Phoenician Taverna

Upscale casual Lebanese restaurant consistently ranked among Cincinnati's best, owned by Wassim Matar. Open kitchen with everything made fresh in-house—hummus, falafel, kibbi nayah, sujok sausage, lamb cabbage rolls. Fresh-baked pita arrives complimentary at every table. Matar visits guests nightly, sharing passion for his native Lebanese cuisine. Extensive vegetarian options. Robust wine list featuring Lebanese selections. Reservations recommended on weekends.