Leila

It's nice to be hosted when we come to town. Aaliyah is part of the Midwest office and an authority on Lebanese cuisine. This means a phenomenal experience ahead for us! Leila is a gorgeous, stylish restaurant with a romantic ambiance that really prepares you for the authentic meal that awaits. At first I was concerned about the smaller portion size. Since we love to share, would there be enough? Aaliyah recognized this and put all fears to rest by ordering six openers. Soups and Salads. All of which were the perfect combination of texture, flavour and temperature.My vegetarian cousin will love this place. My new found favourite is Beetroot & Feta. Priceless. For those in the know, Leila puts a unique spin on some of the more common Lebanese dishes. All I can say is they were all delicious and I could easily see myself here a lot. The servers and staff were wonderful and provided top-notch service. Of course I didn't get a look at the final bill and it's extremely inappropriate to ask, but I don't think the costs are terribly out of line. It truly was a memorable experience.Next we visit the motor city, we have a definite go-to in Leila! 02/25

Finally visited Leila after having it on my list for a while, and though I had a decent overall experience, there were definitely a few misses.The place is beautiful. Love the bar lighting and the huge, wall-length wine cellar. Definitely feels upscale yet inviting.Food was mostly good. My wife and I split the Shish Tawook, Shish Kebab, and lentil soup. The chicken and steak dishes were delicious, though tbh a bit overpriced (there's so much great Mediterranean food around for less). The soup was disappointing... watery and lacking flavor (could've improved with a bit of lemon and salt, but neither were on the table nor offered).As a certified wine nerd, one of the things that made me want to try this place was its wine list. However, our server knew absolutely nothing about wine -- he seemed genuinely confused by simple questions, and when I ordered a bottle, he had no idea what I was asking for so he had me point on the list and then he TOOK OUR WINE LIST so he could go find the wine, then never brought it back. A bit nitpicky, but he was also not great at pouring and kept spilling a bit on the sides of the glass and bottle. There's also one glaring mistake -- a bottle from a very famous producer is mislabeled as the top wine from that producer, when it is in fact the second label they make. I asked the server if there was a Somm there so I could point it out, but apparently no one who knew wine was around... on a Friday night! So weird for a place with a solid list.Otherwise, the server was friendly enough, albeit a bit slow to come back to take our food orders after the wine ordeal. Food came out quickly, though, so the kitchen was moving.I'd consider coming back as I did enjoy the vibe, most of the food, and the wine list (even if no one seems to know anything about it), but it's nowhere near the top of my list.

Great Atmosphere, decor, and service. Plenty of parking options nearby (also valet). Didn't go downstairs due to a private event but from what I saw it looked really nice. Beetroot Feta was a big miss for us, it tasted like canned pickled beats from our local Coney Island Greek salad. The Boneless Chicken was ok but it was very greasy and more like an egg-roll than the menu description. Everything else we had was delicious including desert. They had some unique cocktails... we tried a few and they were all great. I rank most items on the menu as very overpriced for Mediterranean food but not for downtown (if that makes any sense). Honestly not sure if I would return... maybe I'd try Phoenician, their original restaurant in Birmingham, before coming back.

This place is one heck of a hard place to get reservations to. But MY GOD, it's so worth it. Parking:There's some street parking right in front of the restaurant (if you get lucky) otherwise it's pretty difficult to find street parking if you don't want to pay. My husband and I don't like the hassle of going around the neighborhood to find parking so we just parked in the parking garage for $5 about a block away. Less than 1/2 mile. So it was easy for us. Ambiance:Omg. From the moment you want into the restaurant, to your table, and even to the restroom. I was just in awe of the place, beautifully done like all the other CH Group restaurants. Food:I honestly didn't think I would like this place as much as I did, but I already want to go back and try everything else! For bread my husband and I got the garlic bread with the shallot yogurt and garlic oil to start. It was so yummy! For our entire we shared the salmon kabob and saffron rice. We could have ordered more, but was already pretty full from the bread, but I'm not complaining since it was all delicious!

Leila delivered an incredible dining experience for our large group of 10! Given our party size, we were treated to a family-style menu that allowed us to taste a little bit of everything.We started with the Mezze course, which was a beautiful and delicious spread. Every dish was vibrant, fresh, and bursting with flavor. The hummus was smooth and creamy, with just the right balance of garlic and lemon. The baba ghanoush was smoky and rich, and the fresh pita bread was perfect for dipping. Each bite felt thoughtfully prepared, and the presentation was excellent.When the Entrée course arrived, I was full, so I used a sampling approach. The spread included Brazino, baby back ribs, chicken, sausage, Mjaddara, rice, and grilled vegetables. Each dish was beautifully seasoned and packed with flavor. The only slight drawback was the ribs, which had a bit too much dry rub. However, once I brushed it off, they were tender and flavorful and didn't even need the accompanying sauce.To finish, we enjoyed a dessert course with baklava and a Lebanese sundae. Being an ice cream lover, I went for the sundae made with Ashta ice cream, pistachio, and a topping of thin cotton candy. The sundae was large enough for three of us to share, and the light, sweet cotton candy was a perfect match with the creamy ice cream, a fun, unique dessert I'd order again.Between the delicious food, attentive service, and cozy, stylish ambiance, Leila is a must-visit in Detroit.

Second time here, able to easily snag a seat at the bar for two. Had some cocktails and shared plates. Had garlic and chicken kabobs- fresh and yummy. Good cocktails also! Friendly and prompt service but also not trying to rush!

Wow wow wow! Beautiful Lebanese restaurant with a lovely ambiance and a shaded outdoor patio in Capitol Park.Incredible food!I absolutely loved my Mjaddara, a spicy salad with lentils. It's the most delicious salad I've had in a long time. I loved the fresh jalapeños and dressing, and the sauce that the lentils were cooked in. Such a perfectly balanced dish and plated beautifully too. My friend let me try some of his Mixed Grill dish and the meats were cooked perfectly. So flavorful and tender.Fresh, warm pita bread was a perfect accompaniment to our entrees.For dessert, the pistachio cheesecake blew my kind. Homemade cardamom graham cracker crust, and a raspberry rose whip on top. Perfection!My Lebanese lemonade drink was very refreshing.Attentive, friendly, and excellent service. I can't wait to return and try more menu items.Phenomenal experience!

While the food was very good, I think the ambiance is really what shines about Leila. For the price and portions, there are much better options in Dearborn for delicious Middle Eastern Food. However, for an upscale vibe, this is a good place for a nice night out.

I absolutely loved this place and still think about our visit there! We decided on a whim to check this place out and we are so glad we did. Upon arrival, it was pretty busy but we were able to find seating at the bar. The place was dimly lit and they had interesting light fixtures and seating.The bartender was very friendly and gave us recommendations as first-timers. We got a couple of drinks (pomegranate punch and a cocktail), beetroot and feta, chicken wings, and eggplant fettah. Everything from the drinks to the food was amazing and changed the way I felt about Lebanese food. I thought I liked Lebanese food well enough but now I absolutely love it after visiting this restaurant. Everything was so flavorful and unique, I would definitely come back to try their other items.

Went here for a dinner with 4 people. Food was reasonably priced, we order the hummus, sausages, rice, potatoes and the mixed grill plus two bottles of wine which came out to be roughly $200 bucks (pretty reasonable). The server was excellent, she asked us about dietary restrictions/allergies. The only down side in my opinion the place is a little loud so it's hard to hear and feel like you have to scream the entire time during conversations.