A restaurant where Lebanon tastes different.
This is more than just a restaurant chain — it’s a whole gastronomic story. Founded by Mireille Hayek in Beirut, it has become a symbol of the modern interpretation of Lebanese cuisine.
Today, Em Sherif restaurants can be found in London, Monaco, Dubai, Kuwait, and other cities — and everywhere, they maintain a perfect balance between tradition and modernity.
From the very first step, you realize you’ve entered far more than just a restaurant. The interiors are thoughtfully crafted down to the smallest detail: mosaics, chandeliers, and textiles that evoke the Middle East, yet together they feel like a modern art space.
This is a place where lunch or dinner becomes an event. Here, no one rushes — here, they savor.
At Em Sherif Beirut, freshness isn’t just a standard — it’s a true cult. All vegetables and herbs are delivered daily from local Lebanese markets, the meat is carefully sourced from trusted farmers, and the seafood comes straight from the morning catches along the Mediterranean coast.
You won’t find anything “from yesterday” here: every dish is made with ingredients that were, quite literally, at the market just a few hours earlier. This is exactly why the restaurant’s cuisine carries such a vivid, authentic flavor — one that you can taste in every bite.
The Em Sherif experience often comes in a set-menu format: dozens of dishes served one after another. It’s a gastronomic performance where you sample everything in small portions — from hummus to grilled fish and desserts.
In Kuwait, for example, a set of 30 dishes costs around 25 KWD (~$80) per person, excluding alcohol. It’s not just dinner — it’s a deep dive into the culture of flavor.
Cocktail Menu
The bar at Em Sherif Beirut is not just an addition to the cuisine — it is a performance of its own. Every cocktail is created as a continuation of Eastern gastronomy: light citrus aromas, floral infusions, spices and herbs that feel like a journey through Lebanon.
The menu includes both signature creations and modern interpretations of the classics. For example:
Individual dishes in other locations also come with transparent pricing:
Beirut (Em Sherif Café): dinner for one ~$30–35 without alcohol.
Abu Dhabi (Em Sherif Sea Café): average check for two ~$28–30.
London (Harrods): hummus or small mezze from ~$20–22, hot dishes priced higher.
In London or Monaco, the format leans closer to fine dining, so a full dinner with wine can easily come to $120–150 per person.
Today, the kitchen is led by Yasmina Hayek, daughter of the founder. She doesn’t simply reproduce recipes — she searches for forgotten techniques and adds contemporary accents. Her philosophy is to preserve and pass on culture through flavor, while making it look and feel modern.
Why People Come Here
The flavor experience: dozens of dishes in a tasting format.
The atmosphere: a blend of luxury and homeliness.
Different settings: from a seaside rooftop in Beirut to the prestigious Harrods in London.
Pricing: relatively affordable in Lebanon (~$30), higher in Europe (~$100).
Em Sherif is more than a restaurant. It’s a journey into the culture of Lebanon — one you can experience through flavor, atmosphere, and every thoughtful detail.
Some come here for celebration, others for a business dinner — but everyone leaves with the same feeling: that food can be a form of art.
Location: Damascus Street, Monot, Beirut, Lebanon
Phone: +961 70 919 119
Opening hours:
Daily: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
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