NoGarlicNoOnions: Restaurant, Food, and Travel Stories/Reviews

December 28, 2019

Kunitoraya Japanese Noodles and Ramen: Not Recommended

I was happy to wait in line, happy to witness Japanese chefs in action until I sat with my back on my neighbor’s, in a very…

December 28, 2019 | Paris Japanese & Sushi

Everything About Sushi at Osaka, Beirut: A Detailed Video

Japanese & Sushi

December 22, 2019

Everything About Sushi at Osaka, Beirut: A Detailed Video

When asked which are my favorite Japanese restaurants in Lebanon, OSAKA makes it on the list. Considered to be one of the best…

December 22, 2019 | Tasty Discoveries Japanese & Sushi

AO Izakaya; Top of the Line Japanese Fine Dining in Paris

Japanese & Sushi | Paris France Europe

November 24, 2019

AO Izakaya; Top of the Line Japanese Fine Dining in Paris

Found on the Michelin guide and described as being one of the best fine-dining Japanese restaurants of the capital, AO Isakaya…

November 24, 2019 | Recommended | Paris Japanese & Sushi

Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul

Japanese & Sushi | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

Turkey

September 21, 2019

Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul

It has appeared on the lists, in all my searches, it’s one of the capital’s best Asian restaurants according to…

September 21, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Istanbul Japanese & Sushi

A Quick Bite on the Go at Ichiban: Enjoying a Sushi Burrito at the Trendy Mtayleb Location

Japanese & Sushi | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

July 15, 2019

A Quick Bite on the Go at Ichiban: Enjoying a Sushi Burrito at the Trendy Mtayleb Location

There’s one innovative and crazy creation that started three years ago at Souk el Akel... a roll that I used to crave for…

July 15, 2019 | Recommended | Lebanon Japanese & Sushi

SAI: Professional Sushi in Mtayleb

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

July 10, 2019

SAI: Professional Sushi in Mtayleb

Skipping introductions and going straight to the point, SAI is one of Metn’s favorite Japanese restaurant now open for more…

July 10, 2019 | Recommended | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Sushi Circle: My Second Visit

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 08, 2019

Sushi Circle: My Second Visit

Back to Sushi Circle... after a not-too-pleasant experience exactly one year ago, I was back to check on the updates. Mabrouk for…

May 08, 2019 | Restaurants | Achrafieh Japanese & Sushi

Wagamama: I Love it! All Around the World

Japanese & Sushi | Malta Europe

Europe

April 13, 2019

Wagamama: I Love it! All Around the World

I’m a fan of the brand, I’ve been to its restaurants in Istanbul, London and now Malta; spreading happiness and…

April 13, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Malta Japanese & Sushi

Ita-Lee: A Japanese and Italian Eatery in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

March 28, 2019

Ita-Lee: A Japanese and Italian Eatery in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

“Ita” for Italian and “Lee” for Japanese, the restaurant on Antelias internal road is Italian and…

March 28, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Japanese & Sushi

Tsunami Antelias: New Decor, New Menu, Good Taste

Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

March 24, 2019

Tsunami Antelias: New Decor, New Menu, Good Taste

I heard that tsunami has moved to a new location in Antelias, but I never imagined it would be such a marvel. Welcome to Tsunami…

March 24, 2019 | Restaurants | Antelias Japanese & Sushi

UMI Asian Cuisine: A Restaurant in Mtayleb

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

March 03, 2019

UMI Asian Cuisine: A Restaurant in Mtayleb

Take a trip to Asia! Start by visiting Japan, continue to China and finish in Thailand. UMI is Mtayleb’s latest Asian…

March 03, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Gio Delicatesse: Sushi and Pizza in Bayada

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

January 21, 2019

Gio Delicatesse: Sushi and Pizza in Bayada

Gio is the delicatessen market of Rabieh, known by the region’s residents from the day “Black Pepper” used to…

January 21, 2019 | Pizza | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Yakiniku: The Gourmet Japanese Grill of Gemmayze

Japanese & Sushi | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 20, 2019

Yakiniku: The Gourmet Japanese Grill of Gemmayze

The “YA” family has taken over Gemmayze transforming it into “Asia Town” a concept after the other,…

January 20, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Japanese & Sushi

Salt: A Gourmet Japanese Dinner at the Airport in Beirut

Japanese & Sushi | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 17, 2019

Salt: A Gourmet Japanese Dinner at the Airport in Beirut

Unfortunately Salt is too expensive, that’s why having a meal here every time I travel is close to impossible; paying high…

January 17, 2019 | International Cuisine | Beirut Japanese & Sushi

Ahi Poke: A Quick Healthy Lunch in Mar Mikhael

Japanese & Sushi | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 13, 2019

Ahi Poke: A Quick Healthy Lunch in Mar Mikhael

You know by now that I’m a fan of Poke! I love it how the rice is topped with fresh ingredients, ready to be mixed like a…

January 13, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Japanese & Sushi

Where to Eat Good Sushi in Lebanon: 21 Restaurants You Have to Try

Japanese & Sushi | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

January 02, 2019

Where to Eat Good Sushi in Lebanon: 21 Restaurants You Have to Try

Sushi is a global convenience food of choice and Lebanon is by no means an exception to the international trend. But did you…

January 02, 2019 | Popular | Lebanon Japanese & Sushi

Caviar: Sushi Bar & Lounge Now in Jal El Dib. I Enjoyed my Dinner! (Restaurant Closed)

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

December 28, 2018

Caviar: Sushi Bar & Lounge Now in Jal El Dib. I Enjoyed my Dinner! (Restaurant Closed)

Driving on the internal road of “Jal el Dib,” a new restaurant caught my attention; Caviar has been open for the last…

December 28, 2018 | Recommended | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Saigon: Must Try Vietnamese and Asian Cuisine in Naccache

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

December 25, 2018

Saigon: Must Try Vietnamese and Asian Cuisine in Naccache

Vietnamese and sushi, a new restaurant has opened on the internal Naccach road. A catchy first impression by the white tiles and…

December 25, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Don Eatery: Beirut’s Amazing Asian Street Food Destination

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 25, 2018

Don Eatery: Beirut’s Amazing Asian Street Food Destination

Donburi kitchen and sushi bar, “Don Eatery” by Mario Haddad Junior has been open in Restos St. Nicolas since the…

December 25, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Japanese & Sushi

Far Eats Zero4: A New Sushi and Asian Kitchen Opens in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

December 10, 2018

Far Eats Zero4: A New Sushi and Asian Kitchen Opens in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

“Far Eats,” a restaurant open at Zero4 Naccache serves Sushi in an unconventional space that looks trendy with modern…

December 10, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Japanese & Sushi

Downtown: Moules-Frites Every Wednesday in Kaslik

Japanese & Sushi | Jounieh Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Keserwan

November 29, 2018

Downtown: Moules-Frites Every Wednesday in Kaslik

Tonight I’m having “Moules Frites” at DT! Every Wednesday, visit DT, the neighborhood restaurant of Kaslik…

November 29, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Jounieh Japanese & Sushi

Qatch, Sushi in Qoraitem: I Expected Better

Japanese & Sushi | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 23, 2018

Qatch, Sushi in Qoraitem: I Expected Better

A new “Sushiry” and “Fishery” is now open in Quoraitem. Other than the wide selection of sushi choices,…

November 23, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Beirut Japanese & Sushi

Ramen Bowl: Exquisite Food, Great Service , Happy People in Paris

Japanese & Sushi | Paris France Europe

October 15, 2018

Ramen Bowl: Exquisite Food, Great Service , Happy People in Paris

I love Ramens and when I discovered a Ramen place minutes from my hotel with a rating of 4,5, I ran to enjoy it. Ramen Bowl is…

October 15, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Paris Japanese & Sushi

Morimoto Las Vegas: High Quality Japanese Cuisine

Japanese & Sushi

October 02, 2018

Morimoto Las Vegas: High Quality Japanese Cuisine

There’s a waiting list at Morimoto and this for a reason. Fine-dining Sushi is made of rice cooked al-dente, form and not…

October 02, 2018 | Restaurants Japanese & Sushi

"Mon Maki à Moi", Sushi Delivery: It's Not Good

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

September 06, 2018

"Mon Maki à Moi", Sushi Delivery: It's Not Good

The good thing is that they don’t use cheap green plastic leaves to separate the sushi... the not-so-good is that the rolls…

September 06, 2018 | Reviews | Metn Japanese & Sushi

A Cote Sushi: A Tasty Delivery in Beirut

Japanese & Sushi | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

September 06, 2018

A Cote Sushi: A Tasty Delivery in Beirut

A Côté delivers good quality sushi, I’ve been enjoying at work for the last week.

September 06, 2018 | Reviews | Beirut Japanese & Sushi

OBI Sushi Delivery

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

August 24, 2018

OBI Sushi Delivery

Nicely filled in colorful boxes, OBI delivers to the Metn area. After several not-too-pleasant experiences more than four years…

August 24, 2018 | Reviews | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Sushi at The Bar: Experience SO’s Unprofessional Service

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

July 30, 2018

Sushi at The Bar: Experience SO’s Unprofessional Service

After enjoying a unique experience with Jimmy at the bar two years ago, I was back for sushi at SO this time with Roy handling…

July 30, 2018 | Restaurants | Achrafieh Japanese & Sushi

Miyagi: Good and Affordable Sushi Delivery in Metn

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

July 30, 2018

Miyagi: Good and Affordable Sushi Delivery in Metn

Since Miyagi proposes Shisha with sushi, I decided to order some Japanese rolls home. Served in a carton pizza box, the sushi…

July 30, 2018 | Reviews | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Shinto: Enjoyable Sushi Delivery in Hazmieh

Japanese & Sushi | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

July 14, 2018

Shinto: Enjoyable Sushi Delivery in Hazmieh

I like it! I like the packaging, the simple and non-complicated flavors, the fresh salad, the crunchy crisps, the seafood quality…

July 14, 2018 | Reviews | Beirut Japanese & Sushi

Ginger & Co Sushi Delivery

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

June 15, 2018

Ginger & Co Sushi Delivery

Professionally delivered in a carton box and plastic recipients, I ordered Ginger & Co on Zomato and waited to be delivered…

June 15, 2018 | Reviews | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Sushi Circle Achrafieh, Needs Something...

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 14, 2018

Sushi Circle Achrafieh, Needs Something...

Red and black placemats, a conveyor belt for grab and eat sushi plates, fresh vibes, music, and staff looking sharp and clean.…

May 14, 2018 | Restaurants | Achrafieh Japanese & Sushi

Oceanus: A Sushi Restaurant in Achrafieh

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

May 14, 2018

Oceanus: A Sushi Restaurant in Achrafieh

Oceanus, a seafood distributor that has a restaurant in the heart of Achrafieh next to Boubouffe and Sushi Circle. An old…

May 14, 2018 | Restaurants | Achrafieh Japanese & Sushi

Wagamama: Sexy Asian Flavors in Heathrow

Japanese & Sushi | London UK Europe

UK

March 20, 2018

Wagamama: Sexy Asian Flavors in Heathrow

In the heart of Heathrow Terminal 5, Wagamama, one of my favorite restaurants, which I first discovered in Istanbul, welcomes you…

March 20, 2018 | Asian & Chinese | London Japanese & Sushi

Benihana Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Resort: A Lovely Experience

Japanese & Sushi | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

March 13, 2018

Benihana Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Resort: A Lovely Experience

Famous for serving Sushi and Teppanyaki for the last 50 years, Benihana has been a favorite for its live cooking islands and fine…

March 13, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai Japanese & Sushi

SAI: Rabieh’s Neighborhood Japanese Eatery is a Favorite

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

March 13, 2018

SAI: Rabieh’s Neighborhood Japanese Eatery is a Favorite

When I noticed that I'd been away from Sai for the last two years, a Japanese diner I used to enjoy at least once a month, it was…

March 13, 2018 | Recommended | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Tomo: Exceptional Japanese Flavors in Dubai

Japanese & Sushi | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

March 06, 2018

Tomo: Exceptional Japanese Flavors in Dubai

An authentic Japanese restaurant promoting Japanese culture and food in the Middle East. Over the last three decades, Partner…

March 06, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai Japanese & Sushi

Osaka Beirut: One of the Best Sushi Places in Lebanon

Japanese & Sushi | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 27, 2018

Osaka Beirut: One of the Best Sushi Places in Lebanon

Considered in the top three best Japanese restaurants in Lebanon, Osaka has been on my to-do list for a long time now. Since the…

January 27, 2018 | Recommended | Beirut Japanese & Sushi

Pick a Poke: A Journey to Hawaii and Back

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 10, 2018

Pick a Poke: A Journey to Hawaii and Back

“Pick a Poke” and leave with a smile on your face! A new Hawaiian restaurant has newly opened in Beirut, and it comes…

January 10, 2018 | Recommended | Achrafieh Japanese & Sushi

Yoshi: Sushi at The Gardens Naccach is Metn’s Best! (Restaurant Closed)

Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

November 14, 2017

Yoshi: Sushi at The Gardens Naccach is Metn’s Best! (Restaurant Closed)

I always considered Yoshi to do one of the best Japanese menus in Metn serving an upmarket selection of makis and sushi prepared…

November 14, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Japanese & Sushi

The Poke Spot: Tasty Bowls Hit New York

Japanese & Sushi | New York USA Americas

USA

November 11, 2017

The Poke Spot: Tasty Bowls Hit New York

Newly opened, the Poke Spot is a trendy destination near union square New York. Choose your base: brown rice, lettuce, white…

November 11, 2017 | Restaurants | New York Japanese & Sushi

Sushirrito New York: I’ve Had Better Sushi Burrito in Lebanon

Japanese & Sushi | New York USA Americas

USA

November 11, 2017

Sushirrito New York: I’ve Had Better Sushi Burrito in Lebanon

Many have copied the name, for its sexiness or since the food concept is so tasty. I went in to Sushirrito for two burritos.

November 11, 2017 | Restaurants | New York Japanese & Sushi

Yo Sushi: Lunch on the Conveyor at Paris Airport

Japanese & Sushi | Paris France Europe

October 10, 2017

Yo Sushi: Lunch on the Conveyor at Paris Airport

Launched in 1997, YO! Sushi is a chain of restaurants inspired by traditional Japanese sushi bars and is famous for its conveyor…

October 10, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | Paris Japanese & Sushi

Tamashii: Delivering Sushi Home

Japanese & Sushi | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

October 08, 2017

Tamashii: Delivering Sushi Home

Tamashii is a Japanese restaurant on Mar Mikhael. There now for a couple of years, it serves a wide selection of innovative…

October 08, 2017 | Metn Japanese & Sushi

Zuma: One of the World's Most Famous Restaurants

Japanese & Sushi

September 29, 2017

Zuma: One of the World's Most Famous Restaurants

Zuma is a restaurant founded by chef Rainer Becker, inspired by informal izakaya-style Japanese dining in which dishes are…

September 29, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi Japanese & Sushi

Souk el Akel's "Sushi Burrito": A Personal Favorite!

Japanese & Sushi | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

September 12, 2017

Souk el Akel's "Sushi Burrito": A Personal Favorite!

Souk el Akel's Sushi Burrito is Lebanon's, the Middle East’s and probably the world's best: be proud! I've had many…

September 12, 2017 | Souk el Akel | Lebanon Japanese & Sushi

Seafood Bar Dinner at Four Seasons Limassol

Japanese & Sushi | Cyprus Europe

Europe

September 06, 2017

Seafood Bar Dinner at Four Seasons Limassol

The Four Seasons hotel is one of the area's larger establishments hosting a number of restaurants, one of which being a Seafood…

September 06, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | Cyprus Japanese & Sushi

Le Sushi Bar: Beirut's Exceptional Contemporary Japanese Cuisine

Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East