Intimate courtyard bar behind an unmarked door on Armenia Street.
Stairway is a small courtyard terrace on Armenia Street in Mar Mikhael, entered through an unmarked narrow door next to the former Lockstock pub, and a 2026 guide describes it as a planted courtyard with old sandstone facades and string lights. Capacity is about 60, the music is 1980s and 1990s at conversational volume, and happy hour on food and drink runs until 20:00. Because it is small, Thursday to Saturday evenings fill by 21:00 and the door can turn people away at the stairwell. The access is three flights of stairs and the guide describes it as cash-preferred. A visit costs about USD 10-25 per person during happy hour and USD 20-35 afterwards, roughly 0.9-3.1 million LBP at 89,500 LBP per USD. It suits a quieter drink before a louder venue, and a good option for travellers who want to talk rather than dance.
| Cover | No cover charge reported |
|---|---|
| Hours | Hours not published; happy hour until 20:00 (guide, 2026) |
| Address | Armenia Street, Mar Mikhael, Beirut (unmarked door next to former Lockstock) |
Good to know
- Signature
- Courtyard drinks and relaxed music
Location
Armenia Street, Mar Mikhael, Beirut (unmarked door next to former Lockstock)
33.8972, 35.5254 View on map
Highlights
- Planted courtyard terrace with string lights
- Conversational 80s and 90s music
- Happy hour until 20:00
- Capacity of about 60
Tips for visiting
- Arrive before 21:00 on Thursday to Saturday.
- Bring cash; the guide says it is cash-preferred.
- Look for the unmarked door next to the former Lockstock pub.
- Be ready for three flights of stairs.
When to visit
Early evening before 21:00
Accessibility
Stair-only (three flights); not suitable for wheelchair users.
Frequently asked questions
Is it easy to find?
No. It is an unmarked narrow door on Armenia Street; ask for Stairway.
Is it step-free?
No; it is reached by three flights of stairs.
Cost?
About USD 10-25 during happy hour, USD 20-35 afterwards.