{"id":778902,"date":"2026-07-17T10:49:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T10:49:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=778902"},"modified":"2026-07-17T10:49:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T10:49:56","slug":"wasai-a-chinese-eatery-in-aley-thats-always-worth-the-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/778902\/wasai-a-chinese-eatery-in-aley-thats-always-worth-the-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"WASAI: A Chinese Eatery in Aley That&#8217;s Always Worth the Drive"},"content":{"rendered":"    <button class=\"sideconvo-button button-compact\">         <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=\"Recommend some spots to enjoy Asian food \ud83c\udf63\" data-sideconvo-mode=\"CHAT\" data-sideconvo-customCTATitle=\"Craving Asian food? Click here \ud83c\udf63\" data-sideconvo-customCTAPlacement=\"TITLE_TAG\">             Craving Asian food? Click here \ud83c\udf63        <\/span>         <div class=\"hoverEffect\">             <div><\/div>         <\/div>     <\/button>     <style>      <\/style>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When people think of Aley, Chinese food probably isn&#8217;t the first thing that comes to mind. But tucked away on Piscine Street is <strong>WASAI<\/strong>, an eatery that&#8217;s quietly become a destination of its own for anyone craving authentic Chinese flavors.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WASAI is a modern spot serving a mix of Asian favorites and traditional Chinese dishes. It&#8217;s a refreshing change of pace in Aley, where traditional Lebanese tables have long dominated the dining scene.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DOvobM1DGr4\/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 class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <h3 id=\"h-must-try-dishes-at-wasai\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must-try dishes at WASAI<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If it&#8217;s your first time at WASAI, we&#8217;d definitely start with the dynamite shrimp. It&#8217;s crispy, saucy, and the kind of appetizer everyone keeps reaching for, so don&#8217;t be surprised if you end up ordering a second round.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And for the main dish, the mouthwatering sweet and sour shrimp easily beats the more traditional beef or chicken options. The crispy prawns paired with the tangy glaze create that perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors without feeling too heavy.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DIoPBoio3qd\/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 class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <h3 id=\"h-a-little-something-for-sushi-lovers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A little something for sushi lovers<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the things that makes WASAI stand out is that it also houses Sushi Bell, one of our favorite sushi spots in Lebanon. Known for serving fresh, high-quality sushi at reasonable prices, Sushi Bell has built a loyal following thanks to its creative rolls and consistently fresh fish.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If it&#8217;s your first time, don&#8217;t skip their signature rolls like the Ruby, Crazy Salmon, or Volcano Special. One thing we always add to our order is the salmon sashimi. It\u2019s simple, but when it\u2019s done right, the fresh fish has that buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture that\u2019s hard to beat. If you want to read more about everything we tried (and loved) at Sushi Bell, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/740652\/everything-we-tried-and-loved-at-sushi-bell-in-hamra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DRcGvkqCBRc\/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 class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For something a little different, try their viral Sushi Pops, created in collaboration with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sushiguidelb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sushi Guide LB<\/a>. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DX7QsPgtNLb\/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 class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Aley is already a popular summer escape, WASAI gives you another reason to head up the mountain. If you&#8217;re planning on spending the day discovering the city, make sure your dinner plans include this spot. It also has a stunning view, so the perfect time to visit would be around sunset.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, make sure to check out their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wasai.lb\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>!<\/p>    <div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccd <strong>Location<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Piscine Street, Aley<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/rmkeP2wN5T5Hpno27\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> for the exact location.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u23f0 <strong>Opening Hours<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open daily from 12 PM until 11 PM<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcde <strong>Contact<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">+961 81 830 031 or +961 25 555 556<\/p>    <div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/tag\/asian-food\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">#Asian<\/a> section on our website for more content like this.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <div class=\"wp-block-thisis-thisis-more-like-this-block\">             <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/778453\/organic-baskets-great-coffee-and-a-beautiful-space-at-this-beirut-spot\/\" class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Organic Baskets, Great Coffee, and a Beautiful Space at This Beirut Spot\">                 <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block\">             <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__header\"                 style=\"background-color: #36C6F4;\">                 <h3>                     MORE LIKE THIS                <\/h3>             <\/div>             <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__content\"                 style=\"background-color: #36C6F41a;\">                                     <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__image\">                         <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/beyondorganic-e1783414182984-250x142.png\" alt=\"Organic Baskets, Great Coffee, and a Beautiful Space at This Beirut Spot\" \/>                     <\/div>                                                     <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__text\">                                                     <h2>Organic Baskets, Great Coffee, and a Beautiful Space at This Beirut Spot<\/h2>                                                                             <p>Tucked into the lower street of Mar Mikhael,\u00a0Beyond Organic\u00a0has quietly become one of those places that does a lot without ever feeling crowded or chaotic.<\/p>                                             <\/div>                             <\/div>         <\/div>                 <\/a>     <\/div>   <div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>         <div style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"mobile products-container-two-product swiper products-embed-container\">   <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">        <a class=\"swiper-slide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/product\/the-beirut-tee\/\" aria-label=\"The Beirut Tee\" style=\"min-width: 66% !important;height:auto !important;\">      <div style=\"min-width: 90% !important;\" class=\"single-product-two-product\">       <div class=\"product-image-two-product lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/beirutee-524x600.png\">       <\/div>       <div class=\"product-content-two-product\">        <h2 style=\"height: 45px;\">The Beirut Tee<\/h2>        <p>Beirut.com printed logo on the left side. 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