{"id":760331,"date":"2025-08-26T09:31:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T09:31:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=760331"},"modified":"2025-08-27T08:04:47","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T08:04:47","slug":"londons-famous-scalini-is-opening-soon-in-beirut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/760331\/londons-famous-scalini-is-opening-soon-in-beirut\/","title":{"rendered":"London&#8217;s Famous Scalini Is Opening Soon in Beirut!"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>The Italian food scene in Beirut is about to get a new addition. <strong>Scalini<\/strong>, the legendary Italian restaurant born in Chelsea, London back in 1988, is officially opening its doors in the city sometime soon.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>Known worldwide for its authentic Italian cooking and elegant trattoria vibe, Scalini has already made its mark in places like Dubai, Cannes, Egypt, Doha, Riyadh, and Bahrain. Now it\u2019s Beirut\u2019s turn.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DIyU2YXuyFI\/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>   <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-expect\">What to expect<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>Scalini is known for taking simple, authentic Italian flavors and elevating them with flair. Diners can expect classics like Spaghetti all\u2019Astice, a rich lobster pasta that has become a house favorite, and the decadent Tagliolini al Tartufo Nero, tossed with parmesan and black truffle right inside a giant cheese wheel.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNYZbRlyQ05\/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>Seafood is also a big part of the experience, with dishes such as grilled king prawns, carpaccio di branzino, and Dover sole prepared with care. Of course, no Italian menu is complete without pizza and hearty pastas. Scalini offers everything from creamy truffle pizzas to traditional lasagna, alongside fresh salads and antipasti.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>And then, there\u2019s dessert. The legendary Bombolini alla Nutella are a must-try, sitting proudly next to tiramisu, cannoli, and Scalini\u2019s signature cheesecake.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DE0SQqKs3ad\/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>   <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-prices\">The prices<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>Since the restaurant hasn&#8217;t officially opened its doors, there&#8217;s no way to tell how much they&#8217;ll be pricing their dishes. However, here&#8217;s the average cost at their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scalini-dubai.com\/menu\/antipasti\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dubai<\/a> location:<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83e\uddc6 Starters:<\/strong> AED 30 \u2013 180 (~$8 \u2013 $49)<br>Includes items like beef tartare, fried mozzarella, and small cold or hot starters.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83e\udd57 Salads:<\/strong> AED 70 \u2013 195 (~$19 \u2013 $53)<br>From simple rocket &amp; parmesan to king crab salad.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83c\udf55 Pizzas:<\/strong> AED 105 \u2013 205 (~$28 \u2013 $55)<br>Classic Margherita, specialty truffle pizza, or the signature Pizza Scalini.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83c\udf5d Pasta:<\/strong> AED 105 \u2013 390 (~$28 \u2013 $105)<br>Includes seafood pastas, veal ragout, and signature lobster spaghetti.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83e\udd69 Mains:<\/strong> AED 125 \u2013 650 (~$34 \u2013 $176)<br>Grilled meats, seafood mains, and premium fillets.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>\ud83c\udf70 Desserts:<\/strong> AED 25 \u2013 160 (~$7 \u2013 $43)<br>Tiramisu, Nutella cheesecake, cannoli, and large pistachio gelato.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNz2eEU2ARn\/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><strong>\ud83d\udcb5 Average Meal Cost:<\/strong><\/p>    <p>For two people: AED 780 \u2013 800 (~$210)<\/p>    <p>Per person: AED 390 \u2013 400 (~$105)<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-is-it-opening\">Where is it opening?<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>Their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/scalinibeirut\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> still says \u201cOpening Soon\u201d and doesn\u2019t share further details, so make sure to follow them to keep an eye out.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DHlcWPZtg7B\/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>But you can expect their restaurant to open in Minet El Hosn, near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/756006\/bonjour-beirut-mademoiselle-is-the-citys-newest-french-spot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mademoiselle<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/amarrestaurants\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amar<\/a>.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>Are you excited about Scalini opening in Beirut? 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