Couscous Atlanta Now Open in Midtown; A New Mediterranean Eatery

In an announcemnt by Toren Anderson, Midtown Patch learned that some of the city’s most renowned restaurateurs have brought "the spice" with their latest concept in Midtown.  Couscous is said to offer Atlanta a new neighborhood restaurant serving "fresh, international cuisine in a casual and inviting atmosphere located along the Atlanta BeltLine adjacent to Piedmont Park."

Chefs Khaled Chebbi and Lotfi Chabaane collaborate on a menu of accessible, Mediterranean-inspired dishes that appeal to all palates.

Tunisian-born Chebbi leads efforts as executive chef and infuses the traditional fare of his childhood into his recipes. Chebbi honed his craft under culinary influencers across the globe. He has since worked in Atlanta with such prestigious entities as Mid City Cuisine, Carpe Diem and chefs Richard Wilt and Robert Phalen. A creative and passionate chef, Chebbi focuses on fresh, simple and organic ingredients at Couscous.

As consultant chef, Chabaane brings extensive knowledge to the Couscous team. His international experience across Europe and with high-volume destinations, including stints on the Queen Elizabeth II and restaurants in Florida and Bermuda, gives him a unique perspective. 

The final piece of the Couscous culinary trifecta is owner and general manager Haykel Arfaoui. His financial background helps lead the restaurant’s infrastructure, and his success is evident in the operation of Perla Taqueria since 2010. A 15-year industry veteran, Arfaoui considers the business more than simply his career; it is his way of life.

“We really wanted to create a cozy café-style restaurant with quality cuisine,” said Arfaoui. “And with these chefs at the helm, we’ve got an interesting menu that is rich and diverse, without being intimidating. At Couscous, guests can enjoy global flavors without leaving the city – or breaking the bank.”

Menu highlights include the signature couscous, served as an everyday pairing for the chefs’ creations. Other standout dishes include a classic BLT burger, traditional falafel and house-made mergez, a North African lamb sausage. Each meal incorporates fresh, healthy ingredients and aims to present authentic cuisine in a familiar way, making flavors accessible to every diner.