Very bad serviceManger dont know the menu , zero knowledge about the menu servingsWaiter removed my double esperso while the cup still fullWe oreded goat cheese labneh with avocado we got the normal labnehOrdered mushroom cheese omelet, we received mushroom omelet with NO CheeseAgain waiter removed the cutliers and he didnt bring a new one, I had to to call the waiter many times to get new cutliers.In addition to that , we sit on the table for 10 min , none has approached us even to offer the menu , I had to go and bring the menu by myself .
Welcoming team, great food & service, very agreable outdoor ad indoor set-up
As usual i adore this rustic cozy place , fresh bread is amazing , pastry , desert , and their large menu . The almond and chocolate croissant is fantastic , all the bread is freshly served every time . Tarte au pomme is delicious . The prices are reasonable, the ambience , the staff is always smiling , they are so professional and friendly . I Highly recommended Paul restaurant.
Best breakfast in Zaituna Bay
One of the best French café in the city, cozy perfect for studying reading a book business interviews and meeting with friends.chiken ceaser sandwich is one of the best options they have. and for breakfast they have the best signature omelets.for deserts all the types of tartes are amazing.and the LATTE tastes great.the 5 stars are for the words said above but my last 2 experiences deserve 1 star👎⚠️ONE BIG MAJOR PROBLEM that they have flieS and i insist on the S because each time i go i spot 3 or 4 flying on the tarte and cakes and all the goodies in the fridge;and if you give a complaint or tell the staff or the cashier they say yes it s because the door is always opening and closing what can we do..?well most of the restaurants and pastry shops have doors i guess and they open and close as well so what an unprofessional cause to give to a client. i keep going for the coffee or fresh made sandwiches but i never buy sweets again.you can clearly spot the flies in the pictures below the small ones in December the big ones in march
Noisy outdoor seating for its near the traffic area and very hot during summer days. Good service nothing special. As well as for the coffee its good.
Excellent service and excellent food and coffee. Only issue is the major disturbance from its location at a main intersection... it would be advisable to put a barrier around, obviously not just a concrete wall but, a wall-garden for example :)
Amazing French onion soup. Perfect for a cold winter day.
Really seems you need to beg for serviceThis is the second time I visit and it’s as horrible as the first timeThe first time 2 waiters sitting and chatting, to into the talk to notice me waving , then table next to them asks for something they both go to punch it in , I got up and asked them for service and if it really needs 2 to take an orderToday I am waiting and waiting and when she sees me, waves off her hand at me and goes to the next table but I did manage to ask for the bill :/For a restaurant in an upscale area and a good name one would expect better service , I guess I am wrong
My opinion is really mitigated about this place, its about this problem they have to always ask you if you want to take away your sandwich or just have it seated at the pastry, it really pisses me off that in Lebanon only and mainly in arabic country if you wanna have a seat to eat your humble ham and cheese sandwich, they add a piece of lettuce aside and serve it to you as if they were serving a gastronomic meal doubling its price, while you can find Paul with much more friendly and simple stuff in most trainstations in paris as a kiosk serving sandwiches and thats it, seated or not seated its your problem.Anyway the bread is nice, pastries as well.... for god sake keep it in mind please youre a good pastry dont act as a Michelin with your clients.
Worse the before
A bit too noisy but overall the experience is great. The food is very good and the service is great
Very nice breakfast, Service not up to the standard of the place :);
In love with this joint . Their almond and chocolate croissant are absolutely delicious and freshly served every time . Their tarts are delicious as well. The prices are reasonable, the ambience is beautiful and the staff is highly professional and friendly too. Highly recommended restaurant.
Very convenient location. The terrace is breath taking. The quality is fresh with Ana excellent variety of options. The staff is welcoming a warm place in the heart of Beirut
Great location. Excellent bread and cakes. Great staff.
Paul is a restaurant, a cafe, a gathering place and a wonderful symbol of downtown Beirut. It has become a landmark in Gemmayze. It serves all kinds of dishes in addition to bakery and pastry products. It has a small terrace decorated with a fountain and surrounded by a tiny garden. It is a perfect meeting point any time of the day
Cozy and nice atmosphere. The dessert selection is tasty and the waiters are very nice. Sitting outside is lovely if the weather is nice. Its a good place for quick meetings, a good breakfast or some afternoon tea.
The special breakfast at Paul is the perfect start for the day. Bread with cheese is not to be missed, tasty and not expensive. I usually order milk instead of coffee and I recommend their milk its so fresh.
The best since 1889 👌
One of the dearest pastry places and chains to MT heart. The breakfast items are awesome and everything is always served fresh and hot . The prices are reasonable and the ambiance is so calm and peaceful . Highly recommended to anyone seeking a lovely dining experience.
Chocolate almond croissant & zaatar bun & coffee so good
Best Bread in Lebanon including one of the best breakfast.
I have said it before .. this one is about location .. good for a nice coffee or tea.. too much bread ..
Very good place for gathering. Plastic tea bags!
Great Sunday brunch with family friends or individual meal
The food is original and so tasty. The serving is good. And personnel are so welcoming. I liked it. And would return again.
Good food, great bread (bakery)
Best lemonade EVER!! Fresh mint & crushed ice, like a virgin mojito. Nice terrace, completely hidden and quiet though situated at a very crowded crossing.
Lovely place tasty food
Great ognion soup ...and one of the best breads in town
Beautiful garden for an enjoyable break, i ve been here many times, and different times per day and was never deceived.I have tried their salmon platter, and different salads, all made with very fresh ingredients and generous portions.i also like having the morning coffee where you can relax and spend quality time with friends.
I like studying here and working. Worth the visit. Make sure to try out their almond croissants. 🤤
Great place. Perfectly located. Good coffee and croissant. Good choice for lunch too. Enjoy.
Perfect meeting of eating at all times
Nice spot at the beginning of Gemmayze with different food and beverage options. Salads are top. Another favorite is the cheese platter with which you can request your favorite bread.Paul in Lebanon unlike London or Paris is considered a more upscale place. As a result the prices are about double what I experienced in London.Two of my favorite places to sit at this Paul location include the greenhouse on a rainy day and the outside patio on a cool evening. If you visit make sure to not miss a hidden historical element in the form of remnants of the old Beirut city wall laying at the edge of the patio.
You can come here to study, work, have a meeting, or a date. Excellent service and good food. Inside and outside (can be loud) seating. Great place all around.
Perfect for breakfast and Lunch
A mixture of continental and Lebanese restaurant and variety of drinks. Cozy indoor and outdoor seats. Food is great and the service as well. Diverted menu with generous portions. Friendly and smiley staff.All in all, food is delicious, tasty and healthy. The prices are a bit high. Strongly recommended.
Great place for coffee and pastries
Great 👍 breakfast 🍳 at PaulThe formula are fear enoughThe bread 🥖 are great 👍 and the egg 🍳 is specialThere outdoor seating are amazing 😉Also the staff are friendly and nice and helpfulYou feel that you are in your house 🏠If you like the jam it’s also greatThe cerwasoun is delicious 😋Breakfast is great thanks for them
Breakfast there is definitely one of the best at BeirutClassy and cozy interiorFriendly and well trained waitersUsually very crowdedMake sure to try their jam collection.
Love Paul and always will. Be it for a basic snack or just to eat lunch. They got it all. From deserts to main dishes.
Largest Paul bakery in the country.A bit too big to my taste.Had a great caramel ice cream
Best bread you will ever eat!
Great place to rest after Revolution...
Nice spot to get a basket of croissant and a coffee. It opens a little late for my taste.
Food was excellent. Service was good and quick. There is free Wifi and a nice ambience. Only troubles were the high prices and the old toilets.
Food was great but for a friend of mine took 30 mins for a croissant and a fruit platter to come out other than that it was good
Beautiful and relaxing almost everything is perfect here.. Thanks everyone keep going 👍☕
We’ve tried Paul all over but what makes this place exceptional is the friendly staff and very attentive manager (a wonderful lady that was very helpful; sorry we didn’t catch your name). Great breakfast spot!
Lovely place
Best breakfast ever
A cute neat wonderful iconic restaurant.
Best sandwiches and eclair au chocolat in Lebanon. Good menu selection. Choice of sitting indoor or in garden. Spacious place. Combining features of restaurant, cafe and bakery. Good choice for any time of day.
The guy on (Downtown) so rude, we were asking about the caramel Pie, he was so rude and unpolite.If you as a management have a problem with certain nationality please let us know about it.discrimination is very bad practice on the F&B and hospitality industry.
Great breakfast there, the best croissant in town, but they should change their coffee cups, so not practical.
The Cakes are good and fresh. Keep it up
Good for early morning meetings and breakfast
The best...at Gemayzeh👍
Its a Very Good experience . But We enjoy Dubai mall branch more
Love it. Classy tasty and affordable
Very refined food and bakery with excellent sweet menu.
Love this bakery. Delicious desserts.
Great place for a snack or breakfast. Excellent bakery supplying one of the best French baguettes in Beirut.
Nice place
Always fresh food and coffee ... a good spot for nice sandwiches and pastries.
Delicious place but a bit overpriced ( for me at least)
Still a nice gathering spot in downtown Beirut although service has become slower and the cozy Chesterfield seats converted into cheap vinyl upholstery.
One of the best places to have your breakfast in. The food is very delicious.
More than a coffee shop, great French bakery and sweets. Professional staff and excellent service.
Chez Paul - Ghazir. Great staff and management. Pretty and cozy environment. Love the breakfast so much! The lunch/dinner menu is OK to good (it was better when you had steak with mushroom sauce) but there are better restaurants/price range for this type of menu. The coffee is the best! Your nearby coffee house (🌟bucks) has terrible coffee, I would always choose you over them!
Well located and excellent for early morning meetups. Croissant is recommended for a light meal.
Its funny that its supposed to be a pastry shop and their cakes/pastries are not even tasty. In general (Ive tasted several things) , pastries are tasteless, old, and flavors are not well balanced.
Tried the french onion soup.. But it came cold.. The service was good though
U can taste the best onion soupe ever
Its probably one of the best Paul Restaurants i have been to.
A very nice place to have breakfast or lunch. French style restaurant with diverse menu.
Fast service good food but the bread didnt feel so fresh which was against the places concept
Typical good Paul restaurant at a nice location
Paul as usual. Same ambiance across all outlets. Either you love it or you dont. I do.
Amazing service. Great healthy food. I really love this place.
Amazing Baguette, croissant, cheese and salads. Beautiful garden seating...But also all of Beirut snobbish wannabes, intelligentsia and silicone!
Excellent service and good food but very noisy..right by the main road.
- Address:Beirut, Lebanon
- Site:http://www.paul-bakeries.com/fr/
- Phone:+961 1 582 222
- French restaurant
- Coffee store
- Monday:8AM–11PM
- Tuesday:8AM–11PM
- Wednesday:8AM–11PM
- Thursday:8AM–11PM
- Friday:8AM–11PM
- Saturday:8AM–11PM
- Sunday:8AM–11PM
- Takeout:Yes
- Dine-in:Yes
- Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
- Wheelchair accessible restroom:No
- Wheelchair accessible seating:No
- Vegetarian options:Yes
- Casual:Yes
- Cozy:Yes
- Groups:Yes
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