Villa Clara, International Restaurant, Jabal Amman

3.7 out of 5 If you ask anyone in Jordan, what is the best thing about Amman? The first response would be the incredible summer weather. We are lucky to be able to sit outside and enjoy the lovely weather for a good six months out of the year. Well, Villa Clara has taken advantage…

Beit Aziz, al Salt, Jordan

Al Salt is a historic agricultural town, situated among hills in the central western part of Jordan. It is a charming town with historic buildings scattered throughout, old markets and traditional Turkish baths. It is not the first place you would think of to grab a bite to eat, but for the sake of breaking…

La Capitale, Four Seasons Hotel

Excellent food, beautiful surrounding, great service, but on the expensive side. The perfect place for a special occasion.

Il Pizzaoilo, Abdoun, Amman

Rating 3.97 out of 5 Il Pizzaoilo (pronounced ‘el pizza-yolo’, it means the Pizza maker, in Italian) is tucked away in a bustling area of Abdoun. It is a pleasant place that is typical of a modern Italian bistro. The seating is comfortable, the space is well lit (maybe a little too bright for some),…

Asateer Lebanese Cuisine, Abdoun

Overall rating 3.10 Asateer restaurant is located in what used to be one of Amman’s recognized restaurants,  l’Olivier, a legend of its time. With this in mind, the expectations were high upon entering the main lobby. The staff at the entrance was pleasant and happy to see us, quickly showing us the way to the…

Oz Boutique Restaurant

Overall rating 3.80 out of 5 The JLE Committee decided to break away from our usual outings and experience a bar/ restaurant for a change. We chose to go to Oz for our Thursday outing. It was a lovely night, and we enjoyed the music, energy and atmosphere of the place, in spite of being…

Karam Beirut, Jabal Amman

Overall Score: 4.12 out of 5 One night in September, we went to Karam Beirut to enjoy some tasty Arabic mezzas and grilled meat. The weather was perfect for an outdoor setting, although the seats could have been more cushioned and comfortable. Everything looked clean; the ambiance was relaxed and the restaurant was bustling with…