Run by a friendly husband-and-husband team who began with a hummus stand at the farmers' market, Laziz has grown into an outstanding full-service Lebanese restaurant in the burgeoning Granary District, with a cheerfully hip plant-filled dining room and street-side terrace. The most delicious strategy here is to make a feast of a selection of small plates: spiced labneh, eggplant baba ghanoush, grilled Halloumi cheese, kibbeh, fried cauliflower with garlic-cilantro pesto, red-wine-braised lamb shank, and maybe a kafta burger or two. The short but excellent wine list features several Lebanese bottles.

This charming café off the beaten path will satisfy all Middle Eastern cravings with habibi (that’s 'love' in Arabic). Chef/owner Moudi Sbeity serves classics like Shakshouka but also deftly corners Lebanese flavors into more American dishes like the classic breakfast or a burger. Case in point: the Kafta Burger topped with sundried tomato, Akawi cheese, and cabbage pickled in-house.

As a small and intimate establishment in Salt Lake City, it’s no surprise that Laziz Kitchen has the coziest outdoor dining space around. Built on the east side of the restaurant, the Laziz patio offers minimal outdoor seating and incredible Lebanese fare, making it a great location for lunch with friends or a dinner date under the moonlight. No matter who you’re eating with, you’ll enjoy flavorful entrees and fresh sides that will leave you feeling full and happy.

Following the success of selling their locally made Laziz hummus at the downtown Salt Lake City farmers market—you may recall their booth from the cheeky “Hummusexual” T-shirts they also sold—Moudi Sbeity and Derek Kitchen, partners in love, life, and Laziz, recently opened Laziz Kitchen in Salt Lake’s up-and-coming Central Ninth area. Laziz Kitchen | Photo courtesy Laziz Kitchen. The menu offers fresh twists on traditional Middle Eastern cuisine and flavors.

Laziz Kitchen introduces a taste of Lebanese cuisine to Salt Lake City, with a warm and inviting atmosphere that extends to four-legged guests on their patio. The restaurant stands out for its commitment to authentic flavors and traditional cooking methods. Their menu boasts an array of vegan and vegetarian options, making it a great choice for diverse dietary needs.

Laziz Kitchen stands out for its modern take on Lebanese-American cuisine. The restaurant, which started from a hummus stand at a local farmers market, now serves a variety of dishes that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Their menu is a celebration of both cultures, offering a fresh, contemporary dining experience.

Entering Laziz Kitchen, the warmth is palpable through the kindness of the staff. The vibrant plants and easy tempo of the restaurant offer a calming environment. To the right of the kitchen, on the wall there’s a large mural that’s a celebration of art and culture, which was a generous gift of artist Josh Scheuerman.

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (44 reviews)- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)- Type of cuisine: Lebanese, Mediterranean- Price: $$ - $$$- Address: 912 Jefferson Street W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101- Read more on Tripadvisor

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