Best Lebanese Sweets in Beirut

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One of the most prestigious names in Lebanese sweets. Their knafeh is refined, uses premium cheese, and is widely considered one of the best 'grand' versions in the city. — various

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9:00 AM; for the freshest morning batch.

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A favorite for its value and reliability. Their knafeh is hearty and they are known for their generous syrup portions and soft, fresh kaakeh bread. — various

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8:00 AM.

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A specialized shop in the Armenian quarter that focuses on traditional nut-based sweets and is a favorite for local residents. — Bourj Hammoud

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Morning.

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A Hamra favorite, known for their traditional preparation and the perfect golden-brown crust of their semolina topping. — Hamra

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9:00 AM.

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A trendy spot that offers high-quality traditional sweets alongside modern interpretations of Lebanese pastries for the neighborhood's professional crowd. — Badaro

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Afternoon.

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While famous for ice cream, they are surrounded by small neighborhood spots where a quick plate of hummus and a beer is the quintessential Achrafieh lunch. — Achrafieh

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11:00 AM.

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A historic name in Lebanese sweets, providing a very high standard of quality for over a century to the city's elite families. — various

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Afternoon.

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A high-end sweets house that is particularly famous for its 'Mloukiyya'—a massive and luxurious assortment of their finest Baklawa and nut-based pastries. — various

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Evening.

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A high-end pastry institution with a long history. Their knafeh is exceptionally consistent and they are famous for their perfect orange-blossom syrup balance. — various

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10:00 AM.

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A massive and high-energy pastry house. Their knafeh is the definitive Beiruti morning fix, served in a warm sesame kaakeh that is always fresh. — various

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8:30 AM.

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A neighborhood gem in Achrafieh, providing a high-quality morning fix to the local professional crowd. — Achrafieh

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8:30 AM.

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Not a traditional furnace, but their Saj manakish made by village women at the market is the most authentic rural taste in the city. — Mar Mikhael

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Saturday morning.

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A historic spot that has served the city's port workers and residents for decades, offering a rustic and extremely authentic taste of traditional sweets. — near the port

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Morning.

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The Armenian quarter is famous for its unique versions of traditional sweets, often using more intense spice profiles and different nut combinations. — Bourj Hammoud

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Morning.

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While originally from Tripoli, their Beirut branches serve some of the most refined and high-quality knafeh in the city, favored by those who want a premium experience. — various

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9:30 AM.

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