Manaqesh is a Syrian and Middle Eastern restaurant at 185 City Road in Cardiff. The menu is wide ranging and informal, combining freshly topped flatbreads with mezze, charcoal grills and traditional main dishes in a setting that works for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The namesake pastries can be topped with zaatar and olive oil, cheese, labneh, olives or spiced sausage. Hummus, falafel, kibbeh, vine leaves, baba ghanoush and mixed mezze make useful starters, while shawarma and grilled halloumi add further sharing options.
Traditional mains include lamb or chicken mandi, lamb shank quozi, okra stew and molokhia with chicken in a lemony broth. Chicken shish, lamb chops and kofta feature among the grills, with wraps, pide, pizza and broasted chicken extending the selection for groups with different preferences.
Fresh juice, smoothies, coffee and tea accompany the food, followed by Syrian sweets and other desserts. Vegetarian dishes are available across several sections, and guests with allergies should ask the team to check ingredients in breads, tahini, nuts, dairy and shared preparation areas.
Address: 185 City Road, Cardiff CF24 3JB, Wales
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