Looking For An Alternative? Here's the Place.
My friends and I were looking for a different place to eat and decided to stop at Al-Amir on a whim. It turned out to be a good choice. They have a relaxing atmosphere and good food. It was my first taste of Lebanese food so I can't compare, but it was all delicious.    [11 Jan 2002 22:10:21]

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     ­Jennifer   

Better Get a Reservation, Else You Got to Pay.
I checked out the place on the website and it said reservations not required and entry is free, but once I reached there, I had to shell out $10 since I had no reservation. And getting a parking around the restaurant is a pain. After all this I was in no mood to enjoy the food. So, better get a reservation before you go to this place, or best look out for a different joint because I believe they cheated me.    [24 Mar 2003 17:26:37]

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     ­Nick   

I Loved The Belly Dancers.
Don't go on the weekend, they are very busy.    [16 May 2003 07:20:29]

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     ­Zak   

The Pearl of the Orient
That's what Beirut Lebanon was once known as and so should this restaurant in Dallas. It's the closest to the real thing as you're going to get and I've been to many. The food is great by restaurant standards in Lebanese food and the ambiance makes you forget you are actually in Dallas for a a couple of hours. They are busy, so do get reservations on the weekend.    [22 Sep 2003 13:54:51]

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     ­Daniel   

It's a Good One
When I went there for the first time I was really amazed. The people are somewhat diferent because you're in a different atmosphere. Sometimes the music is good and sometimes is bad, but you can actually have a lot of fun. I would recommend it! Try out something diferent.    [25 Nov 2003 16:14:40]

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     ­Anonymous   

Best/Classiest Middle-Eastern Restaurant Around.
I was exposed to the wonderful world of Middle-Eastern restaurants and clubs while living in LA this past summer. When I got back to Dallas I was anxious to find such a place in Texas. I was pleasantly surprised to find Al-Amir. This place offers everything: wonderful food, a fabulous family-oriented atmosphere, talented belly dancers every night they are open (unlike most places - where dancing is offered on weekends only), great food/wine, and the opportunity to smoke a water pipe.    [20 Dec 2003 00:53:17]

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     ­Anonymous   

Good Food on Weekdays
The price isn't any higher than Benigans or Chilis as long as you stick to getting a basic meal. The service is pretty good - we aren't talking 5 star here - but all in all it is good service.

I would highly recommend the grills and the kabobs without an appetizer and then a small dessert. This is a great place for a weekday date since it is almost empty until the weekend when it becomes a club. If you ever wanted to have that 'lets take our relationship to the next level' type of date then go here during the week.

As for the club scene. Think of the Village Station skewered in a diagonal without being interconnected. There are few clubs or restaurants in DFW that have a tiered level design. And, if they really have opened up the far north bar, then this is the place to go on the weekends.

If only they would drop their cover charge down to 5 - 7 bucks instead of 10.    [13 Jan 2004 11:36:15]

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     ­Normal Bum Student   

I Love It!
Where should you go this weekend? Hmmm...I know, I know! Al-Amir! It's good food, cute atmosphere, great water pipe, the belly dancers are so entertaining, and if you go with your closest friends at the end of the night you will have a blast. It's number one on my list.    [29 Apr 2004 23:17:05]

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     ­*Jenny*   

First Time to Al-Amir
My boyfriend took me to the Al-Amir for the first time (he is from the Middle East). It was the best time I have ever had! The food was great, but the Arabic music was way too awesome. Can't wait to plan another trip to Dallas just to go again.    [31 May 2004 19:39:26]

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     ­Anonymous   

Nice Place But...
A different atmosphere...nice ambiance.

Unfortunately, front service was bad.

I was there for a friend's party on 11 Sep 04. I was made to pay entry, which was fine, but there was this bouncer who was extremely rude to my friend when my friend casually asked about why the need to pay for entry. I had to talk the bouncer to cool it and not get so defensive over my friend's question. While I was paying for the entry, I placed my credit card on the table. Yet, the lady purposely stared at me, waiting for me to take my credit card and place it on her hands instead. Gesh.

They should learn that first impression is very important.    [14 Sep 2004 21:42:43]

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     ­Denise Zuriel   denisezuriel at hotmail dot com