and tabouli.

Kept seeing this Lebanese restaurant along Federal Hwy and finally had the rare opportunity to try…read moreit. I've had mediterranean food plenty of times but never Lebanese coffee but knew it was super strong. The waitress made traditional Lebanese coffee in a mini metal kettle or Rakweh, presented on a gold colored metal serving tray. I poured the thick black coffee into a small porcelain cup. The taste was extremely strong, nothing at all like cuban coffee. Aside from the coffee, they have a ful traditional Lebanese menu including a great drink special - Monday thru Thursday all day Sangrias for only $6.00.