Restaurants for dinner

A quintessential Lebanese dining experience in an opulent setting, offering traditional home cooking with glamour and an endless variety of mezze and Lebanese food.

Known for burgers and cocktails.

A popular healthy restaurant facing the American University main gate, known for its exceptional salad bar and healthy food at affordable prices.

A culinary gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Jal El Dib, drawing in locals and foreigners alike with its exotic wooden interior architecture and diverse array of culinary offerings. This bustling eatery caters to every palate with its tantalizing selection of fast food, Mexican, Italian, American and Asian gourmet.

A restaurant offering a variety of Indian, Arabian, Fast Food, Indo Chinese, and American cuisines. Known for dishes like charcoal chicken, fried chicken, and chicken biryani.

A renowned Michelin-starred restaurant offering a blend of international and indigenous cuisine, known for its modern and luxurious Chinese (specifically Cantonese) dishes. Located in the Emirates Palace, it offers a grand and glamorous dining experience with dim lighting, dark lacquered interiors, and attentive service.

An eatery offering authentic Chinese food, suitable for those on a budget.

A Batroun institution known for the freshest locally caught fish, with a terrace so close to the sea that guests can practically dip their toes in the water. It offers breakfast, long languid lunches, and starlit dinners, focusing on high-quality Lebanese fish and seafood.

L'Autre Bistro combines tradition and trend in one of Beirut's oldest houses, offering a wide range of Mediterranean-inspired dishes and Lebanese wines in a cozy and relaxing environment.

A pioneer of sushi in the Middle East, known for high-quality Japanese cuisine, innovative maki rolls, and a sophisticated Zen-style atmosphere.

An elegant Lebanese restaurant occupying a 19th-century former palace, known for refined mezze dishes and a visually distinctive dining room with lavish decor.

A French Riviera-inspired restaurant located at The Galleria Al Maryah Island, offering light, intense French Mediterranean food prepared à-la-minute from the finest ingredients. It boasts a privileged location with water views and an elegant, artistic decor.

Mezyan is a hip tapas/mezze restaurant and bar in Hamra, known for its mix of Lebanese, Syrian, and Armenian mezze, great food, and live music, attracting a young and intellectual crowd.

An Australian coffee shop and casual eatery named after the hinterlands of Byron Bay. It offers good coffee and a menu with interesting breakfast dishes, salad bowls, sandwiches, and main courses with global influences. Known for its dedication to serving good coffee and a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.

An authentic Italian restaurant serving traditional thin-crust pizzas and over 70 dishes including pastas, gourmet pizzas, appetizers, salads, and desserts.

A homegrown Japanese yakitori, sushi counter, and highball bar located on the beachfront promenade at Mamsha Al Saadiyat, offering authentic Japanese flavors with a modern twist. It's known for its stunning beach views, lively atmosphere, and sensational dishes.

Olio is an Italian restaurant with several branches across Beirut, known for its quality Italian food with a focus on pizza, offering reliable and fairly priced fare in a cozy setting.

A local family-owned restaurant in Batroun's Port, offering a fresh, homely, and authentic local maritime experience. It's a premier destination for seafood lovers, overlooking the Phoenician Wall by the Mina Port with stunning harbor views.

A new establishment in Aljada, designed in a modern barn-style with glass walls that allow natural light to flood the space. The interior features shades of cream and warm woods, creating a cosy and modern ambiance. The breakfast menu offers regional twists on classics, while lunch and dinner include crowd-pleasing salads, flatbreads, sandos, and sweet treats.

A Fujairah-born 24/7 café that recently opened in Aljada, Sharjah. It boasts a warm, bohemian aesthetic with deep terracotta, textured alcoves, and billowing white curtains. Signature items include creamy tiramisu made tableside, flaky frost croissants, a dedicated matcha menu, various lattes, and colourful coolers.

A popular restaurant in Al Safa, Dubai, serving unique Indian cuisine, along with Arabian and Fast Food options. Known for its cozy and inviting atmosphere.