Trendy Miami Lebanese Restaurant Amal to Open Broward Location

One of Coconut Grove's most popular new restaurants of the past few years is opening a second location in Broward this fall.

Trendy Lebanese restaurant Amal is opening on Las Olas Boulevard this fall by Ink Entertainment Group, the hospitality group known for Byblos in South Beach. The Fort Lauderdale opening will mark the third Amal location for the group, following the original spot in Toronto and the Coconut Grove location, which opened in 2022 on Main Highway.

"As a proud native of Beirut, it fills me with great pride to share the rich traditions of Lebanese cuisine, hospitality, and togetherness with our guests," says Charles Khabouth, CEO and founder of Ink Entertainment Group. "The spirit of Lebanese dining is all about enjoying a meal in a warm, welcoming atmosphere — where you come as a guest and leave feeling like family."

The New Fort Lauderdale Location

Located at 500 E. Las Olas Blvd., the restaurant will serve a menu rooted in Lebanese culinary traditions, with an emphasis on shared plates, fresh herbs, and bold spices. Executive chef Wissam Baki, who spent over 15 years cooking in Beirut, including at the InterContinental, will lead the kitchen. Baki's menu will draw from traditional Lebanese recipes while incorporating modern techniques and a mix of local and imported ingredients. The name "Amal," which means "hope" in Arabic, reflects the concept's deeper philosophy: meals built around generosity, family, and a deep appreciation for fresh, seasonal food.

While an official menu hasn't been released yet, the restaurant is expected to continue the brand's focus on shareable dishes, fresh herbs, bold spices, and coastal flavors. At the Coconut Grove location, cold starters include creamy hummus, baba ghanoush, and garlic labneh, all served with warm pita. The hot mezze section features items like batata harrah, crispy fingerling potatoes tossed with garlic, cilantro, and serrano chili; and Amal's falafels, topped with tahini and pickled turnip. For something heartier, there's pistachio kabab made with minced beef and lamb, chicken tawook skewers with toum, and lamb chops with fingerling potatoes and red pepper relish. Guests looking to sample more can opt for skewer platters, mezze samplers, or the hummus trio, which offers classic, pesto, and roasted red pepper varieties.

Its Signature Bright and Bohemian Atmosphere Is Coming to Las Olas

The space will be designed by Toronto-based studio Nivek Remas, whose previous work includes Amal's other locations. The design will follow the brand's Mediterranean-influenced aesthetic, combining soft textures, natural light, and subtle nods to the Lebanese coast.

Amal joins a growing roster of Ink Entertainment restaurants in Florida, including Byblos Miami in South Beach, Sofia in the Design District, and Level 6 in Coconut Grove. The group is planning further expansion with additional concepts set to open in Miami Beach by 2026, though no additional details have been released yet.