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MadeByNature Antelias is Now Open

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December 10, 2023

MadeByNature Antelias is Now Open

MadebyNature Lebanon is an online platform that specializes in offering a range of sustainable products that are delivered…

December 10, 2023 News

Murray: The Famous Shawarma Show and Delicious French Fries in Antelias

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 20, 2019

Murray: The Famous Shawarma Show and Delicious French Fries in Antelias

Located in Antelias' main restaurant artery, Murray is your international food restaurant serving a handful of items from…

December 20, 2019 | Restaurants | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Restaurant Kesrwani; Fish and Seafood in Antelias, Arghile-Free

Fish & Seafood | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 04, 2019

Restaurant Kesrwani; Fish and Seafood in Antelias, Arghile-Free

I’ve been here, done that, enjoyed the experience and now back for more. Kesrwani, the famous fish market of Antelias…

September 04, 2019 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Fish & Seafood

Kesrwani Seafood: I Have a New Favorite Restaurant in Antelias

Fish & Seafood | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

June 09, 2019

Kesrwani Seafood: I Have a New Favorite Restaurant in Antelias

A few months back before the creation of Jal el Dib’s bridges, there was a fishery on the highway that used to block the…

June 09, 2019 | Recommended | Antelias Fish & Seafood

Ana Beirut: Beautiful Setup and Good Lebanese Food in Antelias

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

May 14, 2019

Ana Beirut: Beautiful Setup and Good Lebanese Food in Antelias

Colorful, fresh and welcoming; Ana Beirut is much more than a restaurant; it's an experience... plants, wood, big screens,…

May 14, 2019 | Restaurants | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Tsunami Antelias: New Decor, New Menu, Good Taste

Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 24, 2019

Tsunami Antelias: New Decor, New Menu, Good Taste

I heard that tsunami has moved to a new location in Antelias, but I never imagined it would be such a marvel. Welcome to Tsunami…

March 24, 2019 | Restaurants | Antelias Japanese & Sushi

Francois Kamil Lebnen: Baking Since 1962 in Antelias

Bread & Bakeries | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 14, 2019

Francois Kamil Lebnen: Baking Since 1962 in Antelias

Located in Antelias, Byekout road, Francois Kamil Lebnen is still baking every mankousheh with love since 1962 and keeping the…

March 14, 2019 | Breakfast & Coffee | Antelias Bread & Bakeries

Sandwiched: Is This Food for Real?! Amazing to Say the Least

American | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 22, 2019

Sandwiched: Is This Food for Real?! Amazing to Say the Least

Fourth visit and my mouth still waters every time I think of coming here! Sandwiched located on Jal el Dib’s internal road,…

February 22, 2019 | Burgers | Antelias American

Burj al Hamam Antelias: New Decor, Nothing Else... an Ironic Experience!

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

January 20, 2019

Burj al Hamam Antelias: New Decor, Nothing Else... an Ironic Experience!

The iconic Burj al Hamam restaurant, open in Antelias for as long as I remember, has encountered a complete renovation…

January 20, 2019 | Restaurants | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Via Roma: Delicious Breakfast on an Early Sunday Morning in Antelias

Bread & Bakeries | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 18, 2018

Via Roma: Delicious Breakfast on an Early Sunday Morning in Antelias

Other than serving a delicious dinner, Via Roma, the Italian restaurant and bakery of Antelias also welcomes you for breakfast.…

November 18, 2018 | Breakfast & Coffee | Antelias Bread & Bakeries

Amar; The New Restaurant on Antelias Waterfront

Fish & Seafood | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 20, 2018

Amar; The New Restaurant on Antelias Waterfront

After the opening and massive success of Amar, the Lebanese restaurant up the road to Harissa with a breathtaking view on the bay…

March 20, 2018 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Fish & Seafood

Restaurant Al Halabi: The Perfect Lebanese Experience

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 30, 2017

Restaurant Al Halabi: The Perfect Lebanese Experience

Considered to be the best Lebanese restaurant by almost every Person living in our beautiful country, Al Halabi doesn’t…

December 30, 2017 | Recommended | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Celebrate Christmas in Style this Season! See you at Souk el Akel Naccach

Events | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 02, 2017

Celebrate Christmas in Style this Season! See you at Souk el Akel Naccach

It's Saturday, it's sunny... Grab the family and head down to enjoy one of Lebanon's biggest ever witnessed Christmas markets...…

December 02, 2017 | News | Antelias Events

Lebanon's Biggest Christmas Market is Happening in Antelias

Events | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 27, 2017

Lebanon's Biggest Christmas Market is Happening in Antelias

Yes, we're back and with a Christmas-filled blast... Souk el Akel's Christmas Market is coming your way early December... We want…

November 27, 2017 | Souk el Akel | Antelias Events

Akiki's Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: My Personal Choice

Recommended | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 14, 2017

Akiki's Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: My Personal Choice

Today and after four long years of not writing a review about my favorite fruit destination, I come back to "AKIKI Fruits &…

November 14, 2017 | Reviews | Antelias Recommended

Souk el Akel's Christmas Market: Live the Festive Spirit ...

Events | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

November 13, 2017

Souk el Akel's Christmas Market: Live the Festive Spirit ...

Rediscover the Christmas spirit in a unique manner at the Christmas Market organized by Souk el Akel... From cozy comfort foods…

November 13, 2017 | Popular | Lebanon Events

A Pleasant Time... Brunch at Batchig

Armenian Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 25, 2017

A Pleasant Time... Brunch at Batchig

It's been more than a year since I last visited Batchig... Invited for a private event, a brunch setup was prepared. Had a great…

September 25, 2017 | Restaurants | Antelias Armenian Food

Le Flocon, Glace Artisanale: Now Open in Antelias

Ice Cream & Gelato | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 19, 2017

Le Flocon, Glace Artisanale: Now Open in Antelias

Le Flocon is an artisanal atelier specialised in gourmet ice cream flavors created by pastry master chef Charles Azar. The…

September 19, 2017 | News | Antelias Ice Cream & Gelato

Diwan Beirut: A Memorable Experience from Start to Finish

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 10, 2017

Diwan Beirut: A Memorable Experience from Start to Finish

This place looks so refreshing and happy... Now open on Zalka's main highway, welcome to Diwan Beirut, a concept by the same…

July 10, 2017 | Recommended | Metn Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Steak Bar Sushi: Surrender to a Unique Culinary Experience!

Grill & BBQ | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 20, 2017

Steak Bar Sushi: Surrender to a Unique Culinary Experience!

Surrender your senses and experience a restaurant like no other. Steak Bar Sushi is a place with no competition in town,…

March 20, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Grill & BBQ

Al Halabi: New Decor, New Staff and The Same Great Taste!

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

January 06, 2017

Al Halabi: New Decor, New Staff and The Same Great Taste!

After undergoing a couple months of renovation the iconic restaurant Al Halabi, located in Antelias, welcomes you back for the…

January 06, 2017 | Recommended | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Thank You For An Amazing Christmas Market In Naccach!

Events | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 13, 2016

Thank You For An Amazing Christmas Market In Naccach!

Set around the beautiful fountain in Antelias, the first of many Christmas markets organized this year by Souk el Akel was a…

December 13, 2016 | Souk el Akel | Antelias Events

Carpaccio Pizza: Highly Recommended Delivery

Pizza | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

October 06, 2015

Carpaccio Pizza: Highly Recommended Delivery

I felt like having lunch at work so I ordered from Carpaccio Pizza. I ordered the Calzone and the Regina Pizza. Two large…

October 06, 2015 | Reviews | Metn Pizza

Breakfast at Al Saniour Antelias

Breakfast & Coffee | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

June 21, 2015

Breakfast at Al Saniour Antelias

I never wrote a complete review about Al Saniour before, not because the food is not good because it surely is but because I'm…

June 21, 2015 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Breakfast & Coffee

Maison M's International Restaurant: The Deception

International Cuisine | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

May 16, 2015

Maison M's International Restaurant: The Deception

Maison M is this building taking over the inner Antelias-Naccach road up to Rabieh. Maison M is a Lebanese restaurant, a…

May 16, 2015 | Restaurants | Antelias International Cuisine

Happy Hummus Day: Travel Around Lebanon and Taste Some of the Finest Hummos

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May 13, 2015

Happy Hummus Day: Travel Around Lebanon and Taste Some of the Finest Hummos

Happy Hummos Day NGNO'ers.. Hope you're enjoying one of Lebanon's favorite dishes today and everyday... May 13 marks this special…

May 13, 2015 | Spotted Stories News

An Oriental Brunch Every Weekend at Batchig

Breakfast & Coffee | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 24, 2015

An Oriental Brunch Every Weekend at Batchig

Calm Lebanese music from the Sixties, Fayrouz softly singing through the greenery of this beautiful terrace nestled in the heart…

April 24, 2015 | Restaurants | Antelias Breakfast & Coffee

Joz: A Fresh and Trendy Lebanese Eatery for the Young

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 18, 2015

Joz: A Fresh and Trendy Lebanese Eatery for the Young

I liked this place first time so why not visit again shortly after? I loved the decor, enjoyed the music, the freshness and…

April 18, 2015 | Recommended | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Ichkhanian: A Gem of Armenian Flavors in Zalka

Armenian Food | Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

April 10, 2015

Ichkhanian: A Gem of Armenian Flavors in Zalka

A totally different experience! Ichkhanian Zalka is like entering a modern bakery while the one in Beirut has an authentic…

April 10, 2015 | Breakfast & Coffee | Mount Lebanon Armenian Food

Al Amir Antelias: What's the Specialty Here?

Street Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 16, 2015

Al Amir Antelias: What's the Specialty Here?

Located on the Antelias internal road is Mashawi Al Amir, a place they say, serves tasty sandwiches. Let's see.

March 16, 2015 | Antelias Street Food

Mega Bites: American Style Street Food

American | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 15, 2015

Mega Bites: American Style Street Food

Black and yellow, big, capital letters... I thought this was a motorbike shop. Mega Bites is a new restaurant open on the…

March 15, 2015 | Restaurants | Antelias American

Joz: The Lebanese Diner that’s Innovative, Tasty and Smoke-Free

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 22, 2015

Joz: The Lebanese Diner that’s Innovative, Tasty and Smoke-Free

I was eagerly waiting for Joz to open. An individual house nestled in Antelias’ inner road, this green building with…

February 22, 2015 | Recommended | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Paris du Gout: A French Restaurant in Antelias

French Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 17, 2014

Paris du Gout: A French Restaurant in Antelias

I was never really interested in visiting a place called "Paris du Gout". How uncreative and pretentious of them - so I thought.…

December 17, 2014 | Restaurants | Antelias French Food

Sushi from Maison M: Good Quality, Great Price

Tasty Discoveries | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 27, 2014

Sushi from Maison M: Good Quality, Great Price

I was receiving friends over for dinner and had to think of something quick to eat. I remember seeing ready-made sushi packs sold…

November 27, 2014 | Antelias Tasty Discoveries

Al Halabi: As Good as Always

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 22, 2014

Al Halabi: As Good as Always

One of my favorite restaurants is Al Halabi. The place where I have been going to enjoy some tasty Lebanese food. Been there…

November 22, 2014 | Recommended | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Khaymet Al Sanyour: A Gigantic Surprise in the Works

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October 31, 2014

Khaymet Al Sanyour: A Gigantic Surprise in the Works

One of the most popular Shisha places in Lebanon is Kahymet Al Sanyour. With more than one location across the country, Khaymet…

October 31, 2014 News

Al Saniour: Manakeesh Worth Trying

Breakfast & Coffee | Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

April 22, 2014

Al Saniour: Manakeesh Worth Trying

Let’s think about this for a second… How hard is it to enjoy a zaatar mankoushi without the inconvenience of a…

April 22, 2014 | Manakish | Mount Lebanon Breakfast & Coffee

Tsunami: My Latest Coup de Coeur

Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 25, 2014

Tsunami: My Latest Coup de Coeur

Two years have passed since I last published my TOP10 Japanese restaurants in Lebanon and Tsunami was not part of it. To tell you…

March 25, 2014 | Restaurants | Antelias Japanese & Sushi

Batchig: I Still Love this Place...

Armenian Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 04, 2014

Batchig: I Still Love this Place...

The last time I tried Batchig was just a few weeks ago, and since then I have been counting the minutes to come back to this…

February 04, 2014 | Recommended | Antelias Armenian Food

Lebanese Bread: How It's Made

Bread & Bakeries | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

December 24, 2013

Lebanese Bread: How It's Made

We love pita bread... don't we? Especially when it's freshly out of the oven, hot and yummy. I went into the back scenes to see…

December 24, 2013 | Spotted Stories | Lebanon Bread & Bakeries

In the Kitchen with Chef Henry: Christmas Yule Log Production

The making of a Buche de Noel... Have you ever wondered how the make them? I have. I headed down to Wooden Bakery's central…

December 23, 2013 | Spotted Stories Popular

Batchig: A Truly First-Rate Family-Style Restaurant that Boasts Excellent Food

Armenian Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 08, 2013

Batchig: A Truly First-Rate Family-Style Restaurant that Boasts Excellent Food

Over the weekend, we had the great fortune to lunch at Batchig, sister restaurant to the famous Mayrig. The Armenian restaurant…

September 08, 2013 | Restaurants | Antelias Armenian Food

Batchig: Sealed with a Kiss of Flavours and Colours

Armenian Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 10, 2013

Batchig: Sealed with a Kiss of Flavours and Colours

Batchig means a kiss in the Armenian language – a kiss which at this new restaurant comes with a thousand colors, flavors…

July 10, 2013 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Armenian Food

Akiki Fruits and Vegetables: Being Professional is Your Best Marketing Tool!

Spotted Stories | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

June 15, 2013

Akiki Fruits and Vegetables: Being Professional is Your Best Marketing Tool!

I'm not going to be too philosophical or try to sell an idea - but simply state a fact. You often wonder why some places succeed…

June 15, 2013 | Tasty Discoveries | Lebanon Spotted Stories

Mhanna Antelias: Serving Premium Lebanese Food

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 22, 2013

Mhanna Antelias: Serving Premium Lebanese Food

When you want to indulge in premium Lebanese food, there are a few good restaurants that come to mind. Mhanna is one of them.…

April 22, 2013 | Recommended | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Al Halabi: A Revamped Look... Same Old Taste

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 05, 2013

Al Halabi: A Revamped Look... Same Old Taste

For the past decade or so, Al Halabi restaurant in Antelias has maintained its reputation for being one of the top…

April 05, 2013 | Restaurants | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

The Daily Star Reports: Al Halabi Antelias Unique Hummus

Spotted Stories

March 15, 2013

The Daily Star Reports: Al Halabi Antelias Unique Hummus

Much has already been written about Al Halabi restaurant in Antelias, and much more could be written.

March 15, 2013 Spotted Stories

Carlitos': Mexican Cantina Y Bar

Mexican Food | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 13, 2013

Carlitos': Mexican Cantina Y Bar

The Mexican zest can be experienced at Carlitos', a nice Mexican restaurant located on the main restaurants strip of Antelias.…

February 13, 2013 | Recommended | Antelias Mexican Food

Al-Halabi, Antelias: Mistakes Happen for a Reason

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 12, 2012

Al-Halabi, Antelias: Mistakes Happen for a Reason

For the past decade or so, Al Halabi restaurant in Antelias has maintained its reputation as one of the top ranking Lebanese…

November 12, 2012 | Restaurants | Antelias Lebanese/Middle Eastern

L'Escroc Antelias:Tasteless Food in the Dark

Contributors | Lebanon Middle East

Middle East

August 27, 2012

L'Escroc Antelias:Tasteless Food in the Dark

L'Escroc is a restaurant located in Ashrafieh and well known among the youth … It is an easy going restaurant, good…

August 27, 2012 | Contributors | Lebanon Contributors