One of the Best Falafel in Town; Tabbara Beirut!

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

July 24, 2019

One of the Best Falafel in Town; Tabbara Beirut!

Pure fava beans, no chickpeas, a little tiny addition of garlic you won't even feel: that's what makes Tabbara's falafel so…

July 24, 2019 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun Lebanese/Middle Eastern

The Cheesecake Factory Closes in Beirut: Goodbye to Another Franchise (Restaurant Closed)

News | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

April 30, 2019

The Cheesecake Factory Closes in Beirut: Goodbye to Another Franchise (Restaurant Closed)

I keep on repeating one sentence: “Lebanon is not a franchise country”. From the days' franchises started opening in…

April 30, 2019 | Popular | Hamra & Verdun News

La Foule: Traditional and Fresh, Lebanese Breakfast on Hamra Street

Breakfast & Coffee | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

April 20, 2019

La Foule: Traditional and Fresh, Lebanese Breakfast on Hamra Street

Have you ever had a traditional old breakfast in a beautifully decorated place, served by professional waiters, drinking San…

April 20, 2019 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun Breakfast & Coffee

Last Lunch at The Cheesecake Factory Beirut; Closing on April 30th (Restaurant Closed)

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

April 17, 2019

Last Lunch at The Cheesecake Factory Beirut; Closing on April 30th (Restaurant Closed)

When I heard that “The Cheesecake Factory” of Beirut will be closing down at the end of April, it was a must to pass…

April 17, 2019 | Restaurant Closed | Hamra & Verdun American

Dar Bistro and Books: A Calm Breakfast in Beirut

Breakfast & Coffee | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

March 14, 2019

Dar Bistro and Books: A Calm Breakfast in Beirut

How great it is to visit on an early morning during weekdays. A place enchanted with vibes of positivity, calm and serenity…

March 14, 2019 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun Breakfast & Coffee

Patchi Cafe: A Pleasure for the Eyes, Body and Soul! The Gourmet Chocolate Experience

Chocolate | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

March 13, 2019

Patchi Cafe: A Pleasure for the Eyes, Body and Soul! The Gourmet Chocolate Experience

Considered to be one of the world’s best and most prestigious chocolate suppliers, Lebanon’s Patchi has opened its…

March 13, 2019 | Desserts & Sweets | Hamra & Verdun Chocolate

Delivering Poke Bowls to Work: Aloha Poke

Asian & Chinese | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

January 20, 2019

Delivering Poke Bowls to Work: Aloha Poke

Apparently, there’s a food district in Hamra called “The Food District” hosting Aloha Poke, Soul Food, Taco…

January 20, 2019 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun Asian & Chinese

Choco-Story: The Chocolate Museum Opens in Beirut

News | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

December 24, 2018

Choco-Story: The Chocolate Museum Opens in Beirut

Choco-Story, the middle east's first chocolate museum opens its doors in Beirut. Choco-Story, the chocolate museum, tells…

December 24, 2018 | Travel & Tourism | Hamra & Verdun News

Sunday Buffet at Le Bristol: My Kids and I Enjoy it so Much (Restaurant Closed)

International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

November 04, 2018

Sunday Buffet at Le Bristol: My Kids and I Enjoy it so Much (Restaurant Closed)

Every Sunday, Hotel Le Bristol Beirut opens for lunch, a buffet, families will enjoy. Open from 1 pm; the generous buffet…

November 04, 2018 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun International Cuisine

Croissant Al Sheikh; Good Value For Money

Bread & Bakeries | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

June 04, 2018

Croissant Al Sheikh; Good Value For Money

Famous for its low priced croissants, Al-Sheikh serves a good quality while speaking the local language. Buttery and fluffy at…

June 04, 2018 | Hamra & Verdun Bread & Bakeries

Breakfast and Lunch at La Petite Table, ABC Verdun are Worth Trying! (Restaurant Closed)

French Food | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

January 18, 2018

Breakfast and Lunch at La Petite Table, ABC Verdun are Worth Trying! (Restaurant Closed)

Enjoyable from the minute you walk in, having breakfast at La Petite Table is one of my favorite things to do whenever I’m…

January 18, 2018 | International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun French Food

Semsom: Tasty Flavors of Lebanon... With an Enjoyable Twist

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

August 28, 2017

Semsom: Tasty Flavors of Lebanon... With an Enjoyable Twist

I've been a big fan of Semsom since I first discovered it in Achrafieh back in 2008. I love their signature twist on Lebanese…

August 28, 2017 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Grand Cinemas ABC Verdun is Now Open: Photos of the 11 Screens Entertainment Hub

News | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

August 28, 2017

Grand Cinemas ABC Verdun is Now Open: Photos of the 11 Screens Entertainment Hub

Grand Cinemas, opened its most spectacular theatre complex to date, at Beirut’s highly anticipated ABC Verdun. Grand…

August 28, 2017 | Hamra & Verdun News

ABC Verdun: Now Open in the Heart of Beirut

News | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

August 05, 2017

ABC Verdun: Now Open in the Heart of Beirut

ABC Verdun, Lebanon's biggest and sexiest mall is now open in the heart of Beirut. Check below the first picture of this…

August 05, 2017 | Shopping Mall | Hamra & Verdun News

ABC Verdun: Video and Photos of the Opening

News | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

July 28, 2017

ABC Verdun: Video and Photos of the Opening

They say, the opening ceremony costs by the hundreds of thousands... below is the video and photos of this big night!

July 28, 2017 | Popular | Hamra & Verdun News

The J's: A Real Diner... Tasty Food in Hamra (Restaurant Closed)

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

June 25, 2017

The J's: A Real Diner... Tasty Food in Hamra (Restaurant Closed)

I was here before the opening when the menu was printed on paper and was a bit complicated... today I'm back to discover the…

June 25, 2017 | Burgers | Hamra & Verdun American

Al Rayess Men Chtaura: A Kiosk on Hamra Street (Restaurant Closed)

Restaurant Closed | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

April 11, 2017

Al Rayess Men Chtaura: A Kiosk on Hamra Street (Restaurant Closed)

Driving by Hamra street, a kiosk grabbed my attention: yellow and red, beautifully designed with wheels and heavy metal poles, AL…

April 11, 2017 | Sandwiches | Hamra & Verdun Restaurant Closed

ABC Verdun's Big Reveal

News | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

April 10, 2017

ABC Verdun's Big Reveal

You've been hearing a lot about the new ABC Verdun... Curious to see the reveal?

April 10, 2017 | Shopping Mall | Hamra & Verdun News

Kaldi: A Coffee Experience on Jeanne D'Arc Street

Breakfast & Coffee | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

December 04, 2016

Kaldi: A Coffee Experience on Jeanne D'Arc Street

Probably the first coffee bar in Lebanon is now open on Jeanne D'Arc street. It's called KALDI; a speciality coffee shop down a…

December 04, 2016 | Coffee, Wine & Drinks | Hamra & Verdun Breakfast & Coffee

The Hot Dog Faktory Beirut: Gourmet Hotdogs (Restaurant Closed)

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

November 02, 2016

The Hot Dog Faktory Beirut: Gourmet Hotdogs (Restaurant Closed)

From Geneva to Lausanne and now Beirut, The Hot Dog Faktory is a Lebanese concept that first opened in Switzerland is now open…

November 02, 2016 | Restaurant Closed | Hamra & Verdun American

BreadBerry: A Cafe in Beirut with a Lost Identity!

International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

November 01, 2016

BreadBerry: A Cafe in Beirut with a Lost Identity!

Breadberry is a casual restaurant located in Verdun. It is a cafe trottoir kind of place that serves a selection of sandwiches,…

November 01, 2016 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun International Cuisine

J's: Beirut has a New Diner (Restaurant Closed)

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

September 09, 2016

J's: Beirut has a New Diner (Restaurant Closed)

An interesting and catchy first impression grabs you inside the latest diner to open on Makdessi street Hamra; it's called J's.…

September 09, 2016 | Burgers | Hamra & Verdun American

The Cheesecake Factory: Beirut’s Trendy Diner (Restaurant Closed)

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

July 14, 2016

The Cheesecake Factory: Beirut’s Trendy Diner (Restaurant Closed)

The Cheesecake Factory: Some love it while other fears it... actually fear the 260 items on the menu that's heavy in calories...…

July 14, 2016 | International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun American

Shawarma w Saj: Now in Hamra (Restaurant Closed)

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

July 06, 2016

Shawarma w Saj: Now in Hamra (Restaurant Closed)

Yellow and black inside out, a Shawarma concept has newly opened in Hamra. It's called Shawarma w Saj and it has come all…

July 06, 2016 | Restaurant Closed | Hamra & Verdun Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Appetito Trattoria Hamra: Trying the Pizza

Italian Food | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

April 08, 2016

Appetito Trattoria Hamra: Trying the Pizza

It has taken me sometime to come here but as they say it's better late then never. Appetito is the Italian trattoria down in…

April 08, 2016 | Pizza | Hamra & Verdun Italian Food

The Cheesecake Factory Beirut; I Like it Here (Restaurant Closed)

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

February 07, 2016

The Cheesecake Factory Beirut; I Like it Here (Restaurant Closed)

My first review of The Cheesecake Factory was on opening night and the experience was simply great. Tonight I'm back because my…

February 07, 2016 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun American

The Cheesecake Factory in Lebanon: The First Experience (Restaurant Closed)

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

December 01, 2015

The Cheesecake Factory in Lebanon: The First Experience (Restaurant Closed)

Tonight we feast at the Cheesecake Factory. I was one of the first people to be invited alongside VIP guests and media…

December 01, 2015 | Burgers | Hamra & Verdun American

The Legendary Sunday Buffet at Le Bristol Hotel (Restaurant Closed)

International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

November 24, 2015

The Legendary Sunday Buffet at Le Bristol Hotel (Restaurant Closed)

It's a place my parents used to tell me about, it's a majestic landmark in the heart of Beirut, it's aplace where big balls were…

November 24, 2015 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun International Cuisine

Curli-Q's Cinnamon Rolls

Tasty Discoveries | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

October 20, 2015

Curli-Q's Cinnamon Rolls

It's cylinder and it's tasty. It’s a cinnamon roll with a dozen layers one on top of the other that’s carefully baked…

October 20, 2015 | Hamra & Verdun Tasty Discoveries

Japanese Whisky Paired with Sushi

Reviews | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

October 16, 2015

Japanese Whisky Paired with Sushi

Invited by Shogun and the Lebanese Syndicate of Restaurants in Lebanon, Nikka Japanese Whisky, newly launched in Lebanon, wanted…

October 16, 2015 | Tasty Discoveries | Hamra & Verdun Reviews

Benihana: Serving Japanese Food for the Last 22 Years in Beirut

Asian & Chinese | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

October 14, 2015

Benihana: Serving Japanese Food for the Last 22 Years in Beirut

I honestly thought Benihana was closed. I haven’t heard of it in a while and haven’t heard anyone mention its name in…

October 14, 2015 | Japanese & Sushi | Hamra & Verdun Asian & Chinese

Ferdinand Doesn't Cease to Amaze Me

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

September 26, 2015

Ferdinand Doesn't Cease to Amaze Me

Back in November of 2014 the experience started with a smile and ended with one. We were welcomed by the manager who ran to show…

September 26, 2015 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun American

The Beazbee: A Flavorful, Cozy Breakfast

Breakfast & Coffee | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

June 03, 2015

The Beazbee: A Flavorful, Cozy Breakfast

The white purity, the red fabrics, the champagne bottles, the imprinted logos, the light breeze of air, the sunny spells... The…

June 03, 2015 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun Breakfast & Coffee

The Cupcakery: Mouthwatering, Moist, Flavorful Cakes (Closed)

Restaurant Closed | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

April 07, 2015

The Cupcakery: Mouthwatering, Moist, Flavorful Cakes (Closed)

A trend taking over our country, cupcakes have become available in almost all bakeries around Lebanon. But a cupcake is not the…

April 07, 2015 | Tasty Discoveries | Hamra & Verdun Restaurant Closed

Ci Gusta: Good Looking Plates... (Restaurant Closed)

Restaurant Closed | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

March 07, 2015

Ci Gusta: Good Looking Plates... (Restaurant Closed)

Down on Jeanne D'Arc Street in Hamra, next to my favorite Cupcakery, is a brightly lit cafe called Ci Gusta. Ci Gusta serves a…

March 07, 2015 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun Restaurant Closed

Yeh! Waffles, Pancakes, Crepes and Frozen Yogurt (Restaurant Closed)

Restaurant Closed | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

March 07, 2015

Yeh! Waffles, Pancakes, Crepes and Frozen Yogurt (Restaurant Closed)

Yeh! is not new to me considering my sisters used to tell me about this special concept that they enjoy in…

March 07, 2015 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun Restaurant Closed

Osaka: A Renowned Japanese Restaurant in Beirut

Japanese & Sushi | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

March 06, 2015

Osaka: A Renowned Japanese Restaurant in Beirut

I'll spare you the introductions and get straight to the point. Osaka is one of my favorite Japanese places in town and the…

March 06, 2015 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun Japanese & Sushi

Jai: Can't Get Enough of Exotic Flavors of Asia

Asian & Chinese | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

February 23, 2015

Jai: Can't Get Enough of Exotic Flavors of Asia

I’m back, yes back in less than a month to enjoy one of the finest Asian cuisines in Lebanon. Just remembering my last…

February 23, 2015 | International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Asian & Chinese

Food Style: Don't Judge a Book by its Cover

American | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

January 25, 2015

Food Style: Don't Judge a Book by its Cover

I have passed several times in front of Food Style, but never ever felt that push to step in. It's weird how some places give off…

January 25, 2015 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun American

Jai: Succulent Flavors of Asia in Lebanon

International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

January 22, 2015

Jai: Succulent Flavors of Asia in Lebanon

Finally, yes, I did it! I'm trying Jai because honestly, to date, I didn't hear a single negative review about the place. To…

January 22, 2015 | Japanese & Sushi | Hamra & Verdun International Cuisine

Truffle Chocolate: A Collection of Truffles and Sweet Delights

Chocolate | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

December 14, 2014

Truffle Chocolate: A Collection of Truffles and Sweet Delights

I came across a place called Truffle Chocolate on Instagram. To my happy surprise I found them at Le Salon du Chocolat. I was so…

December 14, 2014 | Desserts & Sweets | Hamra & Verdun Chocolate

Khass w Bass: Delicious and Nutritious Salads and Sandwiches (Restaurant Closed)

International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

December 11, 2014

Khass w Bass: Delicious and Nutritious Salads and Sandwiches (Restaurant Closed)

A bizarre name, to say the least, but this restaurant and its healthy direction is guaranteed to amaze you. The people behind…

December 11, 2014 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun International Cuisine

Ferdinand: A Gastropub and Tasty Food

Burgers | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

November 09, 2014

Ferdinand: A Gastropub and Tasty Food

The experience started with a smile and hopefully will end with one. We were welcomed by the manager who ran to show us around…

November 09, 2014 | International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Burgers

Cookielicious: Creative Cookies in Hamra

Tasty Discoveries | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

October 16, 2014

Cookielicious: Creative Cookies in Hamra

The name is mouthwatering... The logo just makes you want to come in... when I did, and I am going to be honest, I was not too…

October 16, 2014 | Hamra & Verdun Tasty Discoveries

Bagel+: Great Bagels, Horrid Place (Restaurant Closed)

Street Food | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

October 10, 2014

Bagel+: Great Bagels, Horrid Place (Restaurant Closed)

Here I am visiting Bagel+. Seeing their pictures all over the net, their Instagram photos show off beautiful edible creations…

October 10, 2014 | Hamra & Verdun Street Food

Le Talleyrand: One of the Last Fine-Dining Restaurants in Lebanon (Restaurant Closed)

French Food | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

August 11, 2014

Le Talleyrand: One of the Last Fine-Dining Restaurants in Lebanon (Restaurant Closed)

Welcome to Le Talleyrand, one of the last fine-dining restaurants in Lebanon that has survived beyond the French…

August 11, 2014 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun French Food

Flor: Tasty Ice Cream, Rich in Texture and Flavor (Restaurant Closed)

Ice Cream & Gelato | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

June 11, 2014

Flor: Tasty Ice Cream, Rich in Texture and Flavor (Restaurant Closed)

After publishing the review about my favorite ice creams in town, a ice cream place kept coming up on most comments, again and…

June 11, 2014 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun Ice Cream & Gelato

Dar... Books, Food and Positive Vibes

International Cuisine | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

June 09, 2014

Dar... Books, Food and Positive Vibes

Positive vibes is what Dar Bistro is all about. A few words I can use to describe this place include fresh, soothing,…

June 09, 2014 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun International Cuisine

Sanayeh Garden: Enjoy a Green Haven in Beirut

Spotted Stories | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

June 04, 2014

Sanayeh Garden: Enjoy a Green Haven in Beirut

We all know that Beirut, and much of Lebanon, has a serious issue with a lack of green space. There are few places you can take…

June 04, 2014 | Hamra & Verdun Spotted Stories

Osaka, Sushi Lounge: A Step Forward in Oriental Innovation

Japanese & Sushi | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

May 09, 2014

Osaka, Sushi Lounge: A Step Forward in Oriental Innovation

Considered in the top three best Japanese restaurants in Lebanon, Osaka has been on my to do list for a long time now. Last…

May 09, 2014 | Recommended | Hamra & Verdun Japanese & Sushi

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