Appetito Trattoria Gemmayze: Italian Spaghetti and Pizza I Enjoyed
Italian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
June 06, 2019
Italian Food
Appetito Trattoria Gemmayze: Italian Spaghetti and Pizza I Enjoyed
Driving on the highway to Beirut you can’t but notice a blue house facing Beirut seaport. Located between The Gathering and Mayrig on Gemmayze Pasteur street, Appetito Trattoria has opened its…
June 06, 2019
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Mechwar Videos
Walking Gemmayze: Look Up and Enjoy The Beautiful Old Street
Rue Gouraud is a mixed residential and commercial street in Gemmayzeh, a neighborhood in the Rmeil district of Beiru
March 22, 2019
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Yakiniku: The Gourmet Japanese Grill of Gemmayze
Asian & Chinese | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
January 20, 2019
Asian & Chinese
Yakiniku: The Gourmet Japanese Grill of Gemmayze
The “YA” family has taken over Gemmayze transforming it into “Asia Town” a concept after the other, and they are all awesome!!!! Mitsu-Ya has one of the best Sushi in…
January 20, 2019
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Ramen-Ya: Real Flavors of Asian Noodles in Beirut
Asian & Chinese | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
December 26, 2018
Asian & Chinese
Ramen-Ya: Real Flavors of Asian Noodles in Beirut
I’m a fan of Ramen, traveling the world for this bowl. After trying it in France, Dubai and New York, it was time to indulge in a hefty ramen bowl in Beirut. Let me tell you the story as it…
December 26, 2018
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Le Petit Gris: 7 Years of Bistronomy in Beirut
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
November 29, 2018
French Food
Le Petit Gris: 7 Years of Bistronomy in Beirut
When I noticed that I last came here in 2015, it was time to visit again one of my favorite French Bistros in town. Guaranteed satisfaction for as long as I remember, Le Petit Gris is one of the few…
November 29, 2018
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
The Original Em Ali: From Souk el Tayeb to Gemmayze
“Oum Ali”, the one and only Saj Queen famous from (Souk el Tayeb) and (Souk el Akel) has opened a breakfast Parlour on Gemmayze street. A traditional eatery serving the same yellow dough…
September 25, 2018
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Kahwet Ma’alem Arteen: Loved the Food, Loved the Vibes, Enjoyed my Dinner
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
September 06, 2018
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Kahwet Ma’alem Arteen: Loved the Food, Loved the Vibes, Enjoyed my Dinner
Three stories up, on a roof in Gemmayze, comes Ma’alem Arteen. Armenian by nature, Lebanese by heart, this particular restaurant welcomes you, to enjoy fresh vibes inspired by the old Lebanese…
September 06, 2018
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Restaurant Loris: The Lebanese Fusion Experience
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
November 14, 2017
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Restaurant Loris: The Lebanese Fusion Experience
In the heart of Gemmayze, on Rue Pasteur, is a Lebanese-Armenian, Aleppo fusion - if my description is accurate - restaurant called Loris. An old Lebanese house decorated in blue with fresh touches…
November 14, 2017
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
American
Meats & Bread: Hardcore Barbecue in Beirut...
Very unconventional on all fronts, Meats & Bread is my kind of diner, my kind of food...I came here for the opening and am back to taste more of Riad's unique creations... Found on…
August 22, 2017
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Grill & BBQ
Meats & Bread: Now Open in Gemmayze
After long months of waiting "Souk el Akel's" Meats & Bread has finally opened on Gemmayze street. Meats & Bread, by the self-taught chef Riad Abou Lteif, promises a pleasant experience…
August 06, 2017
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Desserts & Sweets
Caramelized Banana Fritters: A Mouthwatering Dessert
Visiting Urbanista I discovered by pure coincidence they've launched a new menu... after having a couple bites, the manager offered us a dessert he says we have to try! OMG he was right.
July 10, 2017
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Bread & Bakeries
Bread Basket Square Becomes Taqa
In 2015, I wrote about Soumaya, founder of Bread Basket Square, a healthy wheat-free bakery... Today, BBS starts a new challenge, a new journey, changing the concept's name from Bread Basket to…
June 20, 2017
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Sandwich w Noss: Lebanon's Best Sellers Under One Roof
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
February 29, 2016
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
Sandwich w Noss: Lebanon's Best Sellers Under One Roof
Tonight I was hungry w noss... Nothing could satisfy my hunger other than sandwich w noss. It's a famous place everyone is talking about, a snack place serving huge portions of the country's best…
February 29, 2016
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
La PizzAria: From Napoli to Beirut with an Impact
Italian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
February 24, 2016
Italian Food
La PizzAria: From Napoli to Beirut with an Impact
La PizzAria has been the talk of town for the last couple of months. A small shop in Gemmayze, recognized by its red curtain. I was so excited to try it, so tonight we dine with the guys.
February 24, 2016
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Popular
Sandwich w Noss: A Revolutionary Sandwich Concept in Gemmayze
It's a revolution for many reasons, the name is fun and its marketing campaign is exceptional... The concept grabbed my attention when I first saw their social media adv: one covering the Electrical…
February 19, 2016
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Events
Beirut's First Christmas Food Market: Mar Mikhael, December 2nd 2015
For the first time in Lebanon Beirut will enjoy a Christmas Food Market!
All over the world Christmas food markets are a great way of discovering Christmas favorites, like mulle
November 20, 2015
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Mitsu-Ya: A Recommended Sushi Bar and Izakaya
Japanese & Sushi | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
April 24, 2015
Japanese & Sushi
Mitsu-Ya: A Recommended Sushi Bar and Izakaya
A new place has opened on Gemmayze and it's called Mitsu-Ya. After Tabkha, facing Massaad, a one-door shop welcomes you for lunch and dinner serving a selection of Japanese izakaya dishes.
April 24, 2015
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Le Petit Gris: Known for its Joyful Ambiance and Good Food
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
March 14, 2015
French Food
Le Petit Gris: Known for its Joyful Ambiance and Good Food
When people ask me about my favorite French bistro in Lebanon, one of the Top three choices always on my mind is Le Petit Gris. Time has passed since I last came here. In 2014, Le Petit Gris entered…
March 14, 2015
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Divvy: Flavors of Food and Fun
International Cuisine | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
October 16, 2014
International Cuisine
Divvy: Flavors of Food and Fun
I went to a preopening dinner at Divvy, a new place that just officially opened on Mar Michael. The experience was lovely, although some fine-tuning was required… but then again it was the…
October 16, 2014
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Spotted Stories
Lebanon's 65cm Record Breaking Burger
Celebrating their second year anniversary, Rod’s, a small burger joint in Gemmayze, planned to break a record by creating the biggest burger in Lebanon yet and I think he succeeded.
October 16, 2014
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Ginette: The Eatery, The Fashion Boutique, The Art Gallery
International Cuisine | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
March 20, 2014
International Cuisine
Ginette: The Eatery, The Fashion Boutique, The Art Gallery
Ginette, located in the heart of Gemmayze, has been the talk of town for sometime now. This funky and trendy concept space hosts a coffee shop and restaurant, an art gallery, and a…
March 20, 2014
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Mario e Mario: Homemade, the Italian Way
Italian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
February 23, 2014
Italian Food
Mario e Mario: Homemade, the Italian Way
There are two people in town that create a buzz whenever their names are involved- Mario Haddad Senior and Mario Haddad Junior. What are the father and son combo up to these days? I'll tell you. A…
February 23, 2014
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Rod's Burgers: Homemade with Style and Perfection
Street Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
February 11, 2014
Street Food
Rod's Burgers: Homemade with Style and Perfection
I'm going to start this review by welcoming the first entry to my TOP10 burgers list of 2014... Yes, already... Rod's Burgers are to die for... Imagine a simple yet innovative burger prepared with…
February 11, 2014
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Italian Food
2013: Best Italian Restaurants in Lebanon
Any dish served in Italian restaurant is simply. Pizzas, pastas and risottos, Italian cuisine is great. Voted for many years as the trendiest and most loved cuisine on earth, the Italian cuisine has…
December 20, 2013
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Lebanon
Italian Food
2013: Best Italian Pizza in Lebanon
Italian food has always been a favorite in Lebanon. 2013 witnessed a boom of new Italian restaurants, where pizza-making has become an art - the dough, the crust, time of cooking, ingredients…
Street Food
Meet Abou el Abed: Gemmayze's Famous Kaak and Picon Seller
There are moments in life you just feel you want to let go, pull your sleeves up high and plunge into someone else's job, life, routine... and see how things are on the other side. Today was one of…
November 29, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Le Petit Gris: A Rich Selection of Fine Dining Creations
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
October 31, 2013
French Food
Le Petit Gris: A Rich Selection of Fine Dining Creations
It has been a year already since my last visit to Le Petit Gris. One of the first restaurants to start the French Bistros trend in Lebanon, Le Petit Gris welcomes guests into a casual fifty square…
October 31, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Tavolina: Back for the Pizza and More
Italian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
October 17, 2013
Italian Food
Tavolina: Back for the Pizza and More
I was recently welcomed as a new member of the Academia Italiana Della Cucina with a lunch at
October 17, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Recommended
KitchenLab: Cook and Eat in a Pleasant Ambiance
Dedicated to food and cooking, Kitchenlab is a new and unique concept that will change the way you view food, cooking, socializing and gathering with friends. Set up in an old house in Gemmayze,…
October 14, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Let's Head South... SUD, Mar Mikhael
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
June 27, 2013
French Food
Let's Head South... SUD, Mar Mikhael
You've been reading my reviews about La Cour Saint Michel, an idea I have found to be extraordinary on so many levels. One of today's hot spots,
June 27, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Bar Tartine: Majestic Food in a Charming Atmosphere
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
May 18, 2013
French Food
Bar Tartine: Majestic Food in a Charming Atmosphere
A couple of weeks ago, visiting La Cour Saint Michel, I discovered Bar Tartine by pure coincidence. A new place which was still closed at that time. I couldn't but stand in awe in front o
May 18, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
News
CNN: 10 Best Bars in Beirut
As reported on CNN, here's the top 10 Bars in Beirut, what's your favorite place or suggested choice...? Summer is around the corner and we want to know about all the best places out there...
As…
April 11, 2013
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News
Prepare Yourselves for The Junkyard 2013
Following the huge success of The Junkyard last summer, the same people behind this unique concept are cooking up something extraordinary, this summer will witness yet another extraordinary…
April 01, 2013
Visiting BlackRock Restaurant and Lounge Again: Improvement and Professionalism Respected
Grill & BBQ | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
January 23, 2013
Grill & BBQ
Visiting BlackRock Restaurant and Lounge Again: Improvement and Professionalism Respected
BlackRock Restaurant; located in the Soho-esque Mar Mikael area of Beirut; is the first of its kind not only locally but internationally. The black facade welcomes you into a shiny U-shaped bar…
January 23, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Urbanista's Positive Beirut City Vibes
International Cuisine | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
January 05, 2013
International Cuisine
Urbanista's Positive Beirut City Vibes
The smell of fresh brewed coffee in the morning. Heavenly. I came to Urbanista on Gemmayze street at 9.30am on Friday morning and thought I was the only early bird around. The second I sat down,…
January 05, 2013
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Tavolina: The Latest Italian to Open on Mar Mikhael
Italian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
August 16, 2012
Italian Food
Tavolina: The Latest Italian to Open on Mar Mikhael
Tavolina is an unpretentious trattoria, serving traditional Italian food including wood oven pizzas, pasta, risotto as well as poultry, fish and meat dishes. The decor is simple and atmosphere…
August 16, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
News
Lebanon's Restaurants Hubs 103: Gemmayze
Gemayze has been know to be the best nightlife area in Beirut and even in Lebanon. Now it is transforming to a restaurant hub at the demand of the owners who could't stand anymore the nightlife…
July 12, 2012
Urbanista: Modern, Refreshing and Tasty
Breakfast & Coffee | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
July 09, 2012
Breakfast & Coffee
Urbanista: Modern, Refreshing and Tasty
Just when you think that Gemmayze can't be host to another outlet, a new place pops up. I recently discovered Urbanista restaur
July 09, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Ginette: Home of the Unusual Mix of Artisans
International Cuisine | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
July 09, 2012
International Cuisine
Ginette: Home of the Unusual Mix of Artisans
The Gemmayze district, full of narrow streets and graceful historic buildings from the French era, is a fitting backdrop for this new concept store. Also well-known for its trendy bars and…
July 09, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Le Petit Gris, French Bistro, Gemmayze
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
June 28, 2012
French Food
Le Petit Gris, French Bistro, Gemmayze
Tucked in the heart of busy Gemmayze, Le Petit Gris, a small French bistro owned by
June 28, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
International Cuisine
Alcazar:Drink & Dine on the Stairs, in a Luxury Interior (Restaurant Closed)
More than a nightlife spot, Alcazar is a fine dining place that deserves visiting...
April 28, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Couqley Restaurant at The AlleyWay, Beirut
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
March 30, 2012
French Food
Couqley Restaurant at The AlleyWay, Beirut
Named after Chef Alexis Couquelet...
March 30, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Al Mandaloun Club, Mar Mikhael, Achrafieh
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
March 21, 2012
French Food
Al Mandaloun Club, Mar Mikhael, Achrafieh
The name Al-Mandaloun reminds of various outlets like the Al Mandaloun club in Mar Mikhael, Al Mandaloun Grill (which has closed), Al Mandaloun Cafe in Achrafieh and it seems a new one coming soon in…
March 21, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
ENAB, A Typical Lebanese Cuisine In a Modern Setup
Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
March 21, 2012
Lebanese/Middle Eastern
ENAB, A Typical Lebanese Cuisine In a Modern Setup
Enab, which means grapes, is the newest Lebanese restaurant in Beirut has recently opened its doors on the famous Mar Mikhael strip, just a couple of meters away from one of my favorite restaurants…
March 21, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Couqley French Restaurant, Gemmayze Beirut
French Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
February 26, 2012
French Food
Couqley French Restaurant, Gemmayze Beirut
This is a place that screams ‘lovely,’ from the setup to the cuisine.
A unique French brasserie in Gemmayze, Couqley is situated in the "
February 26, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael
Marinella Trattoria, Beirut
Italian Food | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East
February 20, 2012
Italian Food
Marinella Trattoria, Beirut
I visited Marinella with my wife and friends to experience what we heard about to be one of the best trattorias in town.
February 20, 2012
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Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael