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Have been an absolute fan of the Gharnem group since the early eighties after moving to Brisbane. My go to for visitors, birthdays & many other occasions in Brisbane (especially cocktails & nibbles at sunset at Portside) including visits to Melbourne 🥳 . Loved the atmosphere created & the owners & staff have always been generous of spirit, welcoming with my favourite foods & drinks. I convinced my two friends to change restaurants last Saturday afternoon & come to my favourite Byblos Brisbane - I was absolutely shocked at the abrupt & hostile reception from the hostess after my friends (one very ill but positive) biked in from Sandgate to meet up & share time together. Maybe 🤔 on reflection it was because we waited to see someone on arriving & as there wasn’t we used our initiative & took a seat as there were many spare tables which is unusual. The other staff were lovely. I feel she must have been stressed & needed a target - though it dampened our spirits as it affected all of us I hope she finds the necessary support to bring joy into serving those who support this joyful generous family business 🥂🙏🥂 My thanks to the waiter who introduced me to a very special cocktail it was delicious & beautifully presented.
Michelle HobmanMichelle Hobman
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Came here at the recommendation of friends and to try the kibbeh nayeh (in photograph) and in a nutshell I enjoyed myself most thoroughly. It was clean, wait staff were informative and knowledgeable with just enough attentiveness - the food was entertaining as well as true to the authenticity of Lebanese food and the venue decor was lovely. There is a good ratio of indoor and outdoor dining with cubicles available too. I dined with my friend and we had the 'Platter for two' @ $79 which showcased a pleasing variety of dishes picked from around the whole menu. The venue is opened out to the Brisbane River and lends a pretty backdrop of river-life. We booked our table for dinner for 6pm (it got really busy as the night progressed and we booked on a Wednesday!). All in all I thought Byblos was affordable and a perfect place to try authentic Lebanese fare with good hospitality. TIP: If you drive and park here at Portside don't forget you can validate your parking ticket here for 3 hours worth of parking :)
Jay ClarkJay Clark
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Absolute treat! The food was a real surprise for someone who previously did not eat Lebanese cuisine... but is now a ‘convert’. I’m assured by my better half, who has eaten Lebanese food before and is a ‘foodie’ - that’s its one of the best restaurants for this cuisine and it didn’t cost a fortune - no one walked away hungry! We went for leisurely lunch on a Sunday, located on the waterfront, great atmosphere, not crowded, excellent service and a good selection of wines / beverages (again at a reasonable price) rounded out a great dining experience. One tip - if you want to see the Brisbane River, pick a date when a cruise ship is not docked - as it will block the view and there’s a bit more noise than would usually be. There’s a lot of good restaurants in this area, but this is one to prefer if you have to pick. And if you’ve been hesitant to eat Lebanese food before - give this one a chance, get the share plates, and have your mind changed!
Adrian YeeAdrian Yee
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Negatives- One server spilt some of my cocktail as she was placing it on the table, which was annoying as they're expensive. Another server dropped a dirty knife in my lap, another forgot my beer order and had to be reminded 10 minutes later. Finally, we were kept waiting around 35 minutes for our dessert order and had to remind three separate staff about it. Eventually, we had to leave due to the parking timer and they brought the desserts out in containers. However, when we got home we realised the ice cream was missing. Portion sizes were also tiny for almost $15/dessert (see attached photo). It was disappointing not to receive any kind of compensation/discount for these issues. Positives- Most of the savoury dishes were incredible, the serving staff were friendly, and we got to choose our own table.
Mikayla BMikayla B
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Byblos is an enjoyable place to go for a meal. The service was exceptional. Gotta love a place that gives you meals with dips like hummus and garlic sauce, and unlimited bread to soak it all up. That always seems to be something you can’t get enough of when you go to eastern Mediterranean places, and this place has you covered. The wings were tiny bits a lemony goodness that left you craving for more, and the lamb fillet shish was tender as “fork”. The shish tawook was a little underwhelming compared to other places I’ve been to before, but not enough to disappoint me, and the majority of the table seemed unfazed by it. If you gotta impress a certain someone with a tasty meal, this is the place for you. Great ambiance. Excellent service. Just what you expect from a restaurant at that price.
Javier RojasJavier Rojas
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Mmm always a winner. Delicious food and great service too. There are plenty of vegetarian options to choose from. When we ordered two of the tapas (there are 3 pieces per tapas) the waiter offered us to choose a 3rd tapas and give us 2 of each rather than fighting over who gets the last piece of each plate. I really appreciate this kind of gesture, especially because it means I get to try more of the items on the menu! The trio of dips is fantastic too, I polished the baba ganouj. Parking can be a challenge, and the entire underground carpark was full despite taking a few laps. I'd recommend booking earlier if coming for dinner.
Jodie FairJodie Fair
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Address
39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia
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+61 7 3268 1998
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brisbane.byblosbar.com.au
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Cocktails and Mediterranean dishes in a luxe setting with a breezy terrace overlooking the river.
attractions: Hercules Street Park, Hamilton Park, Northshore Brisbane, restaurants: Portside Wharf, The Hamilton Hotel, Sono Japanese Restaurant | Portside Wharf, Fosh Bar & Restaurant, Cafe 63 Ascot, Gusto da Gianni, Hosokawa Japanese Restaurant, H Cafe & Bar - Portside, 5 Boroughs Ascot, Enjoy Inn Hamilton

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