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Lebanese Taverna -Westover
The original restaurant of Lebanese Taverna, this recently renovated location is a local favorite. Lebanese Taverna serves authentic Middle Eastern fare in a casual yet stylish setting. The menu boasts over 25 appetizers and salads as well as a variety of grilled lamb, beef, chicken and fish entrees. There is a large selection of vegetarian dishes, too. To complement your dining experience, choose from our award-winning wine list or specialty cocktails. The restaurant is child-friendly and great for groups of all sizes.
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55 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 55 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(35)
- kid-friendly(14)
- special occasion(12)
- fit for foodies(11)
- good for groups(8)
- great for lunch(6)
Lebanese Taverna -Westover Reviews List
Review 1 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A very nice Mother's Day....
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Just perfect for the Moms and their kids. Great choice of items on the special Mothers' Day menu...very interactive for the kids (5 & 11). Just perfect!!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Traditional Middle Eastern
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always enjoy an outing to LebTav at Westover, one of the first and still one of the best Middle Eastern restaurants in the area. This is authentic "ethnic" cuisine at reasonable prices. Check it out!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
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Review 3 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best restaurant in Arlington.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The best restaurant in Arlington. The food and service is always excellent."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The hostess brought out a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The hostess brought out a great birthday treat for my friend! The staff is always so helpful."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 5 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
VERY disappointed (fr a former fan)
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I used to love this restaurant, but the new menu offers about a third of what they used to have, which is a problem when you go there for mezza. Also, items that used to offer a nice portion of food have been reduced significantly. As an example, we were accidentally brought the old shrimp appetizer (6-8 grilled shrimp in a gorgeous sauce)before the waiter realized the mistake and brought the new version, which has 3 shrimp on a bed of couscous."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2004
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Review 6 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lebanese Taverna never disappoints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lebanese Taverna never disappoints and the Westover restaurant is cozy and comfortable. We enjoyed having a non-traditional Easter meal. Glad to see the new chairs!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Lebanese in NoVA!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always great to go to the Taverna and so glad they now take reservations! Great wine selection on half price wine Mondays!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Happy with our dinner!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were surprised and delighted with the food and the service."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very much enjoyed our evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very much enjoyed our evening here! The staff was very friendly. Food was excellent and got good recomendations from our waiter"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A very wonderful place to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A very wonderful place to relax and enjoy amazingly delicious meals!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love the food, which is
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love the food, which is why we keep returning. The table was not great - too close to the bar - and we felt a bit crowded. The Fettoush salad was not as good as in the past, but everything else was delicious."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was great and we
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great and we were not rushed to turn our table. We lingered through the night and had a great experience. The hummus trio was a hit!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent, friendly, and efficient
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent, friendly, and efficient service. Restaurant manager/partner came to our table and spoke with us as we left. Waiter was familiar with the food on menu and made good suggestions without imposing. The food was good and plentiful. There was parking, and the location is easily accessible to Arlington, Falls Church, Fairfax, and even Washington, DC via Route 50 and Washington Blvd. I highly recommend. Good value for price."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
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Review 14 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
meh
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been struggling with this review a bit. I usually love the Lebanese Taverna, but I have only been to their DC and Tyson's locations.
As far as this Arlington location goes, it was just was okay. Maybe I expected more because I went in comparing it to their other locations, but honestly I did not find it to be as good. First, it was very small and crowded. Uncomfortably so. We could not eat without constantly bumping into each other and to those around us. Our server was abrupt, and at times on the rude side. Our party of 5 all enjoyed our meal, but no one found it to be great. The best thing we had was the chicken shawarma appetizer. My chicken kabob entree was dry and chewy. Given the demeanor of our server, there was no w"
As far as this Arlington location goes, it was just was okay. Maybe I expected more because I went in comparing it to their other locations, but honestly I did not find it to be as good. First, it was very small and crowded. Uncomfortably so. We could not eat without constantly bumping into each other and to those around us. Our server was abrupt, and at times on the rude side. Our party of 5 all enjoyed our meal, but no one found it to be great. The best thing we had was the chicken shawarma appetizer. My chicken kabob entree was dry and chewy. Given the demeanor of our server, there was no w"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
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Review 15 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
always dependable. this is
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"always dependable. this is the original and still the best of the tavernas."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were looking (late) for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were looking (late) for a Valentine's Day place and we both liked the Lebanese Taverna at Tysons and in Arlington. We had reservations for 7:00 P.M. and the place was full (not a surprise.) The Valentine's special included an unlimited choice of mezza options and we ordered eleven - in groups of three or four. The portions were ample and both my wife and I sampled everything - and enjoyed every
choice. Even dessert provided three choices and we polished them off, too.
choice. Even dessert provided three choices and we polished them off, too.
The Arlington "Taverna" is the original restaurant and it has the flavor of the Middle East and our Egyptian waiter added to the atmosphere, was prompt and efficient.
We'll be back!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went to dinner on Valentines
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went to dinner on Valentines Day. My wife and I really enjoyed the variety and quality of the menu. We are new to eating Lebanese food, and had quite a sampling of many good entree's. I would definitely recommend this place!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
LT in Westover is a great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"LT in Westover is a great neighborhood restaurant. I've always liked it there since we started going in 1999. They have done some remodeling since then but it still has character. Being of Lebanese descent but of a generation not having the time to roll grape leaves or cabbage rolls, I do enjoy eating Lebanese fare and their bread is some of the best around. They have also introduced me to other Lebanese dishes that my grandmother and mother never made. Their Salmon Mehshwi is absolutely delicious. I can also get my Kibbe Nayeh fix there. All around a very good restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice Neighborhood restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is probably the best location of the chain of Lebanese Taverna because of its neighborhood feel. The food was superb and the so was the service. The tables are clustered near each other which remind us the European restaurants. We had a great experience every time we come back to this location. Wished the host had acknowledged us with a quick goodbye when we left."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved the Valentine's Day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved the Valentine's Day dinner! Do this concept more often, so even us, the regular customers, can discover new dishes for our future dining visits. :)"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
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Review 21 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We ahd the hummos trio, spinach
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We ahd the hummos trio, spinach pies, falafel and grape leaves--all excellent, plus an excellent wine recommended by the staff. The real treat was that they brought us complimentary baklava and ice cream for dessert."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointed by new menu
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved this restaurant for the wide variety of choices especially mezzas. They have redone the menu, substantially shortening the mezza list. Three of our four favorites were gone. One is now presented as a sandwich with sides, one (shrimp arak) as an entree (with vegetables and couscous and increased price to match), and one (sambousek) is combined with two other mezzas. Shawarma is served as a sandwich with French Fries. For us, the menu has lost the special flavor, especially small plates, which made it different and fun. The waitstaff are helpful and prompt as before."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2007
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Lebanese Taverna -Westover
Based on the average of (33) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic