Modern Northern

Lebanese Cuisine

Proud to be recognized on a national stage

Modern Northern Lebanese Cuisine

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Join us as we celebrate the vibrant flavors, cultural heritage, and eco consciousness that define our culinary philosophy.

Thoughtful Sourcing. Responsible Choices.

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This badge reflects our commitment to knowing where our food comes from and choosing partners who respect the land, the animals, and the people behind every ingredient.

From farm and sea to our kitchen, each decision is made with care—so what reaches your table is honest, responsibly sourced food we’re proud to serve.

James Beard Recognized Chef

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Join the James Beard Foundation recognized Chef Toni Elkhouri owner & chef of Cedars Café, Sharing kitchen stories, resourceful recipes & everyday techniques to help home cooks rethink waste & taste everything life has to offer.

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Our Values & Advocacy

We believe great food starts with responsibility—to our ingredients, our community, and the people who grow and prepare our food.

Cedars Cafe is proud to stand alongside organizations that champion independent restaurants, sustainable sourcing, and equity in the culinary world. These partnerships reflect how we cook, how we source, and how we show up every day.

This isn’t about labels.
It’s about doing the work—quietly, consistently, and with intention.

Explore Our Menus

Lunch Menu

Fresh, balanced Northern Lebanese dishes crafted for a relaxed midday meal—perfect for lunch meetings, quick escapes, or lingering conversations.

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Dinner Menu

An elevated Northern Lebanese dining experience featuring thoughtfully sourced ingredients and dishes designed to be shared, savored, and remembered.

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Visit Cedars Cafe

Cedar’s Cafe is located at 4100 N. Wickham Rd., Suite 137 in Melbourne, Florida, at the corner of Wickham and Post Roads. You’ll find us tucked into the corner of the Publix Post Commons Plaza, next to Panera Bread.

Just caddy-corner from the King Center for the Performing Arts, Cedar’s Cafe is a favorite pre-show dining spot in Melbourne, FL—perfect for a relaxed dinner before an evening performance.

Minutes from the King Center / Central Melbourne location

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What Guests Are Saying

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“Awesome food, great service — family-owned and run from the start.”
— Google Review

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“Chef Toni’s passion and skill show not only in the food, but in how she talks about it.”
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“Owner is passionate about sourcing quality ingredients and cooks in healthy oils only.”
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A conversation, not a reservation

At Cedars Café, the Chef’s Table isn’t a preset tasting menu — it’s a personal culinary conversation.

There’s no script. No repeated menu. No “one-size-fits-all” experience.

Instead, we listen. We ask questions. We design a one-of-a-kind tasting menu around your story, memories, and palate — using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and modern Lebanese inspiration.

Each Chef’s Table is created once… and never repeated.

Available by advance reservation only.

The Chef’s Table Experience at Cedars Cafe

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Beyond Cedars Cafe

 Toni occasionally writes about food, advocacy, sourcing, culture, and the ideas that shape her cooking — sometimes serious, sometimes playful, under the banner of Sustainable ShenanigansEssays & Advocacy 

You can Read Toni’s Writing Here