If you think everything tastes better when wrapped in a pita, you'll find company at the Byblos Deli. With a menu that includes falafel, dolmas, hummus, shawarma, and spanakopita, this friendly Cleveland Park eatery emphasizes food from what you might call the "pita crescent."
Diners can choose from a long list of platters and sandwiches-the former mostly come with pita bread and may include tabbouleh, baba ghanouj, or a roasted half chicken; the sandwiches come loaded with vegetables and, when they include hummus or tzatziki, the portions are generous enough to coat the inside of the bread.The meat in the kafta kebab is rich and spicy, the gyro is a solid choice, and the grape-leaf sandwich is perfectly greasy.
Diners can choose from a long list of platters and sandwiches-the former mostly come with pita bread and may include tabbouleh, baba ghanouj, or a roasted half chicken; the sandwiches come loaded with vegetables and, when they include hummus or tzatziki, the portions are generous enough to coat the inside of the bread.The meat in the kafta kebab is rich and spicy, the gyro is a solid choice, and the grape-leaf sandwich is perfectly greasy.
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Mercedes Oz
Dec 31, 2021
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Peter C.
Dec 03, 2021
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Matt C.
Dec 01, 2021
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I've had a lot of Mediterranean food in my life being from Los Angeles, so I had this Lebanese/Mediterranean place as just one of many places I've eaten at; I was wrong! The kofta was so soft and flavourful, and on the opposite end, the lentil soup was by and far one of the best soups I've ever tasted! The owner Marc and his crew makes some of the best tasting rice, falafel, and mezze plate I've had in a looooong time!
I highly recommended coming here if you live in not only the Cleveland, but in the DMV area! While we were sitting there, many different kinds of people came
I highly recommended coming here if you live in not only the Cleveland, but in the DMV area! While we were sitting there, many different kinds of people came
Lindsey W.
Nov 23, 2021
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They don't miss!
Every time I order here, the food is excellent! The greek salad with grilled chicken is my usually go-to. Today I switched it up and ordered a cold turkey & cheese sub (w/ provolone) and spinach pie and wasn't disappointed. The sub roll was so soft, turkey was seasoned with black pepper, and the tomato was perfectly ripe. Spinach pie was bussin' as well.
Every time I order here, the food is excellent! The greek salad with grilled chicken is my usually go-to. Today I switched it up and ordered a cold turkey & cheese sub (w/ provolone) and spinach pie and wasn't disappointed. The sub roll was so soft, turkey was seasoned with black pepper, and the tomato was perfectly ripe. Spinach pie was bussin' as well.
Sara Schwartz
Nov 13, 2021
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I used Marc's catering for a small birthday gathering of about 20 people. The food was really top notch and he plated it beautifully. I also appreciated that he let me borrow his trays so there was no waste, and he helped me get all of the trays into my car. This is really quality Mediterranean food for a great price. Byblos Deli is definitely my new go-to spot for a falafel sandwich.
Emily Odbert
Sep 17, 2021
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Eric Repp
Sep 15, 2021
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B. S.
Sep 09, 2021
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S. S.
Aug 31, 2021
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David Krikorian
Aug 28, 2021
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Ali D.
Aug 11, 2021
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Beth L.
Aug 08, 2021
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Hidden gem. I must have walked by this place a dozen times until I finally stopped in. I had no idea what I was missing. It's not flashy or upscale, just old fashioned, home made Mediterranean food cooked to perfection. The best gyros in DC. Amazing tzaziki sauce, and incredible baklava. Also check out the Greek salad, the made from scratch spinach pie, and pretty much everything else. The food here is freshly made to order, delicious and reasonably priced. It's my go-to place for a quick and consistently delicious meal when I'm visiting DC.
Izzie H.
Jul 19, 2021
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Libby Brungardt
Jun 22, 2021
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Absolutely lovely place! The food was delicious, the worker (or owner, I'm not sure) was friendly, and the service was fast. My partner and I ordered falafel pitas, and a soda and spent $23 (with tax and tip included) in total. The owner brought out a FREE order of fries after we got our food too!! It was incredibly kind. I think it may have been because we were the only ones in the store when we went (4:30 pm on a Monday) lol. Definitely would go again!!!!
Josh Roberts
Jun 11, 2021
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Byblos is a good little spot that you might not notice if you were just walking by. It doesn't call a lot of attention to itself but the food is tasty and affordable by DC standards. I had the Kafta Kebab and fries. The kebab was seasoned well and included exceptionally creamy hummus, as well as tomatoes, onions, and beef The fries were cut thick, lightly salted, and fried optimally (personally I don't like it when fries are super crispy, but these were great). Also a highlight (at least for me) was that Byblos carried Stewart's soda, which is some of the best you can get in my opinion, and is
Wende D.
Jun 10, 2021
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Maureen Z.
Jun 05, 2021
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Marjorie Perminter G.
Apr 29, 2021
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The best food in the DC Connnecticut Avenue N.W.
Everything is delicious, really good. Freshly delicious food.
Everything thing is amazing.
Great, great place to go when you want delicious tasting homecooked meals.
Chief cooking really is awesome. He really knows how to keep the customer coming back to order more delicious tasting food. EXTRAORDINARY CUSTOMER SERVICE .
Hospitality is very family like. Welcoming you to join them for dinner. The business makes you feel at home no matter what your culture is.
I love the food here. YES, I HAVE MENTIONED TO PEOPLE. EXCELLENT PLACE FOR DINNER
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Everything is delicious, really good. Freshly delicious food.
Everything thing is amazing.
Great, great place to go when you want delicious tasting homecooked meals.
Chief cooking really is awesome. He really knows how to keep the customer coming back to order more delicious tasting food. EXTRAORDINARY CUSTOMER SERVICE .
Hospitality is very family like. Welcoming you to join them for dinner. The business makes you feel at home no matter what your culture is.
I love the food here. YES, I HAVE MENTIONED TO PEOPLE. EXCELLENT PLACE FOR DINNER
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Justin S.
Apr 02, 2021
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Trevor B.
Oct 26, 2020
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I ordered the Shish Tawook. This is a shawarma style chicken inside of a pita wrap. It was extremely good and came with a side of fries.
This is a small local business that I have heard great things about for years. The owner and the employee working were extremely efficient at taking, preparing, and providing each order.
They have a large menu with a variety of options, including those for vegetarians.
This is a small local business that I have heard great things about for years. The owner and the employee working were extremely efficient at taking, preparing, and providing each order.
They have a large menu with a variety of options, including those for vegetarians.
Chenee T.
Oct 23, 2020
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Byblos Deli is very unassuming, but very quick and casual if you're looking for that! I'm a sucker for falafel, so I got a falafel pita and fries. The pita was more of a burrito tortilla consistency which I wasn't a huge fan of. The falafel also lacked some flavor and I felt like it was overpowered by the large amounts of hummus that were in the wrap. I think overall the falafel pita fell a little flat for me. I also ordered fries to go with my pita and they were great and hot and very fresh. Overall, it was a solid meal and I'd love to try other recommended things on the menu
Guillaume L.
Aug 14, 2020
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Dani W.
Aug 10, 2020
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Byblos is a neighborhood staple! This is my favorite Mediterranean spot in town.
Whatever you order, make sure you the the garlic paste. It is a potent mash of garlic that so so good and needs to put on everything.
They also have incredible baklava. They give you a hearty piece. It's a sweet fluffy pastry with just a hint of savory and completely delicious.
Whatever you order, make sure you the the garlic paste. It is a potent mash of garlic that so so good and needs to put on everything.
They also have incredible baklava. They give you a hearty piece. It's a sweet fluffy pastry with just a hint of savory and completely delicious.
Matt A.
Oct 27, 2019
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This place was bomb! Was driving around Northwest and saw the reviews on Google... Very impressed. The grape leaves were great, the baba was smokey and fresh, and the hummus was excellent and creamy.
The gyro was also quite good but I will definitely give the chicken souvlaki a try next time. This place is awesome.
The gyro was also quite good but I will definitely give the chicken souvlaki a try next time. This place is awesome.
Nae F.
Feb 15, 2019
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There's nothing like stopping by Byblos to dine and chat with Marco. Not only is the food great, but the community feel is even better. Marco is genuinely interested in his customers and remembers everyone. His homemade soups are amazing!
Byblos is definitely a crown jewel. You will not be disappointed with the food or the service.
Byblos is definitely a crown jewel. You will not be disappointed with the food or the service.
Franklyn Benjamin
Oct 09, 2018
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We took our last summer intern out for lunch. We all enjoyed the food and felt that the food tasted very good and was homemade. The service was good, the wait for food varied for example the gyros came out quickly while the special took 5-10 minutes longer. One, thing that we were disheartened by was that they only had a 2 pieces of Baklava left while there were 8 people in our party. I will say I enjoyed the piece that I got.
Summi A.
Jul 22, 2018
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If you want home made, fresh and local Greek food, this place is a hidden gem. Located in the Cleveland Park neighborhood of D.C., I was delighted by every thing I ate.
We ordered carry out on a Saturday night because i was craving a good gyro. The babaganoush was perfectly smoked and served with thin pieces of pita. The gyro meat was sliced right off the spit and was so fresh, it wasn't greasy. We ordered the Byblos special platter with gyro meat. It came with hummus and tzatziki on the side. I substituted rice for Greek salad too and the salad was fresh and tasty.
Highly recommend if
We ordered carry out on a Saturday night because i was craving a good gyro. The babaganoush was perfectly smoked and served with thin pieces of pita. The gyro meat was sliced right off the spit and was so fresh, it wasn't greasy. We ordered the Byblos special platter with gyro meat. It came with hummus and tzatziki on the side. I substituted rice for Greek salad too and the salad was fresh and tasty.
Highly recommend if
