Syria · A Memorable Dining Experience in Old Damascus ☕️

🏛️ Nestled at the foot of Qasioun Mountain, this charming semi-open-air restaurant in the heart of Old Damascus offers not just delicious food but also the iconic Syrian shisha (water pipe) culture! 💨 Locals love to enjoy a puff—whether before or after meals—paired with strong Arabic coffee or tea. 🍽️ The Food Adventure: Tomato & Cucumber Salad 🍅🥒: Topped with mint leaves & mysterious brown flakes (still figuring that out!). Creamy Soup 🥣: Floating "dumplings" that surprise you—not what they seem! Golden Fried Pockets 🔶: Crispy square "bao" stuffed with savory fillings. Fragrant Rice 🍚: Always sprinkled with crushed peanuts for extra crunch! 🚫 The Not-So-Favorite: That ultra-oily, white-swirled hummus (chickpea paste)—a staple in every Syrian restaurant but... tastes like eating chalk to me! 😖 (Sorry, hummus lovers!) #LocalFavorite #ShishaLovers #SyrianFlavors #DamascusDining