Batroun is overflowing with options to satiate anyone's appetite! Whether it's dinner, snacks/streetfood, or drinks, here are some of our favorites:

Eating:

La Marin: Fresh Lebanese seafood and mezze literally ON the ocean! Le marin serves up all the traditional Lebanese seafood staples, with the most extensive menu of the lot, however it's the seating that's worth coming for. They have a large summer terrace that is actually built into the sea. Reserve in advance and be sure to get a table as close to the edge as possible! The fried lady fingers (fish) here are particularly yummy.

Bistr'eau: A quiet seafood and mediterranean restaurant with a welcomed twist. This spot overlooking the marina promises a great culinary experience under old stone arcades with a beautiful view. It offers up the traditional Lebanese fair and the not so traditional (think baked camembert, prawns wrapped in crunchy vermicelli, fresh salads, and even a Liege waffle!). It's a little on the upscale side as it's attached to the L'auberge de la Mar hotel. most of the seating is indoor, however they have a terrace with a couple of tables. Nab one of these if you can!

Chez Maguy: A family run Lebanese seafood and mezze spot in a lovely old villa overlooking the sea, but with a quirky bohemian, colorful atmosphere. The floor os kinda slanted and everything is mismatching, but it works! Service is hit and miss (don't come hangry), but it's worth going for the cute summer vibes. The seafood is fresh and beer is cold.

Oysters: Another family run business perched in the corner of the marina overlooking the 5000 year old Phoenician wall, but its got more of a beach shack vibe. The menu is written on a chalkboard, but the boys will help you decide what to eat. The seafood is fresh with some more creative plating (think fried calamari served in big shells). Dad goes fishing, mum cooks the catch, kids are your waiters... tick tick tick.

Rays: Get alllll the chilled out vibes here! Ray's is located right in front of a the small free beach, and has a few benches outside. Most people come here for a drink and a bite to eat, however they have a whole saj section on their menu, and open early for breakfast. If you like people watching and looking out at the sea, this is a good place to be.

Snacking/Street food:

Hilmi's Lemonade: Did you know Batroun is famous for its Lemonade? That's because the Lemons here are pressed together, and mixed with sugar, before a little orange blossom water is added. Batroun has two major Lemonade hotspots. Hilmi's famous lemonade is now sold from a roadside stall by the highway 7km south of central Batroun. As well as the straight-up version, there are numerous quirky versions, cocktails, sundaes and low-cal manifestations of the stuff, which is undeniably delicious on a hot day.

Limonade Tony Daou: The minty fresh Lemonade here is one of Baton's specialities, and is on the main street of the town. Let us know which one you prefer!

Kitchen by Georges Maalouf: This little hidden gem is a great place to grab some fresh seafood wraps, (think shrimp sandwiches), and batata harra (Spicy cubed potatoes). It's humble, small, and cheap, and you may have to mime out what you want to eat. But it's good. Menu (if there even is one) is on a chalkboard.

Abou André: Your one stop shop for crispy falafel straight out the fryer! Grab a sandwich or a platter with all the trimmings to go, or dine in at one of the few tables they have. Abou André has become a chain, however their logo is still written in arabic, so you may have to ask around, or check on google maps. A platter of falafel usually comes in half dozens or one dozen. You should always get tahini, a plate of pickles (the pink ones and some chilis are the best!), and some arabic bread, along with some tomatoes, some mint, and some radishes. They also have fried eggs on the menu, along with a few other great breakfast foods like Fatteh, Hommos Balila, Foul, and different variations of homous, so it's not a bad idea to come here for brunch!

Raft Hallab 1881: The iconic Raft Hallab has been serving up Lebanese desserts in the region since, you guessed it, 1881, with it's sister chain in Byblos being their flagship shop. They have a very extensive menu of all things sweet, so it's a great way to taste a little bit of everything and decide what you like! They also do a mean Knafeh, with both cheese and Kashta. Try to go in the morning or early afternoon, and let us know what your favorite is!

Patisserie RIM: A delightful small spot to grab some local baklava, traditional ice cream (in the classic square cone!), and Lemonade to take with you to the beach, or nibble on while you roam the town. Not for dine in. It's got that nice, local, home made feeling to it.

Drinking:

Colonel Beer: For all of our beer lovers out there, this local microbrewery is a gem on the outskirts of Batroun! Just drinking in front of the beautiful brass beer brewing equipment is enough to quench anyone's thirst. The terrace is made of crate furniture and the vibes are as relaxed as they come. Only good vibes here. We highly recommend booking in advance as it gets packed in the summer. Not recommended for dinner, just drinks.

Barrio 67: A brand new pub/bar a few steps away from Villa Paradiso. The interior is just lovely, and the staff are great. They have a great cocktail list too! Come for a pre drink, a post drink, or just to cool off on a particularly hot summer day. The food menu is more on the european side. Last I checked, they plan expanding their menu to include breakfast. Probably not Lebanese.

Titans Batroun: There's a reason why we chose Titan's for our welcome drink! It's Greece meets Lebanon at this blue and white themed seafront lounge. This is THE place to watch the sunset over drinks, with the best view in the whole of Batroun.