Al-dar in Hannover

The restaurant was packed with various groups, and we were one of them. The staff was overwhelmed. Pre-ordered items arrived, but special requests, like a non-alcoholic beer, took forever or didn't arrive at all. The food was delicious and more than plentiful. Wine and water were constantly refilled.

Very good (was there Saturday lunchtime)

Highly recommended, great food, friendly service... we will definitely come back

Overpriced and you don't get enough for the money. More for those who have no idea about Arabic food and want to experience pseudo Arabia...

The Syrian restaurant Al-Dar near the main train station is a beautifully designed restaurant with oriental mosaics and atmospheric light displays. The atmosphere is pleasant, even if the restaurant is often very full and therefore occasionally a bit noisy. The service is friendly and attentive, although there can be longer waiting times when the restaurant is at full capacity. The menu offers a wide selection of Syrian specialties, including a large appetizer platter with various dips, falafel, kibbeh and freshly baked flatbread. The portions are generous - in our case, a plate for two people was easily enough for three. I was particularly impressed by the lamb plate. The meat was excellently seasoned and perfectly fried, the rice served with it was prepared Syrian style with small mini noodles and was incredibly aromatic. The saffron sauce and Syrian aioli were a wonderful addition, along with baked bread, a kind of lahmacun and fresh parsley salad. The portion was so big that we had to have the rest packed up. The drinks menu is also very well put together. The restaurant offers an excellent selection of wines, which my companions really liked. For me personally, the homemade lemonades and Syrian teas were a nice alternative. The prices at Al-Dar are high. A starter plate costs 24.90 euros per person, the lamb plate was 24.90 euros. Given the quality of the food, this is justified, but you should be aware that dinner here is a little more expensive. Overall, Al-Dar offers a wonderful taste experience with high quality food, a nice ambience and a large selection of drinks. If you don't mind the slightly higher prices and possible waiting times, you will be able to enjoy a great Syrian meal here. A clear recommendation for lovers of oriental cuisine!

Very nice restaurant with good food and a friendly atmosphere.

My favorite Syrian in town. Great food. Authentic ambience. Prices completely reasonable. I'd love to come eat here.

Super delicious food, great starters, nice atmosphere - highly recommended!

Despite having a reservation, we were turned down at the door. The response to our questions from the service staff was unseemly and inappropriate. For him, the customer is no longer king and waiting times are normal despite reservations. If the service setting does not change, I can only advise against a visit. I am very, very disappointed and have the feeling that the service and therefore also the owner are fed up and think they can take advantage of something like this.

We reserved a table and didn't get the table. Absolute impudence

"A really great restaurant! The matzah platter was a perfect start - a large selection of fresh and delicious starters. My main course, the lamb, was wonderfully tender and juicy, with great spices. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was very pleasant. I'll definitely be back!"

Were here for the first time and very satisfied. Staff very nice and nicely decorated.

A restaurant where you can spend the whole evening: great atmosphere, delicious food and very friendly service. A real in-restaurant - busy even on a Monday. But even a full restaurant is handled with aplomb. Always happy and always fun.

Anyone who likes lamb will be happy here.

Nice restaurant ! Really good food and Nice people

Had dinner there yesterday. The waiter was pretending to be nice but I found the service over all bad! with respect t to the food reviews I'm surprised actually to see the 4.9 rate! I come from the middle east and I can easily judge the food. To start with.. I ordered pomegranate juice and instead I was served with what tasted like grape just! The waiter insisted that they don't have grape juice and what they served was pomegranate juice!. The waiter was nit happy when we advised that we will not be ordering appitizers. I ordered the mixed grill dish.. I explicitly asked them to cook the meet well done. Still the meat was medium rare! Waiter another 15 minutes the medium rare peice was slightly better and my platter was the same and the food was cold!!!. The food quality is below average I paid 29€ for the plate and had a small hair on it. You can get better quality Syrian food for half of this price and much friendly service in other restaurants. Bottom line.. not authentic Syrian food. Food quality is below average. Portions are small. Service is bad. The atmosphere is loud. Never back there again

Long wait for food Food was delicious and tasteful

Great atmosphere, incredibly authentic and tasty food. I would probably say it's the tastiest thing I've ever eaten. The mezze is amazing as is the homemade ice cream. Absolute heart recommendation.

Very friendly service, excellent quality

Loud like a train station, I missed music. Otherwise quite OK. Service was very nice, you are served quickly

The meal was a delight. The ambience and service were perfect. I've already planned my next time.

Yes, centrally located, good food and good service. A little too loud when it's full.

The Al-dar impresses with its authentic atmosphere, excellent food and extremely friendly service. From the start you feel welcome and well looked after. The mezze as a starter tastes excellent, only fresh bread would have rounded off the experience. The main courses are simply presented but full of intense flavors and spices. The homemade ice cream and Syrian desserts top it all off. Clear recommendation for anyone who wants to enjoy Syrian cuisine in Hanover!

I also observed that there was a noticeable difference in service. We six girls (some chic, some casual) were also treated a bit condescendingly by the waiter, in contrast to the table with the men in suits next door. The decor is beautiful, but it was unpleasantly loud and hectic. The starters were indescribably delicious but at €80 for two plates the price was very exaggerated. The vegetarian food was okay but poorly prepared. The fried dough was too dry and tough, the filling was not spicy but too salty. However, my friend's lamb was very well seasoned. I think the meat dishes more than live up to Al Dar's reputation. It was a wonderful evening, but that was mainly due to the company of my girls and the overpriced but exceptionally tasty starters. The homemade lemonade is highly recommended. The price-performance ratio is also right here.

We had the Mazza II for two people and it was amazing! Every bite was really delicious. They also have a nice backyard where you can enjoy the food on their terrace with nice weather. Waiter was also friendly. Would definitely recommend going here!

Gluten free is possible without any problems, very attentive, professional service.

This was our first time at Al-dar and we really liked it. The food and service were top notch, we felt welcome and were really pampered. 👌

The food is good but the service is very slow.

Attentive staff and delicious food. However, the starter impressed me more than the main course and dessert. However, in my opinion the prices are quite high (menu just under €40).

Great varied food, excellent service and stylish ambience, all in all a wonderful evening. We will definitely come back and look forward to it.

Always an experience. Great food with nice service in a special atmosphere. We'd love to come back. Thank you for the lovely evening.

Really nice restaurant with a great atmosphere and great service. The food was excellent, especially the fillet steak, cooked to perfection. The portions are generous, but the prices are a bit high. Still absolutely recommended!

We were there with a large group. We waited a bit for the food. The food itself was good. I found the tapas as a starter, especially the hummus, delicious. Main course a bit spicy. The ice cream for dessert is nothing special, but the yogurt with honey was good. All in all, a good restaurant for large groups

Menu Travel through Syria - nothing more is possible!!! Top!!!

There were 5 of us eating out and we were absolutely thrilled by the ambience, the super delicious food and the fantastic food! If we are in Hanover again, we will definitely come back.

Excellent service and extremely tasty food in an appropriate atmosphere

Vegetarian options are not worth the price.

With excellent service, a cozy atmosphere and excellently prepared food, you can only feel good here.

I was in this restaurant for the first time yesterday. Before my visit I always thought it was an Arabic restaurant with probably poor service. However, contrary to my imagination, Al-Dar is a real restaurant. The food and drink menu is professional and carefully designed. The waiters are professional and competent. The food is well prepared and shows the skill of the chef. For me, who has tried many Arabic restaurants in Arab countries, this is really a good Arabic restaurant.

We had the trip through Syria for two people. The starters are varied and delicious. The main course wasn't quite as diverse, but the three types of meat with two sauces and rice were grilled to perfection. We couldn't enjoy the dessert as much because our stomachs were full. But the ice cream flavors are definitely something completely different.

I went to Al-dar for the first time yesterday. My mother invited us here for her birthday. When we arrived, our jackets were taken away at the entrance. Wow, what service! We were escorted to our table, which was beautifully decorated for the birthday child. The waitresses were always friendly and very attentive. The food was amazing. Vegan, vegetarian or with meat. Everything was deliciously seasoned, cooked to perfection... I'll definitely be back. How could this restaurant have remained hidden from me for the last few years. Everything fits together here. Thank you for the lovely evening.

Four of us were at Al Dar in January 2025 and we are now all of the opinion that this was the last visit. We've all been there several times. The ambience is nice, the service was OK, but unfortunately the food is only partly tasty and some of it doesn't correspond to the menu. The Felafel and Kibbeh appetizers arrived what felt like 3 minutes after we ordered. However, they were still lukewarm. The “lamb mince” in the kibbeh, which you can only reach after cracking the leathery dough casing, was made from a very old, dry lamb and tasted rancid/strong. The pine nuts supposedly contained could not be found. But more on that later. The beetroot salad was drowned in vinegar and instead of pine nuts - you might have guessed it - there were chopped almonds. Felafel was also very dry and lukewarm. It actually tasted like little but still better and not quite as boring as kibbeh. Both starters were probably not freshly prepared and rather from the warming box, which would also explain their dryness and toughness. In terms of appearance and uniformity, I would even estimate convenience, but perhaps the balls were just prepared by the kitchen. The main courses were OK and as described. But now to the pine nuts: The waiter was asked about the missing pine nuts and then acted as if he was looking in his “electronic notebook”. He then informed us that the two starters did not have pine nuts. We didn't want to leave it like that and looked at the map again. Both dishes were topped with pine nuts. When we asked about it again, the waiter in the kitchen asked us and informed us that the pine nuts that were supposedly delivered from Lebanon had probably not arrived on time. That's it. No apology, no discount, everything charged in full. Well thank you! No, Al Dar won't see us again. Almonds instead of pine nuts are simply saving on raw materials and then trying to disguise it. That doesn't work at all.

From food to service to ambience, everything is top notch! We'll be back!

The food was very tasty and the waitresses were very friendly. We'd love to come back, but you should definitely make a reservation as the restaurant is very busy.

We were at al dar today and took the menu (with meat). It tasted very good and is really recommended to get an overview of the dishes. We'd love to come back!

The food is not good at all when you really know the test of the original!! I don't know how you caught grilled rice and rice in the same plate, and a raw tomato as well! Service is very good

Disappointed. Never again !!! Thanks

A perfect evening. “The Journey through Syria” is simply recommended. Thank you for diving into another world of taste.

Second time a guest at Al Dar. It was just a culinary dream. The service staff are extremely attentive and explain the food and drinks to the guests and ensure excellent service and always full glasses. 🍾 The kitchen knows its craft excellently. I'm definitely a huge fan of Al Dar and their Syrian food. 👍 Great courtyard, very nice atmosphere inside too and comfortable all around. This restaurant is simply first class and there is nothing wrong with it!!!! 👨‍🍳👌

1000 and 1 night! Thanks for the lovely evening!

Very good food in a very pleasant atmosphere.

Excellent taste, very well maintained tables.

A really nice shop with great furnishings that impress with an artistic aspect! The food was very tasty and there were vegetarian options :)

A culinary experience. Nice ambience. Great service.

Ate there with 8 people on December 23rd, 2024. Three of them ate the Syrian trip with mixed grill, all of them had starters and main courses of different types. Each of us was thrilled! The ambience is nice, the wines from Lebanon are good and somehow exciting, even if not cheap; the food was absolutely amazing! And the service was also really good.

Delicious. But I think the beer price is too high at over €5.20 for 0.4l. Otherwise everything was great. Service and also food

The trip to Syria, whether with or without meat, is always worth a visit. My tips are the parsley salad with lemon and the fig ice cream.

Super delicious food, service was super friendly & accommodating. Brilliant idea for more special occasions❤️

great, authentic food. The mezze in particular are highly recommended.

Great starters and very tasty main courses! I can also highly recommend the fig ice cream. A clear 5/5 – we would love to come back!

This excellent restaurant offers fine Syrian dishes. In addition to a dignified ambience, excellent service and delicious dishes, the reserved decoration emphasizes the tasteful character of this establishment. The menu makes you want more, the dishes and dishes are tempting and the tea excuses all sins. This is a clear recommendation to imitate AND repeat!

Super delicious food. Rather expensive. It was very busy so the service wasn't perfect but still good.

Was in Al Dar after a very long time, as unfortunately I no longer live near Hanover. It was just as excellent as on the first day, from the reception to the advice and then of course the quality of the food, it was simply a poem. Simply a beautiful restaurant.

Very nice atmosphere, very good food and very good service.

Extremely delicious food and friendly service. nothing to note

Everything is exceptional, the taste, the atmosphere and the service. Highly recommended libanese and sysian restaurant

We were there with a large group. Our wish to eat everything vegan/vegetarian was really fulfilled. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere. The food was delicious (especially the appetizers!) and the service was super attentive. Highly recommended!

As always.... Very nice and tasty

The Al-Dar is recommended without exception! The food (The Journey through Syria) is really very good and the service is top notch. We had a great evening as a family and were completely satisfied. Thank you!

small portions, expensive prices. not advised

We were served very friendly and courteously and the food tasted delicious! Absolutely recommended!

Went here for a nice family dinner and shared The Taste of Syria plate. Everything was delicious, but two sharing plates for 4 people was a bit too much food as we filled up on appetizers. Would recommend to anyone looking for a flavorful semi-formal meal.

The food is not eatable at all the meet in not clocked the salad is dry and the kubeh is full of oil !!! And the sambosah cheese is running like water and also oily

The food and service are a culinary highlight here. We would be happy to come back. We recommend you

Great food and nice staff. We had ordered the “trips”. 4-5 people were able to put together their meal from different bowls and plates in the middle of the table. Everything was extremely tasty and even the (purely) vegetarian food was 👌

The food is good, but you can get equally good food for less money elsewhere.

An astonishing place: a large mosque-type room, with a discreet entrance

Business trips, intimate togetherness... it doesn't matter. A dream and delicious, delicious, 😋

Delicious Syrian food. Best maqlooba I ever ate…Loved the ambiance. Excellent service from Mr. Abdulla ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ he deserves 5 stars.

Finally in Al-dar. Always heard great things and now managed to go. It's really nice inside and you feel welcome. Unfortunately, we were unlucky because the heating didn't work and we were really cold (especially since we were sitting at the window with our backs to the open room. It wasn't until almost at the end of our visit that the boss was told about it (we were told four different waiters) and then he brought a portable heater. Everything else in terms of service was great! Food: the starters are a dream and we were really looking forward to the main course, where we were a little disappointed. We decided on the 'Journey through Syria' and then ordered a grill mix and a fish plate. The grill mix was delicious with different meats, the fish plate only had one type of fish and wasn't salted enough and the vegetables weren't seasoned enough. Dessert/dessert was good.

I visited this restaurant that claims to serve halal food, but I was surprised that there were alcoholic drinks on its menu. In addition, the treatment of the staff was very poor and very unprofessional. I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a true halal experience and good service.

Very very good food! Friendly, accommodating

The food was significantly better. Our starters and main courses came so quickly that they couldn't possibly have been freshly prepared. 5 falafels with some hummus and iceberg lettuce on the plate cost €18.90. Unfortunately, the price and performance don't fit here. The most unpleasant thing, however, was the atmosphere. We sat upstairs and everything looked like a train station. Although it is clear that a restaurant is not empty on a Saturday evening, it was so loud that we could hardly hold a conversation at our table. For me, less would be much more - that's how we do it with the food here. Menus weren't available to all guests right from the start because the restaurant seemed fully booked. I can't understand many of the very good reviews. Yes, it's not a disaster and the starters advertised, for example, are really tasty. But the overall package has unfortunately deteriorated enormously in recent years and there are much better restaurants in Hanover.

Always 5 stars. The food is very authentic and delicious. The service is beyond reproach. Price/performance is perfect. An absolute tip.

Bombastically good food at a very, very high level! And very good, courteous service. Will definitely come back again and again!

Very nice local. Good food at a relatively affordable price.

The appetizer platter is good for trying out the various delicious dishes and will definitely fill you up.

Food is always very good, even if not exactly cheap. But sometimes it is very loud, which can be tiring

We visited this restaurant as part of a team meeting. At first glance, a restaurant of a higher level. We booked the majority of the menu for the Syria tour. The menu was varied and full of flavors, but unfortunately it didn't have the right spark (spice) that I've experienced in restaurants in Israel. The service was pleasant, just didn't care much about us, there were always empty glasses on the table and waiting for the service. Overall, I rate this restaurant above average, but expectations were higher.

A very nice atmosphere at a high level. Very polite and accommodating. Great service and a great meal. The menu trip is recommended.

All was just super. The food was just delicious

Incredible journey through the oriental landscape of Syria. We are very excited 🤩. A taste of old times that can hardly be found today.

It is good but not good enough for the prices

The food was very tasty and you can understand that the quality of the ingredients is top notch! It is quite expensive but I would come here every now and then for a special dinner night 😊

We were there with friends and became familiar with Syrian cuisine. The service is very friendly, we definitely recommend making a reservation as the store is always very busy. The orders were taken quickly and the food came very quickly. As a German, I cannot judge to what extent the food is authentic. All starters were delicious and the lamb dish as a main course was also very tasty. Traditionally in the Mediterranean area the meat is fried well, but it was still tasty and not tough. Overall it was a nice evening, if I could point out something it would be the fairly high volume, it's just a big shop. A little tip, the starter plate for two people is quite large, I had a hard time finishing my main course. You can easily take the leftover food with you.

The food, the staff, the decor is great! Only to recommend...

An all-round lovely evening, with delicious food.

An idyllic Syrian restaurant that's easy to miss with its hidden location. You can sit well both inside and outside and enjoy the delicious food

Very tasty, nice atmosphere and very nice service. Again and again.

Just cozy, delicious food and great service. Thank you for the lovely evening.