BEYt Mar Mikhael — Restaurant in Rmeil

We went to Beyt Cafe in Gemmayze for brunch on a Saturday morning at 11 am and found two open tables outside. The place looks like an old Lebanese house with a small garden-like terrace. It's a nice break from city noise, especially if you like sipping coffee surrounded by greenery.

We ordered espresso, americano, cappuccino, and lemonade. The first three were tasty, but the lemonade was pretty basic. For food, we got a ham and cheese omelette (a bit too salty), a good mushroom omelette, and a vegetable omelette that needed more salt and flavor. We also ordered a labneh dish with veggies on the side.

The prices were okay, and we paid around $43 for everything. The service was a bit slow. We had to go inside each time we needed the waiter, but at least the food came on time. We gave the ambiance a 4/5 because it's a charming place. For food, we rated it 3/5 – good but could be tastier. Service got a 3/5 too.

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I saw this venue on a vlog and excited to visit. My experience was terrible. The whole time we were there the 2 staff members were whispering to each other, looking at us and laughing. Have never felt so uncomfortable. They didnt try to hide the fact they were talking and laughing at us. As our order was taken, we were told our order was weird and they frowned at us because we wanted toast with some veggies (vegan dietary requirement). 5 minutes after ordering they changed to the lunch menu which provided lots of vegan options...something they could have advised rather than be labelled weird.

Needless to say i wont come back. I walked away feeling embarrassed and very angry. Such a shame as the place has...

I’ve been to Beyt Café in Beirut a couple of times, and it’s such a lovely spot. The place is quiet and the staff are super friendly. One time a neighbor’s cat visited the house, and it totally made my day! The café is in an authentic Lebanese house, which makes having a cup of coffee there feel like you’re at your grandma’s place. You can sit inside the cozy rooms, on the balcony, or in the garden and honestly each spot has its own charm. They also have a kitchen where you can buy handmade food. I got a jar of olives which was a bit pricey, but I really liked it. It’s a great experience and definitely...