Arabesk - lebanese food in München

Very nice atmosphere with good music and very warm service. The food came quickly and was very tasty.

Our second year here for our Chef’s Christmas party and still, wow! You can’t go wrong here. I’ll be going back here soon as a paying customer.

We were there for the first time today, the atmosphere is harmonious, the service was extremely accommodating, and the food was authentic and simply great! We'll definitely be back soon!

Big disappointment - poor service and small portions Our visit to this restaurant was a huge disappointment. We were a group of 24 people and had agreed everything verbally in advance, but unfortunately nothing was kept. The biggest problem was the waiting time: we had to wait almost two hours for our food, even though we had made a reservation. When the food finally came, the grill plates we ordered were incomplete - both the fries and the rice were missing, even though we had specifically ordered them. When we asked, we only received an unfriendly and unhelpful answer. In addition, the portions were far too small for the price. We definitely expected more, especially from a restaurant known for its grilled dishes. Unfortunately, the taste didn't make up for the many shortcomings. All in all, a disappointing experience that was not offset by either the service or the quality of the food. Definitely not recommended!

It was very tasty, I can't complain about anything. Fast and nice service, very traditional and you felt very comfortable. The price was worth it!!

I can't complain about anything, It was super tasty and definitely worth it for the price!!👍🏻 It was also very traditional, so you felt very comfortable

The ambience is extremely beautiful and very stylishly furnished. However, the food was not that authentic and tasty and expensive for the price-performance ratio.

Very tasty food and a super nice restaurant. I would do it again at any time 😊

Very tasty food and nice service, the ambience is also very appealing. We shared an appetizer platter and everything was delicious. The main course and dessert were also very good. I don't understand the 4.1 as an average.

The atmosphere of the place is nice, but the food and service are bad and the prices are high

I like the decoration of the place but unfortunately the service wasn’t good and the food not delicious.

This place was on my list for way to long. Because I missed out on amazing food. We had dinner quite early, around 5pm therefore no one else was in the restaurant and we practically had a private dinner;) We got the mixed vegan starter with different small starters and they all are super recommendable, especially the hummus was to die for. My main dish was spinach and rice and it was seasoned super well. Also a nice touch is that the menu is largely vegan and vegetarian. Overall the restaurant is super pretty and nice to look at, so definitely come visit this place.

The manager is not customer oriented

In town and ordered delivery, everything was absolutely fantastic, the foul, tabouleh, hummus, labneh, lentil/rice/onion, zaatar & cheese manoushe, and the chocolate pistachio baklava was one of the best things I’ve had in awhile. Will be hard not to order this again before we leave!!

Overall a great restaurant! + great atmosphere + great selection of dishes, also vegan: vegetarian 🌱 + tastes great We ordered the vegetarian appetizer platter. Unfortunately we got fried dumplings with minced meat, which I only noticed after biting into them... a no-go. However, we were given the vegetarian version afterwards and were apologized several times.

Great restaurant. Delicious and great ambience. We had the number 30 starter with all sorts of things. Was very filling. Then the main course with chicken. We can definitely recommend it.

We visited this restaurant with high expectations as it was recommended to us several times. Unfortunately, the experience was anything but satisfactory. As soon as we arrived, there were initial ambiguities: At the entrance there was a small tablet and a sign asking guests to wait until they were seated. A woman was already waiting in front of us, but no one paid any attention to her - or to us. Several minutes passed as a waitress walked past us several times without noticing us. Finally a man came in, briefly used the tablet and then disappeared without a word. After more than ten minutes, we decided to take action ourselves and went downstairs, where we finally spoke to a waiter who then took us to our table. Service continued at the same slow pace. Even though the downstairs area was only about two-thirds full, it took a long time for our order to be taken. The drinks were particularly slow to arrive: guests who arrived after us received their orders more quickly. One of the drinks we ordered was only brought with the meal, and another that we had ordered didn't come at all - despite waiting over 30 minutes. About the food: We both ordered the grilled skewer, which according to the menu is served with pepperoni. However, these were missing from both dishes. Our waitress wanted to reorder them, but after waiting 15 minutes we asked again. Another waiter finally brought them - unfortunately lukewarm and completely raw. The meat itself was excellent, but was already cold by the time the dish was complete, which significantly diminished the enjoyment. My cocktail, a Strawberry Caipiroska, arrived a few minutes after dinner. The menu promised Absolut Vodka, strawberry and lime - what I received was basically a glass of vodka with a quartered strawberry and a wedge of lime. In terms of taste, it's a bitter disappointment if you're expecting a fruity drink. After all, exactly what was on the card was delivered - albeit in the simplest possible form. Another "highlight" of the evening was the chaos between the staff and the numerous delivery drivers who apparently had problems with their orders. At least the loud argument provided some entertainment during the endless waiting times. Conclusion: The food - especially the meat - tasted great, but the rest of the experience was simply frustrating. Disorganized service, long waiting times and an overall disappointing implementation of the food and drinks lead me to the conclusion: once and never again. With the large selection of restaurants in Munich, there are definitely better alternatives.

Looks and tastes good! Lots of vegan options.

We went for lunch on a winter Sunday after we discovered that all affordable eating places in the nearby English Garten were outdoor ones. There was no need for a reservation. The food was delicious, I liked the spinach with rice and my kids enjoyed the rice with tomato sauce from the kids menu. The waiter was warm and friendly.

We were there today and were thrilled! Great ambience and very tasty food… we’ll definitely be back 👍

Were there for a birthday party, the food was great. If I understood correctly, there is a book dance performance every Saturday for 30 minutes with extremely loud music, something to keep in mind.

Was very tasty! But if you need WiFi, there is no WiFi downstairs

We were in Arabesk to grab late lunch. It was around 15:00 and had no problem to get a table. Me, my girlfriend and our baby were welcomed by the staffs who were very friendly to us and had no problem at all to provide us with a "bigger table" so we can have more space for the baby. The interior Design of Arabesk is top notch! Feels like you are indeed in Libanon :) They have various options of traditional libanese foods and also lots of vegetarian / vegan options as well. After ordering we got our dishes quite fast and they were also delicious! You have to try the falafel there! One of the best in Munich so far! After enjoying our dishes we left Arabesk with happy tummy. Definately worth the visit!

We were there on Friday. Our service was sweet, the food was amazing and the ambience was like something out of the 1001 nights. I'm looking forward to the next visit.

Something different and very tasty. It took a while until we were able to assign all the dishes on the Spwise menu. But the food was very tasty. The service could have stopped by a little more often. The three of us shared the appetizer platter for two people. Unfortunately it was not possible to design this for 3 people. We then simply ordered other little things (falaffel, toast).

We had an exceptional culinary evening here with very tasty food and very pleasant conversations with the owners. The meat was very tender and tasted particularly good. All meze were of the finest quality. Thank you for this lovely evening.

Everything was great, but the price for another portion was way too high at 5.50.

Enjoyed the experience and the staff were friendly

We celebrated our birthday and wedding. We had the room just to the right of the entrance. Excellent food (many different starters and many different main courses) Great tea and delicious drinks. There were over 30 people and everyone was overwhelmed by the space, the food and the polite and very accommodating staff! The crowning glory was the belly dancer. She was a beautiful dancer who danced fantastically! We would like to say a big thank you to the owner and the entire staff! You gave us and our guests an unforgettable evening! Thanks for that! We'll be back🤩👍 Kind regards, Christian and Angie

It was a wonderfully beautiful evening with a culinary meal that left nothing to be desired. I would love to come back! The staff was very attentive and very friendly 👍

The food is excellent but the price is very high

Authentic, beautifully oriental furnishings. Delicious Arabic cuisine, great value for money. Very friendly service.

Super delicious food and you can spend a nice relaxing evening there.

Delicious food in a great atmosphere. The service was fine. I can recommend a visit here.

The food was very tasty and the portions were completely sufficient...but it takes a long time to get to the table

I can't understand the bad reviews at all. Today I was eating there with my mom. We sat in the basement and I found it really comfortable. Yes, there was no window, but the ambience was still cozy. Dimmed light, just the way I like it when I want it to be cozy. The food came relatively quickly and the waitress was really friendly. We had two starters that were delicious and two vegetarian main courses. The portion was sufficient and well seasoned. I'll be happy to come back and hope that none of the bad comments come true. 😋 What I also have to admit: there is still room for improvement when it comes to the cleanliness of the toilets.

I was very satisfied with the good food and the pleasant oriental ambience! I would love to come back ☺️

I had reserved and according to the homepage it was 49€ pp. The next morning (day of reservation) I received unnecessary calls that were really annoying at some point. Luckily I couldn't answer it and replied to his message in writing, in which he unfortunately couldn't form a German sentence, he suddenly changed the price from 49 to 89, even though I didn't even want this song to go with it and this was on the home page didn't stand. When I pointed out to the gentleman that this would be deception according to the law, he sent me a photo of a poster made in Arabic script, which is really ridiculous because just because I am Arab myself doesn't mean that I necessarily have to be able to read the script …. 5 minutes later my reservation was canceled because this uncultured man had no understanding of the fact that I didn't have to pay 89€ pp for such an event that I hadn't reserved, since I would have paid for 4 people and we didn't want to hear this strange singing just food. Conclusion I was there 7 years ago and back then it was already underground, this hasn't changed in 2024/25 either. If this is denied, I will of course post the photos and of course make the cell phone number unrecognizable so that people only see 888 at the end.

Very good food, came quickly, very great service. Dear boss, had a very friendly chat with us. 12/10

Top food and super nice service.

I recently went to Arabesk and I just loved it! The restaurant impresses with its warm, inviting ambience and an authentic atmosphere that perfectly reflects the charm of Lebanese culture. The food was an absolute delight - every dish was freshly prepared and excellently seasoned with the typical flavors of Lebanese cuisine. You can taste the attention to detail and the quality of the ingredients in every bite. The service also deserves high praise: attentive, warm and always striving to ensure the guests have a perfect evening. For lovers of Lebanese cuisine and anyone wanting to try something new, a visit to Arabesk is an absolute must. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

The service staff is completely unprofessional in dealing with customers Although the food was good

We had a wonderful New Year's Eve dinner at Arabesk! The service was very courteous and attentive, the food was incredibly tasty, by far the best falafel I have ever eaten! The owner Karim gave us a pack of falafel to say goodbye! Vegan requests were addressed immediately. We'll definitely be back soon! Arabesque or better said - AraBEST 😏

Best Lebanese in the city. Karim is the best 👌🏽 Best falafel 🧆

I celebrated New Year's Eve with friends at Arabesk and it was the BEST decision! :) The ambience is beautiful, the service couldn't be better and the food tastes great. Everything is freshly prepared and you can tell. And the owner is really a kind person. :) Everything was great!!!

The food was good, but the manager's attitude, disrespect and unhospitality undid all the good the chefs do. Never stepping a foot in that restaurant again.

Best Arabic food in town, abit pricey

I will start with the positives, the food is good and the staff is friendly and maybe on a different day this would be a 4 star review. The negatives: Service: the food took forever while the restaurant was at 50-60% capacity at best by the time we ordered. I mean, cold mezze should NOT take 40+ minutes to be served. Other reviews mentioned slow service and it is real. Again, I feel bad for the staff (the young lady who served us) and they are indeed understaffed or simply inefficient. Food portion: we ordered the mezze "Royal" for 2 and instead we got 'taster' platter (in my books at least, see picture). Similarly for the mixed grill, the kefta shish is either too small which would be horrendous or half of it fell on the grill and the chef never bothered to make another one, again see the picture. Price: I mean 9€ for a 0.75L bottle of water is theft, simple as that. If the service was efficient and the mezze platter was slightly bigger, I wouldn't have bothered much about the price, but unfortunately this was hard to swallow. All in all, I wouldn't bother with this place if I'm ever back in Munich again.

I was there with my husband on Saturday and we were very positively surprised. Food, service, belly dance show, everything was just perfect and we had a very nice evening. I had the opportunity to chat with the restaurant owner, a very, very nice personality who continues his life's work very proudly and from the heart.

The food is super tasty, but in terms of price it is really catastrophic. Asking for 4 pieces of kibbeh for almost 10 euros is really a lot. Hummus was almost as expensive, even though there really wasn't much on it

Very delicious dish Vairatty of every thing, Nice Arabic food Delicious restaurant Serving Lebanese Arabic dishes Labneh kibbeh, fattoush, stuffed lamb, and the end is tea Excellent seating was provided because we have an elderly man who cannot use the stairs

It was a very pleasant evening, nice service, food came quickly. Mezä enjoyed, mixed plate and Kebeh Labaniyeh is the highest league in Lebanese/Syrian cuisine, anyone who can do that has something 😉. So at its finest. We'd love to come back soon.

Our first visit was disappointing. The location is nice, but you're sitting down in the basement, where there are no windows, very dim light and stuffy. Service was somehow irritable and stressed. The starters were very small portions and expensive, but tasted ok. What didn't work at all were the lamb skewers. It smelled so strong that you could hardly eat it. Last but not least, the worst thing I found was the toilets, which were completely filthy.

The food is beautiful and delicious, the options are varied, and the staff are friendly and helpful. I recommend it, but take into consideration the situations.

The service was understaffed and everything took forever. The restaurant manager in the basement was quite inattentive, he could have stepped in. The starters were tasty, but the main courses were hardly seasoned. I suspect that the restaurant was overwhelmed by the pre-Christmas rush. I would otherwise describe it as an authentic Lebanese restaurant

We arrived last night with an 8.30 p.m. reservation. Starter came quickly - but I think waiting 90 minutes for a main course is a long time... The waitress also offered us 2 drinks on the house which she then simply forgot €109.65 for chicken which was really dry and rice with 2 dumplings 2 drinks 2 baklava is already hard.

Unfortunately we didn't eat anything, so it's difficult to estimate how it tastes. After about half an hour of waiting we were able to order and after an hour and a half the starter wasn't there yet and then we decided to pay for our drinks and leave. The restaurant was pretty full and you could tell that the waitresses had their hands full - so it would be completely understandable if the table next to us hadn't come after us and eaten before us. My recommendation - Skip this one, fella!

Overall, our first visit to Arabesk was unfortunately disappointing. It took 20 minutes until we got a card. We even got up to get one ourselves until a card was brought to us. Overall the service was very very slow and inattentive. For example, I would have liked to order a second drink, but no one came to see us for over 30 minutes. It took 2 hours until our food was finally served. The vegetarian starter selection was very tasty. Both of our main courses were a bit bland and not particularly well seasoned. The belly dancer was a nice interlude. Overall the music is a bit loud. Since we were there with a small child, we would no longer come by in this situation.

Very nice atmosphere and delicious food. Recommended for visiting. 🤗

One of the best Arabic shops with live music and belly dancers, the food and the price-performance ratio are top notch for Munich and I can't recommend it to anyone

As a Lebanese, I cannot recommend this restaurant. While it is well-branded and has a polished aesthetic, the food is unfortunately below average, especially given the high prices. The flavors are bland and fail to capture the essence of Lebanon’s rich culinary heritage. The price-to-taste ratio simply doesn’t add up. Here are some specific issues I encountered: * Batata Harra: The dish was overly oily, too soggy, and the extreme spiciness overwhelmed the flavors entirely. It needs to be crispier and more balanced. * Hummus: It lacked creaminess and was disappointingly bland. This foundational dish should set the tone for authenticity, but it fell flat. * Kebbe: The kebbe was too dry and tasted far from fresh. * Grilled Meats: Both the texture and flavor were off—the meats were too dry, making them unenjoyable. * Warak enab was too sour and not so fresh. Service could also be improved. The waitstaff were not as friendly or attentive as expected. My arak order was missed entirely, and despite checking the “birthday” option when booking, there was no acknowledgment of the occasion. Overall, while the restaurant may look appealing, the experience left much to be desired. There’s significant room for improvement in both food quality and service.

I have never eaten such delicious food, very nice atmosphere and very friendly staff, thank you again and again...

Best food in Munich, super tasty and very good quality again and again 😍

Very nice restaurant. The food is also highly recommended. Only 4 stars for the service because the starter and main course were served 5 minutes apart. In addition, it took a little longer for the starter to arrive. All in all, highly recommended and the food was delicious!

Very nice owner, super delicious food

Very good food, great location and super nice waiters!

You should remove the word “Fresh Juices” from your menu and write ONLY “Juices” because you don’t offer Fresh Juices. And you should get someone who knows Arabic coffee because if you order Arabic coffee, they will give you coffee beans with water.

It's ok, but as an Arab I wouldn't visit again. The food is delicious and the service is friendly. The portions are filling. However, the minced meat skewer tasted animal-like. The restaurant fits perfectly into the area.

The food is fantastic. The atmosphere is loving and stylish. The service still has room for improvement. The ladies were overwhelmed, didn't know where which food belonged, and often got in each other's way. Since I consider this restaurant to be one of the better addresses in Munich, I would strongly recommend that the operator provide additional training for the employees in order to make the experience better for the guest.

Nice ambience and good service. The food was good too. 👍🏻

Really delicious food! Super friendly hospitality!

A special team day with a great meal at Arabesk! A very nice, clean and well-kept restaurant. The food is authentic and very tasty. We were very impressed by both the starters for social sharing and the great main courses. The portions are generous and the prices are reasonable. The staff was very polite and accommodating. There was seating outside, inside upstairs or downstairs in a nice open space. The rooms have an oriental design and are nice and airy. Absolute recommendation.

Food lukewarm and relatively little. But also relatively expensive. Seemed warmed up. All in all not recommended.

Very good and authentic Lebanese cuisine. We have been coming to this restaurant for years and have never been disappointed. I can only recommend it, especially if you want to spend a nice evening with delicious food and a very nice atmosphere.

I had dinner here yesterday (again) and what can I say, it was, as always, a good decision. The location is beautifully decorated, with great attention to detail. There is a very large selection of different dishes. There is also a wide range for vegetarians. The food was incredibly tasty and very flavorful. The service is nice and courteous and not intrusive in any way, even if you order more over a long period of time.

Great atmosphere with great service and very tasty, healthy and fresh food

The atmosphere is very appealing and the service is absolutely top notch. People kept asking very politely whether everything was OK. The food was excellent and we had a really nice evening (online reservation was absolutely uncomplicated). A clear recommendation and I would be happy to come back at any time.

Was a wonderful experience. The ambience was right, great food and really unique. Super great staff!! Will definitely be repeated and is worth a visit for everyone.

A mega evening. Very nicely and stylishly furnished Friendly staff who will explain everything to you if you don't know the dishes exactly. And the food was excellent, nothing was missing. We'll definitely come back.

Masa Royal (vegetarian) was delicious!

Yesterday we went to the Arabesk Restaurant with friends and loved it! The atmosphere is cozy and authentic, the food is fresh and full of flavor. We were particularly impressed by the lamb and the meze starters. The service was friendly and attentive. One of the best oriental restaurants in the city – we would love to come back!

Top! Very friendly and very tasty...thank you very much

The food is good. However, the hot dishes were almost cold. Service is friendly although they are understaffed and you have to wait quite a long time for your food. What doesn't suit this Arabic restaurant at all is the music. Way too loud and more like bar/disco music.

It was good! Positively surprised. Staff was fast, friendly and attentive We took the big starter plate for our party of nine as an appetizer - it was a great way to engage

We ate here on a Saturday evening...The ambience was really very appealing, the service was absolutely top, we kept asking if everything was right, the food was perfect, delicious...We didn't miss anything... Later we were "surprised" by a belly dancer, which is probably always on Saturdays... that was also an additional experience, wow!... the only thing that was a bit annoying was the already loud music... Thank you very much, we'll be back.

It was a very nice evening with very good food. Tried Lebanese cuisine for the first time and were amazed by the variety. Gladly again 👍

The food, the restaurant, and the reception are very elegant, and the food is delicious and tastes of delicious Levantine food

Great place to taste the delicious Lebanese cuisine. Super service from the gentleman from Iraq, who takes care of all your needs. Since this restaurant opens for breakfast brunch with Manaqeesh Arabic bread, it has become a very interesting place to eat. Also, the fact that you now can eat at the rez-de-chaussée level and in the summer outside. Offers all kinds of alcoholic beverages, including Arak and Lebanese wine.

Very irresponsible service towards couriers🤬🤬😡😡🥱🥱

Very friendly service, delicious food, in a nice and pleasant atmosphere *****

Very nice, except for the moussaka, it did not suit our taste, the taste of the sauce was overwhelming, and their tea was the winner 🥇

The restaurant in the basement is super nice. Unfortunately, if you have to sit upstairs in the small part, it is very loud, too dark and the waiters are very stressed. Had a good experience downstairs, not a second time upstairs!

My mother celebrated her 50th birthday yesterday with her family and friends. The restaurant offers an excellent experience: the food is very tasty and authentic, with lots of flavor and fresh ingredients. The staff is extremely friendly and attentive. The ambience is beautifully decorated. Overall a wonderful place for lovers of Lebanese cuisine. My mother had a wonderful birthday and they even played 2-3 songs so everyone could dance. A big recommendation for everyone👍🏼

Absolutely catastrophic. You can't see your dinner because it's so dark. A bottle of water (0.75) costs 9 EURO!! and the food is mediocre.

Very friendly service, the food was excellent! We would love to come back

Very nice restaurant and super delicious food! Always my pleasure

I can only recommend... very tasty

Inside everything is very authentic and beautifully decorated. The music fits in perfectly and adds even more flair. Owner and service very hospitable and accommodating, and last but not least; the food tastes wonderful!!

The food was very good and the ambience is as you would imagine with the meal. The service was very quick and everyone was very friendly.

Waited 1 hour for food and still the waitress is totally unfriendly and even chews her gum while talking. Portions are very small and the meat is nothing special for the expensive price. If the atmosphere wasn't so nice, it would be the worst restaurant I've ever been to. Not recommended!