Candyfornia Cafe Beirut

Your unicorn coffee shop!

Rayan from Beirut

About me I'm a Lebanese born in 1994, raised in Zimbabwe and currently living in Beirut and working with UNICEF. I consider myself a traveler, humanitarian, poet, writer, human rights activist and a global citizen. I have worked with different vulnerable communities in 7 different countries and have traveled to around 26 countries so far. I am passionate about places, cities, people and boo...
""Candyfornia Cafe" in Beirut has 'kawaii' and LA written all over it! It's for all unicorn and creativity lovers out there... They even have a pink pool!"

Welcome to Candyfornia Café for all unicorn and creativity lovers! This café is quite hidden, since it is located on the first floor of the blue building in Monot, Achrafieh. I found this café very unique due to its décor design, cakes and smoothies. 

It is the first "Kawaii-style" coffee shop that gives off the Los Angeles "LA" vibes while boosting a "candy-colored" design all over. The co-founder actually told me himself that he created this idea out of his love for LA. 

If you are a creative person that is into unique spots or a unicorn gangsta that loves smoothies and lattes, this is definitely your spot! Not only will you be spoilt with smoothies and lattes but also with freshly made cakes, cupcakes, sandwiches, and healthy salads. Not to forget the chill zone that makes you feel like you are in another surreal world. 

Did I forget to mention that they even have a pink pool inside the café? Of course it is empty and just there for design but it is pretty cool!

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About me I'm a Lebanese born in 1994, raised in Zimbabwe and currently living in Beirut and working with UNICEF. I consider myself a traveler, humanitarian, poet, writer, human rights activist and a global citizen. I have worked with different vulnerable communities in 7 different countries and have traveled to around 26 countries so far. I am passionate about places, cities, people and books! Why Beirut I love Beirut for its simplicity, diversity and historical marks. Beirut is a small city where you can go anywhere any day and any time. You can feel like you are in ...

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Blue Building, 1st Floor, Monot Street

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Dec 4, 2025

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