Meat the Fish
Saifi Village, Beirut
Restaurant in Beirut, Lebanon
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Meat the Fish when you want an easy Saifi Village meal that feels more polished than a purely casual stop, without turning dinner into a major reservation project. It is strongest for pairs or small groups staying central; for a bigger Beirut dining occasion, compare it with Burgundy or Clap first.
About Meat the Fish
Meat the Fish is a Beirut venue with planning details: it is open daily from 9 AM to 11 PM, and the dress code is casual. Beyond those basics, specific claims about cuisine, menu format, seating, prices, service style, reservations, or special services are not confirmed here, so the safest way to plan is to verify those details directly before you go.
Choose it for a casual Beirut stop with confirmed daily hours
Meat the Fish is easiest to consider when you want a Beirut venue with broad daily hours rather than a place defined here by a specific cuisine, chef, menu, or occasion format. The confirmed schedule runs Monday through Sunday from 9 AM to 11 PM, which gives it useful flexibility for different parts of the day.
Keep expectations simple: the dress code is casual, and no specific price point, dish, dining format, seating arrangement, or dietary accommodation is confirmed in the available information. For a broader city plan, the full Beirut restaurants guide is a useful starting point.
Use it as one Beirut option among other named choices
If you are comparing where to eat, consider Meat the Fish alongside Buco, Burgundy, Clap, M. Sahyoun Falafel, or O Monot Restaurant. The right choice depends on the details you confirm directly, such as availability, menu, setting, and the type of visit you want.
Build the rest of the itinerary around confirmed logistics rather than assumptions. Beirut hotels and the Beirut bars guide can help shape the wider plan around a stop at Meat the Fish.
Planning details
- Location
- Marea، Saifi Village Mkhallissiye Street Faqra Club, Kferdebian, Beirut, Lebanon
- Website
- meatthefish.com
- Phone
- +9611993606
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Meat the Fish presents a considered surf‑and‑turf proposition that reads as an ambitious, design‑minded destination. It operates in two distinct Beirut registers — Saifi Village’s reclaimed‑stone, pedestrian lanes and the mountain resort atmosphere of Faqra Club — and the dual geography underscores a polished, modern sensibility. The writing positions the menu as thoughtful rather than transactional, aligning the kitchen’s approach with international examples of restaurants that give equal rigour to both fish and meat. The result is a sophisticated, elegant presence that appeals to diners who prize design, technique and a quieter, scenic dining setting.
Best For
The concept suits evenings where the meal matters: date nights, business dinners and special occasions all fit the bill, thanks to an elevated surf‑and‑turf philosophy and a clearly articulated ambition. Its two addresses — a design‑forward Saifi Village site and a mountain resort outpost at Faqra Club — make it flexible for both weekday urban dinners and weekend getaway meals. The format also retains approachable elements (it is listed alongside brunch and casual hangout options), so it can accommodate a range of visits while leaning toward refined, intentional dining experiences.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu with the surf‑and‑turf premise in mind and sample across both proteins to understand the kitchen’s comparative technique. The venue’s signature items — the Tuna Sandwich, Gravlax Avocado on Toast and beef tatare — are useful reference points for the kitchen’s style and seasoning. For a representative meal, include at least one fish and one meat item to experience how the pairing functions as a menu philosophy. Given the restaurant’s emphasis on ambition and balance, ordering with variety in mind reveals the concept’s strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and inviting with communal seating, crates as outdoor chairs, and a market-like display of fresh fish on ice.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Tuna Sandwich
- Gravlax Avocado on Toast
- beef tatare
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Marea، Saifi Village Mkhallissiye Street Faqra Club, Kferdebian, Beirut, Lebanon
Planning details
Location
Marea، Saifi Village Mkhallissiye Street Faqra Club, Kferdebian, Beirut, Lebanon · Directions
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Buco and Meat the Fish sit in the more flexible end of the Beirut dining set: useful when convenience and a relaxed room matter more than ceremony. Choose Meat the Fish if Saifi Village fits the day; choose Buco if its location works better for the group.
Burgundy is the stronger choice for a special-occasion dinner, while Clap is the better pick when the group wants a louder, more social night. Meat the Fish is easier to place into a mixed itinerary because it does not need to be the whole point of the evening.
O Monot Restaurant is the more hotel-adjacent option, useful when staying nearby or planning around a polished hospitality setting. M. Sahyoun Falafel is the value-driven counterpoint: skip the sit-down format entirely if the goal is a fast Beirut food stop rather than a full meal.
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Compare Meat the Fish
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Meat the Fish | Beirut | No published awards |
| Buco | Beirut | 2026 Mena's 50 Best Restaurants · #39 |
| Burgundy | Beirut | No published awards |
| O Monot Restaurant | Beirut | No published awards |
| Clap | Beirut | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #374Gault & Millau UAE 2026 - Selected Restaurant2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| M. Sahyoun Falafel | Beirut | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Meat the Fish?
The hours are daily from 9 AM to 11 PM, so the venue may fit different parts of the day. Specific lunch or dinner offerings are not confirmed here, so check directly before planning around a particular service.
What are alternatives to Meat the Fish in Beirut?
Other named options to compare include Buco, Burgundy, Clap, M. Sahyoun Falafel, and O Monot Restaurant. Confirm current menus, availability, and fit directly before choosing.
Is Meat the Fish good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, but no specific occasion format is confirmed. If you are planning something important, confirm the setting, menu, and availability directly before deciding.
