Castle Black: A Game Of Thrones-Themed Bar in Zahle

I was checking some LBCI report on that pub and looked up its Facebook page. Castle Black is a Game Of Thrones themed bar open in Zahle and apparently the first in Lebanon. They're showing GOT episodes, they have GOT-inspired drinks, GOT-themed board games and the place looks really cool. I should pay it a visit next time I'm in Zahle. Here are some pictures:

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