When one thinks of Lebanese food, one thinks of Al- Amar, whose offerings include mezze (a variety of either hot or cold dishes in small portions), traditional Lebanese salads, chawarma and of course raw lamb meat dishes for the more adventurous. Step into this restaurant and you’ll be met with tasteful red furnishings and exotic ornaments; there’s also a seating area by the balcony, from which you can enjoy your meal with the view of the ever thriving Jalan Bukit Bintang.
Awards
Al-Amar was voted Best Middle Eastern in the Time Out KL Food Awards 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. It was also specially commended in the same category in 2009. Al-Amar was shortlisted in the Best Independent Restaurant category in 2010, and Pierre Chahda was shortlisted in the Outstanding Chef of the Year category that same year as well as in 2012. Joseph Afaki was nominated Best Restaurateur of the Year in 2012. Chef Michel Karam was shortlisted Outstanding Chef of the Year in 2011. Our food awards are 100% voted for by the people of KL. This way, we guarantee that popularity and consistent performance are rewarded.
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