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6 Breakfasts You Can Have In Lebanon
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so make sure you get energized with these six fantastic breakfast dishes you can find in Lebanon!
1. Perfected Staples: Foul, Hummus, Fateh
There’s something special about starting your day with a bowl of foul. Be wary of the post-foul knockout before you try that though. Abou Hassan 24/7 servings in Bourj Hammoud and Ras Beirut are the way to go. Try out some fatteh or some msabaha for a cheery and delicious start to your day.
2. Bagels Galore: Beirutified Gems
The Bagel may seem like a foreign agent on Lebanese soil, but it has found a loving home in Lebanon’s many cafes. Achrafieh’s The High Llama offers just that with their Beiruti bagel, a mix of labneh, zaatar, olive tapenade, cucumber, and mint. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can also check out The Kramer, named after the beloved Seinfeld character and containing smoked turkey, swiss cheese along with rocket leaves and some honey mustard dressing.
If you’re craving something a little different, Cafe Younes offers a wide array of bagel offerings, make sure to wash them down with a side of their delicious Ice Tea.
3. The Classic: Eggs
Excellent taste combined with a good jolt of nutritious protein in the morning. Eggs are a go to breakfast for many around the world, and Lebanon is no different. If you want an egg-tastic start to your day, The Beazbee offers an exceptional line up of eggs, from regular to scrambled to poached to Benedict.
If you want a classic Lebanese lineup instead, you can’t go wrong with Raseef’s generous breakfast that comes with a side of veggies, olives, and labneh.
4. The Man2oushe: An Art Form
The best mana2eesh in town are always at the spots you’d least expect. Next time you’re craving some, just pop down to the nearest forn and give it a try. The more rugged it is, the better. We also recommend trying a man2oushe from The Lebanese Bakery!
If you happen to be in Hamra or Clemenceau, be sure to drop by Special. With different kinds of dough and only the most premium ingredients, you’ll love the crispness of the manouche and the generous portions of cheese.
5. Colonial Cravings: Croissants in the City
The croissant, a descendant from Lebanon’s colonial past, is the optimal mix of sweetness and dough to help you properly start your day. Here, you have the choice between quantity or quality. If you want one of the biggest croissants you’ve ever seen, pop your head at the iconic Chopin Pastry to enjoy their huge and delicious croissant offerings. If you want to go for pure quality, Paul is the choice for you. Pair a nice cheese or zaatar croissant with an almond one for the optimal experience at both spots.
6. Knife Up Some Morning Knefe
Knefe is perhaps one of the greatest breakfast inventions in human history. Its cheesy sweetness offers an unmatched morning experience. If you want to maximize your Knefe joy, we’ve got the spots for you. Seasweet’s kaaked up Knefe is a treat for all those who enter and is sure to brighten up your day. Although it may look small it packs a deliciously fulfilling punch.
If that’s not your jazz, Hallab 1881 (Qasr el Helou) has an iconic knefe offering that nobody can turn down. And if you’re feeling even more adventurous, try out their croissant Knefe and mix it up a little.
1. Perfected Staples: Foul, Hummus, Fateh
There’s something special about starting your day with a bowl of foul. Be wary of the post-foul knockout before you try that though. Abou Hassan 24/7 servings in Bourj Hammoud and Ras Beirut are the way to go. Try out some fatteh or some msabaha for a cheery and delicious start to your day.
2. Bagels Galore: Beirutified Gems
The Bagel may seem like a foreign agent on Lebanese soil, but it has found a loving home in Lebanon’s many cafes. Achrafieh’s The High Llama offers just that with their Beiruti bagel, a mix of labneh, zaatar, olive tapenade, cucumber, and mint. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can also check out The Kramer, named after the beloved Seinfeld character and containing smoked turkey, swiss cheese along with rocket leaves and some honey mustard dressing.
If you’re craving something a little different, Cafe Younes offers a wide array of bagel offerings, make sure to wash them down with a side of their delicious Ice Tea.
3. The Classic: Eggs
Excellent taste combined with a good jolt of nutritious protein in the morning. Eggs are a go to breakfast for many around the world, and Lebanon is no different. If you want an egg-tastic start to your day, The Beazbee offers an exceptional line up of eggs, from regular to scrambled to poached to Benedict.
If you want a classic Lebanese lineup instead, you can’t go wrong with Raseef’s generous breakfast that comes with a side of veggies, olives, and labneh.
4. The Man2oushe: An Art Form
The best mana2eesh in town are always at the spots you’d least expect. Next time you’re craving some, just pop down to the nearest forn and give it a try. The more rugged it is, the better. We also recommend trying a man2oushe from The Lebanese Bakery!
If you happen to be in Hamra or Clemenceau, be sure to drop by Special. With different kinds of dough and only the most premium ingredients, you’ll love the crispness of the manouche and the generous portions of cheese.
5. Colonial Cravings: Croissants in the City
The croissant, a descendant from Lebanon’s colonial past, is the optimal mix of sweetness and dough to help you properly start your day. Here, you have the choice between quantity or quality. If you want one of the biggest croissants you’ve ever seen, pop your head at the iconic Chopin Pastry to enjoy their huge and delicious croissant offerings. If you want to go for pure quality, Paul is the choice for you. Pair a nice cheese or zaatar croissant with an almond one for the optimal experience at both spots.
6. Knife Up Some Morning Knefe
Knefe is perhaps one of the greatest breakfast inventions in human history. Its cheesy sweetness offers an unmatched morning experience. If you want to maximize your Knefe joy, we’ve got the spots for you. Seasweet’s kaaked up Knefe is a treat for all those who enter and is sure to brighten up your day. Although it may look small it packs a deliciously fulfilling punch.
If that’s not your jazz, Hallab 1881 (Qasr el Helou) has an iconic knefe offering that nobody can turn down. And if you’re feeling even more adventurous, try out their croissant Knefe and mix it up a little.
