{"id":764398,"date":"2025-10-29T08:12:49","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T08:12:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=764398"},"modified":"2025-10-29T08:12:54","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T08:12:54","slug":"when-in-hamra-8-things-you-need-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/764398\/when-in-hamra-8-things-you-need-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"When in Hamra: 8 Things You Need to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"    <button class=\"sideconvo-button button-normal\">         <svg         xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"         width=\"64\"         height=\"64\"         viewBox=\"0 0 64 64\"         fill=\"none\">         <g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_5407_120)\">             <mask                 id=\"mask0_5407_120\"                 style=\"mask-type:luminance\"                 maskUnits=\"userSpaceOnUse\"                 x=\"0\"                 y=\"0\"                 width=\"64\"                 height=\"64\">                 <path d=\"M64 0H0V64H64V0Z\" fill=\"white\"><\/path>             <\/mask>             <g mask=\"url(#mask0_5407_120)\">                 <path                     d=\"M38.4702 26.64L38.5252 26.775C40.3652 31.435 44.0902 35.165 48.7502 37L48.8852 37.055L48.7502 37.11C44.0902 38.95 40.3602 42.675 38.5252 47.335L38.4702 47.47L38.4152 47.335C36.5752 42.675 32.8502 38.945 28.1902 37.11L28.0552 37.055L28.1902 37C32.8502 35.16 36.5802 31.435 38.4152 26.775L38.4702 26.64ZM38.4702 14.815C38.0702 14.815 37.6702 15.035 37.5002 15.475L33.7702 24.935C32.4352 28.325 29.7502 31.01 26.3602 32.345L16.9002 36.075C16.0202 36.425 16.0202 37.67 16.9002 38.02L26.3602 41.75C29.7502 43.085 32.4352 45.77 33.7702 49.16L37.5002 58.62C37.6752 59.06 38.0752 59.28 38.4702 59.28C38.8652 59.28 39.2702 59.06 39.4402 58.62L43.1702 49.16C44.5052 45.77 47.1902 43.085 50.5802 41.75L60.0402 38.02C60.9202 37.67 60.9202 36.425 60.0402 36.075L50.5802 32.345C47.1902 31.01 44.5052 28.325 43.1702 24.935L39.4402 15.475C39.2652 15.035 38.8652 14.815 38.4702 14.815ZM14.4702 29.125L11.9802 24.57C11.9452 24.505 11.8902 24.45 11.8202 24.41L7.26516 21.92C6.62516 21.57 6.62516 20.655 7.26516 20.305L11.8202 17.815C11.8852 17.78 11.9402 17.725 11.9752 17.66L14.4652 13.105C14.8152 12.465 15.7302 12.465 16.0802 13.105L18.5702 17.66C18.6052 17.725 18.6602 17.78 18.7302 17.82L23.2852 20.31C23.9252 20.66 23.9252 21.575 23.2852 21.925L18.7302 24.415C18.6652 24.45 18.6102 24.505 18.5752 24.57L16.0852 29.125C15.7352 29.765 14.8202 29.765 14.4702 29.125Z\"                     fill=\"#fff\"><\/path>                 <path                     d=\"M38.4702 26.64L38.5252 26.775C40.3652 31.435 44.0902 35.165 48.7502 37L48.8852 37.055L48.7502 37.11C44.0902 38.95 40.3602 42.675 38.5252 47.335L38.4702 47.47L38.4152 47.335C36.5752 42.675 32.8502 38.945 28.1902 37.11L28.0552 37.055L28.1902 37C32.8502 35.16 36.5802 31.435 38.4152 26.775L38.4702 26.64Z\"                     fill=\"#fff\"><\/path>                 <path                     d=\"M32 10.7351C33.6569 10.7351 35 9.39196 35 7.73511C35 6.07825 33.6569 4.73511 32 4.73511C30.3431 4.73511 29 6.07825 29 7.73511C29 9.39196 30.3431 10.7351 32 10.7351Z\"                     fill=\"#fff\"><\/path>             <\/g>         <\/g>         <defs>             <clipPath id=\"clip0_5407_120\">                 <rect width=\"64\" height=\"64\" fill=\"white\"><\/rect>             <\/clipPath>         <\/defs>     <\/svg>        <span class=\"sideconvo_button\"  data-sideconvo-message=\"I&#039;m looking for heritage spots in Beirut\" data-sideconvo-mode=\"SPEAK\" data-sideconvo-customCTATitle=\"Discover stunning gems in Beirut!\" data-sideconvo-customCTAPlacement=\"INLINE\">             Discover stunning gems in Beirut!        <\/span>         <div class=\"hoverEffect\">             <div><\/div>         <\/div>     <\/button>     <style>      <\/style>    <p>Spending the day in Hamra? Here are all the things you need to do in one of Beirut&#8217;s liveliest neighborhoods.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-re-looking-for-comfort-food-try-everything-at-the-jaja\">If you&#8217;re looking for comfort food: Try EVERYTHING at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/750548\/the-jaja-beiruts-hottest-new-chicken-spot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The JaJa<\/a><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>The beloved Hamra chicken shop just dropped a new menu, and it&#8217;s definitely worth a try. We actually stopped by to try it ourselves, so if you want to know about everything we sampled (and loved), read our review <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/762664\/everything-we-tried-and-loved-at-the-jaja-in-beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>It&#8217;s perfect for those looking for classic Lebanese comfort food, offering an array of sandwiches and burgers to chow down on when you need a pick-me-up. We recommend passing by with a group of friends, ordering lots of food, and then just sharing everything you ordered.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DP1cqISjPVj\/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>For more information, make sure to check out their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejaja.lb\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>! They&#8217;re open daily from 12 PM until 10 PM.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DPdh2nQEQl0\/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 if you&#8217;re going for lunch with your family, we recommend going to across the street to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/757741\/colorful-pots-local-bites-inside-the-adorably-lebanese-cafe-thats-brightening-up-hamra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bana Caf\u00e9<\/a> instead. They serve up their own twists on delicious Lebanese dishes that we&#8217;re sure even the pickiest Lebanese parent would love.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-want-to-do-something-fun-get-creative-at-dream-factory\">If you want to do something fun: Get creative at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dreamfactory.lb\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dream Factory<\/a><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>For those who want to get in touch with their inner child, Dream Factory is the place to be. At this hands-on creative caf\u00e9, you can have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/752059\/the-build-a-bear-experience-is-finally-in-beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Build-A-Bear<\/a> experience, design tote bags, and enjoy so many artsy activities with your friends.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DJwcFTLszpN\/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>Who said that these experiences are just for kids? If anything, this is a great way to de-stress after a long week. They&#8217;re located on Hamra&#8217;s main street, facing Sanwich w Noss.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-want-to-do-something-unique-find-new-vintage-treasures-at-hamra-vintage\">If you want to do something unique: Find new vintage treasures at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hamra.vintage\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hamra Vintage<\/a><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>The most stunning vintage finds that you&#8217;ll want to add to your collection IMMEDIATELY. Unique jewelry, vintage purses, pre-loved items, film cameras and old record players that still work\u2014there&#8217;s so much to discover at this gem.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DQOvSn1ipBp\/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>For those who are familiar with this spot, Hamra Vintage has a new location near Plaza Pharmacy. Click <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ZvjZUiyEmskcmigm6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> to find out where it is.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-want-some-quiet-time-alone-head-to-book-bazar-to-find-your-new-read\">If you want some quiet time alone: Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/763044\/book-bazar-starts-new-chapter-as-a-book-cafe-in-beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book Bazar<\/a> to find your new read<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>Book lovers, specifically ones who love ranting about their favorite reads, will fall in love with Book Bazar. Located on Sidani Street facing Sushi Bell, this gem was only recently transformed into a book caf\u00e9!<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>It has one of the biggest secondhand book collections in Lebanon, so you can get your hands on very affordable books. And if you&#8217;re a vintage book collector, there are quite a few valuable finds that might interest you.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DPgYfvajO4d\/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>If you want to read more about their transformation, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/763044\/book-bazar-starts-new-chapter-as-a-book-cafe-in-beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-want-to-enjoy-something-sweet-grab-a-donut-from-bakerloo\">If you want to enjoy something sweet: Grab a donut from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bakerloo.lb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bakerloo<\/a><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>A must-have experience for people who have a sweet tooth. Bakerloo serves up some of the most mouthwatering donuts in the city, but they also have a few quirky creations you might want to try.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>They recently brought back their Nutella &amp; Zaatar donut, and though we haven&#8217;t tried it ourselves, it apparently went viral when it was released last year.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQHEpcAjHRN\/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>If you want to know more about this donut, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/764162\/nutella-zaatar-donuts-exist-heres-where-to-try-them-in-beirut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> to read all about it.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-want-something-even-sweeter-try-the-frosted-cinnamon-rolls-from-espressolab\">If you want something even sweeter: Try the frosted cinnamon rolls from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/espressolablb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Espressolab<\/a><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>For those who love pairing their sweet treats with coffee, Espressolab is a great spot to enjoy some alone time, and maybe even get some work done. It&#8217;s very spacious, so you&#8217;re bound to find a quiet corner all to yourself.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DQLo-4wDAeO\/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>Something this sweet pairs very well with their freshly brewed coffee. 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Make sure to grab your friends and check out what&#8217;s playing. <\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>You can also pay the theater a visit just to see how it was transformed by the amazing Kassem Istanbouli and Tiro Arts Association. <\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DOvVr0pDGXv\/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>To read more about the renovation of Le Colis\u00e9e, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/761024\/hamras-golden-days-return-iconic-le-colisee-cinema-is-reopening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-want-a-garden-vibe-keep-it-simple-with-a-trip-to-cafe-younes\">If you want a garden vibe: Keep it simple with a trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/cafeyounes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caf\u00e9 Younes<\/a><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>No matter how many times we visit Caf\u00e9 Younes branch in Hamra, we never get tired of it. 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