An underground disco bar currently in favor in Beirut. It's run by the same people who operate Club Social, and top groups play there. Thursday-Saturday from 8:30 pm. The Basement stays open until 4 am, but no one is allowed in after 2:30 am. No cover charge. Off Avenue Charles Helou in the alley behind Kartell, Gemmayzeh, Beirut. Phone 01-570-505 or 70-959-698. http://www.beirutbasement.com.
