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14 Spots That Open Before 8 AM In Beirut

Early birds, are you looking for somewhere to spend a few moments to yourself before you head off to work? Here are 14 spots around Beirut that open before 8 AM so you can squeeze a quick coffee run and breakfast into your schedule.

1. Steampunk Coffee House, Achrafieh

Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 11:30 PM

An industrial-style coffee shop that will set the tone for the rest of your productive day. Stop by for a fresh brew and a yummy pastry (or two).

2. The Sage Parlor, Achrafieh

Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 10 PM (Except Sundays)

This all-day breakfast parlor serves bites that will nourish your mind, body, and soul. Make sure to try their new Fall-Winter menu!

3. The Slow, Mar Mikhael

Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 8 PM

The Slow is a wonderful concept store in Mar Mikhael that will welcome you regardless of whether you’re looking for coffee to sip, a bite to eat, or a gift to buy.

4. Latte Art, multiple locations

Opening hours: Starting 7 AM (Except the Achrafieh branch)

Note that the closing times differ depending on the branch. Click here for more information.

A beloved Beirut coffee spot that is perfect for your coffee run. You can also grab a filling croissant to enjoy with your coffee, or maybe even a sweet pastry.

5. DRIPD, Gemmayze

Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 10 PM

DRIPD is a spacious neighborhood coffee shop that makes delicious iced lattes and fresh bakes, which you can enjoy while you people watch from their street-facing windows.

6. Furn Merchak, Gemmayze

Opening hours: 4 AM – 12 AM

Dedicated to serving you the best breakfast in town, no matter how early you have to be in the office. Fresh pastries, unbeatable mana2ish, and their signature sarroukh await.

7. Front Door, Bliss Street

Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 11 PM

This quaint coffee station on Bliss Street is a vibrant spot that is perfect for those who alway awake up on the right side of the bed and are ready to start conversations while they wait for their coffee order.

8. B.HIVE, Hamra

Opening hours: 7 AM – 1:30 AM (Except Sundays)

Before you settle down and get to work, take a few moments to enjoy a serene morning at B.HIVE. Make sure to join their discord server so you can benefit from a discount.

9. Caffeine 1922, Mar Elias

Opening hours: 7 AM – 12 AM (Except Sundays)

Caffeine 1922 is a Mar Elias gem known for its impeccable coffee and sense of community. Hosting people’s coffee runs since 1922, you can never go wrong with a visit to this spot.

10. Edda Arabica, Clemenceau

Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM (Except Sundays and Mondays)

This spot will quickly turn into every specialty coffee lover’s go-to. With fresh brews from all over the world, every cup of coffee comes with a unique experience at Edda Arabica.

11. Café Kunafé, Gemmayze

Opening hours: 7 AM – 11 PM (Open 24 hours on weekends)

If you have a sweet tooth and can’t resist a sugary treat, even for breakfast, then look no further than this Gemmayze gem. Is there a rule against enjoying knefeh so early in the morning?

12. Baked in Beirut, Gemmayze

Opening hours: 7:30 AM – 9 PM (Except weekends)

Baked in Beirut is an adorable bakery in the heart of Gemmayze, offering the yummiest breakfast bites for you to devour before heading off to work. A steamy manoushe is the best way to start your day, after all.

13. Mont Croissant, multiple locations

Opening hours: 7 AM – 4 PM

If you’re the type who loves to pair their coffee with a flaky croissant, then you’ll love the gourmet croissants at this destination. They also serve croissant sandwiches!

14. The Lebanese Bakery, Tabaris

Opening hours: 7 AM – 11 PM

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not fuel up with one of The Lebanese Bakery‘s signature bites?