Ishbilia Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Ishbilia Restaurant, where authentic Middle Eastern flavors collide with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Nestled in Knightsbridge, this Lebanese gem offers a menu that celebrates rich traditions and culinary excellence. Signature dishes like Makloube Lamb and Kibbeh Nayeh have drawn rave reviews, each bite transporting you back to the vibrant streets of Lebanon. The extensive selection includes vegetarian options such as Fattoush and Motabal, ensuring every palate is catered to.
Whether you choose to savor your meal in their beautifully decorated space or opt for takeout, the commitment to quality shines through. Diners rave about dishes that feel homemade, paired with attentive service that embodies true Lebanese hospitality. Don't miss the chance to indulge in hummus so creamy it could be a meal on its own, alongside perfectly grilled skewers and fresh, fluffy pita. Ishbilia is not just a dining experience—it's an invitation to gather and celebrate.
COLD MEZZE TO SHARE
Hummous
Chickpeas, Tahini and Lemon Juice Dip. Vegetarian.
Hummous Beiruty
Chickpeas and Tahini Dip blended with Garlic and Parsley, topped with Fava Beans. Vegetarian.
Hummous Kammoun
Chickpeas, Cumin and Olive Oil Dip. Vegetarian.
Moutabal
Chargrilled Aubergine blended with Tahini and Lemon Juice topped with Fresh Pomegranate Seeds. Vegetarian.
Labneh
Strained Yoghurt Dip topped with Dry Mint Garlic optional. Vegetarian.
Makdous
Baby Aubergine filled with Walnuts, Herbs and Garlic, marinated in Olive Oil and Lemon. Vegetarian.
Warak Inab
Vine Leaves filled with Rice, Tomatoes, Parsley and Herbs. Vegetarian.
Kabees
Selection of Lebanese Pickles. Vegetarian.
Loubieh Bil Zait
French Green Beans slow cooked with Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic and Olive Oil. Vegetarian.
Sabanek Bil Zait
Sauteed Spinach, Chopped Garlic, Onions and Coriander Leaves. Vegetarian.
Foul Moukala
Broad Beans laced with Garlic and Fresh Coriander and Olive Oil. Vegetarian.
Batrakh
Fish Roe drizzled with Olive Oil and served with Garlic.
Muhamarah
Mixed Mediterranean Nuts blended with Red Peppers, Chillies and Olive Oil. Vegetearian.
Bastruma
Slices of Spiced Smoked Beef Fillet.
Kibbeh Nayeh
Lamb Tartar blended with Cracked Wheat, Spring Onions, Fresh Mint, Cumin, topped with Mixed Nuts and Olive Oil.
Habra Nayeh
Lamb Tartar served with a side of Garlic Sauce.
Tabouleh
Chopped Parsley, Cracked Wheat, Tomatoes, Mint and Spring Onion Salad in a Lemon and Olive Oil Dressing.
Fatoush
Mixed Salad with Sumac, Mint and Toasted Lebanese Bread in a Pomegranate Vinaigrette Dressing.
Aubergine Fatoush
Mixed Salad with Smoked Aubergine, Sumac, Mint and Toasted Lebanese Bread in a Pomegranate Vinaigrette Dressing.
Al Rahib
Salad of Smoked Aubergine, Tomatoes, Green Peppers, Spring Onions, Parsley, Garlic and Lemon Juice.
Feta Salad
Mixed Salad with Feta Cheese, Olives, Mint in a Lemon and Olive Oil Dressing.
Shanklish
Aged and Dried Cheese Salad with Thyme, Chopped Tomatoes, Peppers and Parsley.
Lebanese Salad
Mix Salad with Lemon and Olive Oil Dressing.
Arabic Salad Spicy
Mix Salad with Fresh Green Chillies and Lemon and Olive Oil Dressing.
MEZZE SALADS TO SHARE
HOT MEZZE TO SHARE
Hummous Kawarmah
Hummous topped with Diced Lamb and Mixed Nuts.
Hummous Sharhat
Mini Fillets of Lamb served on a bed of Hummous topped with Mixed Nuts.
Hummous Snobar
Hummous topped with Pine Nuts. Vegetarian.
Hummous Shawarmah
Hummous topped with Sliced Marinated Chicken.
Balila
Boiled Chickpeas in a Cumin, Garlic and Olive Oil Broth. Vegetarian.
Foul Medamas
Boiled Fava Beans and Chickpeas with Tomatoes, Parsley, Garlic and Cumin. Vegetarian.
Bamia Bil Zait
Slow cooked Okra with Tomatoes, Garlic and Coriander Leaves. Vegetarian.
Moujadarra Bil Zait
Lentils and Bulgur Wheat topped with Caramelized Onions and Mixed Nuts. Vegetarian.
Batata Harra
Fried Potato Cubes with Sweet Peppers, Chillies, Garlic and Coriander. Vegetarian.
Kibbeh Maklieh
Lamb and Cracked Wheat Shell filled with Marinated Minced Lamb, Onions and Mixed Nuts. Deep Fried.
Falafel
Chickpea Spiced Croquettes topped with Sesame Seeds, served with a side of Tahini Sauce. Deep fried. Vegetarian.
Grilled Halloumi
Grilled Halloumi Cheese topped with Poppy and Holly Seeds. Vegetarian.
Jawaneh
Charcoal grilled Chicken Wings or Fried in a Lemon and Coriander Sauce.
Makanek
Homemade Lebanese Cocktail Sausages flambeed in Lemon Juice and Pomegranate Molasses.
Sojuk
Homemade Lebanese Spicy Sausages with Tomatoes and Garlic.
Sawda Dijaj
Chicken Liver sauteed in Lemon Juice and Pomegranate Molasses.
Futer Maklee
Seasoned Diced Lamb sauteed with Mushrooms, Peppers and Onions.
Ras Asfour
Sauteed diced lamb cooked with Pomegranate molasses pine nuts
Fatayer Sabanekh
Lebanese Pastry Boats filled with Spinach, Cinnamon, Onions, Pine Nuts and Lemon Juice. Vegetarian.
Cheese Sambousek
Lebanese Pastry filled with Halloumi and Parsley. Deep fried Vegetarian.
Lamb Sambousek
Lebanese Pastry filled with Minced Lamb, Onions, Pine Nuts and Parsley. Deep fried
Lahem Bil Ajeen
Baked Lebanese Mini Pizzas topped with Marinated Minced Lamb, Tomatoes, Onions and Pine Nuts.
Arayes
Lebanese Flat Bread filled with Seasoned Veal, Parsley and Pine Nuts grilled on our BBQ.
Arayes Ishbilia
Lebanese Flat Bread topped with Marinated Minced Lamb, Peppers, Onions, Parsley topped with Tahini Sauce and Pine Nuts.
Kallaj
Lebanese Flat Bread topped with Halloumi Cheese and Dry Mint. Vegetarian.
Manakeish Bizzattar
Lebanese Flat Bread topped with Thyme Seeds and Olive Oil. Vegetarian.
Manakeish Ishbilia
Lebanese Flat Bread topped with Thyme Seeds, Olive Oil and Halloumi Cheese. Vegetarian.
Safayeh Mushakala
A selection of Baked Pastries topped with Minced Lamb, Halloumi Cheese and Spinach.
Fatayer Cheese
Baked Lebanese pastry boats filled with halloumi cheese and parsley
MEZZE FROM OUR BAKERY
SOUP
Lentil Soup
Vegetarian.
Chicken Soup
Mixed Grill
Skewers of Lamb Cubes, Chicken Cubes and Minced Lamb Kebab.
Lahem Meshwi
Seasoned Lamb Cubes prepared on the charcoal grill.
Fatayel Ghanam
Prime Cut Fillet of Seasoned Lamb Cubes served with a medallion of Grilled Mushrooms and Baby Onions.
Shish Tawouk
Marinated Chicken Breast skewers.
Chicken Shawarmah
Tender slices of special marinated Chicken roasted on an upright spit. Served with a side of Garlic Sauce.
Faruj Musahab
Boneless marinated Baby Chicken.
Faruj Meshwi
Marinated Baby Chicken on the bone.
Kafta Halibiyeh
Seasoned Minced Lamb, Onions, Peppers and Parsley Kebabs.
Kafta Khashkhash
Seasoned Minced Lamb, Onions, Peppers and Garlic Kebabs topped with a Spicy Tomato Sauce.
Kafta Yogurtlieh
Minced Lamb Kebab Medallions served on a bed of Yoghurt and Tomato Sauce accompanied by Toasted Bread topped with Mixed Nuts.
ISHBILIA BBQ
FISH
King Prawn
Charcoal grilled or fried in a Lemon, Garlic and Coriander Sauce.
Sea Bass
Grilled or Fried.
Bamia
Lamb Medallions cooked in an Okra, Garlic and Coriander Tomato Stew, served with Lebanese Vermicelli Rice.
Kibbeh Bil Laban
Lamb and Cracked Wheat Shell filled with Marinated Minced Lamb, Onions and Pine Nuts cooked in a Yoghurt and Coriander Sauce, served with Lebanese Vermicelli Rice.
Kafta Saynieh Patata
Seasoned Minced Lamb baked in the oven and topped with Potato Wedge and a Tomato Sauce.
Kafta Saynieh Dibs ElRamman
Seasoned Minced Lamb baked in the oven in a concentrated Pomegranate and Sesame Sauce.
Kafta Saynieh Tarator
Seasoned Minced Lamb baked in the oven in a Tahini and Lemon Sauce.
Kafta Bil Saynieh Banadora
Seasoned Minced Lamb baked in the oven in a Tomato Sauce and topped with Grilled Tomatoes.
Kibbeh Bil Sanieh
Cracked Wheat Shell filled with Special Marinated Lamb and Onions baked in the oven, served with Strained Yogurt.
CHEFS SPECIALITIES
AL FATTAT
Fatteh Lahme
Lamb Medallions in a Sesame and Yoghurt Sauce, Chickpeas and Toasted Lebanese Bread topped with a drizzle of Fried Ghee garnished with Pomegranate Seeds, Mixed Nuts and Parsley.
Fatteh Hummous
Boiled Chickpeas and Toasted Lebanese Bread in a Sesame and Yoghurt Sauce, drizzled with Ghee and garnished with Pomegranate Seeds, Mixed Nuts and Parsley. Vegetarian.
Yoghurt With Cucumber And Mint
Lebanese Vermicelli Rice
Lebanese White Rice
French Fries
Tomato And Onion Salad
Grilled Vegetables
Aubergine, Courgettes, Carrots and Mushrooms.
SIDES
DESSERT
Mohalabia
Rose scented Milk Pudding.
Kanafa Bil Jiben
Hot Lebanese Akawi Cheese with Semolina Crust topping served with Pistachio.
Assorted Baklawa
A selection of Mini Lebanese Pastries.
Fruit Seasonal
Platter of assorted Seasonal Fruits.
Green Tea Camomile
Lebanese White Coffee
Hot Water and Rose Water.