Board Game Cafés in Lebanon: Where to Play and What to Order
AdvisorLB Team
If you've never tried Catan, Wingspan, or Codenames in a Beirut café full of fellow gamers, you're missing one of the city's quieter delights. The format works well for groups of 2–8.
How it works
- Pay a flat fee per person (often LBP/USD-equivalent per hour) for unlimited game access.
- Order food and drinks separately from the regular café menu.
- Staff (sometimes called game masters) help you pick a game and teach the rules.
Games to try first
- Codenames — fast, fun in groups of 4–8.
- Catan — classic strategy, 3–4 players.
- Ticket to Ride — beginner-friendly, 2–5 players.
- 7 Wonders — quick, scales 3–7 players.
- Splendor — elegant short game, 2–4 players.
Tips
- Reserve on weekends — popular cafés fill up by 8 PM.
- Tell staff your group's vibe (chill, competitive, kids, first-timers) for the best pick.
- Avoid drinks that risk spilling on cards. Coffee mugs > full plates.