Al-Midan
Sfiha Shamieh Stand
A street-food vendor selling sfiha shamieh, thin meat pastries baked hot on a saj and…
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Old City
Beit Jabri
Beit Jabri occupies a restored Damascene house in the Old City, serving signature chicken cutlet…
Old City
Bakdash
Bakdash is the legendary Old City ice-cream parlour in Al-Hamidiyah Souq, famous for its elastic…
Al-Midan
Abu Shaker
Abu Shaker is a popular ice-cream and sweet shop known for its thick, flavourful Ashta…
Old City
Naranj Restaurant
Naranj serves modern Syrian cuisine in a stylish Old City house, reinterpreting classic dishes with…
Old City
Al Khawali
Al Khawali is a traditional Damascene house restaurant serving authentic homestyle dishes and fattoush in…
Mezzeh
Julia Restaurant
Julia offers international and European-influenced dishes, steaks, and pastas in a relaxed, modern atmosphere.
Old City
Sawsafa
Sawsafa combines Syrian and Lebanese home cooking in a welcoming spot near the Old City,…
Kafr Sousa
Energy Cocktails
Energy Cocktails offers fresh juices, smoothies, and light snacks in a modern, casual setting.