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6 Italian Spots In Beirut To Enjoy During Italian Week
World Week of Italian Cuisine is finally here, and it was one of the few things to look forward to this year.
This unique event should be done right, and the only way to celebrate is with a week full of scrumptious pizzas and delicious pastas from Beirut’s best Italian spots.
Check them out and add your own recommendations!
1. Mario e Mario
An Italian gem in the heart of Achrafieh, Mario e Mario is situated in a beautiful yellow house with a gorgeous interior and stunning terrace. The owner, Mario, says it has been a dream of his to open a little restaurant with traditional home-cooked Italian food ever since he was a little boy, and we’re so glad he came through.
2. Appetito Trattoria
With more than one splendid location, Appetito Trattoria is an Italian heaven. The cozy restaurant boasts a mouthwatering menu of Italian classics that will keep you coming back for more. One bite into their delectable pizzas and pastas will send you on a flavorsome journey to Italy, so enjoy the experience!
3. Bavaglino
A hidden gem at the very top of the St. Nicolas stairs, this Italian spot will charm your pants off. Their purely Italian menu boasts favorites like the canneloni, spaghetti carbonara, pizzas, risottos, veal milanese, and so much more! Cute, charming, dimly lit, and perfectly Italian, Bavaglino is the ideal spot to celebrate Italian week.
4. Tavolina
Located in the heart of Mar Mikhael, Tavolina is a staple for wholesome Italian cuisine. Here you’ll find traditional and exquisite specialties served in a warm and comfortable setting. Indulge in oven cooked pizzas, hearty pastas, and up to par risottos while you sip on some sterling wine. Splendido!
5. Gavi
One of the trendiest Italian restaurants in Beirut, Gavi is a must-visit. Aside from their refined menu, Gavi serves an authentic Italian experience – elegance in a plate, as they say. Make sure you leave room for dessert and sample a selection of their sweet specialties for the ultimate Italian celebration.
6. L’Osteria
A very Italian wine and cheese bar, L’Osteria always has the perfect Italian antipasto to settle your cravings. The inside of the quaint spot is all about the stone walls and arches, and the exterior is that of a simple trattoria with a few tables and chairs outside. One foot into this spot and you’ll transported to Italian territory.
This unique event should be done right, and the only way to celebrate is with a week full of scrumptious pizzas and delicious pastas from Beirut’s best Italian spots.
Check them out and add your own recommendations!
1. Mario e Mario
An Italian gem in the heart of Achrafieh, Mario e Mario is situated in a beautiful yellow house with a gorgeous interior and stunning terrace. The owner, Mario, says it has been a dream of his to open a little restaurant with traditional home-cooked Italian food ever since he was a little boy, and we’re so glad he came through.
2. Appetito Trattoria
With more than one splendid location, Appetito Trattoria is an Italian heaven. The cozy restaurant boasts a mouthwatering menu of Italian classics that will keep you coming back for more. One bite into their delectable pizzas and pastas will send you on a flavorsome journey to Italy, so enjoy the experience!
3. Bavaglino
A hidden gem at the very top of the St. Nicolas stairs, this Italian spot will charm your pants off. Their purely Italian menu boasts favorites like the canneloni, spaghetti carbonara, pizzas, risottos, veal milanese, and so much more! Cute, charming, dimly lit, and perfectly Italian, Bavaglino is the ideal spot to celebrate Italian week.
4. Tavolina
Located in the heart of Mar Mikhael, Tavolina is a staple for wholesome Italian cuisine. Here you’ll find traditional and exquisite specialties served in a warm and comfortable setting. Indulge in oven cooked pizzas, hearty pastas, and up to par risottos while you sip on some sterling wine. Splendido!
5. Gavi
One of the trendiest Italian restaurants in Beirut, Gavi is a must-visit. Aside from their refined menu, Gavi serves an authentic Italian experience – elegance in a plate, as they say. Make sure you leave room for dessert and sample a selection of their sweet specialties for the ultimate Italian celebration.
6. L’Osteria
A very Italian wine and cheese bar, L’Osteria always has the perfect Italian antipasto to settle your cravings. The inside of the quaint spot is all about the stone walls and arches, and the exterior is that of a simple trattoria with a few tables and chairs outside. One foot into this spot and you’ll transported to Italian territory.
