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Elise Daoud

9 Of The Best Spots To Meet New People In Beirut

Those who love making new friends and socializing with complete strangers, these 9 spots around Beirut are perfect to unleash the social butterfly that you are.


1. Living Room, Mar Mikhael



Living Room is a community space where the coffee stays brewing and the cultural events keep coming. In a bid to foster more community building, this spot was designed to be your second home in the heart of Beirut.


2. Al Makan, Mar Elias



Reviving old Beiruti traditions and bringing delicious Lebanese dishes to the table, this hidden gem is as charming as it gets. Not only is it the perfect place to catch up with old friends but also bond with fresh faces over Al Makan’s wonderful events.


3. Dar Al Mussawir, Clemenceau



A photography space in Lebanon with an adorable setting that will remind you of everything you love about Beirut. Enjoy an educational and cultural experience, then follow up with a comforting meal.


4. Zico House, Sanayeh

Zico House calls upon experimental artists from all over Lebanon to share a space with like-minded people. This spot hosts multiple artistic projects in a bid to support local talents, while ensuring an entertaining and welcoming environment for all.


5. Diell’, Hamra



You can never go wrong by using creamy lattes and freshly baked goods as conversation starters, especially at Diell’. Their delicious peanut butter chocolate cake is bound to attract fellow social butterflies with empty bellies.


6. Zmrd Social Space, Furn El Chebbek



A chill space where you can enjoy traditional food and alcohol with the sound of a oud playing in the background. If you’re a music lover with a soft spot for oud nights, then Zmrd is the perfect place to get social.


7. The Submarine, Jnah

If you’re a busy bee, then making friends at coworking spaces shouldn’t be too hard. Bonding over deadlines and being flooded with tasks is something workaholics love doing.


8. LOYAC Café, Hamra


LOYAC is a resto-café that aims to empower youth, making it the ideal place for you to meet a passionate artist or talented musician getting creative over their favorite winter drink. All the revenue generated from LOYAC go to youth-empowering programs, so you’ll be contributing to a great cause as well.


9. Aaliya’s, Gemmayze



Jazz lovers, bookworms, and foodies meet at this electric spot in the heart of Gemmayze. Whether you want to have small talk with a stranger in the morning or dance the night away with a fellow jazz lover at night, Aaliya’s is the perfect place to make interesting friends.