Delicious Lebanese restaurant in Macclesfield 🙌 Try the Lamb Chops and you’ll not leave disappointed. They did a traditional dessert combination which we enjoyed. Also, we booked an hour before and it was very easy to get a table. There is a parking very close to the restaurant. We got some free Turkish delight (llokume). The staff is very friendly and the place offers a good atmosphere.
I’m really wishing to be more than five stars first off all the staff so friendly and they let you fell the comfort of the middle East then starters so testy and they are so generous and kind then food well cooked as well you fell the fresh test from first bite lastly dessert so lovely really Macclesfield they are luck they got this restaurant and definitely will revisit if I pass over again.
Thumbs up 👍
I think, because it is a bring your own booze, which works really well, that you only see the staff when they are delivering food. So if you are wanting soft drinks they aren't as attentive as you'd have in a different restaurant.
However that is the only negative, the staff are lovely, the food is amazingly tasty, not like any other restaurant I've experienced in Macclesfield. Simply unique.
The first thing you need to know is: it’s BYOB with no corkage fee. Secondly, it’s always bustling; make a reservation if you’ve got a group. Finally, share your mains. The portions are extremely generous and you’ll want to taste the everything.
The Fuls Medames and the Spicy Elaf Chicken were my two favourite dishes but I should say that the Hummus disappeared almost as soon as it arrived on the table.
Excellent food (generous portions) and service. The restaurant is very welcoming, bright and airy and gives off a strong Eastern Mediterranean feel. It almost felt like I was on holiday with the music playing in the background. Well done to all the hosts for a great evening.
If you want alcohol its bring your own.
The only negative was the car park and access from the car park which wasn't very well lit but don't let that put you off.
The food was amazing 👏 😋 I had to take away what I didn't finish. Full of flavour and cooked to perfection. Compliments to the chef 👨🍳 The rice and lentils was the tastiest rice I've had in a long while.
And to finish with the Arabic tea was a 🙌 Thank you ❤️
This hidden gem of a restaurant can be found heading north out of the town.
A cosy and calm atmosphere at the time of visiting, it's unusual to find a Lebanese restaurant in such a small town like Macclesfield, but it's definitely worth a visit if you like this cuisine or you're adventurous in your tastes.
Everything chosen in our visit was perfectly cooked and full of amazing flavours. I chose sea bass, which was fresh and beautifully prepared. This accompanying rice was fragrant and tangy.
If you do choose Elaf, you can expect to pay roughly £30 per person for a starter, a main and drinks.
Overall, I would recommend this restaurant if you like great food.
Exceptional food and great ambience. Very welcoming and warm. Will be dining here again!
Awesome and authentic Lebanese food. Really busy. Be sure to book.
Still totally awesome. Just love it there.
Great restaurant . Food always top drawer . Service is great and the fact you take your own booze at least halves your bill - possibly by 90% if you like a drink like my missis does
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