Middle Eastern cuisine: the best places to taste it in Melbourne

Juan Ramirez

Artemis Fowl Cafe Restaurant

100/100 (1 ratings)

Fattie Prince

Fars Food

Falafel Factory

"Tried for first time, ordered home delivery. Was suitably impressed. Asked for $50 worth (as with Thai, etc, this will usually feed two, plus one..."

Samuel Hayton

vinayak bhandarkar

Rasidul Hasan

Casa Tajine

"Casa Tajine impresses with authentic Moroccan cuisine that is prepared with love by the skilful kitchen. Expect wonderfully flavoursome dishes that..."

Gastrology

"We had a lovely dinner here last night as a table of 4 and 1 child.Firstly, the service. Warm, welcoming and very hospitable. The lovely..."

Kristy

"excellent food and service! a cozy atmosphere in Carlton! suites vegetarians as well! definitely worth trying!we tried the shakshuka, vegetarian..."

Julieta Castillo

"Having never tried authentic Moroccan food, I was looking forward to experiencing a taste of Northern Africa. With promises of rich, spicy flavours..."

Morgs71

"Cute little Moroccan restaurant along Rathdowne street. We were lucky to be invited to try Moroccan food! It’s definitely been on my list to try..."

One.hungry.girl10

"As we entered Casa Tajine, we were transported to another world, greeted with the aroma of spices and incense. Being the first time trying Moroccan..."

Melbourne Food Monkeys

"first time trying moroccan food and I really enjoyed it. I tried the Moroccan chicken which I really enjoyed as the flavours were delicious and the..."

Connie

"Good food and friendly staff. Ambience is so good with the light and relaxing music. Perfect place to relax your mind. Many good options with drinks..."

Himanshu Chaudhary

"MOROCCO. One of the top countries in my travel bucket list and an ideally located culinary location that sees influence from both Mediterranean,..."

2wo Fat Girls

"You won’t find many Moroccan restaurants in Melbourne at the moment, so Casa Tagine comes as a breath of fresh air. The menu varies slightly day to..."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"We loved visiting Casa Tajine, delightful customer service and authentic North African flavours. Highly recommendable, well priced and homely. We..."

Miri Yam

"After having been to Morocco, we were craving some Moroccan food. This restaurant really took us back there and on top of that the service was..."

Duc Dang

"Ordered the lamb & vegetable tagines, must admit we wad better tagines else where, but the chicken batela was the highlight. Might go back to have..."

W W

"Lovely experience! We got lucky to be received by the chef with his warm welcome. Ohhhh the eggplant salad was amazing!!! Really don't know which..."

Ligia Cruz

"I found this little Moroccan venue after some internet research. The atmosphere is essential and practical but this is only the first impression! The..."

Aldo Carbotti

"My first ever having Couscous. I had it with vegetables and left chicken and lamb for next times 😁. Definitely will try the bailla in the..."

MOHAMED ABDALLA

"As we entered Casa Tajine, we were transported to another world, greeted with the aroma of spices and incense. Being the first time trying Moroccan..."

Katie Y

"Great family owned & run business with delicious food. Paella, order ahead, was delicious. Tajines? Take your pick! Great Spanish & Tunisian..."

Angela Minuzzo

The Left-handed Chef

89/100 (1273 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Saw this place on Broadsheet and decided to give it a try. Never had Israeli food in my life so find it very exciting and interesting flavours. I..."

Eating Away Melbourne

"Sometimes the decisions are best left in the hands of a more than capable chef when it comes to choosing what to eat. Especially if everything on the..."

Theycallmemaggie

"Hummus is extremely smooth, pita bread is soft and perfectly soaks up the dip and tabouli. Chicken Shawarma is sooo tasty and all very reasonably..."

Swan Li

"I had been waiting to be able to come to these guys for weeks and you certainly didnt disappoint! It was definately worth the wait and the..."

Sarah Anderson

"We had a very yummy meal from the left handed chef delivered to our door. We had the sabich (real Israeli fare), fried cauliflower and chips..."

Jonathan Elizabeth Slade

"Israeli cuisine (essentially originating from Israel with some Jewish influence) is no different from any Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine..."

Ozzy Kunnu

"Food was excellent, service great, price on point. Delicious food especially the hummus - we will be back..."

Sophia

"Very good Israeli style hummus. Friendly service and simple, healthy, quality food. Not much more to say but this is a must for the hummus lover..."

GlennM

"The food here is simply sublime, the service for the staff friendly resulting in an overall positive, above average..."

Ange

"Left Handed Chef is one of our “go-to” places. They recently changed from breakfast/brunch to lunch-dinner cafe. We rate this place very highly...."

Steven Nagy

"Delicious buttery eggs and lovely crispy rosti! I enjoyed the breakfast here and would love to go back to try other items. Service was quite..."

Melb_Belly

"I absolutely love the food here ! The hummous is the best in Melbourne & the hot homemade pita is delish ! Ehud's falafel is fantastic - i dont..."

Barbara Finkelstein

"Nice food ! It was my first time to try Israel food. Not too sure this dishes are exactly Israel style but, really good taste to me. Especially,..."

Be Honest

"First time trying Israeli breakfast and it definitely won’t be the last. The food was delicious and presentation was pleasing. I really enjoyed the..."

Danielle Nguyen

"Oh my god. Delicious!! One of the best breakfasts I’ve had in a long long time! Traditional Israeli food which tastes super authentic and..."

Renée Danger

"The Left-Handed Chef served Israeli-influenced brunch meals. I went for the Malawach, a Yemenite breakfast, which was fried puff pastry served with..."

Angel Khong

"I enjoyed one of the hummus bowls here at the recommendation of the friendly waitress and it was perfect. Soft fluffy pita, crunchy side salad and..."

Cozza

"😊: Sabich in a Pan was amazing, portions are great, tastes delicious and good service too! Went on a Sunday mid morning and wasn’t too busy -..."

Tasty_melbourne

"Some of the very best Israeli food in town. Made with love, and everything is fresh and delicious. The hummus bowls are my favorite. Definitely worth..."

Peaches

"3.9 - Overall good. But Hot chocolate should be better. Food are big enough : ) Value the..."

Zixiao Wang

"Rarely these days do you experience real food, cooked straight from the heart. However, what we experienced the other night was just that. Love on a..."

Ryan Clark

"One of the few brunch spots that serve good fusion cuisine, and the best Israeli restaurant yet! The food is absolutely delicious and very..."

Kris L

"5.0 Longstanding South Melbourne cafe The Left Handed Chef is now putting their trademark Israeli food on your dinner plates too! We’re long-time..."

Suzie Scribbles

"Cute little place. We sat by the front window and it was a gorgeous view. I tried Yemenite breakfast. It was very..."

Taylor

"The food was amazing. It is a unique brunch spot as you cannot find these dishes anywhere else in Melbourne. The atmosphere was nice and it feels..."

Julius C | TheHummingbird.id

"Of everywhere I’ve traveled, Israel has some of the best, and vegetarian, food. When I saw Left Handed Chef specialised in Israeli cuisine, I was..."

Melbourne Lifestyle Blog

"We have been here a couple of times and have been super happy with the food. Service is great and the servers can help you out if you’re not sure..."

Hina Rastogi

"Our new fave brunch spot! Delicious breakfast with great flavours, hearty serving sizes and lovely service. Easy parking right outside and in a..."

Darshini Ayton

"The cafe is conveniently accessible by public transport: Tram no 1 – Stop 24 (Park St/Clarendon St, 10 mins walking distance) or Tram no 12 –..."

Jeffry

"This is great cafe in South Melbourne serving authentic Israeli food. The chef has been slowly changing the menu to incorporate food from his home..."

Timinmelbourne

"Went here with my gal today, have to admit this place has the best hummus bowl evaaaaaa! Better than other dining out places :) I had..."

Perry

"An absolutely wonderful cafe with fantastic service and delicious authentic food! I had the Sabich in a Pan, which was very flavoursome and cooked..."

Vicky

"Great food and service. First time trying middle-eastern brunch and it is absolutely impressive. Love the combination of chewy bun with tasty minced..."

Taeminwoocen

"Been searching for Israeli food in Melbourne for so many places after traveling there. If you are into hummus like me this is the most authentic..."

Emilylambert728

"We come here on saturday lunch. This place offers israel and oz food. Upon my arrival, the place is so crowded and the staff told me to wait to be..."

Bite The Looks By BHA

"A rainy spring day made perfect timing for Shakshuka! Most places offer this as a seasonal winter menu option and I have to share my joy when I..."

Mehza_B

"Such a great cafe, I must admit I have only had the coffee and muffins. But everything looks delicious. You can get a small coffee and a muffin for..."

Kim

"Interesting flavours and we love what we had, corn fritters, burgers, shashuka and amazing coffees. Massive portion and worth the price! Love the..."

Mi55Bee

"Went here last Sunday as this place has been on my try list for quite a while. It was around 12pm and the place was half filled. My bf had his..."

Clarinna

"This cafe is a hidden gem! The food is delicious, home style and portions are huge! The service is good, no long wait times. Definitely a place to..."

Eily Fidock

"This place is sick! YOU ARE PERFECT! This is the first breakkie in my life! I never had delicious food like this in my life. Luckily my friend, Shawn..."

Steven Yuniansyah Suyanto

"This place is highly rated for a reason. Firstly, the interior is cosy and hippie- very melbourne 😉If you try their takeaway menu (kitchen closed..."

Hangry Jules

"I’d been looking forward to trying The Left Handed Chef for a long time so invited a fellow foodie to meet me there for brunch. The Left..."

Chronicles Of Nardia

"This mouth-watering cafe is a definite must; Of late I’ve had so many awesome culinary experiences and The Left-Handed Chef is now notably one of..."

The Go Go Mumma

"The left handed chef at south Melbourne. Nice home made bakery cafe with Israel cuisine. Lovely place to dine in for Lunch and coffee is also tasty...."

Steven Gu

"The coffee is some of the best I’ve had in Melbs, smooth and creamy, no need for added sugar. The Israeli twist to the menu offers a different yet..."

Jai Luke

"Perfect meal, so good and fresh. I couldn’t finished it because it was so generous. Coffee is good and the staff will serve you with a good smile..."

Ana

"Visited the Left Handed Chef for the first time last week after seeing the good reviews. It was nice to have breakfast options that were a bit..."

Maxnco

"Came by for brunch today since it’s close to where I live, and absolutely LOVED the food here!! Service was fine, and the waiters were prompt in..."

Sherena Ng

"The food was too good, and so was the coffee. Best value for money, for brunch. Served generously and food preparation is hearty😋 Had Baklava,..."

Pari

"Lovely cafe, I went there for lunch and the service was friendly and efficient. The menu was great, definitely many more things I’d like to try. I..."

Samantha Todd

"I can definitely say that Left Handed Chef is South Melbourne's true hidden jewel. We went there for a lazy brunch and the food was absolutely..."

Evica

"This restaurant is quite small but can still hold a good number of people. If you sit outside, a blanket will be given to you on a cold day. The menu..."

Kat Tran

"I read about this place whilst searching Zomato for something different for breakfast. This dish was tasty, very tasty. Perfectly cooked potato,..."

Moetfan

"Love how the food perfectly comes together. Portion size is generous. The fritters were amazing!! This is my first encounter with Israeli inspired..."

Let’s Eat!

"My new favourite breakfast/brunch place! I’d heard they were good, but everything was great. Coffee is some of the best around (and there are some..."

Mike Brassett

"Amazing food & service... will come back from Moonee Ponds for this! Didn’t get to try the Israeli offerings but will next time. Coffee was also..."

Elisha Whiteley

"Stopped in for breakfast/lunch on way to station pier. Seated straight away and orders taken quickly. Food was excellent with good quality coffee...."

Darren Shaw

"It's a small place but the food is really nice and the portion is quite big. We enjoyed our experience with the restaurant and will probably come..."

Holly Jiang

"The Left Handed Chef is a cosy brunch spot in a peaceful, residential area of South Melbourne. Its menu has a unique addition to standard brunch..."

2wo Fat Girls

"Had The Piggy waffle and it was delightful. That thick cut bacon was amazing, waffles were delicious and everything went so well together. Coffee was..."

Alex Pye

"The sister and I headed to South Melbourne market last weekend to grab a few items that we deem necessary in the lead up for our Christmas..."

Michelle Leong

"This is your typical Aussie brunch. I love how simple and classic the menu is. The place is also small and cosy. It's a lovely spot to just chat and..."

Chee Ching Low

"A tiny little gem off Clarendon, it is serving up delicious breakfasts and lunches with a Middle Eastern theme. The place itself is rather small, and..."

Catherine MacLean

"First of all...loving the tunes, whoever manages the playlist well done!Less polished than alot of brunch spots but refreshingly..."

PedGetsFed

"Tried the lafa bread. Fluffy and flavorful in an open souvlaki like dish. The dried pulled beef was tasty. Salad fresh. Hot chocolate creamy...."

Ferry Gondo

"Cute little Israeli-inspired joint in the not-so busy part of South Melbourne. Homey set up on the inside. Selection of baked goods and..."

Don'tMessWithMyFood

"South Melbourne has a huge selection of cafes, but there isn't quite anything like the Left Handed Chef! Everything on the menu sounds delicious,..."

Kathleen Doherty

"Great hearty meals - chicken and waffles was very tasty Staff are good and venue is cosyBeen here for breakfast before and the food is..."

Linda

"Homie place, great food and everything tasted fresh, i love their banana bread toast with berries even though it's gluten free (another plus) it was..."

Mel's

"The left handed chef cafe has a fantastic, varied breakfast/lunch menu with a unique Israeli twist on a lot of the dishes. We chose the..."

Followthefoodmelbourne

"Great little find in South Melbourne.It doesn't my look all that impressive from the outside but the food is delicious and generous servings are..."

IsFoodIsGood

"This place never fails on great quality produce. They make their own Bread and butter - worth going for this alone, it's amazing! I'd be giving this..."

Katherine Sarah Nix

"Headed to the LHC gifts for breakfast with my team yesterday after a bit of a false start a few weeks ago when we attempted to go on a Tuesday not..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Really nice friendly service. Its obvious the chef takes care in each dish as all elements were cooked to perfection. We ordered the farmers..."

Lien Huynh

"Bit of a sleeper hit this one. Doesn't seem to get too busy, an injustice really given how good the food is. But I'm ok with this, no waiting..."

Chris

"On a beautiful day, we decided to drop by LHC for brunch. LHC is a quiet and cosy little cafe tucked away at South Melbourne. While the cafe may seem..."

Valerie

"i really love the decor--warm and lively. the staff there was really nice and helpful too. coffee is great! not particularly impressed by the food i..."

Jing

"The LHC is the kind of destination cafe that you travel for. The gorgeous interior is cosy and welcoming, with antique touches and a homely..."

Eat Play Live Melbourne

"No frills with tasty and big breakfast dishes.We were here on a Saturday noon and got to our pre-booked table right away.Luke got..."

Luke And Hannah

"I'm a big fan of all day breakfasts, so decided to give LHC a go given the high ratings. I ended up coming here two days in a row, nuff said! ..."

Hengseong Gan

"LHC is such a surprise! I initially thought the menu had an ambitious amount of variety for a cafe that seemed relatively quiet. We ordered the..."

Julycheee

"Reinventing and relocating has done this one a big favor. Sometimes it's beneficial to follow the roots and tradition and not be a part of the usual..."

Ozzy Kunnu

"The Left Handed Chef made a really good hummus and falafel. I often order Falafel pita (my favourite) Chicken Shawarma (so good, must try), and..."

Edwin Tan

"Great Israeli place that serves a variety of pita based dishes (vegan and non vegan) as well as some Middle Eastern sweets like Balaclava. The foods..."

Ryan H

"Absolutely delicious!! The hummus was incredible. We were also served by a total legend! Will definitely be back again to try more dishes..."

Renee Magnaye

"There is no way I’m traveling to Melbourne and I’m going to miss this amazing food. Every time the chef is supervising me how good and consistent..."

Rotem Ben simon

"This place is really fantastic. I’m vegan and came here with two meat eating friends and this place didn’t not feel like a compromise at all. We..."

m z

"Visited The Left Handed Chef months back with my partner and although I’ve never tried Israeli cuisine before, we were really impressed with the..."

Daniel

"Popped into @TheLeftHandedChef for lunch during the Easter long break for some Israeli fare: Hummus Pirtiyot - Hummus bowl topped with smoked..."

Shaun D'Monte

Mama Rumaan

"Amazing variety of food and tastes. Owner is very lovely and engaging. I would highly recommend the calamari, rice with slow cooked lamb, fried..."

J

"I had never had Moroccan food before and this was seemingly the perfect introduction as I am now a huge fan! 😍 The food was incredibly delicious,..."

Jake Stollery

"The best food I've had in a long time! The food is so fresh and the cauliflower dish is to die for! So flavoursome and we had mostly vegan dishes...."

Naser Pourazad

"Had a lovely Middle Eastern dinner experience at Mama Rumaan. We chose the 'feed me', vegan option and received a 6 course meal that was delicious...."

Daniel du Plooy

"Had a great team lunch. Everyone liked the food alot. The mixture of spices and flavors are perfect in each and every dish. Definitely recommend this..."

Vishal Gupta

"Great food, great service, great prices... We arrived at 9.15 (near the end of dinner service) but the staff were super helpful and friendly,..."

Zara MacAlister

"We have been to this middle eastern restaurant on a Friday night. It was almost the closing time when we arrived, the staffs were friendly and they..."

Sam

"Loved food here, many vegetarian options available. Ambience is also good, would definitely come back..."

Markande Shruti

Byblos Bar & Restaurant

88/100 (1377 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had an incredible dinner at Byblos. We were a group of 6 so decided to get the banquet and oh my gosh there was a lot of food. Everything was..."

MelbourneLops

"Came to Byblos on a recommendation and so glad we did. The food coming off the pass is some of the best middle eastern food I’ve experienced...."

Iceman

"Such a delicious middle eastern feast tonight! The venue was beautiful and the staff were wonderful!Pictured is the:. 1. Tabouleh..."

Cmzajicek

"Ambience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Food: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Verdict: 👍We went..."

@_@

"Back at one of my favourite middle eastern restaurant in Melbourne. Again, they did not disappoint with customer service, food and drink quality and..."

Hillary Finds Food

"Byblos serves authentic and delicious Lebanese food. Came here with friend last Friday 9th August for..."

AngeLuvFood8

"Byblos is located in a gorgeous place just overlooking the Yarra River. The service here was fantastic and we didn’t have to wait long at all for..."

The Jaminator

"Staying in South Wharf for the weekend we are so happy we found this restaurant on the city side of the Yarra, just a short walk from the Novotel and..."

Anastasia Beaverhousen

"Few of us went there for happy hour and dinner on a weekday night. Food was amazingly good, ordered couple entrees, different lamb skewers, calamari..."

Ang L

"Having enjoyed many visits to this place for birthdays , dinners and New Year’s Eve parties this was also a great venue for our office end-of-year..."

Freeo

"Situated on south warf opp to Dfo. Went there on a team lunch, a nice leabnees restro. Well decorated and with water front view. Food was tasteful..."

Abhinav Khandelwal

"What a great place to eat! The food is incredible, very tasty!! The waiters were very hands on, always checking if there was anything we needed and..."

Kristen Palmer

"We have order via Uber Eats many times, but eating in was a lovely experience! We love the traditional kebbi and the felafel were perfect! Delicious,..."

Heather Snow

"Went there with a bunch of friend after work. Rarely eat Lebanese food. And it is good. I like sour food a lot . The way they make their sweet potato..."

Daisy Duck

"Byblos is a middle eastern restaurant in docklands. There’s a descent amount of vegetarian choices on the menu. I had the $60 set menu and was so..."

Vegetarian Food Lover

"This is my second visit here, the food, ambience and the staff never seize to amaze me. I am writing this review as I am having my dinner and I am in..."

Ramya Paraman

"We went here on Saturday night and it was amazing. Wine and cocktail selection was great, something for everyone. We ordered a few different dishes..."

Hungry Little Caterpillar

"We booked for 8pm and it was very busy when we got there. Had to wait to be seated which felt like it took a while.Finally got a seat and..."

TheyCallHimX

"We went with the $60 people person dining option between 8 of us. The food was delicious and sooo filling it was worth the $60 a head. The only..."

Sarah Trewavis

"Dinner here was fantastic. Lovely staff and the food was fresh and full of flavour . I had lamb and chicken skewers topped them with tabbouleh and..."

Evanthia Francoise

"What was supposed to be a quick pre-footy meal became a great feast with delicious food, great wine and a lovely atmosphere.We were a group of..."

Always Hungry

"Great atmosphere and decor.Had a knowledgeable waiter who probably took way to long to explain the menu.We choose the calamari and..."

Jessica Nguyen

"Dinner last night was amazing, so fresh and delicious! Service and decor are very nice and welcoming. Chose the mezza banquet at $60pp and left full!..."

Markii_

"One of the best Mediterranean food joint in the city.Went there wth my colleagues for office lunch.Tried chicken, lamb skewers along with..."

Varun Chandwani

"Delicious food, efficient service with friendly staff in comfortable, pleasant settings. It all started a few years ago when I had a birthday..."

J0yy173

"One of our favourite and best Lebanese restaurants. Service and food is always good value, and menu quite comprehensive for all tastes and..."

Hans Moleman

"Yummy is also less to say authentic Lebanese food , so well cooked food and the customer service you get there is brilliant... will love to come..."

Vij.kanu

"In between scrumptious and refinement ...Another quite prominent venue on the Dockland/South Wharf precinct, complete with its own..."

"JT" Jeffrie Trika

"Great spot by the river in the CBD. Delicious tasty food with a good wine list. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good flavours with a wide menu..."

David Hewitt

"Fantastic restaurant! Lovely setting, great service, gorgeous food, great value for money, must do the feed me option! Will definitely be back :-)..."

Jenny Hetherington

"nice restaurant with great staff. food was good and tasty. but could have been better. quail was way overcooked. chicken wings too salty and dry...."

Foodme

"Set in a fantastic location overlooking the Yarra at South Wharf and decorated in a wonderful Arabic style. We sat inside for lunch as it was..."

Spaghetti Monster

"The decor and location is great! A good place to go to for date night or family dinner. The menu looks great however, cooking and eating middle..."

Nadia

"With cravings for Lebanese food last night, this hit the spot. We went for the $60pp banquet and we got what we asked for. Favourite things of the..."

Angey

"Dined here with a few friends a few nights ago and overall we had a good experience. The atmosphere and ambience ticks all the boxes - a good..."

Farzana

"For a newbie in Lebanese food, this place was great. We ordered 3 metzas and 4 skews for 5 people. The portion was manageable. I loved the hummus and..."

Kat Tran

"Byblos is that place where you take the people you love the most to have a good time with great food. The service quality is impeccable, food is top..."

Karthik Kunjithapatham

"Lovely family restaurant with a beautiful view of the wharf.... great quality food and service! Been here a few times for functions and events but..."

Rebecca Fakhri

"This is my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. Hands down the best Lebanese food you will find anywhere! You must try the banquet! Enjoy the Koosa,..."

A Girl With Curves

"Been here for a function and just the restaurant It is a bit pricey but oh my gosh Amazing foodGot the platter for 2, I eat..."

YesNoMelbourne

"I'm start by saying that their cocktails are in fact world class. I haven't tried all of them but the ones that I had are really beautiful. Then..."

Cookie Monster

"I was overjoyed to realise my work function was at Byblos as the Brisbane branch was my old stomping ground when I was living in Queensland. Similar..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Lots and lots of food. And then more food. Great service (much better than at the Hamilton location) and some dishes excellent others weren't my..."

Ross

"I've been here numerous times and it's my favourite place to go for delicious middle eastern food! I even had my birthday here with a few friends..."

Vivian Tran

"Dined in on a Monday night as a 4, what a wonderful night we had the food was spot on and the services was even better, it was that good we booked it..."

Food And Cider

"Our favourite place for Lebanese food. The only place to go when in Melbourne looking for quality middle eastern food. Flavours are spot on and..."

AEC

"Great place to dine, one of my favourites in the city. Friendly and attentive staff give a great dining out experience. Awesome menu. I have been..."

Quach

"What a great experience, it got me back to my mom's kitchen. Lovely food and excellent service. The waiter's knowledge of the dishes was very..."

Jhonny Masri

"Went to Byblos with a large group of 13 people on a busy Saturday night and have to say I was completely rapt with it. From the very start of the..."

Beck Hill

"Being gluten and dairy free has never been an issue here, as they have always welcomed and accommodated my allergies. If you're wondering where to..."

Jessica Thompson

"Ambience was amazing.My boyfriend and I ordered the buffet - So worth it!The food was impeccable and the service was lovely! Even just the..."

Lzct_

"Can't give a bad review about this place. My boyfriend surprised me with dinner here on my birthday, and I was impressed. Had a beautiful view, food..."

Denise Anderson

"Omg. Seriously good. Simple...you have to. Not just the best Lebanese I've had but right up there with some of the best food I've had. Just..."

Glenn Sullivan

"Been there several time for different occasions and event, all the times foods are awasame and staff are friendly.Recommended dish, kofta, fried..."

Ali Sh

"Beautiful food. The meat is always cooked perfectly tender. I love their prawn skewers too. Tabouli is probably the best I had. This place never..."

Carina Dalton

"Amazing food, atmosphere and service. We ordered the banquet. Had an amazing variety and so much to choose from. The food was cooked to perfection...."

Arthi Singh

"Awesome could be the less word for Byblos. I would love to go again with my family. The tenderness of awesome kebabs were so yummy. We went there..."

Shafquat Morshed

"Nice find. Lovely & cool outdoor area on a 34C day. We had the Byblos platter, with the usual offerings. The food was fresh & beautifully served. It..."

Manmar

"Feast to the eyes .. and when we had the platter ... that was just heaven... thier sweet treats thrill your taste buds.. my new and forever favorite..."

Pushpa K

"Beautiful food. Prawns highly recommended. Lamb chops were delish. Amazing Taboulei. Great cocktails. Service was a little slow. We'll be..."

Missliseylou

"I came here tonight for my birthday with my family, the place looks so beautiful.This place hands down is seriously magnificent. From the..."

Tez

"Fantastic location on the water front, beautiful setting. Dropped by for a light lunch so didn't have a lot of food, but what we had was all good. We..."

Sensaikai

"We spent Valentine's Day here with a set menu. It was wonderful and we will definitely be back. Highly recommend the dips, halloumi salad, chilli..."

Alycec

"Outstanding lunch at Byblos! Had the platter for 2 and we were not disappointed. Everything delicious, beautiful views, and even the mocktail was..."

Kirstie Close-Barry

"Situated perfectly on the Yarra, Byblos boasts good food and fine views of the waterfront. We caught up for Friday dinner with a couple of..."

Australia Lets Eat

"I booked online and received a confirmation straightaway. It was easy to change days. They do two seatings 6-8.15pm and another one after..."

Dr S

"I've been here 3 times in the past year. I always get the same mixed grill because it's so amazing. You get to choose 4 different skewers that comes..."

Food Fairy

"A small party of 6 for Christmas work breakup. Always a nightmare with 3 dietry requirements (vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free) and a "i wont..."

Lyz Mizzi

"Don't need to say more, it's just Amazing! Food, service, drinks, all amazing! If the Expresso was not a bit cold for me when served, I would..."

Cindy

"We visited Byblos recently for a late dinner. The food and service were excellent. We ordered the chicken wings, vine leaves, Lahim Bil Ajeem,..."

Brigidlhosmer

"We had our engagement party here in the function room upstairs in October. The staff were AMAZING ! Very accommodating to our needs, set..."

Sharna

"We went here for dinner and had the banquet which was so much food, we couldn't get through it all. The food was very tasty and definitely a place I..."

Dills

"First time eating Lebanese cuisine and was very impressed with the entrees as well as the generous serving of the chargrilled chicken with coleslaw..."

Foodie

"Great food and great atmosphere. I love how they let you pick items off the menu for the banquet deal. Good place to go with friends for a nice meal..."

Desisean

"Lunched today at Byblos for a taste of Lebanese cuisine (a totally new experience for my palate) & chose their Makanek (homemade Lebanese spiced..."

Melbourne Epicurean Juror

"We went there for a late dinner on friday night and it wasn't as busy as expected. We ordered the Byblos platter for 2 so we could try a bit of..."

XiaoHui Teo

"A little bit of Lebanese heaven! Byblos has to be one of my and my wife's all time favourite Lebanese restaurants in Melbourne. Right by the Yarra..."

Kaushik Sridhar

"Fresh and punchy flavours....Lebanese cuisine described to a T. This place is my favourite Lebanese restaurant at the moment, and judging by how..."

Micky B

"I've been here multiple times and I love it! Great food, great cocktails and really lovely staff. Definitely not cheap but definitely worth..."

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JZY

"Byblos always get a 10/10 in everyway! Always always always go the banquet, you can't go wrong! The service is great and the food even better...."

Deana Cannatelli

"My first time trying Lebanese food was at Byblos Bar & Restaurant and it was a very pleasant experience. Food was delicious, unique, and well..."

Daniel

"Had a brilliant meal at Byblos. Ordered the Beef Shawarma, Trio dip and fish skewers. The fish skewers especially tasted delicious and fresh. The..."

Farhan Riyaz

"My first time here and the food was just incredible. I only managed to take a photo of our starters, but rest assured the rest of our meal was..."

Daniel Meissner

"Nice variety of food , lovely venue , staff are very caring and quick response to customer needs , highly recommended to try..."

Daniel Etezadi

"I had my daughters Baptism in the space upstairs which was just beautiful. They was room for the kids to play and for all the adults to mingle...."

Marlene Assaf

"Absolutely beautiful food. The mixed grill platter was divine, all the meat and seafood cooked perfectly. My Mum loved the vine leaf rolls and her..."

Sarah Vears

"Lovely atmosphere, food and customer service. Food was beautiful and great price for a spot along the river. Will definitely go back next time..."

Daina Joseph

"It's been a long time between meals. Food did not disappoint. Great place, location, view, company, atmosphere. We loved ever mouthful of our..."

Anaid

Kebab Connection

88/100 (1887 ratings)

"Since covid-19 kicked in, I've been ordering from Kebab Connection via ubereats and in person. Ubereats delivery is fast and food came hot (Both HSP..."

Muzzing Panda

"Ordered from kebab connection today, Is super tasty and very well packed. It is great value for money. Thank you for giving Turkish delight. ..."

Siddhant Arora

"Best fresh meat Hsp!!! Definitely..."

Martin Pier

"If i can ,i would say 100 stars, it is absolutely one of the best in Melbourne, the kebabs are fresh.Also good customer service..."

Kathy Kat

"Ordered through Uber eats. Best Halal snack pack ever! Lots of sauces, salt on the chips... a great amount of food + a little Turkish delight as a..."

Trent Anthony Turner

"Amazing hsps. Ordered the small with lamb, garlic and bbq sauce. Juicy meat, crispy chips and sauces are great. Everything great but prices are quite..."

Cookielessvee

"Best Kebab in Melbourne and great customer service. Will definitely go there again also have great desserts and variety of foods. Definitely..."

Indira Poojar

"Had HSP here multiple times. I think this place deserves more customers! Seriously the crispiest chips in HSP and I dare say the best HSP in..."

Christopher Hans Tamsir

"Love ordering from here. Great feeders of our workplace. I work twice as hard after eating their meat packs. Recommended to any local North Melbourne..."

Tim S

"Had the meat pack here several times, good price, decent food, quick service, plenty of dip and friendly people. No complaints. Without a doubt going..."

Liam Mc

"Probably the best value HSP in Melbourne! Large HSP pack had mountains of meat and a serving of chips. Not the other way around like most places...."

Brianna Vickers

"One of the best HSP out there! Little surprise from them on my order, the little muesli bar, thank you! Meat tasted fresh chips are crispy and not..."

S L

"Very delicious HSP !!, reasonable price , huge portion. The staffs are incredibly friendly and often give free turkish candy. 10/10..."

Khanh Duong

"$16 for a regular HSP… Inflation really hurts… Nice flavour tho!..."

W Oliveira

"Hands down the best HSP in Melbourne. Been ordered well over 100 times from these guys over the past 4+ years and I have not been disappointed once!..."

Ricky Manoel

"Honestly if I could give these guys 6 stars I would. I mean they put smiley faces on the box! Always perfect flavour. Never dry. Never cheap out on..."

Valyn White

"So delicious.best kebab i have tried in..."

ANDRE Cun

Drumstick & Co

"Very pleased with all the food that we ordered from Drumstick &Co. Got 2 baguettes and some chips to takeaway. Medium fries are plentiful, thick and..."

Decent Feed

"Sensational chicken that is cooked to perfection with an incredible variety of unique salads that are a taste sensation. Chips are perfect. Well..."

Mmm

"This place was so good!! But be warned if you get the BBQ Chicken one - my poor partner blew his head off almost as it had no joke 45 jalapeños on..."

ToorakM

"I have to start the review to advise that I am reviewing a chicken shop without eating the chicken. My staff enjoy this place but from just eating..."

FoodieGuru_770

"Now THIS is a chicken shop. And it's fantastic. We had drumsticks with roast vegetables and with the aioli and chilli dipping sauces. Well worth the..."

Mango Queen

"Nice and Cozy placeGood simple chicken and good variety of salads- very vibrant and colourful which is appetising.Clean and tidy set..."

Sachyn Kumar

"Heathy food that tastes super good too. Roast chicken, baked schnitzels and superfood salads; at prices that don't need you to break the bank;..."

Shruti Sood

"❤️❤️❤️ this place !!! ❤️❤️❤️Had the delicious crumbstick baguette OMG !! Was absolutely delicious 👍🏻The..."

Homerj

"One of the best places to grab a healthy lunch near Caulfield. The food is delicious, healthy and not expensive. So a win win for..."

Bhushan

"Healthy, yummy takeaway food. I used to get dinner from here whilst going home from uni. I love their spice drum blend and their japanese rice salad...."

Chisyelda Oey

"Really great service from Diego, Beautiful food great salads really tasty chicken just went down to the local park and ate there 10 out of..."

Nick Nicoloudis

"In the area for lunch and as I was short on time and did not want to resort to such lows as fast food I went to my trusty zomato app and searched for..."

Cafe Condiments (Justin)

"This place is amazing, a modern take on your chicken shop.. There salads are beautiful and fresh and there chicken is always delicious and there soup..."

Zbaby13

"What a breath of fresh air! Healthy eating that doesn't cost a fortune. Enjoy the chicken it actually tastes like real chicken!!!! Good range of..."

Merlin

"Staff are very friendly and helpful. Chicken is pretty good but the salads are amazing! Oh, and the sauces for the chips are..."

Miichan

"One of my favorite lunch spots in Caufield. They serve the best roasted chicken and variety of healthy salads here. My pick would be "half roasted..."

EatToLive

"Can't get enough of this place. I just love everything about this place. Had dinner from here last night and once again, everything was super tasty,..."

Carliraiken

"Best Chicken in Town. My wife and I came across this place a few months ago by pure chance and decided to go in and give it a go. Now that we are..."

Nikita

"Had the wild rice salad. Fresh and full of flavour. Owner is lovely too. Happy to support them. Keep it..."

Debbie P

"Not just another chicken shop. LOVE this place! You can tell the owners have put alot of thought into the place - everything from the decor to the..."

What_kate_ate

"Great chicken, chips and salads. Very friendly and upbeat owners. Love this place..."

Ivan

"Very clean looking design that stands out in the strip. The chicken was terrific with the hens and spices adding to the flavour. Chips were also..."

Braham

"The chicken was delicious and there is a great choice of salads. The staff were very friendly and helpful. For a great healthy and tasty takeaway, I..."

Karen Gordon

"The shop looks bright & welcoming, the salads are fresh & yummy, & the chicken baguette was generous & tasty.... what's not to..."

Jodie Becker

"Finally!. I have been waiting for a chicken shop to open in this strip of shops for years and boy I haven't been disappointed. The spice blend..."

Marty Monstah

"Amazing salads!. I wish I lived or worked closer to Drumstick & Co because I would definitely be there multiple times a week. The range of healthy..."

Cbro47

"Yum. Went with the kids for an eat in dinner. The chicken and salads are yum! The staff made us all feel welcome. Love..."

David

"Very succulent chicken and quality salad options. Suits those on a Caulfield North budget..."

Mark N

"Great chicken family dinner at a reasonable..."

kat mendo

"Kids luv the drumsticks wings and chips The shnitzels ans the salads are..."

Barry Feldman

"Best chicken 🍗 is here Friendly people who..."

Gaurav Kumar

"Generous size chicken serves Very tasty..."

Michael Bury

"I started my meal just a mere boy, but as I finished that collision of joy, flavour and sizeable weight I became a man. Also the staff are..."

Dixon Banks

The Brown Chef

"Good tasting fresh food served with a smile. Friendly service. Table service could be faster. Quite unique and authentic Pakistani cuisine.Will..."

Chkamran_zakir

"Cosy place with young staff and excellent food! Perfect blend of flavor and spices for authentic Pakistani food in Melbourne. Service can be quite..."

FoodPecker

"Fantastic food at good prices. Their samosa chaat and pani-puri is really good, whilst the nihari is one of the best I have ever had. Very..."

Aryan K

"Delicious food with some really interesting dishes rather than the Pakistan / Indian regulars. Milk Kasturi is delicious. Staff are always lovely and..."

Edward Goldner

"By far the best food I have had in Melbourne. Authentic and fresh pakistani food that ive been craving for ever since I moved. Will definitely be..."

Adil Reza

"The dinner deal is amazing value. $10 for three curries, rice and a drink. Staff were friendly and curries were good. Takeaway was quick. Desserts..."

Kaylah Adams

"One of the best sub-continental cuisine foods I have ever had. Their lamb dish was phenomenal, chicken boti also delicious (slightly on the salty..."

Babak

"Best place to try Subcontinent food specially Pakistani. Love the Nehari and Naan.... Yummy Overall arrangement is..."

Yasir Ishaq

"Delicious food which perfectly justifies Pakistani and Indian flavours. Great ambience and fine..."

Shivam Behl

Ailia Rizvi

"Amazing food. Bbq platter and gol gappas are must try. Really sweet staff offered my lil daughter a dessert for..."

Mahnoor Hasan

"Best Pakistani Food in Melbourne.. Chaat and Gol Gappay must..."

ABBAS ALI

"Authentic and delicious Pakistani food with great..."

Umar Ansari

"5 Star a must try... great Pakistani authentic..."

Sami Moin

Shish Shawarma & Grill

Two Forty Eight

"I would rate this place a four because of their service and food..I loved the kabab with saffron and steamed rice comboThe minced lamb with..."

Nisy J

"Finally went here for dinner after wanting to try it for ages. I had my heart set on the cookoo sabzi but unfortunately it wasn't available. Instead,..."

Quince And Cheese

"We had a pretty good lunch here on the weekend. They are on EatClub so saving 30% was great! I’ve had a few deliveries from here but..."

ToorakM

"Spending a over nighter on chapel with some gals for training was bound to be an adventure.Wanted to try something different so persian..."

Littlefoodiekiki

"I've been to this restaurant so many times. The foods are nice and tasty, generous portions and well priced. Their kabab are moist, well marinated..."

Yulz

"The Persian Room is a meat lovers delight. And if meat exactly isn’t your go to cuisine then don’t fret - the restaurant has an awesome selection..."

Arijit Das

"Good food. We ordered a eggplant dish, it was awesome. The ice- cream is a must try as well. Friendly service. Great flavours.It is family..."

ZeNykhyl

"Best Persian food in Melbourne - hands down.Unfortunately, it does not have the atmosphere of some of the other Persian restaurants with live music..."

Theresa T

"Went there with my Persian boyfriend and everything was just awesome. Was my first time having Persian food and it was delicious!Also the..."

Priscila Yukari Kitagawa

"The first time I came herez I had sabzi and fesenjan. Probably not the best decision. But kebabs are just perfect! Definitely 5 star place. Will come..."

Nijat Hajiyev

"Came across this place whilst visiting Melbourne. Mid range price s, excellent meals, every single meal that we ordered. The setting is not..."

Nadia O Smith

"Consistent and plentiful. A tad on the expensive side, but I know how long it takes to cook good Irani food (just soaking and cooking the rice alone..."

Spice Up Your Life

"Got food delivered so cannot comment on service and ambience. Kashke bademjan was heavenly as was the bread it came with. Mixed meat platter with..."

Red Bean

"In a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon I and a friend decided to have a Persian lunch and Persian Room 248 seemed to be the only descent choice in..."

Soham Roy Chaudhuri

"Ordered delivery so can’t comment on atmosphere but breads, dips were great. Salads good but Oliver Salad a little too salty. Rice was absolute..."

Desiree Munro

"Really liked this place amongst the Chapel street offerings. Decent amount of tasty food for price. Always liked the meat here due to the tender..."

Rachael

"We have been coming here for a few years and every time they have never failed to deliver. Juicy mince kebab and juicy chicken skewers served on..."

Lily Fullgrabe

"First time trying Middle Eastern/ Persian food and I'm not sure if it is authentic as I have never tried anything similar before, but I did enjoy the..."

Jennifer Gong

"With 25% off Entertainment book and good reviews on Zomato, Persian room is an obvious pick when we wanted to have dinner around South Yarra. Not..."

Wandering Spoon

"Great authentic persian food. I recommend the kebabs as they are very tender and juicy.The staff are very friendly and polite. The atmosphere is..."

Med Sep

"The food is the authentic Persian food and the portions are so generous. The koobideh is divine and everything tastes like delicious real Persian..."

Love Food

"Amazing food, amazing service. Busy night, but super efficient, attentive and friendly staff, lady called Ladan especially. Would recommend to all..."

Alex Haynes

"Overall a delicious and authentic Persian meal. Portion sizes were more than generous and the food was incredibly tasty. The..."

Penguineats

"I absolutely love this place. Everything from food to service is exceptional. Me and my boyfriend are regulars.Would definitely recommend it to..."

Tima Haidari

""Laughter is brightest where food is best...."-this is the appropriate words for this chophouse..it's truly a gem for me.I can't speak even a single..."

Subhanjana Sanyal

"Our first experience with Persian food and we were pleasantly surprised at how good it was! The eggplant dip with bread was splendid, whilst the..."

May

"Very happy with service and food , we try this restaurant a few times and always been high quality food and delicious meals, my frd all like it ..."

Lucky

"The food is actually nice and reasonably priced, not a big variety but tastes good, mostly meat with rice dishes. They don't serve alcohol but you..."

Dam Burger

"Eggplant dip is to die for! That's the highlight of this restaurant for sure. Decor was ok, customer service was ok, other food was nice, but the..."

Hilda Lee

"Went for lunch with wife and friend.We all enjoyed all the food, except the Barberries & Rice meal (Persian: Zereshk Polo Morgh), which..."

Someone

"Yummy traditional Persian food in a cute little restaurant with great service. A little more variety wouldn't hurt but besides that very much enjoyed..."

McFoodie Jones

"The first time I was there, I was quite surprised by how good the food was. They do great Persian style food options and they can get quite filling..."

Prageeth Silva

"One of the very few persian restaurants in Melbourne. The city doesn't offer a variety of persian spots. Luckily this one is very good.. Close to..."

Rida Hakeem

"This is personally my favourite Iranian restaurant in town. I often come here on a weekend night and always got the same consistency of food. Better..."

Monica Effendy

"Nice little persian restaurant located in South Yarra. There is not much finesse about the decor of this restaurant. The paper table cloth doesn't..."

One Piece Left

"We have been here a few times and this is a nice cozy place without any luxury about it. We have eaten almost all the dishes here. I am a great fan..."

Soumendu Ghara

"I am a huge fan of Middle Eastern food, especially their kebabs and dips are so good. So, one evening I wanted to try out the Persian place nearby...."

Ryan Ilahi

"Fantastic food, very generous portions and very well priced. I have been there a couple of times and tried almost everything on the menu and I must..."

Lanaa

"Great food. The best persian kebabs, great service ans the only place to go if you want a hearty persian..."

Workaholic

"Great find.. From the time we walked in very welcoming ,great service for how busy it was. The food was lovely ,there was four of us we all had..."

Frances Oconnor

"Good koobideh kabab but i found the barg and joojeh a little dry. Rice was not a fluffy as I had hoped but it was delicious anyway.. Decent Persian..."

Crystal Barnes

"Just excellent. We have been to Persian Room many times and always had beautiful food and attentive service with a smile from the charming staff..."

Hawthorn Home

"GOOD SERVICE AND VERY NICE FOOD. I took my Father for lunch today for Fathers day , My Father he loves the food and the environment so much, he wants..."

Linaaam2

"High quality food with very average price , good service we Love itAll my family been..."

Parviz

"Dined here a few weeks ago with a few friends. Would definitely go back. Beautiful and interesting flavours. The meat dishes were tender. At..."

Delon Andre Coutinho

"Great food. Well done, Persian Room. The meal was lovely. We look forward to the next..."

Ainslie

"Really yummy kebab. Huge serves and very reasonable. I had the shahi, the lamb mince was delicious and the chicken was good too.The only downer..."

The Food Oracle

"My family and I absolutely love this restaurant. Superb quality food and you get so much of it for a bargain price! Will definitely be back..."

Elle

"First time having Persian food and am really glad we decided to try it out! The flavours here in the food are different but amazing, we had the..."

Hillee

"This is the best persian(iranian)restaurant in melbourne.best food and value 4 money . yummiest food ever.cant get enough of it!I strongly recommend..."

Aran

"I had a kobide and my mum had a chicken kebab ,we were very happy.the food was nice and the price are cheap.im recommend it to..."

Reza

"Every time I go to Cafe 248, the food gets better. Food is delicious, servings are generous. Good friendly service. Very happy to have this..."

Neda

"Overall ok. Overall I was happy with this place. Very nice location and food.However the first time I went there, the somagh (sumac) on my table..."

NB

"Not only the food looks like pretty well, the taste is delicious as well. Mu friends and I had a really good meal. Thanks for Yug to introducing is..."

Chao

Zurouna

"Had the $49 banquet. Everything was tasty... good value and super yummy. Highly..."

Lin B

"Visited here on NYE, which could be a reason the service was a little slower. However, the food was superb. Another great accidental Halal find while..."

Food Perspective

"Solid Lebanese south of the yarra. Za’atar Calamari a highlight..."

Mounir Kiwan

"This place has really good food! Fresh, amazing sense aroma and just delicious! I would reckon, the waiters need to be more proactive as they tend to..."

Miya

"Love everything about this restaurant. Authentic Lebanese food. Full of flavour, ambience cosy but spacious, welcoming but funky. Great service! Love..."

Elle T-S

"Love love love this place! Fantastic! Consistently delicious tasty food! Highly recommend! Have been here for dinner a few times and each time it was..."

Natalie Grant

"Absolutely delicious food and great service! We had an amazing evening with our table of 10! We had the banquet and it was so filling and the timing..."

Anna Yaroslavsky

"Amazing Lebanese restaurant. I have been there few times. Very tasty food and Lebanese coffee.My favourite appetisers are cheese cigars, Fatosh,..."

ReemBesher

"Zarouna is really an awesome Lebanese restaurant in South Yarra. Just near to Chapel Street over Toorak Road. The restaurant has a magical atmosphere..."

Soham Roy Chaudhuri

"Had a booking for a Saturday night for 25 people. Service was outstanding, food was amazing and the vibe was perfect. We all had the banquet and..."

Michael Wayburne

"really good, fresh traditional Lebanese food. Nice venue. friendly, somewhat inefficient service but the great food and friendliness made up for..."

JS

"It was Sunday evening, great day for going out to a restaurant with the family, we pick up zurouna, the food was great and fresh, awasome atmospher,..."

Thecheftable

"Really good authentic Middle-Eastern food - mainly Lebanese. Service was friendly and efficient too. Decor is simple and modern, nothing special...."

Li-La

"We had the set menu, and wow just amazing. The service was great and so friendly. We had no idea what was coming so ate too much from the starter,..."

Live_in_melbourne

"@zurouna- This was the first time we went to this restaurant. It’s authentic Middle Easyern food leaning towards the Lebanese mainly. The..."

Chronicles Of A Foodie

"I think I have got a crush on one of the staff members! That might have factored into my rating :) Good food, fairly priced.Nice vibes overall. No..."

Homer

"Beautiful food and service! The decor could use an upgrade but we had a delightful experience here. The meat is cooked perfectly and there is so much..."

Georgia Sing

"Took the missus out for her birthday cause I've heard good things about this place.It's a nice venue. And the staff are lovely.Food..."

TheyCallHimX

"Amazing food. Incredible service. Fantastic staff. Each time, Every time!! Definitely recommend the banquet - best way to get a decent taste of..."

Ted Bajjali

"Totally brilliant! Amazing food and the staff were wonderful and attentive. We had 3 small plates and a main all to share ( the Egg plant&..."

Angela.balson

"Fantastic atmosphere with equally amazing food. Great range of dishes and exceptional service.Perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon with..."

Andrew Jezard

"Small but busy restaurant with delicious food and friendly attentive helpful staff. The banquet is excellent value and the desserts are to die for...."

AbbyW

"One of the best places for middle eastern cuisine in Melbourne.excellent service, excellent food. do not forget to try Za'tar Calamari..."

Roshanak Samadirad

"Atmosphere: Came on a hot sunday arvo for lunch in a group. Besides two other people dining outside the place was empty. Spacious seating both inside..."

M&B

"Great food & service. Really enjoyed a lovely meal, staff were very attentive. The Moroccan lamb was full of flavour, loved the complimentary..."

Leonie White

"This place is so good. The food was amazing and it's great to share. We had the Moroccan lamb and Shish something or other chicken. A great combo for..."

Luke Newman

"Lovely place to take a date, we had a banquet and it was amazing. Portions are generous and customer service was great. Would highly recommend..."

At Junior

"The calamari dish is the best way to eat calamari known to man. It is generous, tender, slightly charred, with a light squeeze of lemon adding just..."

Kate

"First visit with the family to zurona on sunday night, the food was nice and fresh, the stuff were attentive and welcoming, on the negative side it..."

Waleedelbaz74

"Location is good, the design is great, service very attentive and food quality was of a high standard. 7 people with food and plenty of drinks at..."

HeraldSun Reviews

"Excellent food! Best Middle Eastern food I've tasted in Melbourne so far. Food is always fresh and full of flavour. It's 100% authentic and it's..."

Lord Vega

"After hearing Zurouna being spoken of very highly and deemed 'the best authentic Lebanese restaurant' in Melbourne we decided it was worth trying on..."

Farzana

"A hidden gem in Melbourne. Great ambience complimented by yummy food. The portions are decent and presentation immaculate. This is now on my list of..."

Chetna Gakhar

"100% my favourite place to eat out. No regrets with their banquet. You've gotta try it, you'll leave so full and content. The flavours are so..."

LookingForFood

"I had a beautiful birthday dinner here - we got the banquet plus a bottle of Lebanese wine and cocktails. Service was wonderful and the meal was..."

Bianca Baykara

"The food was great. Service needs improving though. We were still eating our entrees when the mains came out at the same time. Very strange. By the..."

Trish Armstrong

"Love love loveee this place! The food is excellent, the Shish tawouk ( which actually one of my favorite dishes ever) and the hummus was super!..."

Lanaa

"We ordered a range of entrees as well as mains. Every dish was exceptional, made to authenticity. The freshness of the ingredients came through in..."

Tabi Ei

"Very enjoyable food and varied menu. Wonderful flavours and generous serves. Loved the dips,fresh and flavoursome with very generous serve of breads..."

Sally Steele

"selected ingredients，and good services！the sausages r mixed with various herbs. and the dessert plate tastes lovely！such a mouthwatering..."

Old King/kt

"Amazing middle eastern food...servings are small but food is delicious! Went with a group of six and everything was beautiful. Service was..."

Prahran Local

"We love this place. Authentic middle eastern and modern cuisine. We booked the place for our wedding and tried it successfully beforehand. Not a..."

Dina Kerr

"Amazing food and service!Zurouna is great value for money and their food is always tasty (definitely get the calamari and lamb kofte). They're..."

NJ

"Mid-high price range of Middle Eastern food with a homely taste but good value. Managed to get a last minute table for 4 on a Friday night at 8pm....."

Joey Wong

"Hmmm, what can I say about this meal. It reminds me of the time I was climbing a mighty mountain in Alaska. When we got to the top we have a..."

Massi Bass

"Zero in on Zurouna. This Middle Eastern place has only been around for a year or two, but it's a very welcome addition to the inner south, even more..."

Missdelish

"Great service with friendly staff. Ambience was very good with middle eastern music playing and an open setting. Food was amazing. Will be visiting..."

Misha

"My goodness! Just arrived back home from my Lebanese food fix. It was sensational. Hospitality fantastic, food to die for and the atmosphere..."

Jim Wilkinson

"Zurouna: A word meaning visit us- implying in this context to drop in and indulge in a delicious meal. Fantastic location, excellent service and warm..."

Mariposa

"Elegant placeGood quantity for two ( mixed grill. Fatoush. Hommos) But expensive (51 dollar) The restaurant was empty when we arrived..."

Mosha

"Really enjoyable experience. The food was great, the setting atmospheric and the service very adept. Try the haloumi and the vegetable tagine...."

Tian

"Loved this place!Great atmosphere!We trialled a few dishes and were very impressed!The desserts were beautiful!Would certainly go..."

Tekah Kisharn

"Wow, what a find. Our party of four loved it here. Beautiful fresh tasty modern Lebanese food. We couldn't fault it for taste, value and service. ..."

Two Sheds

"Had dinner there last night and the food was exceptional very authentic Lebanese flavors with an uplifted modern style balanced well together ,..."

Roben

"I had banquet mezza- $55pp and was pleased with the range of dishes served. Food is fresh and yummy. Service is great and friendly.Seating..."

LifeForFood

"Love this place!!!! my favourite restaurant. Having lived in the middle east for 10 years...I love the food here..fresh , authentic and the owner is..."

Shreerao7

"Nice food, great service. Very happy with the food, dips, mains and specially the delights. Been there two times; Both times every thing was great...."

Pegah.paquita

"Dropped in.. As invited by their website we "dropped in" after an early evening film at the Como over the road. A balmy evening so we sat outside...."

Silvers

"Great food but Poor Service. I was looking forward to my meal here after reading the rave reviews. I have to admit the service could have been more..."

Saranya Radha

"Amazing food!! I'm of Lebanese decent and the food is better than my mum has ever cooked. My mother is an outstanding cook, the food is just that..."

Zed

"One of the best places for Middle Eastern/labanees food. Different fantastic dishes. MUST..."

Mohammed Alzubaidi

"Delicious. A little pricey, but worth it. Went there with 2 friends, and had the dip platter, cauliflower, & falafel as entrees. Ordered lamb cutlets..."

Karine

"Fantastic food, delicate flavours, elegant interior too, had a great lunch sitting..."

Badapple

"Absolutely excellent food and service. Wine list could be..."

Cath Morris

"Great food and great..."

Juan

"Food was really great, service was fantastic. Very friendly staff. Highly..."

Nad H

"Loved the variety on the set menu, went here with a group of friends on a Saturday night, great food and..."

Foodjunkie

"Excellent food and service was good to. Lots if good quality food and some of the best mezze. Well done we will be..."

Mercs

"Really great tasting Lebanese food. The banquet was fresh with a lot of variety. I was really full after the meal. Ive been back a second time and..."

Hungry Tum

"Delicious!. The food is here is so tasty!! Went here with 3 friends before watching a film, the food came out quickly and it had fantastic middle..."

Theresa M

"Amazing middle eastern best ive ever had by far! Great value / will definitely be..."

Angelique M

"One of my favorite places. This restaurant is really great , very tasty food and great service , please stay the same and keep your high standards..."

Momojaan

"Great location on a warm night, got lots of dishes to share, all tasty. Calamari a highlight. Probably on the pricey side for serving sizes but a..."

Stella Gold

"Turkish Delight!. Came here on a Saturday night, no need for a reservation but the place as buzzing! Seated and were brought drinks quickly...."

SazRaz

"Came here in a group of 14 for lunch today. The decor was great, the service was good and the food was impeccable!For our..."

SezW

"The food was so delicious and the staff are really sweet too. I highly recommend and will definitely be coming back. Nice to eat somewhere that is..."

Tommy Boyce

"Wow! Yum yum yum!! Amazing and authentic lebanese food. Great setting also. Banquet was delicious and generous servings! Can't wait to..."

Melbourne Food Blogger

"Oh wow! This place took me back to the Middle East, the food is delicious and so authentic. The music was spot on. At times when it’s hard to..."

Abdurahman Katamish

"Well I am writing this review as we wait for room in our stomach's to fit in dessert. This place is a blast, friendly staff, great atmosphere, plenty..."

Chip Ip

"We were very unimpressed by this place from the start. We had made reservations for 5 only to arrive to find that there was no table for us. They..."

Bahjat Alirani

"Comfortable and inviting space on busy Toorak Road, where you can have authentic Lebanese cuisine made only with the freshest and highest quality..."

Christo Hattingh

"Delicious Lebanese cusine, lamb cooked to perfection, calamari was also fantastic. Rustic wholesome tastes, highly recommended, service was warm and..."

Winston Ng

Trio Syrian Cuisine

"Always wondered what this little Syrian shop on Lygon Street was like. Well today I went in and it was fantastic! Being a very hot day, I wasn’t..."

Gee

"Halloumi Spinach pie and, pistachio baklava and almond baklava are highly recommended. Service was very friendly, and even better the prices very..."

Matthew Bucki-Smith

"Enjoyed the Middle Eastern food and hospitality. The falafel wrap was great also the Haloumi and spinach triangle. I was so full, I look forward to..."

Laith De Marchi

Moin's Kebab

86/100 (428 ratings)

Restaurants

Middle Eastern

"This place has the best kebabs/HSPs in town !! The people who run it are amazing too and care about providing good food. Highly recommend..."

Pavith Raj

"The BEST HSP and kebab I ever had in Melbourne! The spicy sauce was AMAZING! Quick service And the staff was very..."

Samadhi Bandara

"HSP s are delicious. Customer service is..."

Kalana Bamunusinghe

"Great tasty kebabs and HSP as well. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Orders done very well and on time. Keep up the great work guys... on of the..."

AK MI

"We've been waiting with bated breath in hope that Moins' would return after a 2020 hiatus. They're back and they will not disappoint! Never could I..."

Lady Longstride

"Good value for the money but definitely not "the best kebab ever". Still, many places charge more for inferior quality. Overall service was good..."

Emmanuel Mbala

New Somali Kitchen

86/100 (1270 ratings)

"I am speechless at just how good the food is!!! It isn't just "good", its unbelievably, extraordinarily good. Possibly the best meats we've ever had..."

Jodie

"The best of the best, I’ve been coming back here for years and all I have to say is each time I come here the taste is always to perfection, some..."

Joshua Cumine

"The dish was of generous size for its prize, the lamb was nicely cooked, and it smelt great! The staffs are also so friendly and generous, we will..."

Le Le

"An absolute pleasure everytime I enter this restaurant. Friendly staff, delicious & generous food. Once you eat here, expect to come back again &..."

Jesswithatan

"Only things better than the service is the food. Tried almost every menu item over a period of six months and yet to find a poor dish. Special..."

Trent Sigalas

"Upon entering you are welcomed home 💕 so so beautiful ⁣⁣⁣⁣Wow what a gorgeous little find in the heart of Kensington! Somalian Soup..."

Melbourne Culture Eats

"My score 4.25 stars. This is a composite review of lunch from last December & my second visit (with J) on Tue 23rd April (with photos this..."

Prof. Pinky@LunchLab

"Amazing lamb！Beautiful environment and friendly service. Lamb is prefectly cooked with a special flavor refresh my feelings of how tender meat..."

Jiaqi987261

"First time trying Somali food. First glance it was so big portion. Suitable in starving situation. The taste is delicious. The coffee also special, 1..."

Olgagatha

"New Somali Kitchen is a Flemington restaurant we’ve wanted to visit for a little while, but never got around to until recently. We’re glad we..."

The City Lane

"Great vibe..Had the Work's Lunch which was brilliant, flavoursome and filling. and don't forget the mango yoghurt drink, I definitely recommend..."

Raagz Q

"Delightful place! Strongly recommend the mango yoghurt drink and their signature NSK dish. Excellent service, not to mention a lovely atmosphere...."

Serene

"Free soup to start you off which was delicious. The meat is always tender and flavorsome. Generous portions at decent prices. Just feels like a..."

Manolya Moon

"Amazing African food which also caters to my friend looking for halal food. Good food with a slightly modern setting. We were first served with warm..."

Kacangma

"What beauty... Warm food... Lot of character... Limited but very authentic menu. Somali food served with all the traditional courses like a banana......"

Global Foodie & Filmy

"Absolutely delicious food. Thoughtful presentation. Generous servings and value for money. Warm and friendly hospitality. Really enjoyed the lamb,..."

Big Jess

"Great atmosphere, delicious food and good value! We love the NSK Classic and Combo with the lamb and love the falafels. Service is always friendly..."

Sara

"The best Somalian food I’ve ever had, alone with the best service and manager/owner. The workers lunch along with the lamb shanks are to die for..."

Jessica Cumine

"Absolutely love New Somali Kitchen! The whole experience is something to treasure - you truly feel looked after when you enter. Amazing food and the..."

Anna J

"Nice price for nice food.You can have a bowl of soup on the house if you sit down and dine in the restaurant.The Somali coffee is a..."

Cai Clarice

"Food was hearty and delicious! Staff was friendly. If you’re looking for something different but still in your comfort zone would definitely..."

RaynerG

"amazing food and the portion sizes are huge i would definitely go back again and they even give you a free banana haha overall nice staff and..."

WENRU JIANG

"I am lost for words on this oneThe meat melts... comes off the bones!!The pilaff rice is full of flavourThe wait..."

Haidar

"Cute decor, great value, tasty food, friendly service. I did appreciate that the standard side serving of rice can be replaced with shedded..."

Veggininmelbin

"We came here on an early Wednesday night and had a range of dishes - overall the food is nice but the quality varies by dish quite a bit. The NSK..."

Dunning Kruger

"First time trying African food. I really loved it. Their spices were really good. My partner ordered the classic dish and I ordered the wrap. My..."

Jess

"Delicious, fresh flavours. Staff are lovely and seem genuinely pleased to serve you. The complimentary banana is a nice touch too. Loved the falafel..."

Michael Dunn

"I been here and they place is very well and people are lovely,,,,I tell all friends to go here when they from new Zeland and other Island as well..."

Release Justice

Melbourneats

"Great little spot. Loved the NSK classic, full of flavour. The pastry pockets were also delicious. Nice service and very reasonable prices. Will..."

Bridget Draper

"NSK Combo is a favourite. Their menu selection is limited but everything is SO packed with flavours!! Love the mango/yoghurt dessert as well and how..."

Angel Khong

"We were checking out the menu on the window when a friendly smiling waitress walked out to welcome us and gave us a takeaway menu - that's when we've..."

Joyce Pan

"We bad the platter which gave us a full taste of Somali fare, and Somali coffee to go with. Every customer gets a free banana with their meal as a..."

Nithya Nagarajan

"Wonderful service, filled with culture and the NSK combo-which I highly recommend, is just bursting with flavour, 10/10 would go again, best..."

Alfia.bireyss

"Great service and value for money. they first gave us free fruit as an appetizer !! We ordered the NSK combo and it was delicious. Highly recommended..."

Luan Luu

"Been here twice and ordered the regular size NSK Special both times, last visit had it with the Somali style Falafels and comes with 'bottomless'..."

The Pet Roo

"We've been to this amazing eatery a few times and I cannot recommend it enough. Honest, full-flavoured dishes, neat decor and the most welcoming host..."

Yumba Rumba

"I'm so warmly welcomed here that it feels like coming home. This is one of my favourite places in Melbourne.The wraps are particularly..."

Paradise

"Tiny place. Tiny simple menu. Amazing flavours! Banana tradition is very fascinating & healthy 😂😂. Loved the 3 course platter thing going...."

Zainab Waqas

"Was looking for a quick bite to eat and discovered this hidden gem! Had never tried Somali cuisine and was thoroughly satisfied. Chose the wrap and..."

Jeremy Fuller

"Popped in today for a casual lunch after being attracted my the lovely bunches of flowers on the tables out the front. Immediately felt welcomed..."

Kat

"Was walking around Kensington for a new place to eat when we saw this. We had previously tried many African Restaurants from footscray to north..."

Andra

"NSK should not be missed! Both the NSK Classic and the NSK Combo are fantastic dishes, that are tasty, filling and delivered with exceptional..."

Bella Cameron

"We live nearby and had noticed this place on Racecourse Road, so my wife and I decided to give it a try. Love the fit-out. Friendly attentive staff,..."

Shannon Millard

"From the outside, it looked inviting, very clean & female friendly (not as male dominated) so myself and a Finnish friend went in there with the..."

Minni

"Wonderful service, great atmosphere and spectacular service! After a much anticipated visit to NSK, I was pleased by every aspect of the cosy, but..."

Tara Mae

"Had been meaning to try this place ever since it popped up around the corner - have eaten in twice and had takeaway once, and everything has been..."

Nick Mockford

"to be honest i always get the same nsk special, but it is amazing. cannot get enough! the staff are also lovely and just overall great experience..."

Grace Kim

"Wonderful dining experience at New Somali Kitchen when I dropped by on Sunday for a lazy lunch. There were only 2 staff present, a chef, and a..."

Tony

"Great food. Reasonable price. Simple. Ordered NSK Combo as it came with quite a number of dishes - starters ( sambosa amd falafel), saffron rice,..."

GoodFood Lov£Ř

"Had quite a pleasant experience here for lunch, the menu's simple but varied enough.The Lamb & Fish in the NSK Signature Dish are cooked with a..."

MSY123

"Lamb was cooked to perfection and the dessert was flavorsome! Staff were friendly and professional. The experience was extra special with a banana on..."

Bradley Kendall

"We had a marvellous experience and really enjoyed the flavours and range of the food. Such generous portions and a sweet waitress who memorized all..."

Pat Snape

"The Bur was simply delicious and was apparent it’s been freshly made to order. A perfect example of simple things done really well. This was a..."

Penguineats

"Another outstanding cheap eat. Brilliant, similar to Indian biryani style rice with meat. I had the combo which includes meat, rice, a desert of..."

Japcab

"We came to Flemington for our usual Asian fare when we bump into this little joint. And what a find!!! We've walked past this a couple of times and..."

Makan

"Went to this place as a suggestion and I'm glad I did I can't fault this restaurant.. Food was impeccable and the service was 5 star!!..."

Hiba

"Delicious desserts (all I tried this time). I'm already planning a next trip to try their savory dishes. The service is friendly and its an easy to..."

Marcel S.

"This place is one of the highlights of flemington. Its got a great interior, good music playing and some really nice guys that are going to dish you..."

Cameron Beetham

"Great food. Really nice and homely. Would love to see more variety on the menu, this would definitely have me come more often as I could get more..."

Afshin Nikouseresht

"Just divine. Thank you for coming to the neighbourhood. Good had so much flavour, and true to the word it's a new take on some traditional dishes..."

Sarah Bourke

"Many food outlets come to the area and go quickly due to not putting their heart and soul into it, well hopefully this place can be here for..."

Matt Johns

"tried most of its menu,loved all of them,the rice,meat,sambusa all delicious.the spices fit perfect together.haven't tried the cake yet,can't..."

Moa Moa

"Casual eatery with delicious home style Somali food. The lamb was super tender and the mango dessert left me feeling healthy. Would go back...."

TJ

"Simple favoursome Somali food in a cleanly decorated room and easy service, yes please. Rustic food presentation with strong flavours. The..."

Tony Chen

"Absolutely loved my goat Classic as did my wife with her lamb dish.Terrific flavour, tender, colourful, well presented by attentive and friendly..."

Carol Leeson

"The best somalian food in townTried the NSK CLASSIC LAMBThe lamb so tender and fresh it melts in your mouthThe rice fragrance tempt..."

Abu Humaira

"New Somali Kitchen was cheap, tasty and authentic. You can eat like a king for under 30 dollars. Mango yogurt dessert was a highlight as was the NSK..."

Kayleigh Jade

"SIMPLE BUT AUTHENTIC SOMALI EXPERIENCE IN MODERN SETTINGS. The New Somali Kitchen is a small but very cute and comfortable cafe in the heart of..."

Lulu T. Legrand

"Venue, food, culture and values were on point at the Somali Kitchen.All staff took care of us and invited us into their..."

Anon_420

"Great food and great atmosphere. My partner had the Basta which nice but not a good as the NSK combo. The NSK combo is perfect if your not quite sure..."

Wolf Zimmermann

"The Racecourse Road shopping strip that splits the suburbs of Flemington and Kensington is one rather fascinating neighbourhood, particularly if..."

Nathaniel Stockley

"I live on the other side of the city but this is worth traveling for. Had the warm lamb salad. It's really big, the lamb is amazingly tender and..."

Crackers

"NSK Combo was a favourite. Their menu selection was limited but everything was SO packed full of flavours! The side Sambusa was nicely crispy and..."

Angel Khong

"If you are a fan of Mandi you must try NSK! Their food is amazing but the most disappointing part is that every time we go there either food is..."

Faraad Saleem

"Such a hidden gem! Staff were extremely welcoming, bringing us a cup of broth when we arrived. The food was INCREDIBLE and affordable. We got the..."

Eleni Vassiliadis

"Got recommendations to go to "New Somali Kitchen" during our time in Melbourne. My girlfriend and are here for the "World Food Show". Me a passionate..."

Don Ski

"I had the regular size NSK classic with fish, and complementary lamb broth. So tasty and wish I came here earlier (after living in Flemington for two..."

Thuy

"First time trying Somali food and it was delicious. They serve complimentary soup and bananas. The staff was very nice and polite and did a good job...."

Sasa Hej

"Very good taste with reasonable price. Goat and lamb meat was tender along with good taste of rice without too much spices. Food is halal. Staff is..."

Shahid Ali

"Walking in you receive a warm welcome. The services was amazing and the food amazing. Loved the hot lamb broth and the shared mains was delicious..."

Steven Gabris

Abla's

86/100 (1223 ratings)

"One of the most delicious and homely dining experiences we've had! It was such a treat having Abla come by and chat to us, and being able to take her..."

Sandra Wright

"What a wonderful restaurant! The food is absolutely delicious and the staff so accommodating and friendly. Left with a full belly and feeling like..."

Tanya Azar

"One of the best restaurants in Melbourne- fabulous food & Abla who is a much loved Melbourne identity whose name is synonymous with great cooking & a..."

Di Rolle

"Of all the Lebanese restaurants that i have been to Abla's would have to be the most authentic Lebanese food around. Made with fresh ingredients,..."

Rosanna Chaina Baini

"I've been coming here for 30 years now and still love this place thanks to and old friend Christina Amad who 1st introduced me here and to her lovely..."

Katherine Kmtv Vella

"Awesome food and fantastic service!! Highly recommend..."

Salvatore Vumbaca

"We had a wonderful meal at Ablas. The food was delicious and clearly cooked with love. The staff made us feel incredibly welcome and we were treated..."

Soosie Wong

"Loved everything we ate. Had the banquet and it was delicious. Coffee was great too. Service was spot on, staff were attentive without hovering. We..."

Lorraine Giannelli

"Any one looking for beautiful Lebanese meal in Melbourne Carlton Elgin st Ablas restaurent the place to dine thank u for the beautful meal u..."

Josef Bitar

"Was so looking dining ablaslebaneserestaurant and I wasn’t disappointed..."

Jo-An D Elaro

"I love Abla's, absolutely the best Lebanese food in..."

Janice Leatherbarrow

"The food is amazing! That's a given... What makes this place special is the friendly, family owned vibe. You feel like a welcome guest into the Abla..."

Patrick Adams

"The food and service was outstanding. The atmosphere was lively and Abla spoke to all of her guests. True hospitality. Will be coming back again...."

Matthew Jeffries

"Food is consistently amazing. Better than Lebanon..."

Patricia Maree Amad

"Abla's is an iconic Melbourne restaurant, and for good reason. Not flashy, just damn good food, and great staff. Of you want some traditional..."

Srslyfoods

"Lovely service and generous servings of good quality food. Very happy customers!..."

Valina Whites

"Finally had the chance to try the chicken and rice dish, and it was quite dry although it did not disappoint. The hummus at Abla’s was probably my..."

Kell

"Small intimate cute, and great location. The service is splendid and the food quality is outrageously amazing. Authentic amazing Lebanese cuisine...."

HeraldSun Reviews

"Delicious and wholesome. Recommended as the go to restaurant for Lebanese food in Melbourne. Friendly and attentive service. Walk ins can be..."

Sally Phillips

"The food here is delicious and you can tell they’ve been doing it for generations. Beautiful restaurant set with white table cloths, we sat..."

Erin King

"A great place for authentic Lebanese’s food. Great friendly service and a lovely atmosphere. The dips, skewers and cabbage rolls are a must...."

Rachel Coghlan

"I have been coming here on and off for many years. Every time I do, the food and service is consistently good. If you want good,fresh homemade..."

Jjaass

"Good food! I wish the restaurant was a bit more spacious as it would be hard now to dine there with our baby and pram! We had the banquet and found..."

Samreen Sarfraz Sahhar

"Love love LOVE Abla’s Restaurant! I am a regular and I think I’ve basically tried everything on the menu and have no complaints. I was offered to..."

Sunja2201

"I’d been wanting to come to Abla’s for a number of years. The experience was everything I’d hoped for. I love Lebanese and middle eastern..."

Two Sheds

"There aren’t many dishes on Abla’s menu that don’t include some form of onion and garlic, but that’s OK – the best dish on its menu..."

Sonia Nair

"Tasty kebabs and a warm and cosy dining room. I would rate this place higher if it wasn't for other Lebanese restaurants also serving delicious food..."

Gursharan Chana

"Had the $60 banquet which let us try a little bit of everything. Started off with 3 delicious dips, fave was the Smokey baba ghanoush served with..."

Love2Eat

"There is a good selection of vegetarian dishes at Alba’s. Dips were nice. It would have been better if the pita bread was served warm. Other dishes..."

Vegetarian Food Lover

"Unassuming little restaurant. No much to look at if you walk past, however worth a drop in! Authentic Lebanese and good size servings. Delicious food..."

Ruth Cathcart

"Delicious and authentic Lebanese food which isn't easy to find in Melbourne! Lovely efficient service too and a welcoming atmosphere in this small,..."

Li-La

"Very good Lebanese food.Very accommodating for dietary requirements with many options. Great service and high-quality food...."

Bobby

"Never tried Lebanese food before? Get excited!I have been enjoying my mother's Lebanese cooking for all my life and Abla's makes me proud..."

Michael Daaboul

"Hubby and I came here recently- very busy restaurant. Food is nothing to talk about. The staff were a little awkward when we arrived - didn't have my..."

Frances Mona

"I loved this Lebanese food! It was also great to have the opportunity to meet the chef extraordinaire - she was so sweet and welcoming. The prices..."

Pinch Of Bacon

"We held our end of year staff lunch here and the staff were great. Good value for the price, with plenty of food. Relaxed atmosphere with BYO wine...."

Coco Puff

"We have eaten here a few times now, always during the week night. The restaurant spans over two levels and is a little pokie or homely if you like...."

Cooper

"After walking past this buzzing restaurant several times I finally booked a table for 6. They don't have an online booking system which is fine, when..."

Nate Lal

"Have been here a couple of times before and had sensational meals. Just a little disappointed this time as virtually everything that came to the..."

Arby

"Best authentic Lebanese food.Service was excellent advice well receivedQuality was exceptionalPrices very affordableGreat..."

Greg Stephen

"What can I say about Abla's that hasn't been said before? Always busy, always great food, and always the smiling face of Abla greeting every table as..."

Reets

"Friendly staff and quick service, banquet was great as you got to taste a bit of everything. Really enjoyed the experience and would recommend if..."

Kirsty

"I first experienced Abla's almost 20 years ago, and it was sensational. A week ago we returned with our nephew and his girlfriend, both had never had..."

Showmethecheese

"Although this restaurant is one of Melbourne's longest running, I'm not too sure why it's so popular. Out dining experience consisted of great..."

Brillat_Savarin

"Started by Abla Amad back in 1979, her family recipes ensure an experience of authenticity and warmth. Still strong after over 35 years, Abla’s has..."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"Abla's is just the spot for a great meal with its unpretentious but quality service, decor and menu. I loved the stuffed white zuchini--a light and..."

Vegogutz

"The cosy lounge room feel of Ablas makes you feel like you are eating at your favourite aunty's house. Its busy and convivial and not at all..."

Academic013

"My husband and I were after a quick meal on the way home from work and decided to finally try Abla's. This unassuming restaurant was one of the first..."

Kylie Angelika

"The overall dining experience is very good and authentic here. We were looking for an interesting spot with BYO option and found this neighbourhood..."

David Hewitt

"Customer service is excellent considering it was a very busy evening. The portion of food is decent and I particularly enjoyed the Lahem Mishwee and..."

Elle.theo.aurora

"I will start off by saying the customer service is outstanding however the food left me a little disappointed. I was expecting more from a place so..."

Zio Rob

"Not too familiar with Lebanese food, but thoroughly enjoyed every single thing we ordered. Mix dips to start, filled up with chicken liver and..."

D.Lamington

"Can't really understand some of the harsh comments here by some people. This isn't a Michelin star restaurant and yes Middle Eastern food comes in..."

John Isaac

"Very good. Great value. ..."

K33Lo

"Banquet was a treat. Each dish was cooked and presented to perfection. A very enjoyable dinner. Hasn't lost any of its charm. Highly recommended...."

Simmy Abraham

"Delicious food and generous servings! We had the mixed dips, kibble, and the lamb skewers. We would recommend all three but get a salad if you're..."

Cori Hodge

"If you want top quality Lebanese food in Melbourne, look no further than Abla's. Traditional home style middle Eastern food that is so tasty and..."

Beccy's Adventures

"My Lebanese close friend is a good friend of the restaurant owner, and I had dinner twice. He recommended the raw lamb because of the high quality of..."

Annie Lu

"Wow! Abla is a legend in Melb and with good reason. This place is little, old and not very formal but the food.... Food is amazing. Lady fingers,..."

Shane Lucas

"This place has the best Lebanese food in Melbourne. Their chicken and rice... Well, after a year I can still taste it. A beautiful setting that seats..."

Nancy

"This place has been on my list for a very long time. Finally visited this place with a few friends. Going to this restaurant is like visiting a..."

Delon Andre Coutinho

"Going to Abla's is just like going to your Auntie's house for dinner. The food is warm and homely and the service is there to match. It's a great..."

Moni | Thoughts Of A Moni

"Always stunning, refined, great Lebanese share food. Chicken and rice is exceptional. Thursday's are banquet night. Great atmosphere (Alba often pops..."

Pedro

"I have been coming to this restaurant for years. Abla's has consistently made beautiful lebanese food for a long time. The food is homely and..."

Pari Yass

"Best Lebanese food in Australia. Anyone who has a bad word to say about Abla's is a culinary moron. Don't take my word for it; Heston Blumenthal said..."

Luca Alessandro

"Truly delicious!!! Kibbee Nayeh is definitely a dish that should come with a “don’t try this at home” warning as this wasn’t just any minced..."

LKH

"This family run and owned establishment opened in 1979 with a focus on traditional, home-style food. There is a vegetarian section on the menu but..."

Melbourne Lifestyle Blog

"Abla’s encapsulates more than Lebanese cuisine at its finest, showcasing a period of gastronomic history, an era of culinary genius (safeguarded..."

The Meatologist

"I have been coming to Ablas since I was a little girl. The food is just as amazing as it was when I was younger!! Love the family atmosphere and love..."

BiBi Lucia

"Nice food. Very nice food. Almost everything was spot on. Only the lamb skewers were a bit too salty and overcooked.Banquet on a Friday night is..."

Bec C

"The lack of spare tables is indicative is of the high standard and freshness of the food. Terrific menu and choices offered do not disappoint!..."

Eton's Mess

"Delicious food and great staff. A special mention to Abla herself who is gorgeous and comes out to greet each table. The lamb skewers and chicken..."

Imojaune

"Abla's never fails yo disappoint! Another wonderful evening full of Abla Classics! The staff were adorable to my elderly grandmother! Family and good..."

Pip

"Festivus - Super Delish...... Another awesome middle eastern spot!They did it wellMeat, meat and meat all super flavour dishesNice..."

Deanricho_1999

"Doesnt get more authentic than this. Superb! Fresh ingredients, freshly made with flavours just bursting out. Will be back again...."

Vicki

"Awesome meal. Just the right amount of food. Tough call to decide what we preferred out of the lamb or the chicken which were both gorgeous. That was..."

AdamnNess

"Lovely Food. Had a lovely meal here, including vegetarian dishes. Three of us and we ordered too much. They were happy to provide us with take away..."

Babyboomer

"This is as authentic as Lebanese food comes - for anyone to say otherwise is baffling. I had the pleasure of meeting Abla and the other ladies in the..."

Vonnie86

"Lovely, authentic food. It kind of feels like you're eating at your Grandmother's house (the decor is dated), but it's great for couples or groups,..."

Kristin

"Everything was excellent. Totally scrumptious falafels, and cigars. And the most flavorful shish tawook ever. To end it the meal with Abla herself..."

Shireen Prasad

"Second time here and another fantastic banquet, dish after dish of super tasty food. Certainly return..."

Claude

"Best Lebanese ever. Dips, Lady Fingers, skewered lamb all first class. I'd go again and again...."

Angus McLeod

"Had a banquet dinner at Abla's for my Mum's 60th and it was fantastic - the food was great with plenty of it, they catered to our diverse dietary..."

Once Bitten

"Great night. A friend from out of town rang up last night and suggested a meal out. We settled on Ablas because it was close to where she was staying..."

Bill.freeman.au

"The BEST. End of. Never, ever disappoints...."

Mowie

"Babaganoush is smokin'. Delicious banquet with friendly service. Loved the babaganoush, lamb & beans! A bit cold upstairs. We could BYO wine. Overall..."

Mistermister

"An Old Favourite. Have been here many times and it never disappoints. Buffet highly recommended and being greeted by Abla herself always warms the..."

Tastebuds

"I think the small amount of people who actually don't like this place miss the point of Abla's. It's simple tasty food combined with friendly service..."

Alcobon

"Amazing Lebanese food. You must go!!! Abla keep up the great work unlike the..."

Kay

"4.5/5 Abla’s is a restaurant serving homestyle Lebanese food. It is named after Abla Amad, widely known as ‘the queen of Lebanese cooking’...."

For the Love of Food

"I found this place nice but not spectacular. Feel like most of the items we ordered were very mild tasting so if you're looking for something more..."

Yifei Wu

"I hadnt been out for Lebanese cuisine for a long time. This was so good. Great variety of dishes. Also I ask for the aircon to be put on and they..."

Ben

"Warm and friendly restaurant at a non-busy part of Carlton. The space is a bit small , but the food is generally pretty good with generous portions...."

Israel Oshman

"They had two sittings obviously to be able to fill to capacity and we did feel rushed. We had hardly sat down before the waitress was trying to get..."

V M

"Always an amazing experience going to Abla's. Consistently good no matter how busy. Great menu with an excellent variety for meat and non-meat..."

Ahmed ElAssy

"The experience and food was delightful! My must-have was the flavourful Chicken and Rice. It was just how I had remembered it from all my previous..."

Hannah Thean

Miznon Australia

86/100 (2570 ratings)

"Ordered the classic meal for our wedding anniversary and we were very impressed with the flavour in all the dishes. Generous amount of food for two +..."

Kathy

"one of my favourite resturants in the city. worth a visit on Friday night. service is always so friendly and..."

Show Me The Yummy

"High quality produce cooked simply and perfectly. Don’t feel sick even after over eating here. Loved the beans and the calamari. The bartender was..."

Vi Tran

"Amazing. Divine. Lovely service. It’s just a cauliflower but somehow so much more. There is a tomato on every table? Stock up on the delicious..."

SJFU

"We came here to celebrate hubby's birthday, I can say that we got hooked at the first bite. They transformed minimalist ingredients into very..."

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"Incredible food and atmosphere. Excellent..."

Tom Mullins

"Miznon was among a wide range of choices along Hardware Lane. We tried a couple of their offerings. First up, the Cheakypita. This was..."

Sunny Days Melbourne

"I've always wanted to try Israeli food so I dropped by here on a Friday night for dinner. At first, I was slightly concerned about wait times as I..."

Eats With Quynh & Lina

"Miznon is my favourite restaurant in Melbourne. From the day it first opened I was in love with this place. The food is simple and executed..."

Elodie Nadon

"It was super busy which is to be expected but is was unclear how or where to order. If you can deal with that, you’re guaranteed some good food at..."

Donna Bagnall

"Can’t believe it’s taken me this long to try Miznon! The pitas here are super soft and fluffy! I got the fish pita, and absolutely loved it. The..."

Decent Feed

"Really enjoyed the food here but was really let down by the poor..."

Nikita Kumar

"Miznon has now been opened for just over 2 years and still as popular as ever. I first went in January 2018 ( 6 months after it opened) as I wanted..."

AngeLuvFood8

"3.5Finally made it to Miznon for their perfect pita. The run over potato to start was seemingly a jacket potato squashed flat with some herbs..."

Gee

"One place in CBD we keep going again and again. Amazing food and very friendly staff. Try ratatouille, cauliflower and Chickapeta. Yum and delicious...."

Ravi Nandan

"Love this place! Have been here multiple times and it is my go to please to bring tourists. The vibe is friendly and casual. The cauliflower is..."

Jessica Brisbane Foodie

"Came here on Monday lunch with our family. They were super busy as they are really popular among the office worker. We had lamb, fish and steak &egg..."

Eat_today_diet_tomorrow

"I have been here before and this time around came with my sister, who is a regular customer here, and my husband. Considering it was a Saturday the..."

DuckieLovesToEat

"We had the Bag of green beans, Hot spinach & potato plate and Baby cauliflower flower to share.This restaurant has a casual atmosphere and is a..."

Dijana

"Finally dined in Miznon after being recommended by friends. This is a brilliant sharing restaurant and suits everyone’s needs. The menu has very..."

SouthEastEater

"A great place for sharing dishes and something different! The atmosphere is great and you can see the chefs cooking. This place was..."

Amy Flood

"Roast beef ($19)Calamari ($18)Cauliflower ($14); eggplant ($14)Falafel burger ($15)⭐️ 4.5/5 ⭐️🍴Delicious and..."

Cafehoppingkids

"Plus points for free pickles and the unlimited, complimentary pita with dips (hummus? tahini?)Counter seats over outside seating - staff..."

Croissant Lady 91

"4.5Called into Miznon for a drink on the half chance of some atmosphere on a rainy Melbourne evening after work. Pleasantly surprised by how..."

Espy Eats

"Great food and service in a funky venue on hardware lane. dishes were pricey probs due to being in the CBD but the free bread and sides was a nice..."

Samantics

"Lovely service, friendly staff and appreciate the free pita breads and dips (although they ran out quickly).The lamb pita was delicious...."

Ray

"3.5Located within the European-vibe lane, this eatery has a funkier, cheerful vibe as with the music (though bit too loud on the 1st floor)...."

ＪＯＥＬＬＥ

"Yummy! Got a bit of everything and it was worth it. Best dish were barramundi wings.. WOWOnly down side we were never told about the pita..."

Hungry247

"Ordered the dinosaur bone and it was great! The ribs actually fell off it’s bone and the meat was tender. the cauliflower flower was also really..."

Priscilla Yeo

"We loved 😍This place is famous of the whole baked cauliflower dish. It was delicious, with the light salted edges.They have unlimited..."

Withaknifeandfork

"The pitas came out fast, fresh and tasty. They were soft and fluffy and that falafel patty, delicious.Bag of golden meat had a wonderful..."

Melb_Belly

"First time here :)Loved:* sweet green beans, great refreshing snack, could replace my desire for fries* cute rustic atmosphere,..."

@eat.wit.chu

"It’s my third visit to miznon, and what can I say they never disappoint. The pitas are my absolute favourite. The meat is delicious and definitely..."

Therese Le

I Have A Reservation

"This restaurant is split on 2 levels. Fresh, wholesome and flavoursome food. Service is okay. Enjoyed the eggplant, steak, octopus, chicken..."

Jepps

"Waited about 30 mins for a table at dinner. Not too bad as you could sit and wait inside on the stairs. Food was really delicious, because of their..."

Tasteforyourbuds

"Hardware Lane gemMediterranean street food, casual dining, rustic ambience - go to place for lunch. I have almost tried most of their..."

Shashank And Deepti

"What a surprise! The baked cauliflower is a must have. The beef brisket was delicious. The two of us sat on stools overlooking the kitchen, the vibe..."

Cat

"Mediterranean street food eatery created by master chef Eyal Shani. We booked Miznon for a friend's birthday. What a fantastic meal this was,..."

DeeDee

"I could come here almost everyday. Delicious range of food, been here at least three times and have not been disappointed with any one of their..."

Take T

"Been here twice. Great dining experience and bang for buck. Food was delicious and you get generous amounts of food with the tasting menu. Must get..."

Megan Kong

"This amazing restaurant is by far my most favourite casual place to eat ❤️We all ordered the minute steak in Pita and shared a baked sweet..."

Homerj

"every table has the roast cauliflower .It locates in the hardware lane, we can eat outside, love the environment so much!!! Relaxed with fresh..."

Celia

"You’ll find Miznon Melbourne located on Melbourne’s ever popular Hardware Lane. This Israeli street food eatery was created by Israeli..."

Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)

"My favourite ones are the baby cauliflower, pita with a bone and steak. Very reasonable price. Pretty quick, even though when they were busy. I like..."

Priscillia

"Was pretty surprised by my potato dish. Didn’t look that appealing tasted phenomenal. I was a bit disappointed that the ratatouille didn’t..."

LiamzlEats

"An excellent gem in the middle of the same same hardware Lane. The cauliflower was a surprise. Soft and delicious. The falafel wrap was ok...."

Revolver

"100% worth the hype. The pita is so delicious and flavorful I can guarantee you'll fall in love with it. The cauliflower is also delicious!! It..."

Vivien 🍓🍙

"Have been to Miznon multiple times and it is consistently amazing - guarantee you will be addicted to their pitas (how is their bread so soft?!) and..."

Nini Foodie

"If you are visiting Melbourne and you want a culinary experience then this is the place. We were a group of four and they welcomed us with open arms..."

D Kay Manning

"Food was absolutely amazing. We ordered the intimate pita, and the eggplant love and kebab. The wagyu beef in the pita was cooked perfectly and..."

Anya A.

"Food was delicious, fresh and came out really fast. Service and the staff were super friendly and accommodating. Most of all, the fish, steak and..."

Jessie Kan

"Great food and vibes. Came for weekday lunch with the boys, all were impressed. All dishes were perfectly balanced. Had the set menu - generous..."

Benjamin Cheong

"Restaurant was full but we got seats at the counter, which was brilliant as we got talking with the very friendly chef who kept sneaking..."

Jason B

"I had the absolute pleasure of playing here for a private work function with the mighty AMA band. What a fantastic location and atmosphere! Truly..."

Mark Eaves

Royal Kebab And Cafe

"Haven't had a kebab probably all year and I'm so glad this was my first one in a while! Lamb was moist and plentiful, and salad was fresh. It's also..."

Nheyy

"Can easily say that we are regulars now. I really enjoy visiting this place for two reasons - the HSP and the Doner rolls. It has a very prime..."

Vanessa (TheJumpingDumpling)

"The best kebab I have ever had in Australia. Polite and professional staff.You can also have other Turkish foods such as baklava gozleme highly..."

Yusuf Kilic

"More a 3.5. Got a mixed kebab and it was pretty yummy. It was filled with a generous amount of lamb and chicken meat - so flavourful and tender. It..."

Some Bunee Loves Food

"Taste really awesome! Its better than the other HSP i ever tried before. I really like it and the price is affordable! Would order again next time!..."

Steven Yuniansyah Suyanto

"I don't know how I didn't find this place sooner. It is a small but delicious kebab and HSP place. Honestly, one of the best I've had in Melbourne,..."

Alejandro Maass

"Pretty convenient cafe as I live next door and is always good for a midnight stumble! They always deliver the crispiest chips which are seasoned..."

Karla Tolentino

"Don’t worry about the other reviews that are low, these guys make the freshest and most delicious kebabs. I had to write a review as it annoys me..."

Yes

"If you are looking for delicious food and friendly staff, this is the place for you. I had my meals here number of times and had different food each..."

Fatih Zeydanlı

"This joint is opened til very late into the night/morning. Staff and kitchen workers are cheerful and fun, menu is easy to read and all items are..."

Rachael

"Ordered a Halal Snack Pack with combination of Chicken and Lamb here. Love that the meat was thin and tender. The portion is quite big for the larger..."

Ferry Gondo

"This place is a Turkish special and lives up to the expectations thoroughly. The theme delicacy, the kebabs are delicious. The kebabs come in a wrap..."

Miss_live_to_eat ✔️

"BEST HSP IN MELBOURNE! Food is so fresh and tasty. Service is excellent. Would recommend..."

Sırt Çantasıyla Devri Alem

"Everything here is so tasty. I’ve ordered the HSP, kebabs and chips a few times and it is always delicious and made to high quality. Don’t..."

Aanchal D

"One of the best HSPs in Melbourne! A huge container piled high with crunchy chips, succulent meats, cheese and 3 sauces. Awesome value for money; $27..."

Mostafa Khatab

"Beautiful family I came for a quick bite with my mother we were visiting a friend in the hospital and decided to eat Turkish delights literally they..."

Adam Faybrem

"Ordered a Halal Snack Pack with combination of Chicken and Lamb here. Love that the meat was thin and tender. The portion is quite big for the larger..."

Ferry Gondo

"Priced on the higher side and portioned reasonably ok. Friendly staff and nice vibes to actually dine in as well. Taste of the kebab is good...."

Saravanand Naiker

"Kebab was filled with meat definitely worth the price and was tasty, fryer wasn’t working last time i went but the kebab was..."

Zain

Mr Lawrence

86/100 (1148 ratings)

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"Came here on a Friday night for dinner and was seated upstairs that had a nice view of the ocean. Friendly service as we ordered the squid which..."

Mills

"What a great find!! Right across the Port Melbourne beach is this cool restaurant serving high quality and innovative middle eastern food. We tried..."

Shish, The Foodie

"Went for dinner with a couple of friends and shared the crispy squid, lamb meatballs, roast cauliflower, grilled haloumi to start. You cannot fault..."

Kylmh

"Started out with the falafel. Three egg-shaped falafel on a bed of spiced labneh. Generally I'm not a fan as I find falafel a bit dry. In this..."

DJ

"Came on the Groupon deal. Good food (meatballs and hummus were yummy), friendly staff, and a chilled out ambience. Lovely experience dining out with..."

Nclok94

"We have been to Mr Lawerence several times now and have tried many items from the menu. We love it, food it really delicious, we love the meze..."

Melbourne Foodie

Good Food Good Mood

"Drinks on the deck... superb location particularly while the sunsets over the beach.Didnt get a chance to try the food this visit but we will go..."

Wine And Food Lovers

"We stumbled across Mr Lawrence while strolling around Port Melbourne! The location is ideal, so pretty! You can overlook the whole Port. The store..."

South East Nibblers

"Great location. Good service. Pretty good tapas. Slightly pricey, but reasonable sized tapas meals. Would highly recommend this place if you’re..."

Linda

"Ambiance and location is good, value for money is great but the food wasn't amazing it was just ok. The pizzas were certainly the standout as we..."

Samantha Riely

"Very good falafel, as was the sumac chicken wing starters, the pizzas here are probably the best baked bread pizzas I’ve had, really really good ...."

Izzfizz101

"My overall impression of this place was everything pleases. I could not fault it except for some of the decor but the food and the service was great...."

Bertram Daniel

"Went with living social voucher, so the value weighted against the price we pay is very very good. Housed wine is at average level, every entree..."

Yolanda Wong

"This was a little surprise. Mr Lawrence has moved out of the london and into its own residence with beautiful views In Port melbourne...."

Plummy Loves Yummy

"My friend and I went to Mr Lawrence on a Groupon voucher for the first time tonight. This is a great little place, the staff were welcoming and..."

Toni Pascoe

"Always great food! Change in venue hasn't been a negative thing either! Drinks can get a little expensive so beware!Mostly service is great..."

Flopsymopsy

"Amazingggggg food, especially the BBQ chicken & date balls. The layout is funky & cosy. The staff were really friendly. We will definitely be..."

Jessica

"Beautifully crafted dishes! Full of mouth watering flavours, that are very unique to their cuisine.My favourite dish was the basturma..."

Elysium

"Mr. Lawrence is a middle-eastern restaurant in Port Melbourne that brings the relaxed vibes from the beach across the road. The décor is colourful..."

Olive Sundays

"Loved the decor and presentation of this restaurant. Awesome view of the beach. Food was very tasty and flavoursome. Would definitely recommend!..."

NH

"Came here for a delicious meal on a week night. The place wasn't overly busy, however the service was impeccable none the less. The food was..."

Lauren.as

"A big switch-up has seen Mr Lawrence moving from its old digs at the London Hotel to the previous home of its sister restaurant, Tenpin. The large..."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"Mr Lawrence has bid farewell to its home at the iconic London Hotel, and started afresh down the road in a vibrant new standalone venue at 67 Beach..."

Gastrology

"Tasty Middle Eastern dishes, great wine list, $10 Turkish pizzas on a Monday, great service. I haven't been since they moved locations (such a shame..."

Lou

"Mr Lawerance is the place to be on a Monday night in Port Melbourne. If you can, reserve a table as it was very busy. We ordered the Monday night..."

Split The Bill

"Very interesting, superbly cooked and tasty dishes here - well set up for sharing. Brilliant Monday deal on Turkish pizza means it's always packed..."

George Cockerill

"Love this welcome refurbished version of the classic The London. The food is always delicious, fantastic selection of wine and beer and the..."

Griffo

"We were booked for dinner on a Saturday night. It was fairly busy but thankfully we got a window seat overlooking the ocean. The decor of the place..."

Rit Vika

"Had a birthday dinner for a group of 14 here on Saturday. It was easily organised. The suggestion of a set menu was good. The food was very tasty. My..."

Leslie Davis

"I recently discovered Mr Lawrence and it's already one of my fave summer spots. My preference is the share tapas plates and I highly recommend the..."

Manda Dolly

"We'd booked for lunch on a Sunday at Mr Lawrence at the London on the corner Princes and Beach st in Port Melbourne. It was reasonably busy inside..."

Andrew Turner

"Impeccable Turkish cuisine, & really great staff. Decent prices as well. edit: I've been here 3 times now and re-rating to a 4.5 overall (first..."

Chris

"We have had many a time here at The London with friends and family. And I heard around the grapevine that they are looking to redevelop the..."

John

"Summer is here and nothing better than a cruisey Sunday session at one of the many tables with ocean views. It's funny that I have been going for..."

Big Al

"Tried the $10 Turkish pizzas on a Monday. The food and drink was superb and the waiter was so attentive and polite. The menu was so interesting. I'll..."

Kimberley Shadbolt

"Great food , great service , we really enjoyed the food and atmosphere .The Turkish pizza are highly recommended .Although this place is..."

Aniiyyo

"Chickpea Squid - Amazing! To die for!Lamb pizza - freshly baked, soft bread with delicious minced lamb.Sticky date pudding - was a good..."

Ann Onymous

"In 1 word. Sensational, Pussycat loved it as well, great service and beautiful food, what else could one want on a Sunday afternoon, view is also..."

Peter Emmerson

"Was really pleasantly surprised by the the food at this restaurant! Loved the turkish pizza, would definitely like to go back to take advantage of..."

Keen For Cuisine

"Great food and fantastic service! We had meatballs, lamb pizza and chicken tangine. All very delicious! Great location too :) I highly recommend Mr..."

Christine Naumovski

"This is fast becoming my favourite restaurant, I've come here an embarrassing too many times in the last few months. Good service, beautiful view if..."

L

"The food was great. Staff were friendly. I had Turkish pizzas with red wine. Beautiful location. Definitely will visit again soon. Check this out..."

Christian Eliab Ratnam

"Amazing Turkish pizza!!! Monday night they have pizza specials, definitely worth the visit!! Beautiful location. Also great for drinks on night out,..."

Stephanie Watts

"5/5 - Oh what a gorgeous location! Sit outside on a warm sunny day and enjoy the views - especially at sunset! This place does amazing..."

ToorakM

"Been here a couple of times for work lunches. Nice location with views of the Spirit of Tasmania. Food portions, even pizzas are not large so you can..."

Miffy

"Place is beautiful and great location. The food is amazing. Always bring friends here because I know they will like the food and the..."

Nicky M

"The Turkish pizza's are delicious and the Turkish flavours have a great modern spin . We sat out the front looking over the road at the water and..."

Amber KH L

"Amazing Middle Eastern flavours in a beautiful setting whether it be outside watching the gorgeous sunset in Port Melbourne or inside in the..."

Steve Levon

"We recently stopped into Mr Lawrence for a quick bite and were pleasantly surprised. The food was tasty and the staff were friendly and attentive. We..."

Ash McCallum

"A definite favourite ever since they were able to find us a last minute table on Valentine's Day a couple of years ago. Excellent food, the lamb and..."

Lizabeth

"Some friends and I dropped in on a Sunday afternoon and it was the perfect choice for a sunny summers day. The food was delicious with great flavour..."

Finger Lickin

"This is my local and I LOVE it! Food, view and service is fantastic! Flavours and menu is awesome and caters to all food allergies! Define highly..."

Meghan

"my wife and I had lunch last week and we really liked it, the menu has a great choice and what we tried was very tasty, a broad selection of beers..."

Howardpeter243

"Catch up the girls for an early dinner... Loved the prawn haloumi fritters (yummy)...friendly staff, great atmosphere, cosy. Awesome local..."

Ang

"We were out and about in port Melbourne and hungry. The building has been around forever so we thought we'd give it a try. We were pleasantly..."

Christine A

"Fantastic venue with friendly staff. The pizzas were absolutely amazing and you get a great view of the ocean. Highly highly recommend this place...."

Emily Russell

"Went for lunch with a visitor from the UK on a Thursday. Really impressed with the service (both speed and friendliness). The dishes were all..."

MrsChoosy

"Good for vegetarians! Stopped in on a Monday lunch - $10 pizzas - perfect. We had a variety of dips pizza and salad. All fresh, nicely presented,..."

Sean Mitchell

"Really nice restaurant on the waterfront in Port Melbourne! The honey and orange pork ribs were delicious! As was the watermelon salad! The Turkish..."

Heidi

"Great location + Fantastic Food + Nice Beer on Tap. This place is more than value for what you pay for, especially in in such a prime location. Heard..."

Anguli Mala

"In summer this place is highly recommended- delicious craft beers, excellent food and friendly staff. I would recommend the pide pizza and chicken..."

Elizabeth Rose

"Great informal restaurant, which serves beautiful fresh food. We dined with children (5pm) & they were also catered for well.Great service &..."

Food Lover

"Fantastic place with friendly staffs and cozy space. Make sure you stop by here to chill under the summer sunshine if outside already felt too hot..."

Helenaconia

Irene

"I feel that this will become a new favourite. Great fit out with quality food that made me want to eat it all..."

Nathan W

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FoodieAboutTown

"A healthy lunch. A cafe that serves plenty of healthy food, the falafels are..."

Bower

"Food fabulous. Service..."

CeraK

"...a stylish yet cosy place for a meal, in an almost unmatched location across from the beach. Where things have changed, they are exclusively for..."

Fatcat

"Four dinner visits and great every time!The lamb & pinenut boureks and the ricotta & spinach fritters are just amazingThe broadbean falafel..."

Bec C

"Outstanding. Amazing dishes - fantastic service - good prices The flavors of all our dishes were brilliant - flatbreads Prawn pizza, pulled pork..."

Vincent

"Love this place.. My reg lunch of falafels with caulifloer/pomegranate salad..."

SaladGirlMelbourne

"Fantastic place. We went to Mr Lawrence for a Melbourne Cup lunch and were totally overwhelmed by the quality of the food, the caliber of the service..."

Mauricemm

"Fantastic food. We ordered a prawn Turkish pizza and a rocket salad for two to share. The serving size was a little on the small side for the price,..."

Satiety Society

"A bit overpriced but generally the good is good. Ideal for an afternoon in the sun and a bite to eat. Food is well presented and most of the dishes..."

JC

"Absolutely loved it, attentive friendly staff & great food,we came down with few friends and were well taken care off was a bit busy but food was..."

MelbFoodie

"Great food. Service started poorly but quickly picked up.Great looking restuarant.Tasty food with good sized portions.would go..."

Jacq

"Loved It!. We went here for Friday lunch on a Cudo voucher. The food was excellent. Such lovely flavours. We had prawns for entrée, pulled pork and..."

Humpty's Mrs

"Great place for dinner. A little culturally confused/(diverse) in both decorations and food, but they've picked some great dishes to mix and match..."

Mara J

"Great location, amazing food, service and atmosphere. Most certainly recommend and will be..."

Dilek Toygun

"Absolutley delicious food, i love the vibe of the restaurant too, very cool will be coming..."

Tia C

"Perfect dinner with great staff. Easy choice will go..."

Rhonda Kortum

"Beautiful restaurant and great location. Service is a little slow but it actually just made us enjoy the evening more and take our time with the..."

Kerry F

"Absolutely incredible meal! Fantastic flavours and reasonably priced. We orders a few entrees and one main which was more then enough for my wife and..."

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