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The Lebanese House in Newbury offers authentic Levantine cooking in a relaxed setting, making it a worthwhile detour if you're traveling east from the Cotswolds or passing through Berkshire.
The restaurant specializes in dishes meant for sharing, so it works particularly well if you're dining with a group. The menu centers on traditional Lebanese fare—colorful mezze platters featuring hummus, baba ghanoush, and tabbouleh, alongside grilled specialties such as shish taouk and lamb kofta. The food arrives fresh and aromatic, providing a different dining experience from the traditional pubs and gastropubs you'll find throughout villages like Burford or Cirencester.
Newbury sits just beyond the main Cotswolds boundary but functions as a proper market town with genuine character. It's roughly 30 to 40 minutes' drive from the eastern edges of the region, making it a sensible stop if you're heading further east or exploring beyond the Cotswolds proper. The location works well for breaking up a longer journey when you want something other than standard English fare. You'll need to drive a bit to reach it, but the Lebanese House gives you a genuine taste of Levantine cooking without venturing too far from the Cotswolds area.
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