Syhiba Restaurant

You'll smell the charcoal grill before you even push through the door of this Lebanese spot tucked into George Street's restaurant strip. The dining room's nothing fancy - dark wood, warm lighting, and the sound of sizzling meat from the open kitchen - but that's exactly the point. This is about serious Middle Eastern cooking, not Instagram moments. The mixed grill arrives on platters that could feed half of Wakefield, with perfectly seasoned lamb kofta and chicken shish that's been properly marinated. Their hummus is silky enough to make you question every supermarket tub you've ever bought, and the fresh bread comes warm from their own oven. Staff know their menu inside out and aren't shy about steering you towards the best combinations.