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Federal District, Brazil Food Guide: 4 Middle Eastern food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Brasilia
Reviews on Middle Eastern food in Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil. Renowned for its modernist lines and futuristic design, Brasilia is a study in urban planning and the only city built in the 20th century to be counted among UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Where only five years before its inception there was desert, now there are innovative buildings and imaginative monuments, ranging from the hyperboloid Cathedral of Brasilia to the lunar-esque Complexo Cultural da Republica to the glass-box Palacio da Alvorada.
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1. Marzuk Emporio Arabe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 220 reviews
Reviewed By jorgebarrosneto2010
Here you will understand the meaning of "small is best". This is truely one of the best Arabic food I've ever had. One can perceive the high quality of the ingredients the cook uses, one can feel that love and caress dedicated by who is behind the pans. Every little detail, from the decoration to the olive oil served, is special and unique. I was welcomed by the owner, Mr. Isaac, arab decendent, who told me that he and his wife are always there, taking care of their precious restaurant. Don't forget to ask for "esfirra de escarola" (escarole esfirra), quibe assado (roasted kebab) and the incredible arab rice (chicken, cashew nuts, beef and arab seasonings). Outstanding food!
2. Marzuk
Overall Ratings
4 based on 221 reviews
It's one of better Middle Eastern eateries in BrasÃlia, owned by a family of Syrian immigrants. Delicious in all they do. Don't know the exact whole address.
Reviewed By Sevarati
The house, opened two years ago by descendants of Syrians and Lebanese, offers items to prepare recipes. The shelves display Syrian spices such as pepper (R $ 11.80, with 50 grams). It also acts as deli Arabic. Menu included rice with lentils ($ 39.90 a pound), cigar leaf grape (R $ 46.00 per kilo) and ataif cream-filled nuts ($ 5.00) for dessert.
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3. Manara
Overall Ratings
4 based on 360 reviews
Reviewed By Olabitz
Manara, for those not Brazilians, and for first time in Brasilia, will likely come to a shock. It is an ugly place that looks more like an army cantina that a restaurant. It is a buffet style place -so common in Brazil-, where you pay for what you eat. Tables are spread outside, with no order at all, and in the midst of noise. But above all, the place is as ugly as a place can be. Yet, there are good news: the food. Food is surprisingly food. I go often and I just eat the arab appetizers (humus, taboule, babagus, garlic sauce, etc.) They are truly delicious. Houmus is one of the best you will find, not in Brazil, but elsewhere. And the garlic sauce, it is also outstanding. Truly homemade, truly tasty, truly authentic. Price is very fair too. So as you see, a place of contrast: if that very 'mezzes' would be offered to you in a nice lebanese restaurant in Paris, Boston or London, you'd find it as one of the best arab restaurants abroad. Well, here you have to deal with Brasilia style, in its full ugly expression. Just focus on the food and their taste, and have a nice meal.
4. Emporio Arabe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 291 reviews
Reviewed By KristianBengtson
There are many reasons to visit the Empório Ãrabe. The place is spacious yet cozy, the service truly excellent (which is a rare thing in Brasilia, trust me) and the food both delicious and reasonably priced. Good wine list and drinks. On the busy Sunday we went, we were all well impressed and we're already planning our return. If I were to find any faults among the many dishes we tried: the lamb chops were on the chewy side, the couscous could do with a bit of salt and the falafel was overcooked. But these are just details in an overall much appreciated experience. The mixed starter plate, for exampleâ¦. To die for.Highly recommended!
