Discover our locals' 179 hidden gems in Beirut

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Massabki Serhal Mural

Look Both ways - A Women

This piece shows beauty and power in whatever future you choose for yourself as a woman, and it shows how you can find light, hope, and love.

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Najat

Kibbi

Mar 19, 2025

Lennon

Give peace a chance

"Lennon" in Beirut is a colorful, chill, hippie place that will certainly catch your eye. You can't just order a single drink here...

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Najat

Kibbi

Mar 19, 2025

Salud

Best Mexican in town

"Salud" in Beirut is a happy Mexican bar-restaurant, one of my favorites in town! You have to try their beef burritos together with a pitcher of Margarita!

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Najat

Kibbi

Mar 19, 2025

Dead End Paradise

A reminder of hope

"Dead End Paradise" in Beirut was created by the owners of Electric Bar Sutt, destroyed in the 4/8 explosion. It reminds us to enjoy life to its fullest...

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Najat

Kibbi

Mar 19, 2025

Farrouj Zaghal

1966 Chicken Restuarant

What makes the chicken sandwiches different at Zaghal's is that they're wrapped in a "Marqouq bread" which was not popular in Beirut back in the 60s...

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Samira

Ezzo

Mar 18, 2025

Steampunk

Industrial Specialty Coffee House

They have outdoor and indoor seating, with 3 comfy sofas that fit the steampunk theme and even the light bulbs above the bar are held up by gears.

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Snacks

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Samira

Ezzo

Mar 18, 2025

Jaï

My Asian spot in Beirut!

Go to "Jaï" for awesome Thai, Chinese and Indian food in Beirut! Stick around for their fluffy donuts topped w/ spiced almonds and a coconut/lemon dip...

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Samira

Ezzo

Mar 18, 2025

Cantina Sociale

A wine shop and café concept

Cantina Sociale is a wine and coffee shop concept located in Beirut. If you’re a fan of wine and chill, modern spaces then you need to hit it up...

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Najat

Kibbi

Mar 18, 2025

Grand Meshmosh

Lowkey spot to chill

Very charming in a very simple manner - nothing too extravagant, yet very cozy. I love that Grand Meshmosh is never too loud or too crowded, but just perfect.

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Relaxing
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Tala

Ladki

Mar 16, 2025

Raseef Beirut

Cozy, Homey, Beautiful

One of my favorite places in Hamra is Raseef Beirut, originally a small sidewalk restaurant and pub – hence the name: “Raseef”, which translates to “sidewalk".

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Tala

Ladki

Mar 16, 2025

Em Nazih

Come for the food, stay for the vibes

Known for its system, unique decor, and budget-friendly menu, Em Nazih is where you'd go on a lazy Sunday when you want to stuff your face with some good Lebanese food or on a casual coffee or drinks outing.

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Tala

Ladki

Mar 16, 2025

Molo

All day coziness

The menu includes some local bites, but Molo is best known for its pizzas, served on a wooden plank. The menu is also rich with different types of hot tea, coffee, and signature cocktails.

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Tala

Ladki

Mar 16, 2025

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