Founder’s Vision
Albé was founded by Joey Attieh, whose journey began in Barcelona, where years in kitchens and service shaped his approach to food and hospitality. At just 23 years old, during a global lockdown, he opened Albé Barcelona, a project rooted in resilience and emotion. Named “my heart” in Arabic, Albé reflects Joey’s commitment to putting Lebanese cuisine and culture on the European map, a journey recently recognized with his inclusion in Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe.

From Barcelona to Beirut
Albé Beirut opens as the brother to Albé Barcelona, continuing the story across the Mediterranean. Beirut represents a return to origins, where the philosophy developed in Spain finds new expression in Lebanon. This chapter reinforces Albé’s identity as a dialogue between cultures rather than a replication of a concept.

The Kitchen at Albé Beirut
At the heart of Albé Beirut is Executive Chef Charbel, whose work brings the concept full circle. Shaped by the same journey that began in Barcelona, the kitchen blends Spanish technique with Lebanese sensibility, highlighting seasonal produce, fresh seafood, and carefully selected meats.

A Mediterranean Philosophy
The space mirrors the cuisine, with warm textures, earthy tones, and understated elegance. A curated selection of Spanish wines complements a menu driven by seasonality, craftsmanship, and emotion rather than trends.

More Than a Restaurant
Albé Beirut is an expression of identity, perseverance, and hope. It is a place where food tells stories of love, struggle, and resilience, remaining true to the heart of Albé.

Type of Cuisine: Mediterranean cuisine.