Lira Beirut Eatery

Lira is a Lebanese restaurant on the quieter southern edge of Wynwood, founded by Farid Lutfi, a third-generation Lebanese restaurateur, and Giovanna Mansi. The space is designed to feel like a traditional Beirut home with a garden, with travertine walls, arched windows, textiles imported from Lebanon and a mural of the Beirut skyline.

The food

The menu covers classic mezze and house-made hummus, traditional shawarma and kafta, and desserts flavored with pistachio and orange blossom. The Infatuation, which rated it 8.0, singles out the kafta, kibbeh and wide range of dips, and notes generous pita portions. There is a list of Lebanese wines, plus vegetarian and vegan options.

Good to know

• It has one of the best patios in the city, according to The Infatuation, and suits a relaxed dinner.
• Reservations are available through OpenTable.

Sources: The Infatuation Miami (2023) and Miami Living Magazine. Not yet scored by Shawarma.com. Details can change, so check with the restaurant before you go.