Al Hawr sits on S River Pkwy in Southwest Portland, right along the Willamette, with patio seating that puts the riverside location to work when weather allows. The menu runs through Lebanese and Mediterranean staples — kebabs, hummus, and other dishes built on the olive oil, garlic, and lemon that anchor the cuisine — alongside a wine bar and beer on draft.
It runs as a family operation, and regulars point to the owner's direct involvement in the dining room as part of the draw. Customers have been known to travel some distance to come back, and the restaurant has built a reputation as a neighborhood spot for authentic Lebanese cooking, even as some note service can slow down at busier moments.
It runs as a family operation, and regulars point to the owner's direct involvement in the dining room as part of the draw. Customers have been known to travel some distance to come back, and the restaurant has built a reputation as a neighborhood spot for authentic Lebanese cooking, even as some note service can slow down at busier moments.