{"id":457,"date":"2009-08-13T11:03:02","date_gmt":"2009-08-13T11:03:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/comptoir-libanais-an-exciting-mix-of-cafe-shop-and-delicatessen-in-london-w1\/"},"modified":"2009-08-13T11:03:02","modified_gmt":"2009-08-13T11:03:02","slug":"comptoir-libanais-an-exciting-mix-of-cafe-shop-and-delicatessen-in-london-w1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/comptoir-libanais-an-exciting-mix-of-cafe-shop-and-delicatessen-in-london-w1\/","title":{"rendered":"Comptoir Libanais, an exciting mix of caf\u00e9, shop and delicatessen in London W1"},"content":{"rendered":"

Canteen \u2022 Shop \u2022 Delicatessen <\/p>\n

A Mecca For Food Lovers <\/strong><\/p>\n

Best known for the intricate and sumptuous interiors of his Levant, Pasha and Kenza restaurants, Tony Kitous has
\ntaken a total departure from his usual style with Comptoir Libanais \u2013 a truly modern Lebanese canteen, shop and
\ndelicatessen. With brilliant red and brushed-chrome industrial stools, bold-patterned turquoise tables, monochrome
\ngeometric flooring and an eye-catching mural inspired by a Middle Eastern movie star, you know you\u2019ve entered a
\nbrave new world in affordable contemporary casual dining.<\/p>\n

However, once inside, a beautiful kaleidoscope of mezze, salads, dips and breads reveal Tony\u2019s insatiable
\nappetite for bringing the classic flavours of the Middle East to the capital. Floor-to-ceiling shelves inject further
\ncolour, showcasing a treasure trove of new products, all Tony\u2019s favourites from a lifetime of travels across the Middle
\nEast. From harissa to halva, figs in chocolate to pink rose jelly, all sitting alongside tagine mixes, cookbooks and
\npickled vegetables, this visual spectacle begs to be explored. <\/p>\n

This new Lebanese all-day dining concept is an exciting intake of breath, delightfully perfumed with fresh mint and
\npomegranate. Kitous says <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cI wanted to make it fresh and contemporary, yet welcoming all the same. There\u2019s a little
\ntouch of the souk with embroidered handbags from Marrakech and ingredients to cook at home, but the ambience
\nis light and airy. I want to see people enjoying a pot of mint tea with friends, a quick tabbouleh salad and hommos
\nor a more leisurely evening meal \u2013 you don\u2019t have to sacrifice comfort, style or authenticity of food just because the
\ndining is casual\u201d. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The Food <\/strong><\/p>\n

Often cited as one of the world\u2019s healthiest cuisines, Lebanese dishes typically use an abundance of fresh fruit and
\nvegetables and are grilled or baked with olive oil, herbs, lemon juice and spices rather than heavy sauces. Comptoir
\nLibanais\u2019 ethos stays true to this tradition, with a range of home-style dips, salads, soups, warm wraps and hearty
\ntagines alongside pastries, cakes and freshly baked breads. The menu incorporates a myriad of flavours from the
\nMiddle East, allowing guests to explore everything from the familiar classics to more elusive dishes. <\/p>\n

Signature features include Comptoir\u2019s fabulous array of baked items. Home-baked breads include hot man\u2019oucha
\nflat breads with a selection of toppings from zaatar to spinach and halloumi and Lavosh bread bursting with olives
\nor dates and figs. These jostle for space with jewel-coloured cakes and pastries fragrant with the ingredients of the
\nMiddle East \u2013 contemporary choices such as walnut, date and orange tarts, rosewater macarons and honey and
\npistachio eclairs feature alongside the traditional Lebanese pastries like baklawa, bourma, nam\u00fbra and bokaj.
\nSavoury dishes include a must-try mezze platter featuring hommos, baba ghanuj, falafel and cheese samboussek.
\nFresh salads including tabbouleh, fattoush and lentil & wild rice are perfect summer treats while hot wraps such
\nas the prawn falafel, halloumi, lamb kofta or chicken taouk burst with flavour. Heartier dishes include aubergine
\nmoussaka and a range of tagines served with organic couscous or rice. <\/p>\n

Drinks
\n<\/strong>
\nAn impressive selection of freshly-squeezed juices and smoothies sit alongside a host of coffees, fine teas and
\nfresh mint tea for all-day refreshment. Freshly-blended lemonades include a choice of pomegranate and orange
\nblossom, lemon and lime, or apple, mint and ginger whilst organic fat-free frozen yoghurts with date, halva or pistachio
\ntoppings and smoothies in flavours such mango, strawberry and banana are sure to be de rigueur this summer. <\/p>\n

For those desiring a beer or glass of wine, Comptoir Libanias\u2019<\/strong> \u2018bring your own\u2019 policy allows diners to enjoy their
\nfavourite tipple with no corkage charge \u2013 the perfect way to have a great meal without breaking the bank. <\/p>\n

Shopping <\/strong><\/p>\n

A cornucopia of Middle Eastern delights provides a backdrop of colour and intrigue. From tahini to tableware and
\nharissa to halva, there is an impressive array of specialist goods, many exclusive to Comptoir Libanais. Added to
\nthis, a range of oils, vinegars, dried fruits, sauces, spices and sweet delicacies make Comptoir an eclectic haven of
\ngourmet gifts. Foodies and fashionistas alike are sure to admire the stunning collection of hand-made, beautifully-
\ncrafted Moroccan bags, ideal for shopping or a trip to the beach. <\/p>\n

Design <\/strong><\/p>\n

A daring colour palette of turquoise, orange and red creates a contemporary look throughout, with block prints and a
\nlarger than life image of actress Sirine Jamal al Dien \u2013 inspired by a vintage Middle Eastern movie poster \u2013 bringing
\nto life the clean white walls. Seat yourself in the airy canteen or settle into the midst of the merchandise by pulling up
\na stool at one of Comptoir\u2019s community tables featuring vibrant geometric shapes. Alternatively, the window seating
\nis ideal for people-watching whilst enjoying a coffee or fresh mint tea over the daily papers. <\/p>\n

Comptoir Libanais is an exciting mix of caf\u00e9, shop and delicatessen and is destined to become a hotspot for lovers
\nof Middle Eastern food, living and culture. With exceptionally feel-good prices \u2013 individual mezza dishes and salads
\nfrom only \u00a33.30, wraps at \u00a34.50, mains just \u00a36.50 and a mezze platter to share for \u00a38.50. Comptoir Libanais is
\ndesigned for the times we live in, offering substance and sustenance, style and shopping all under one roof. <\/strong><\/p>\n

65 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1PZ
\nOpening Times
\nMon-Fri: 8am- 10pm
\nSat-Sun: 10am \u2013 10pm
\nwww.lecomptoir.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Canteen \u2022 Shop \u2022 Delicatessen A Mecca For Food Lovers Best known for the intricate and sumptuous interiors of his Levant, Pasha and Kenza restaurants, Tony Kitous has taken a total departure from his usual style with Comptoir Libanais \u2013 a truly modern Lebanese canteen, shop and delicatessen. With brilliant red and brushed-chrome industrial stools, read more …<\/span><\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[10],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/457"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=457"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/457\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=457"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=457"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dine-online.co.uk\/foodie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=457"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}