Reviews


Up to this point, you have 2676 ratings from 9 website(s) on hand. The midpoint valuation for Arabella is 3.7, this indicates the vast majority of its guests was satisfied with its service. Arabella offers a unique dining experience with a mix of reviews from customers. Some found the food to be average, with dry meat and cold potatoes, along with a lack of training for the staff. However, others praised the fantastic Lebanese cuisine, vegan options, and excellent customer service that made them feel at home. The ambiance was also highlighted positively, with some diners enjoying the belly dancer and the hospitality for family celebrations. Overall, while some had mixed experiences, there were still those who appreciated the staff's attention to detail, accommodating food intolerances, and providing a memorable dining experience.

Overall Total Score
3.7 out of 5
Very good | 2676 reviews

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
3.3 ★ from 5 reviews
Agustina
19.11.2022 - 18:31

the hummus and chili dips like a bit peckish, the portion sizes were also huge and much broth. very tasty.

Jovani
01.11.2017 - 09:04

One of the best Lebanese food I've ever hadI've had Lebanese cuisine all over Australia, USA and London And this is the real deal.

Eliezer
01.11.2017 - 09:04

I came here with my Lebanese boyfriendBig mistake because he kept comparing the food with his mother's cooking.

Eleonore
14.08.2017 - 05:47

Pretty good Lebanese food but I've had better. Good service. Food came out promptly. #lebanese #eggplant #chicken #octopus #seafood #rice #decent

Vernie
14.08.2017 - 05:47

We came here for a birthday party and had ordered the banquet. The food was quite bland and boring and for a banquet, there wasn't much variety. I ordered a gr...

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Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 173 reviews
MaryPSydney
25.07.2023 - 12:30

Fantastic Lebanese cuisine that has received the authentic touch, and at the same time light and very fresh. The food is also appropriately marked (e.g. V and g...

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Eden
25.07.2023 - 12:30

Went for dinner with family and the service was absolutely disgusting. Firrst of all they didn't serve us we had to get up and tell them to come serve us and th...

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Ebba
25.07.2023 - 12:30

We went for a dinner on Saturday dinner. We were told that only banquet menu is available. We noticed some of them were served food from other menu. I have so m...

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Herminia
25.07.2023 - 12:30

Absolute shocking and worst customer service from the Owner of this restaurant. Wears a shirt with Captain on the back , but is something far from it. The food...

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Michelle
25.07.2023 - 12:30

Arabella is such an overpriced restaurant with so bad service and high quality food. The presentation is terrible. Hospital dinner seems to be better. Will neve...

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Top-rated
3.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Alfisani
10.11.2023 - 07:53

The ambiance and service was the best which was i really like it. this time food was really disappointed, i have ordered a lamb mansaf which was full of spices...

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Elyse
10.11.2023 - 07:53

The food was amazing, really tasty. But the service really needs to be improved. We all ordered drinks at the same time but only some came out. We then had to a...

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nisha
10.11.2023 - 07:53

The food was fresh and delicious, and the best part was when the best sizzling knafeh dessert came they had created that day. We were delighted. My dining exper...

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E
10.11.2023 - 07:53

Way too overpriced, bad service food was nothing great. Not worth it at all. We also got charged a huge “credit card surcharge” more than I’ve ever seen before!...

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S
10.11.2023 - 07:53

Horrible service and ridiculously small portions. We were served by such an arrogant and rude waiter, who was slightly passive aggressive with his responses whi...

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INT Restaurants
3.6 ★ from 1034 reviews
Akshata
04.02.2024 - 12:40

This restaurant serves the best Lebanese food I've ever had. The staff is very friendly and they have a unique and entertaining way of serving hot bread.

Hoda
04.02.2024 - 12:40

I absolutely adored this restaurant! Every dish we tasted was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. It was our first visit, but it definitely won't be...

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Alesoun
04.02.2024 - 12:40

Last night, I celebrated my birthday with friends at Arabella Lebanese Restaurant. The food was homemade, delicious, healthy, and plentiful. The staff, especial...

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Ali
04.02.2024 - 12:40

Really lovely service from booking the reservation to the final farewell at the door. I felt well-looked after given my food intolerances and celebrating my wif...

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David
04.02.2024 - 12:40

Went to this restaurant for a birthday dinner and the food was amazing. The staff were very attentive and polite. We had a table of 15 very hungry people and th...

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Googleusercontent
5.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Anne
10.04.2023 - 09:57

It was an amazing experience! The food was amazing and the staff took the time to tell me what was and was not gf, they also gave me carrot sticks with the dips...

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carmen
27.01.2024 - 06:46

It was an amazing experience! The food was amazing and the staff took the time to tell me what was and wasn’t gf, they also gave me carrot sticks to use with th...

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Foursquare
3.1 ★ from 21 reviews
Google
3.7 ★ from 603 reviews
Zomato
3.8 ★ from 219 reviews
Deliveroo
4.7 ★ from 57 reviews
Happycow
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Findmeglutenfree
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews

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