Best Manakish in Beirut

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The ultimate 'on-the-go' manakish, served wrapped in paper to be eaten while walking the busy Hamra sidewalks. — Hamra

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Anytime.

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The most famous street food brand in Lebanon. Their cheese manakish is legendary for its stretch and generous portion. — Hamra

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1:00 AM; it's a 24/7 institution.

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Primarily an Armenian-Lebanese bistro, their mini-manakish as part of a mezze are outstandingly authentic and flavorful. — Mar Mikhael

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1:30 PM.

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A high-turnover neighborhood spot where the cheese is always bubbling and the crust is perfectly blistered. — Achrafieh

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8:30 AM.

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A family-run spot in the trendy Badaro district, known for their exceptionally light and crispy zaatar manakish. — Badaro

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9:00 AM.

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Famous for the Armenian version (Lahmajine). Their dough is incredibly thin and the meat topping is perfectly spiced with pomegranate molasses. — Zokak el Blat

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9:00 AM.

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A legendary neighborhood furnace that has survived generations. Their 'zaatar extra' is the gold standard for many Beirutis. — Gemmayzeh

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8:30 AM; for the freshest batch of morning zaatar.

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A modern take on the neighborhood furn, known for using high-quality olive oil and artisanal zaatar blends. — Achrafieh

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8:00 AM.

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A modern food court setting that features an artisanal furnace using organic flour and heritage zaatar. — Dbayeh

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11:00 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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The place to go for Lahm Bi Ajeen in the Armenian quarter; the meat is hand-ground and the spice level is perfectly balanced. — Bourj Hammoud

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10:30 AM.

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The 'modern' face of manakish. While a chain, their quality control is high and their 'Famous Chicken' wrap on manakish dough is a must-try. — various

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10:30 AM; for a clean, modern breakfast.

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While famous for chicken skewers, their 'Tawouk on Manakish' is a definitive student meal that merges two Lebanese icons. — various

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11:00 AM.

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A favorite for locals and the creative crowd; their dough is exceptionally soft and their cheese blends are generous. — Mar Mikhael

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7:30 AM.

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A no-name neighborhood favorite where the scent of wood-fire smoke is the only advertisement they need. — Gemmayzeh

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Early morning.

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