Layali Beirut

Very good Lebanese food. Fairly new to lebanese/Arab foods, but sofar loving it and this place helps. Best plain Hummus iv ever had. I had to ask for more. The fattoush salad very refreshing. The main course was the platter with chicken beef and lamb kebab. Very well seasoned and tender. Finished off with a desert called Knafeh. A lightly sweetened cheese desert. Great service. The atmosphere is small and very decorated, but at times can feel abit busy. The owner came out and greeted us, great guy.

Layali Beirut is a hidden gem in Astoria! The food is incredibly delicious, with authentic Lebanese flavors. The owner and staff are warm and welcoming, making you feel like family. The hookah selection is impressive, with great taste and smooth smoke. Only drawbacks: prices are a bit steep, and they didn't have everything on the menu when we visited. Minor complaints, though - overall, a fantastic experience.

Hands down one of my favorite spots in Astoria! I’ve been here multiple times and it never disappoints. The restaurant is super clean, the service is always top-notch, and the staff is warm and welcoming every time. This time I got the mixed grill platter, fried chicken & Lamb Shank with their signature white and green sauces — 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Everything was bursting with flavor, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented. The sauces take it to the next level! Layali Beirut has officially become my go-to restaurant whenever I want a great meal or need to impress guests. Highly recommended if you’re looking for authentic, flavorful food in a great atmosphere.

The food was good but terrible service. We barely saw the waiter. There was no water and we were really thirsty, but the waitress was chilling for herself in one of the couches. After a long wait, I asked one of the chefs who was passing by for water. They called the waitress to come over. When I asked for tap water she said they only have bottled water.

I was iffy at first coming here. But I gave it a shot anyway. The hookahs were good and the guy who made and served the hookahs was very nice. The hookahs were tasteful and greatly priced. Took us a little while to order because they only had 1 waitress. And the poor lady was on break so we didn’t want to interrupt. After ordering it took us a good 45 minutes to receive the entrees. Which wasn’t all that. I had the falafel sandwich with fries (dry). And my guests had the combo plate with meats and rice. Lamb chops were super small and was mostly fat on there. Bill was kind of high considering the size of the entrees. It is wheel chair accessible and kid friendly for the most part. The environment inside was clean & middle eastern themed which was pretty cool. Different than the rest of spots on the block.

We dined at the restaurant on a Thursday evening, arriving around 5:45 PM. We were seated promptly, and the host informed us that we could access the menu via a QR code. Ordering was straightforward and quick, as the restaurant was not busy. We tried the hummus and found it lacking depth and flavor-quite flat. Additionally, the interior had a damp smell and showed signs of wear; dust and stains were visible throughout, which made it difficult to capture any worthwhile photos. (I usually enjoy photographing dining spaces, but the condition of the place prevented any decent shots.) Special mention: None. Areas for improvement: 1. Conduct a thorough deep-cleaning of the premises. 2. Improve ventilation to eliminate the damp odor. 3. Hire a well-trained chef who specializes in the chosen cuisine.

Delicious food, chicken kebab is always the way to go, definitely recommend for a good dinner/chill calm vibes spot

I went for Hookah and the ambiance was good and a neat clean place. The Only Concern was there billing seems off. I looked at the price before ordering but didn't check the bill at the time (my fault). Went back again to clarify but seemed they were confusing me and gave me a duplicate bill but still didn't match what they had charged. When I asked they said it was the POS charges (which I have never experienced anywhere else). So will not recommend them or check the bill before paying.