House of Butlers

House of Butlers brings together a liquor shop and cocktail bar on Rue Pasteur in Gemmayze, giving Beirut’s nightlife scene a venue shaped by the atmosphere of London’s late-century private clubs. Its character is social and polished, with the drinks programme placed at the centre of the experience and the setting designed for lingering over conversation.

The bar focuses on cocktails made with care, balancing established techniques with a more inventive approach. The wider culinary direction is modern and considered, with menus shaped by technique, cultural influences and respect for flavour. This makes the venue suitable for an evening that moves between drinks and food rather than treating the bar as a stop solely for a quick purchase.

House of Butlers also reflects a broader interest in hospitality as an experience. Service, mixology and cuisine are treated as connected elements, while the private-club influence gives the venue a sense of occasion without requiring a formal dining format. The result is a setting for after-work drinks, relaxed evening gatherings and occasions where the quality of the cocktail matters as much as the company.

The liquor-shop element adds another layer to the visit. It gives the venue a role beyond that of a conventional bar, with spirits and cocktail culture informing its identity. Guests interested in drinks can browse the retail offering, while those looking for a night out can settle into the bar environment. The combination also makes the venue relevant to different kinds of visits, from a casual drink to a more deliberate food-and-cocktail evening.

Located in Gemmayze, House of Butlers suits visitors drawn to Beirut’s restaurant and bar culture, particularly those who appreciate thoughtful cocktails, modern cuisine and a club-inspired setting. The atmosphere is better suited to socialising and conversation than to a quick, purely functional meal. It works for pairs, friends and small groups seeking a composed evening built around drinks, food and time spent together.

House of Butlers is part of Rue Pasteur’s evening landscape, but its identity is defined less by a single signature dish than by the way its bar, liquor-shop and culinary elements meet. The venue offers a focused interpretation of contemporary hospitality, with cocktails and modern food at the centre of a private-club-inspired experience.