We can finally move past elections after a stressful few days. If you’re looking for a spot to just sit back and relax (or even treat yourself as a mini-celebration), here are a few suggestions.
1. Dar el-Wardieh An oasis in the middle of the city of Beirut with pastel chairs, good coffee, and fresh air. This garden will welcome you for a serene day in the sun, ready to serve you delicious food.
2. CreativeNess CreativeNess is the perfect spot to unleash your inner artist and it’s the best way to blow off some steam! Whether you choose to attend a sculpting lesson or tote bag painting session, you’ll always find something interesting to try out.
3. Uptown Beirut An iconic Mediterranean destination serving all-day breakfast and mouthwatering Lebanese dishes. But what makes this spot special is the colorful location and retro vibes that remind you of Lebanon’s golden days.
4. B. Hive B. Hive is not just a work/study space where you can get productive. It’s a place to get social, make friends, and even play some board games! Make sure to join their Discord server for 20% off your orders.
5. Community Badaro This neighborhood mainstay serves some of the best drinks, concocted by their talented bartenders, with delectable dishes to match! Keep an eye out for updates on their menu.
6. Barzakh A perfect place to disconnect and enjoy the moment. Barzakh hosts some amazing events, and you can also do some plant shopping! Either way, the vibes are immaculate at this spot.
7. Aaliya’s Rooftop A rooftop to add to your list of favorite spots! On Wednesdays, enjoy Books on Film events, where you can watch your favorite movies based on famous books! Today, they’re screening the first installment of the Lord of the Rings at 8 PM.
8. Dar Beirut A spot for the Lebanese at heart. Enjoy a walk in the beautiful Gemmayze and stop by for a Lebanese experience at Dar Beirut!