{"id":740481,"date":"2025-04-29T08:22:18","date_gmt":"2025-04-29T08:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=740481"},"modified":"2025-09-12T11:29:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T11:29:53","slug":"9-book-and-coffee-shops-you-should-know-about-in-lebanon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/740481\/9-book-and-coffee-shops-you-should-know-about-in-lebanon\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Book and Coffee Shops You Should Know About in Lebanon"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>Bookworms and coffee lovers, this one\u2019s for you! We\u2019ve rounded up a bunch of charming book and coffee shops across Lebanon that deserve a spot on your list.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-in-beirut\">In Beirut<\/h2>    <p><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-barzakh-hamra\"><strong>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/62506\/hidden-gem-alert-check-out-this-stunning-new-bookshop-cafe-in-hamra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Barzakh<\/a>, Hamra<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C4vFSqcsYn8\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>The Hamra gem we all know and love, Barzakh transformed from a simple secondhand book and coffee shop to a cultural space for all. They host band nights, film screenings, book signings, and more to keep patrons entertained.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-curl-badaro\"><strong>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/62947\/curl-beiruts-new-book-and-coffee-shop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Curl<\/a>, Badaro<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C6HhXTcMD9t\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>The beloved Badaro bookshop has some of the rarest collectible hardcover books you&#8217;ll find. So if you&#8217;re looking to stock up on some aesthetic-looking classics, this is where you&#8217;ll find them. And the best part is that it&#8217;s a pet-friendly spot, so you can enjoy your coffee and treat your furry friend to some yummy pet-safe bites.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-hook-furn-el-chebbak\"><strong>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hook.beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hook<\/a>, Furn El Chebbak<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-orange-background-color has-background\"><strong>TEMPORARILY CLOSED.<\/strong><\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CoPb0vssgfC\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>This engaging cultural space is for city dwellers who don\u2019t want to stray too far from Beirut, but still want to uncover something new. Hook is pet-friendly, with a great crowd that you\u2019ll find yourself easily getting along with, and they have a great collection of books for you to browse through.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-cafe-antoine-achrafieh\">4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/750471\/librairie-antoine-opened-a-cafe-in-beirut-here-are-the-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caf\u00e9 Antoine<\/a>, Achrafieh<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DIbJbC4MOac\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>Now open at ABC Achrafieh, Caf\u00e9 Antoine promises to be more than just a coffee shop\u2014it\u2019s a cozy haven for readers, thinkers, and anyone looking for a little escape. Their menu features classic coffee blends, artisanal drinks, pastries, and light bites to keep you satiated while you enjoy your new read.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-book-bazar-hamra\">5. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bookbazarhamra\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book Bazar<\/a>, Hamra<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DMaiPjZtpSg\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>Hamra&#8217;s iconic book bazar reopened as a book caf\u00e9! Whether you\u2019re hunting for rare finds, classic novels, or just a good read to get lost in, Book Bazar has something for everyone. The new caf\u00e9 and lounge provide the perfect spot to settle in with a book and a cup of coffee, or to catch up with friends surrounded by shelves full of stories.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-outside-beirut\">Outside Beirut <\/h2>    <p><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-book-a-coffee-beit-meri\"><strong>6. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bookacoffee.lb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book A Coffee<\/a>, Beit Meri<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SaveInsta.me_534213170_18042558902656174_8873343250800843049_n-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-761516\" style=\"width:606px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SaveInsta.me_534213170_18042558902656174_8873343250800843049_n-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SaveInsta.me_534213170_18042558902656174_8873343250800843049_n-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SaveInsta.me_534213170_18042558902656174_8873343250800843049_n-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SaveInsta.me_534213170_18042558902656174_8873343250800843049_n-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/SaveInsta.me_534213170_18042558902656174_8873343250800843049_n.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>    <p><\/p>    <p>The newest edition to the scene in Beit Meri, this adorable book and coffeeshop for anyone seeking a cozy escape from the chaos. They offer a range of comforting bites along with their selection of creamy lattes and coffees to keep you busy while you flip through your latest read.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-beit-set-el-kel-hammana\"><strong>7. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beitsetelkel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beit Set El Kel<\/a>, Hammana<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DBMzxRcN7VD\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>A resto-caf\u00e9, art zone, and entertainment destination all wrapped into one, and the best part about this is their book corner! Whether you choose to get your serotonin from flipping through the pages of a young adult read or nibble on their signature bites, you\u2019ll find it easy to love this place.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-the-coffee-book-jbeil\"><strong>8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/the_coffeebook_byblos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Coffee Book<\/a>, Jbeil<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C_dUuvyIPaJ\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>It&#8217;s as cozy as it is charming, appealing to every book lover with its minimalistic decor and loaded bookshelves. This book caf\u00e9 used to be one of Jbeil\u2019s oldest libraries before it was completely transformed into what it is today!<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-dreamers-bookshop-cafe-jdeideh\"><strong>9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dreamersbookshopcafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dreamers Bookshop Caf\u00e9<\/a>, Jdeideh<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DBGZSljMiP0\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>This adorable spot serves you anything from creamy lattes to lemon cakes to literary classics. You can do some book shopping while you wait for them to prepare your caffeine fix before you a seat and get lost between the pages while you sip on your coffee order.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-mayli-library-amp-cafe-baalbek\"><strong>10. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mayli_library\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mayli Library &amp; Caf\u00e9<\/a>, Baalbek<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C7e2adnMl68\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>This is a women\u2019s library and caf\u00e9 in the heart of Baalbek. It offers a peaceful space for visitors to relax, study, and read. They\u2019re always filling their shelves with new additions, so make sure you pay them more than one visit to see what new books they have to offer.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(255,245,203) 0%,rgb(182,227,212) 100%,rgb(51,167,181) 100%);font-size:18px\"><strong>In love with these book and coffee shops in Lebanon? 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