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babs (skewered meats and seafood). Slightly less adventurous? There are simple soups and pasta dishes. But don’t miss the dessert – there’s “baklava,” a flaky pastry served with chopped nuts and honey, or the “mighleh,” a cinnamon pudding, among other sweet treats. In addition to the food, the bar provides a diverse choice of cocktails like mojitos, cucumber martinis, Lychee martinis and a strong rum punch. Aside from drinks, you can order some hookah and choose from a varied amount of flavored tobacco (shishas). The mint shisha is one of the most popular. Magdoos’ young owners cater to a youthful and fun crowd. For some, it is not just a restaurant, it is a home away from home. From the delicious food, to the comfortable ambiance and friendly faces, Magdoos will quickly become one of your favorite hangout spots in Pétion-Ville.
hang from the ceiling Entering Weather too hot or heavy rains? Inside the seating is equally as attractive and you have the added benefit of inhaling the spices from the kitchen, insuring your meal is being cooked to order. Mediterranean cuisine is a mixture of food from diverse countries along the Mediterranean Sea and includes dish- Kibby naieh es from North Africa, Eastern Mediterranean and Southern Europe. Magdoos is known for its mezza spread, an array of small dishes in Lebanese cuisine. You can order fresh and delicious “kibby naieh,” raw spiced beef; try it with some olive oil. How about adding some hot Haitian pepper? The fish kibby is perfectly crispy on the outside without compromising the taste of the fish. A favorite dish is the stuffed grape leaves with rice and marinated minced meat. The fresh and perfectly herbed “tabbouleh” (bulgur, tomato and cucumber salad) or flavorful hummus (mashed chickpeas) served with toasted pita bread should preface any dish. Some of the main dishes include original dishes such as honey sesame chicken and various ke- Tabbouleh
Magdoos is located on #30 Rue Ogé, Pétion Ville. Open Monday to Saturday from Noon to 11 p.m
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