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Modern Middle Eastern Cuisine  - Bar Beirut, Canberra, AU-ACT

Bar Beirut

4.7
4.7
60 Reviews
$41 to $100
Middle Eastern

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2 people
10:30 pm
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Named one of the nation's top cocktail bars by The Australian (2023), Canberra's Favourite Middle Eastern Restaurant (2021, 22, 23 & 24) and Best Cocktail Lounge and Small Bar (2022, 23 & 24), indulge in daring dishes, top-self cocktails, eclectic beats, and captivating belly dance and burlesque performances.

Nine-to-fivers, local poppers-in, out-of-towners, clocked-off hospo workers, and anyone who knows a good cocktail and bite to eat is knocking on the door from 5pm ‘til late. The vibe is charged with electricity, laughter, and love; everyone is here for the fun.

Whether you’re bringing the whole family to feast, a group to celebrate, a partner to spoil on a date night, or you just want to nibble, drink and ponder the world as you bop your head by yourself into the early hours, the welcome at Bar Beirut is as warm after midnight as it is just before sunset.

Yalla habibi!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (02) 5114 3545
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    SMALL CELEBRATIONS: $69pp sit down, set menu for up to 30 guests.SIT DOWN, PRIVATE PARTY: set menu for up to 50 guests with optional beverage pairings or bar tab.*COCKTAIL PARTY: canapés and cocktails for up to 65 guests with bar tab.*Ask us about adding belly dance and burlesque performances for a truly memorable celebration.
  • Area
    Canberra City
  • Cross Street
    Find us at the Bunda Street end of Garema Place.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Free Flowing Sips + Beirut Set Menu $89pp

    $89.00 per person

    12 Nov 2024 - 19 Dec 2024
    Available Tuesday to Thursday, our Off-Peak Party Series will see you and your crew enjoy seven signature dishes PLUS 90 minutes of free-flowing sips of our best-selling cocktail the Yuzumi, sparkling wine, and Almaza Pilsner - for $89 per person. Minimum two people. Split payment accepted. Available only via online bookings. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free alternatives are offered. Responsible Service of Alcohol applies. Guests are limited to one drink at a time. Consume responsibility.
    Free Flowing Sips + Beirut Set Menu $89pp photo
  • Taste of Beirut Set Menu

    $69.00 per person

    2 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    A shared banquet of Bar Beirut's signature hits. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diners accommodated.
    Taste of Beirut Set Menu photo
  • Belly Dance + Dinner

    Multiple dates available
    Get your favourites together and join us for a mesmerising belly dance performance every weekend at Bar Beirut. Nosh on delicious modern Middle Eastern delights, as you shimmy your way into the night. Groups of six or more are required to dine on our gorgeous set menu.
    Belly Dance + Dinner photo

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Canberra

    Best Overall

  • Canberra

    Best Food

  • Canberra

    Best Service

  • Canberra

    Best Ambience

  • Canberra

    Best Value

  • Canberra

    Good for groups

  • Canberra

    Healthy

  • Canberra

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Canberra

    Good for special occasions

  • Canberra

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Canberra

    Lively

  • Inner North

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Beirut offers a vibrant Middle Eastern dining experience with "high quality food, excellent service," and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the "exceptional staff" and entertaining belly dancing performances. While some note the music can be loud, the overall ambiance, delicious dishes like lamb shank and kingfish, and attentive service make it a Canberra gem. Highly recommended for a lively night out.

60 Reviews
  1. Annette

    Sunshine Coast

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The venue seemed fine however they placed 6 adults and a table that had high chairs you usual sit at a bar on and the table only comfortably fitted 4 adults. We stayed for a drink, which were very nice, and left. We were told we should have said in the notes when booking that we didn’t want to sit there but as we hadn’t been there before, the only option for sitting on the booking was inside or out. The menu looked good and we are interested in coming back to try the food.

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  2. Cody

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service at Beirut bar is second to none. The food is incredible. The cocktails are mouthwatering. Truely memorable evening, wonderful ambiance, beautiful food, drinks and people. At BeirutBar you’re part of the family and your certainly feel that way.

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  3. Rebecca

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went on a Friday. Light for birthday drinks, set seafood menu and amazing music and service. We will go back.

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  4. Natalie

    Buckinghamshire

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing night. Super staff and the belly dancer was a highlight. The food was excellent. Great night. Highly recommend

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  5. Jacky

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a beautiful birthday evening at this great bar!! The Lebanese banquet was very tasty and filling!! Soumi is a wonderful host and always engaging, happy and welcoming!! A great little spot in Canberra!!

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  6. Katherine

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Generous servings of delicious food. Tasty cocktails. Friendly staff. Great entertainment.

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  7. Janinne

    Canberra

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food never disappoints. My other guests were first time diners and they were very complementary. I imagine they will be going again.

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  8. Graeme

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went as party of 5 from interstate. Discovered Bar Beirut on line. What an absolute gem! We went on a Friday night and all tables were occupied but we didn't feel crowded. Each of us ordered something different and all agreed that the food, ambience and friendly staff made this the best dining experience we could remember. Oh, and the belly dancer provided great entertainment! A big thank you to owner, Soumi, who took the time to come and speak to us (and other patrons) and regale us with his interesting life story. Will definitely go back if in Canberra again.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is exceptional and the food amazing. My favourite place to dine

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  10. RachelJ

    Gold Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food service and atmosphere. Tucked away but a must to seek out

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FAQs

Bar Beirut is rated 4.7 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
10:30 pm
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bar Beirut

25 Garema Pl, Canberra, AU-ACT 2601

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Find us at the Bunda Street end of Garema Place.
  • Area
    Canberra City
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (02) 5114 3545
  • Private party facilities
    SMALL CELEBRATIONS: $69pp sit down, set menu for up to 30 guests.SIT DOWN, PRIVATE PARTY: set menu for up to 50 guests with optional beverage pairings or bar tab.*COCKTAIL PARTY: canapés and cocktails for up to 65 guests with bar tab.*Ask us about adding belly dance and burlesque performances for a truly memorable celebration.
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