8 New(ish) Spots To Add To Your Beirut Outings

Tired of the same old routine? We all are! Here are 9 places that are new (or new-ish) for you to add to your roster the next time you’re looking to go out.

1. Ottrotoir, Achrafieh

The first of its kind authentic Lebanese Bistro is waiting to be discovered right around the corner in Achrafieh. Ôtrottoir’s proudly Lebanese with a twist dishes are prepared by underprivileged women from various areas, just like every decorative item in the restaurant’s show-stopping interior. Ôtrottoir managed to reintroduce Lebanese “mouneh” in a trendy and modern way to match the lifestyles and varied tastes of every age group. Be sure to try the delectable guacamole with kammouneh spices.

Check out our video above for more details. For even more details, you can read up on Otrotoir here.

2. Flav, Gemmayze

Do you know the saying “it’s a jungle out there”? This new spot took that seriously and brought the greenest and meanest decor in town! Flav boasts a simplistic yet modern décor that aims to give you an elevated experience in the heart of the jungle. With colorful dishes and drinks to contrast their tropical green color scheme, this spot adds a dose of flavor to your night to make it more enjoyable.

For more details, you can read up on Flav here.

3. Dry Beirut, Monot

A brasserie and wine bar that is serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a cool and elegant setting. Tucked right next to their sister restaurant Analogue, Dry boasts great food and drinks with the backdrop of a beautiful bar.

4. Di Farina, Badaro

Charming and quaint, this Italian spot in Badaro opened this past summer and has been consistently serving up feel-good dishes that will keep you coming back for more.

5. Fire Bird, Mar Mikhael

Craving some scorching hot crispy fried chicken? A new spot in Beirut is sparing you the trek to Nashville and serving up some of the city’s most delicious comfort food. Their menu is simple, but packs a punch! You can choose between their two options: a tenders tray or a burger tray (fried chicken tenders or a fried chicken burger, bread, spiced fries, pickles, coleslaw, and Cheetos-flavored mac ‘n cheese).

For more details, you can read up on Fire Bird here.

6. The Witty Bun, Badaro

Newly opened in Badaro, The Witty Bun is all about serving up delectable burgers and good vibes, guaranteed to make you smile. Their smashed burgers are heavenly, and are already amassing a cult following of burger lovers.

For more details, you can read up on The Witty Bun here.

7. Beit Kanz, Sursock-Achrafieh

A magnificent Beiruti house built sometime between 1880 and 1940, Beit Kanz was been restored by the NGO Beit el Baraka after being severely damaged by the port blast in 2020. Their kitchen aims to revive traditional recipes using only Lebanese products packed from rural communities in the country. Many producers, especially women, are given the chance to give back to their communities with their Mouneh, which you can also shop at Beit Kanz.

Drop by for a bite at their cafe, or stop and shop their amazing offerings.

For more details, you can read up on Beit Kanz here.

8. Uncle Fluffy, ABC Verdun

The popular dessert shop Uncle Fluffy has opened their first location in Lebanon, setting up shop in ABC Verdun, Beirut. Their simple menu features the iconic jiggly Japanese cheesecakes are taken out of the oven and stamped with their logo, then drenched in the syrup of your choice. Currently priced at 170,000 LL for a regular sized plain cheesecake, with 20,000 LL for additional toppings of Nutella, blueberry, strawberry, or caramel syrup.

To learn more about this TikTok-famous spot, click here..