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9 Spots You Need to Know About For Your Next Food Coma in Beirut
You’re starving and you want to go to town on a good meal, but you have no idea where to go. Here’s a compilation of 9 spots around Beirut that you need to know about for your next food coma.
Based on your cravings, of course.
1. Tropicana Restaurant, Dawra
If you’re craving: crispy tenders, broasted chicken, mouthwatering burgers, classic sandwiches, and everything in between.
Tropicana Restaurant actually has multiple locations around Lebanon, but they recently opened a new stop in Dawra. The beloved spot is known for serving atyab khabsa, and they take the art of filling, mouthwatering bites very seriously. An upgraded version of your average Lebanese snack, you can expect all the classics, like Lebanese burgers, cheesy fajitas, and delicious Franscisco sandwiches.
You can also enjoy anything and everything off their crispy and broasted menu if you’re in the mood for something with extra crunch, lots of golden fries, and coleslaw. This place is a reminder that nothing will ever be as fulfilling as the iconic Lebanese khabsa that you absolutely devour at like 2 AM.
Here’s a quick look at the official opening of their Dawra branch (their sixth branch!):
The best part is that they have affordable combo meals, so you and your friends can order, share, and try a bit of everything without breaking the bank.
π Locations
Sour, Saida, Hay El Sellom, Chiyah, Dawra, and Batroun
π Contact
+961 81 555 782 (Saida, Hay El Sellom, Chiyah, Dawra, and Batroun)
+ 961 3 928 823 (Sour)
β° Opening Hours
Daily from 11 AM until 2 AM
Make sure to follow them on Instagram! Maybe their next branch will open right next to you.
2. Frieten, Mar Mikhael
If you’re craving: Belgian fries, loaded sauces, burgers, and sausages.
Frieten is a go-to for Belgian-style fries served in generous cones with your choice of dipping sauce. You can switch things up with options like chipotle, aioli, and currywurst sauce, or pair your fries with a burger, sausage, or chicken strips.
π Location
Mar Mikhael, facing The Wooden Cellar
π Contact
+961 71 792 277
β° Opening Hours
Daily from 5 PM until 1 AM
3. Shrimp Bucket, Raouche
If you’re craving: Seafood boils, grilled shrimp, and lots of sides.
Shrimp Bucket is a seafood spot in Raouche for anyone craving a break from the usual burger and fried chicken orders. It has everything you’d ever want from a seafood boil, including shrimp, calamari, crab, and more, making it an option for your next seafood fix.
π Location
Raouche, near Barbar Snack
π Contact
+961 70 663 359
β° Opening Hours
Daily from 12 AM until 12 PM
4. Ca Burgers, Gemmayze
If you’re craving: California-style burgers, juicy Angus beef patties, and golden fries.
Ca Burgers brings the California burger experience to Gemmayze with a straightforward menu built around juicy Angus beef patties, American cheese, fresh vegetables, and its signature Cali sauce. Choose your preferred patty combination, then add a side of hand-cut fries, either classic or loaded with toppings like cheddar, caramelized onions, and slaw.
π Location
Gemmayze, near Kogowa
π Contact
+961 81 031 177
β° Opening Hours
Daily from 12 PM until midnight, and until 2 AM on Fridays and Saturdays
5. Crispy Cloud, Mar Mikhael
If you’re craving: Fried chicken, crunchy wings, chicken sandwiches, and spicy bites.
Crispy Cloud is all about fried chicken, with seasoned chicken legs, giant chicken strips, and its signature Cloud Kisses, which are crunchy wings coated in your choice of sauce. You can also grab a fried chicken sandwich or wrap, with options for anyone who likes their food extra spicy.
π Location
Mar Mikhael, around the corner from Internazionale
π Contact
+961 71 534 852
β° Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday from 12:30 PM until 11:30 PM
Friday and Saturday from 1 PM until 12:30 AM
Sunday from 1 PM until 11:30 PM
6. Kinu at BARON, Mar Mikhael
If you’re craving: Freshly baked cinnamon rolls to go with your coffee.
Kinu is a small bakery tucked inside BARON, and its cinnamon rolls are worth planning your morning around. Expect soft, swirled rolls filled with cinnamon and finished with a generous glaze. Since Kinu bakes in small batches, the treats are available only on select days and can sell out.
π Location
Inside BARON, Mar Mikhael
π Contact
+961 79 179 099
β° Opening Hours
Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11 AM until sold out
7. Adnan Baik, Hamra
If you’re craving: ALBAIK’s broasted chicken, crispy sandwiches, and chicken nuggets.
If you’ve been curious about Saudi Arabia’s famous ALBAIK, Adnan Baik in Hamra serves up a local alternative. The menu includes the Big Adnan Baik sandwich, loaded with crispy chicken, pickles, coleslaw, and sauces, alongside chicken msahab meals, wraps, and broasted chicken.
π Location
Hamra, facing Snack Ghalayini
π Contact
+961 78 733 133
β° Opening Hours
Daily from 11 AM until 2 AM, with extended hours until 3 AM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
8. New York City Pizzeria, Mar Mikhael
If you’re craving: New York-style pizza, garlic bread, and loaded fries.
New York City Pizzeria brings a taste of New York to the heart of Beirut, serving up classic NYC-style pizza with generous toppings and plenty of cheesy goodness. It’s a solid pick for a casual pizza night.
π Location
Mar Mikhael, facing The Bros.
π Contact
+961 81 857 847
β° Opening Hours
Daily from 12 PM until 11 PM
9. NomNom Chickin, Dawra
NomNom Chickin serves Korean-style fried chicken that’s double-fried for an extra-crispy coating. Pick from saucy favorites like honey mustard and soy garlic, then add fries or kimchi fried rice. It’s also a good option for sharing, with larger portions available if you’re ordering with friends.
π Location
Dawra, right next to KomΓ© Mart
π Contact
+961 81 622 631
β° Opening Hours
Tuesday to Sunday from 10 AM until 9 PM
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