The final phase of construction for a $25 million F&B cluster in Beit Mery has just been completed, as it is set to open by March or April 2026. The cluster, dubbed “The Neighboured” was completed by Jellyfish, a company founded by Joseph Aoun, the owner of ‘Le Charcutier’ supermarket chain. The development includes 12 restaurants, three rooftop bars, a kids’ area, a beauty spa, and a fitness center. It also features a Le Charcutier supermarket, which opened in 2019 after the first part of the project was completed. The cluster has a built-up area of 17,000 square meters (m2) and was constructed on a 5,200 m2 plot.

According to Jimmy Ghazal, Managing Director of Jellyfish, the final phase of construction has just been completed. “There is high demand for renting the outlets,” he said, noting that several lease agreements are being finalized. Ghazal, who is also Senior Executive Advisor at Le Charcutier, explained that Jellyfish will earn a percentage of sales revenues from the businesses that will operate there.

The restaurants have a total indoor area of 1,700 m2 and an outdoor area of 1,000 m2. The rooftop bars cover an area of 1,000 m2 as well. The F&B outlets can accommodate up to 1,700 guests, according to Ghazal. Jellyfish is currently in talks with a number of well-known restaurant brands. The objective is to accomplish a diverse mix of diners, restaurants, and coffee shops serving different cuisines including Italian, Lebanese, sushi, in addition to burgers and other specialties. [Source]

This is a rather exciting project for surrounding towns which are traditionally tourist destinations and are densely populated. The Neighborhood is now available for lease: