
Cedar Restaurant
Quick info
About Cedar Restaurant
Cedar Restaurant is a Lebanese restaurant on Carlisle Rd in Londonderry, open evenings from Wednesday to Saturday. No alcohol is served, but the restaurant operates BYOB with corkage, and drinks are set in an ice bucket by the table. The menu includes hummus and flatbread alongside chicken and vine leaves, and meza starters let a table share several dishes rather than choose just one. A vegetarian taster menu is also available. Traditional Lebanese music plays through the room, and the chef sometimes steps out from the kitchen to greet guests. The entrance is step-free, allowing wheelchair access for visitors with mobility needs. Reservations are recommended, and bookings can be made by WhatsApp or text rather than only by phone. Closed Mondays, Tuesdays and Sundays.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
Menu & Prices
59 dishes- Humous
- Tabouli
- Vine Leaves
- Falafel
- Manakish
- Seasoned Fried Cauliflower
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hummus, meza sharing platters, bring your own wine/byob and fried cauliflower.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hummus, meza sharing platters, bring your own wine/byob and fried cauliflower.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the meza and sharing plates, with the family style spread of hot and cold dishes, hummus, and flatbread drawing repeated praise, along with dishes like babaganoush, fried cauliflower, and the chicken and vine leaves. Close behind, many describe the vegetarian taster menu as a strong way into Lebanese food, and several mention pairing meals with jallab or homemade lemonade since the restaurant doesn't serve alcohol but allows guests to bring their own with corkage. The atmosphere draws consistent comment too, with diners describing traditional music, staff joining in Lebanese dancing, and the owners and servers greeting tables personally. A recurring counterpoint appears among a few reviewers: one found the £160 bill for four too high for food that didn't match the quality expected from Middle Eastern cuisine, another described stale-tasting meat overpowered by balsamic glaze and small portions, and a third called the ingredients cheap, criticizing £6.99 stuffed vine leaves, packet-bought flatbread, and hummus they disliked. Several reviewers note returning repeatedly, and more than one recalls the whole restaurant joining in dancing by the end of the night.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the meza and sharing plates, with the family style spread of hot and cold dishes, hummus, and flatbread drawing repeated praise, along with dishes like babaganoush, fried cauliflower, and the chicken and vine leaves. Close behind, many describe the vegetarian taster menu as a strong way into Lebanese food, and several mention pairing meals with jallab or homemade lemonade since the restaurant doesn't serve alcohol but allows guests to bring their own with corkage. The atmosphere draws consistent comment too, with diners describing traditional music, staff joining in Lebanese dancing, and the owners and servers greeting tables personally. A recurring counterpoint appears among a few reviewers: one found the £160 bill for four too high for food that didn't match the quality expected from Middle Eastern cuisine, another described stale-tasting meat overpowered by balsamic glaze and small portions, and a third called the ingredients cheap, criticizing £6.99 stuffed vine leaves, packet-bought flatbread, and hummus they disliked. Several reviewers note returning repeatedly, and more than one recalls the whole restaurant joining in dancing by the end of the night.
Featured reviews
- Rosie Harley
“First time visitors and will be back..the food was lovely and service was attentive.”
- Michael Thompson
“Well worth a visit, food was delicious & very helpful staff”
- alison mcelvogue
“What a wonderful little restaurant with delicious Lebanese food, super friendly host and excellent service. The atmosphere was warm, friendly and personal and byo wine was an added bonus. Highly recommended.”
- Siabhra Oflaherty
“Cedar never disappoints! Incredible food, the friendliest staff, and always the best atmosphere (even if it turns into a dance floor!). Thanks for another gorgeous night – 10/10 as always 💛”
- Joseph Wilkinson
“Lovely little restaurant, went for Valentines with my girlfriend and they were so warm and welcoming. Delicious food, great service and a really nice atmosphere.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Dine-in
- Vegan options
- Casual
- Coffee
Show more amenities
- Small plates
- Catering
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Toilet
- Cosy
- Dining options· 3
- Dinner
- Seating
- Table service
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Offerings· 2
- Healthy options
- Vegetarian options
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Atmosphere· 2
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Cedar Restaurant
- Java Sandwich Express4.41680.1 mi£1–15Good for kids
hot waffles with cream, window seating people-watching, pot of tea
- Tracy's Bar4.54140.3 mi£1–15
pint of Guinness, live music nights, football on tv
- 0.3 mi£1–15Reservations
burgers not frozen, live music, food quality
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar RestaurantVegan options · Vegetarian options · Reservations | 4.6292 | — | £15–30 | hummus, meza sharing platters, bring your own wine/byob |
| Java Sandwich ExpressGood for kids | 4.4168 | 0.1 mi | £1–15 | hot waffles with cream, window seating people-watching, pot of tea |
| Tracy's Bar | 4.5414 | 0.3 mi | £1–15 | pint of Guinness, live music nights, football on tv |
| The 7Twenty Bar Restaurant Off LicenceReservations | 4.571 | 0.3 mi | £1–15 | burgers not frozen, live music, food quality |
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