Music & Nightlife

One of Beirut’s top spots, clubbers dance beneath the LED-lit latice work on the ceiling, and mirrors that adorn the walls. Coloured lasers span the room, turning the space incandescent.

A wine bar loc conveniently located at the end of the Uruguay street near the valet parking. They offer local and foreign wine, including a selection of charcuterie and cheese. The bar offers an indoor and outdoor space, including heaters and plastic covers during winter. They have a unique toilet, which is located inside a large wooden barrel.

Mickey’s bar offers a variety of drinks and catering for parties and events. This is a place for music lovers; reggae, Latino and afro-beats being the playlist at this shore side venue.

Created to promote live jazz and blues music by bringing the best of the NYC jazz club scene to Beirut, Mojo Jazz Club delights audiences with live music every night. While you listen to some groovy tunes, snack on a selection of appetizers, all named after famous jazz songs.

A velvety cocktail bar, built inside an old Lebanese house, Moloko’s resident DJ Amigo spins a mix of oldies and soft rock on Thursday nights with progressive tunes on Saturday nights. karaoke on Tuesdays and Fridays. BYOB Wednesdays! (They’ll even chill it for you).

In 2003 this former cinema was converted into a lavish, Cabaret-esque music hall that hosts local and foreign performers on its monumental stage. Beirut’s premiere live music stage will offer you an experience you’re not likely to forget.

A friendly, unpretentious place with a decent cocktail list; be sure to try the kiwi martini or the rotating cocktail of the week. The food is filling and the ‘name this sandwich’ - chorizo, cheese, mushrooms and BBQ sauce - comes highly recommended. Sun: live bands.

This two-floor pub always has a great playlis - a mix of classic and alternative rock, blues, and jazz. On Tuesdays at 8.30pm they host Alaa Mattar, a guitarist and singer.

The dark black interior of Nostrum might be lacking in character but it’s worth stopping by for the varied menu. Try the quesadillas, the traditional spicy sausages or seafood with chemoula. Tuesdays are open beer and nachos night(LL25,000), Wednesdays Latin music night with open sangria or beer & quesadillas (LL30,000), Thursdays DJ and Sundays movie then jazz night.

Out of the city, past the pollution you will find the peaceful town of Broumana. However, you will also find a cave-like bar with a killer line-up of bands and events. This funky watering hole not only attracts the locals, but the crowds come from Beirut and afar to check out the sounds. If you are looking for a trip out of the city, this is an attractive proposition.

Acoustic nights, French music, live bands, alternative rock – this place mixes up the music, creating a fun atmosphere that will keep you coming back night after night. Thur (every second of the month): ‘80s night, Wed: karaoke.

Harking back to the beginning of the 20th century, Palais returns to the days of the sophisticate with an interior that’s straight from the dancehall of the HMS Titanic – before hitting the iceberg of course. With elegant chandeliers and crocodile skin sofas, the room has a champagne glow that whispers refinement.

One of the leading clubs in Paris lands in Beirut with the opening of this refined new hotspot. Their special dancing team and musical shows will keep you on your feet all night long, with plenty of seasonal and exotic cocktails and shots to enhance your groove.

Offers an international cuisine and a mouth-watering selection of desserts. They also serve speciality cocktails from the '60s and '70s. Located in the heart of Hamra, the interior is stylish and chic extending three floors. Music varies between jazz, pop, rock, hip hop and RnB.

Pasteur is a happening venue known to host some of the hottest parties in Gemmayzeh. Open mid-week and on weekends, there is always something going on for everyone, from art exhibitions to clubbing nights. Pasteur is situated in an old traditional Lebanese house with beautiful colours and interior. The inside boasts two large interior sections with funky old furniture that has been re-updated and designed.Wed: live acoustic bands, Thur: chill-out nights featuring lounge music, Fri & Sat: clubbing nights.

Indoors on the 6th floor, this bar has just undergone a renovation. Pop in and enjoy the beautiful views of the city.