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Em Sherif au Musée

Cuisine: Creative Levantine reinterpretations
Location: Sursock Museum Esplanade, Achrafieh
Overview: Opened in September 2025, this elegant restaurant offers a refined twist on traditional Lebanese dishes within the cultural setting of the Sursock Museum. The ambiance is enhanced by artworks from renowned Lebanese artist Hussein Madi, blending heritage with contemporary expression.
Contact: +961 1 343 930

Liza Beirut

Cuisine: Contemporary Lebanese
Location: Achrafieh
Overview: Set in a beautifully restored mansion, Liza combines contemporary Lebanese cuisine with a chic atmosphere.
Contact: +961 71 717 105

Tawlet

Cuisine: Traditional Lebanese home cooking
Location: Mar Mikhael
Overview: A unique concept where different Lebanese home cooks prepare traditional dishes, offering a communal dining experience.
Contact: +961 81 266 060

Terrible Prince

Cuisine: Gourmet Burgers & Tapas
Location: Monot Street, Beirut
Overview: Formerly known as The Happy Prince, this rebranded hotspot offers a refined yet casual dining experience. The ambiance combines a wine bar feel with a cozy restaurant setting. Shared seating concept
Contact: +961 70 426 444

Marly’s

Cuisine: Asian-Mediterranean fusion
Location: Achrafieh
Overview: A chic bistro bar inspired by the glamour of the 1960s and 1970s, offering a fusion of Asian and Mediterranean flavors.
Contact: +961 76 887 788

Cocteau Beirut

Cuisine: French Contemporary
Location: Downtown
Overview: A refined French dining experience for crafting memories.
Cocteau is an award-winning architectural marvel.
Contact: +961 1 970 707

Baron

Cuisine: Contemporary Mediterranean & Lebanese fusion
Location: Mar Mikhael
Overview: It was awarded Best Restaurant in Lebanon 2022 & 2023 by “The World’s 50 best Restaurants” and ranked #12 in the MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022, # 16 in the MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023 & 2024, # 42 in the MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025.
Contact: +961 79 179 099

Fred Kitchen & Bar

Cuisine: Franco-Italian bistro
Location: Gemmayzeh
Overview: A Franco-Italian bistro known for its creative dishes and inviting ambiance.

Meat the Fish
Cuisine: International Fusion (Meat, Fish & Deli)
Location: Saifi Village, Beirut
Overview: A contemporary eatery blending high-quality meats, fresh seafood, and seasonal produce. Known for its vibrant deli-style concept, creative menu, and casual-chic atmosphere, it’s a favorite for both dining in and gourmet takeout.

Kalei Coffee Co.

Location: Mar Mikhael & Ras Beirut
Overview: A specialty coffee roastery and café offering a variety of high-quality coffees in a cozy, vintage setting. Known for its commitment to sustainability and community engagement.

Levant

Location: Gemmayzeh
Overview: A charming café offering specialty coffee and local delicacies in a nostalgic setting reminiscent of 1960s Beirut.

Sip

Location: Gemmayzeh
Overview: A beloved coffee shop known for its premium specialty coffee, cozy ambiance, and friendly staff. Ideal for enjoying a cup of coffee in a relaxed setting.

Beyt Garden Café

Location: Mar Mikhael, Armenia Street
Overview: A garden café and cultural space offering a tranquil setting with lush greenery. Beyt Garden Café serves as a community hub, hosting events and providing a peaceful environment for patrons to relax and enjoy their time.

Barzakh Bookshop & Café

Location: Hamra, above Rossa Café
Overview: A cultural space housing over 30,000 books in Arabic, English, and French. Barzakh offers a serene atmosphere for reading, studying, or enjoying a coffee. It also hosts various events, including film screenings, music salons, and poetry readings.