{"id":779041,"date":"2026-07-13T12:20:56","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T12:20:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=779041"},"modified":"2026-07-15T09:31:36","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T09:31:36","slug":"naranj-cafe-a-nostalgic-levantine-escape-in-the-heart-of-beirut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/779041\/naranj-cafe-a-nostalgic-levantine-escape-in-the-heart-of-beirut\/","title":{"rendered":"Naranj Caf\u00e9: A Nostalgic Levantine Escape in the Heart of Beirut"},"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=\"I&#039;m looking for free beaches \ud83c\udf0a\" data-sideconvo-mode=\"CHAT\" data-sideconvo-customCTATitle=\"Discover free beaches  \ud83c\udf0a\" data-sideconvo-customCTAPlacement=\"TITLE_TAG\">             Discover free beaches  \ud83c\udf0a        <\/span>         <div class=\"hoverEffect\">             <div><\/div>         <\/div>     <\/button>     <style>      <\/style>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the scent of naranj filling the air to the traditional flavors served at the table, Naranj Caf\u00e9 brings a taste of the Levant\u2019s past to the heart of Beirut. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inspired by the charm of traditional Levantine homes, long family gatherings, and meals that linger for hours, the caf\u00e9 recreates the warmth and nostalgia of a bygone era.<\/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\/DRCOhitDEfE\/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-if-you-re-in-the-mood-for-a-traditional-2a3de-this-is-exactly-where-you-ll-want-to-be\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6540ae5af89e6b53a22b5e1136b12c0a\">If you\u2019re in the mood for a traditional <em>2a3de<\/em>, this is exactly where you\u2019ll want to be.<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A flower-lined fountain welcomes guests at the entrance, while timeless architectural details and views of Beirut\u2019s old houses create a setting that feels like a modern tribute to the Levant.<\/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\/DZpYzLgocED\/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\">The caf\u00e9 takes its name from the naranj, or bitter orange tree, which inspires everything from its design to its relaxed atmosphere. It\u2019s the kind of place that invites you to slow down, enjoy a leisurely lunch, finish your meal with a fresh fruit platter, and stay a little longer over a cup of coffee.<\/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\/DThvHEsiWrT\/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:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 id=\"h-what-s-on-the-menu\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d4aa6a13041129b646c2bb0b577a71eb\">What&#8217;s on the menu?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The menu celebrates Levantine cuisine through a generous selection of beloved classics and signature specialties. Start with the caf\u00e9\u2019s famous tabbouleh, topped with stuffed grape leaves, or try the beetroot tabbouleh for a refreshing twist.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/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\/DSKLYyLDORu\/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\">The mezze selection is impossible to resist, featuring harrak b osbao, kebbeh with hummus, spicy potatoes, assorted yalangi, makdous fatteh, and crispy cauliflower with burghul.<\/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\/DTC6x-UDEfD\/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\">Beyond the traditional <em>mashewe<\/em>, you\u2019ll also find hearty mains like sharhat meat and potatoes and sharhat bel ajin, offering comforting flavors that feel just like home.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No meal is complete without dessert, and Naranj Caf\u00e9 gives you every reason to save room. From the walnut tart and baklava milkshake to the cheese maamoul served with molasses ice cream, every bite is worth savoring.<\/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\/DTU6WHCkaZM\/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\">There\u2019s something about Naranj Caf\u00e9 that instantly feels familiar. It captures the essence of the Sunday family lunches many of us grew up with, where food, conversation, and time were shared generously.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re catching up with loved ones or simply craving authentic Levantine cuisine, Naranj Caf\u00e9 offers the perfect setting, without having to drive all the way to your day3a.<\/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\/DYjhnAyClaG\/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>    <h4 id=\"h-location\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-133758be8ddeaa8e64fd4b443d7de635\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd Location<\/strong><\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Monot, Rasheed El Dada Street<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the exact location, click <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/n6z4ykwUYL3fmVkR8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <h4 id=\"h-contact\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8c82b852a9acb519fac2a0ec1c7d321a\">\ud83d\udcde Contact<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">+961 71 511 118<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure to follow Naranj Caf\u00e9 on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/naranjcafe.lb\/?hl=en&amp;g=5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>!<\/p>    <div style=\"height:15px\" 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\/723941\/batroun-bites-40-restaurants-you-cant-miss\/\" class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Batroun Bites: 40+ Restaurants You Can&#039;t Miss!\">                 <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\/2025\/07\/MixCollage-09-Jul-2026-10-25-AM-8455-250x141.jpg\" alt=\"Batroun Bites: 40+ Restaurants You Can&#039;t Miss!\" \/>                     <\/div>                                                     <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__text\">                                                     <h2>Batroun Bites: 40+ Restaurants You Can&#8217;t Miss!<\/h2>                                                                             <p>We\u2019ve compiled a list of 40+ restaurants located in Batroun so that you don\u2019t have a hard time choosing where you want to eat!<\/p>                                             <\/div>                             <\/div>         <\/div>                 <\/a>     <\/div>   <div style=\"height:15px\" 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\/made-in-beirut-tee\/\" aria-label=\"&quot;Made in Beirut&quot; 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