Saj Em Georges: The Lady with Magical Hands Creates Delicious Saj Manakish

Bread & Bakeries | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 26, 2020

Bread & Bakeries

Saj Em Georges: The Lady with Magical Hands Creates Delicious Saj Manakish

If they say "A picture is worth a thousand words", a video is worth more than a million. Watch it for yourself and feel what Em Georges is all about, a lady baking love in Dbayeh for the last…

April 26, 2020 | Manakish | Dbayeh

Roadster Launches its New Menu and it Rocks!!!

American | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 09, 2019

American

Roadster Launches its New Menu and it Rocks!!!

The new menu is here! Roadster Diner new menu has landed, and it was time to try it. It was the first time I visit the branch at ABC Dbayeh, enjoying the trendy architecture, the colors, industrial…

July 09, 2019 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Breakfast at Le Royal Beirut: Third Time... Nothing Changed! Mankouche with a View

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

May 20, 2019

Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Le Royal Beirut: Third Time... Nothing Changed! Mankouche with a View

Supporting and visiting hotels in Lebanon has been one of my main priorities since I started the blog in 2012. People needed to know, -mainly locals- that you can have breakfast at a hotel without…

May 20, 2019 | Hotels | Dbayeh

DIVVY: Very Good Food! I Enjoy it More Every Time

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 28, 2019

International Cuisine

DIVVY: Very Good Food! I Enjoy it More Every Time

From the four corners of the globe, comes a diverse cuisine made to share. DIVVY’s of The Village Dbayeh opens for lunch and dinner, welcoming you in a relaxed and fresh ambiance. I love…

March 28, 2019 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lebanese Style, Sunday Lunch with the Kids

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 07, 2019

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lebanese Style, Sunday Lunch with the Kids

Welcome to the village marketplace. Under the trees, relax to the sounds of chirping birds and Fayrouz tunes. Old Lebanese tiles, yellow sandstones, wooden doors and brick tiles with an open kitchen…

February 07, 2019 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Lunch with the Kids at Casper ABC Dbayeh

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 11, 2017

International Cuisine

Lunch with the Kids at Casper ABC Dbayeh

I never imagined that one day I could actually be enjoying lunch with three kids in the heart of a mall on a busy Sunday. Arrive early, secure a table and have yourself guided through the experience.…

November 11, 2017 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Babel: A New Menu, Same Great Taste

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 01, 2017

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Babel: A New Menu, Same Great Taste

I've been here many times to enjoy what the magnificent architecture holds inside. Lebanese with class, style and a touch of fusion, Babel Dbayeh has always been one of Lebanon's best…

November 01, 2017 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Bitter Brown: Gluten Free and Tasty! A New Experience Now in Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 28, 2017

International Cuisine

Bitter Brown: Gluten Free and Tasty! A New Experience Now in Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

I would never have imagined a restaurant built solely around gluten-free food... now open in Dbayeh, "Bitter Brown" is a restaurant and nutritionist clinic combined. Up on the first floor is Mrs.…

September 28, 2017 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Al Mandaloun Cafe Introduces a New Menu

News | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 11, 2017

News

Al Mandaloun Cafe Introduces a New Menu

After five long years of waiting, Al Mandaloun cafe in its two locations in Dbayeh and Achrafieh launches a new menu. Removing some items while adding others, the prices have slightly increased…

July 11, 2017 | Dbayeh

A Pleasant Lebanese Lunch at Leila ABC Dbayeh

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 10, 2017

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

A Pleasant Lebanese Lunch at Leila ABC Dbayeh

Twenty five minutes have passed and I'm still waiting for someone to approach me to ask me if I want a drink or simply by now the main order... located on the rooftop of ABC Dbayeh, Leila is the…

July 10, 2017 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lunch with a View

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 10, 2017

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Lunch with a View

Not my first time here, and certainly not my last: Kahwet el Mandaloun is an upscale traditional Lebanese cafe serving a selection of authentic local specialities revisited with simplicity, class and…

July 10, 2017 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Breakfast at Urbanista ABC Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 29, 2017

Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Urbanista ABC Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

A blissfully urban space: where metal, wood and leather create a world of Urbanista's own inside ABC Dbayeh. With industrial concrete walls, a two-level seating area, a salad bar, an island where…

March 29, 2017 | Restaurant Closed | Dbayeh

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Good Food, Great Vibes!

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 17, 2017

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Kahwet el Mandaloun: Good Food, Great Vibes!

It was one of the few times when writing a review was not even planned. One of the few times when I sat planning to relax and enjoy the moment... but the experience was way too good not to be…

March 17, 2017 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Start Your Day on a Happy Note at Al Mandaloun Dbayeh

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 10, 2017

Breakfast & Coffee

Start Your Day on a Happy Note at Al Mandaloun Dbayeh

I come here so often that it feels like my second home – a place where I relax, enjoy good vibes and soothing music. It’s a happy space … sit on one of their comfortable…

March 10, 2017 | International Cuisine | Dbayeh

Breakfast at Hotel Le Royal Dbayeh

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 17, 2017

Breakfast & Coffee

Breakfast at Hotel Le Royal Dbayeh

Four years ago, I came here hoping to enjoy breakfast at a five star establishment but left feeling shocked and deceived. Without going into the details of my last visit, read on to see what I…

February 17, 2017 | Hotels | Dbayeh

Couqley: Always a Good Idea

French Food | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 01, 2017

French Food

Couqley: Always a Good Idea

When you feel like having a decent piece of meat on a Wednesday night; just pick up the phone and reserve at Couqley. It's been a while since I last visited the famous Steak-Frites restaurant located…

February 01, 2017 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Kahwet el Mandaloun: A New Favorite Place

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

January 12, 2017

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Kahwet el Mandaloun: A New Favorite Place

Close your eyes and travel back in time to when old Mercedes taxis used to glide round Beirut, to when Martyr's Square was the heart of the Middle East and to when Abou Salim used to entertain our…

January 12, 2017 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Al Mandaloun Beach Club: Good Food but in a Smoky and Smelly Environment!

Fish & Seafood | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 27, 2016

Fish & Seafood

Al Mandaloun Beach Club: Good Food but in a Smoky and Smelly Environment!

I am back at Al Mandaloun Beach Club, less than a month since I was here before, to enjoy some of their tasty dishes again. But I doubt I will be coming back anytime soon if smoking inside is not…

November 27, 2016 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh

Al Mandaloun Beach Club: A Unique Experience by the Sea

Fish & Seafood | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 17, 2016

Fish & Seafood

Al Mandaloun Beach Club: A Unique Experience by the Sea

Driving passed Dbayeh's seaside road, you'll notice a stone house by the Corniche. "Al Mandaloun" has expanded its business to include Mandaloun Beach Club, a place that has taken its share of hype…

November 17, 2016 | Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh

Toto Dbayeh: Trendy, Noisy, Slow, Chaotic Yet Delicious Italian! (Restaurant Closed)

Italian Food | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 15, 2016

Italian Food

Toto Dbayeh: Trendy, Noisy, Slow, Chaotic Yet Delicious Italian! (Restaurant Closed)

Let me tell you a little secret... this is actually my first time at The Village Dbayeh, where a cluster of restaurants and pubs are hosted, and Toto is one of them. I like Toto after trying the one…

November 15, 2016 | Pizza | Dbayeh

SUD Dbayeh is Where You're Having Dinner Tomorrow!

French Food | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

October 20, 2016

French Food

SUD Dbayeh is Where You're Having Dinner Tomorrow!

With many years of experience, SUD spreads its wings across Lebanon. SUD at the Gardens is an amazing place to try. You know what a fan I am of SUD and the new location is no different in taste,…

October 20, 2016 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

La Petite Table: An Enjoyable Breakfast in Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 15, 2016

Breakfast & Coffee

La Petite Table: An Enjoyable Breakfast in Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

On Dbayeh's internal road is a new cluster of restaurants, beautiful Gardens, where Sud, Smoking Bun, Enab, Yoshi and La Petite Table among others blend together in a green space worth…

September 15, 2016 | French Food | Dbayeh

Mon Maki a Moi: Someone's Maki... Not Mine

Japanese & Sushi | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

August 27, 2016

Japanese & Sushi

Mon Maki a Moi: Someone's Maki... Not Mine

Tonight we try Mon Maki a Moi... The second branch of a famous local restaurant. Newly open onDbayeh's internal road, MonMaki aMoi is a sushi restaurant many have been talking about. With…

August 27, 2016 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Casper&Gambini's: An Improved Menu and New Decor

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 22, 2016

International Cuisine

Casper&Gambini's: An Improved Menu and New Decor

The whole new setup has been around a while. I just got the chance to check it out. With a new decor comes a new menu at the most visited restaurant in ABC Dbayeh. What has become a popular meeting…

July 22, 2016 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Hotel Le Royal Dbayeh: The Titanic Piano Bar

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 02, 2016

International Cuisine

Hotel Le Royal Dbayeh: The Titanic Piano Bar

Located on Level 4, below the reception is the Titanic Piano Bar. I'm sorry to have to say that the architect did tremendous mistakes creating this hotel but anyway, you'll find your way to the…

February 02, 2016 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

The Village Dbayeh: The First Pictures

News | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 22, 2015

News

The Village Dbayeh: The First Pictures

The Village Dbayeh is now open.  Check out some photos of the projects while I visit for detailed reviews.

November 22, 2015 | Dbayeh

Fair Trade Lebanon Celebrates World Fair Trade Day

Events | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 17, 2015

Events

Fair Trade Lebanon Celebrates World Fair Trade Day

Fair Trade Lebanon is born out of the will of a few Lebanese to change the lives of the most disadvantaged people in rural Lebanon. Having noticed an under-employed agricultural potential as well as…

July 17, 2015 | News | Dbayeh

A Restaurant Village is Coming to Dbayeh

News | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

April 05, 2015

News

A Restaurant Village is Coming to Dbayeh

I honestly don't know when or what are the restaurants opening in but what I surely know is that the perspectives are nice and that this project located on the Dbayeh internal road next to Bar…

April 05, 2015 | Dbayeh

The Breakfast Buffet at Al Mandaloun Dbayeh

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 23, 2015

Breakfast & Coffee

The Breakfast Buffet at Al Mandaloun Dbayeh

How amazing it is to start your day on positive notes. Fresh vibes with some jazz music playing in the background will guarantee a smile on your face. The famous Mandaloun cafe, nestled in Dbayeh's…

March 23, 2015 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Al Mandaloun Dbayeh has a Cachet of its Own

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 20, 2015

International Cuisine

Al Mandaloun Dbayeh has a Cachet of its Own

A place I like, a restaurant I consider my cantina, Al Mandaloun Dbayeh is one of those places I enjoy every now and then. Always fully booked, Al Mandaloun is surely not one of those calm places for…

March 20, 2015 | Recommended | Dbayeh

DipnDip: Sweet Chocolate... Too Sweet In Fact

Chocolate | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

March 06, 2015

Chocolate

DipnDip: Sweet Chocolate... Too Sweet In Fact

Three branches already, DipnDip seems to quickly be making a name for itself around town. Located on Bliss street, Le Mall Dbayeh and Kaslik area, this cafe serves chocolate and many other sweet…

March 06, 2015 | Desserts & Sweets | Dbayeh

A New Concept: Rice Free Sushi Rolls at Ichiban (Discontinued)

Japanese & Sushi | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 12, 2015

Japanese & Sushi

A New Concept: Rice Free Sushi Rolls at Ichiban (Discontinued)

Ichiban has launched a new section and it's good: Rice-free rolls. An innovation which combines fresh ingredients together without the sticky structure. I personally loved them and hope you'll do…

February 12, 2015 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Goutons Voir: Been Here, Done That But Still Loving It (Restaurant Closed)

French Food | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 03, 2015

French Food

Goutons Voir: Been Here, Done That But Still Loving It (Restaurant Closed)

As I walked in, a smile appeared on my face. More lights decorate Goutons Voir which makes it look brighter yet keeping the warm ambiance, but at least this time I can see my food and take better…

February 03, 2015 | Italian Food | Dbayeh

A Dinner Event at La Marina Dbayeh's Club

Events | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

February 02, 2015

Events

A Dinner Event at La Marina Dbayeh's Club

La Marina Joseph Khoury, a place known for its luxurious feel and for being one of the main recreation seaports of Lebanon. Now that Waterfront City is seeing the light of day, this club is becoming…

February 02, 2015 | International Cuisine | Dbayeh

Casper&Gambini's: The Comeback!

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

January 28, 2015

International Cuisine

Casper&Gambini's: The Comeback!

Casper&Gambini's has a new menu. I know what you’re thinking… The new menu has been out a while, but I personally discovered it today. The reason is that I have been avoiding C&G…

January 28, 2015 | Japanese & Sushi | Dbayeh

Babel Dbayeh: Fourth Review, Same Great Experience

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

January 07, 2015

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Babel Dbayeh: Fourth Review, Same Great Experience

I'm not sure if you’ll appreciate another review of Babel, the fortress of Dbayeh... I've been here more than a dozen times and I wish I could find a single mistake. What I do find every time I…

January 07, 2015 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Bar Tartine: A Heaven for Garlic and Onions Lovers

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 18, 2014

International Cuisine

Bar Tartine: A Heaven for Garlic and Onions Lovers

Here I am back at Bar Tartine, which recently opened in Dbayeh, for dinner. Last time I passed by it was for a casual, quick lunch, this time I was looking for the full dining experience.

December 18, 2014 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Lime Tree: A Lebanese Style Diner (Restaurant Closed)

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

December 03, 2014

International Cuisine

Lime Tree: A Lebanese Style Diner (Restaurant Closed)

Driving along Dbayeh’s highway, there’s no way you will miss Lime Tree, a stand-alone diner that has taken over the space where Applebee’s used to be.  Lime Tree is a…

December 03, 2014 | Restaurant Closed | Dbayeh

Bar Tartine's New Location in Dbayeh: The First Impression

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

November 22, 2014

Breakfast & Coffee

Bar Tartine's New Location in Dbayeh: The First Impression

A few months ago, I wrote about this new exciting project that's opening in Dbayeh. Finally, the newcomer to this booming area is now up and running for business. Ba

November 22, 2014 | International Cuisine | Dbayeh

Ichiban: Sushi Rolls with a Lebanese Inspiration

Japanese & Sushi | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

October 20, 2014

Japanese & Sushi

Ichiban: Sushi Rolls with a Lebanese Inspiration

One can’t deny the success story that is Ichiban. Ichiban, which started with a tiny little shop on the Zalka highway more than 10 years ago, has now expanded to 17 different branches around…

October 20, 2014 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Duo: A Casual yet Tasty Restaurant

International Cuisine | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

October 13, 2014

International Cuisine

Duo: A Casual yet Tasty Restaurant

Meeting up with some friends, they decided to have lunch at Duo at ABC Dbayeh’s food court. Duo restaurant is a fusion of two successful concepts, “Ciao”, which started as an…

October 13, 2014 | Japanese & Sushi | Dbayeh

LVD: An American Breakfast You Don’t Want to Miss (Restaurant Closed)

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

October 13, 2014

Breakfast & Coffee

LVD: An American Breakfast You Don’t Want to Miss (Restaurant Closed)

Two times already and I don’t seem to be getting enough of LVD’s fine American breakfast. Two times when I have enjoyed a full breakfast menu including their choices of eggs, pancakes,…

October 13, 2014 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Goutons Voir: Perfect Truffle Fries and Crunchy Pizzas (Restaurant Closed)

French Food | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 26, 2014

French Food

Goutons Voir: Perfect Truffle Fries and Crunchy Pizzas (Restaurant Closed)

I’m not sure that you need me to write another review on Goutons Voir Dbayeh. I’ve been there four times already, published many reviews and repeatedly confirmed my love for this place,…

September 26, 2014 | Italian Food | Dbayeh

LVD: Start your Day with a Tasty American Breakfast (Restaurant Closed)

Breakfast & Coffee | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

September 19, 2014

Breakfast & Coffee

LVD: Start your Day with a Tasty American Breakfast (Restaurant Closed)

It’s always nice to start the day in style, the American way, enjoying a hefty breakfast, getting a boost for the day ahead. Craving an American-style breakfast? That little dream can be…

September 19, 2014 | Recommended | Dbayeh

Kerim’s Express Needs Some Serious Attention (Restaurant Closed)

Restaurant Closed | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

August 31, 2014

Restaurant Closed

Kerim’s Express Needs Some Serious Attention (Restaurant Closed)

On October 9th, 2012, I published a great review about Kerim's Fusion Cuisine, a place which I imagined will be expanding across malls all over Lebanon, and which offered, back then, a wide menu…

August 31, 2014 | International Cuisine | Dbayeh

Guess What's Coming to Dbayeh?

News | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

August 30, 2014

News

Guess What's Coming to Dbayeh?

Guess what's coming to Dbayeh?

August 30, 2014 | Dbayeh

Obi's Sushi and Burgers: Enough Said...

Japanese & Sushi | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

August 13, 2014

Japanese & Sushi

Obi's Sushi and Burgers: Enough Said...

I Think I Have Had My Dose... A beautifully redesigned space full of colors and wood. Writings and quotes decorate the walls and ceiling, grey chairs fill in the space... Welcome to Obi, a…

August 13, 2014 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Batchig: Drink Homemade Arak Every Tuesday

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 19, 2014

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Batchig: Drink Homemade Arak Every Tuesday

Batchig is one those places I visit often and enjoy every time. A new idea has been introduced at this Armenian modern hot spot in A

July 19, 2014 | Restaurants | Dbayeh

Nonna's Delectable Pizza now in Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

Italian Food | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 17, 2014

Italian Food

Nonna's Delectable Pizza now in Dbayeh (Restaurant Closed)

I wanted to go back to Nonna, a pizza place I discovered almost a year ago down in Achrafieh. Thankfully they are now closer to home as they recently started serving their thin, generous

July 17, 2014 | Pizza | Dbayeh

Babel: Where Every Detail is Mastered to Perfection

Lebanese/Middle Eastern | Dbayeh Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Mount Lebanon

July 07, 2014

Lebanese/Middle Eastern

Babel: Where Every Detail is Mastered to Perfection

Babel, located on the Dbayeh highway, is a restaurant you won’t be able to miss while driving along the road. A huge yellow stone temple with its big facade and high rotating sign…

July 07, 2014 | Recommended | Dbayeh

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