They were one of the first Lebanese charcoal chicken shops to open over 10 years ago and to this date remain the best. All the food from their charcoal chicken, salads, dips and falafel are cooked and taste the traditional middle eastern way. The chicken is moist and dipping it in their homemade Toum is delicious, prices are affordable especially when feeding a large family and the shared plates are generous servings. The staff are all friendly, efficient and helpful but my favorite would be Sarah because she always helps especially if you have dietary restrictions or allergies. Awafi’s food taste like a traditional...
Read moreThis was a very nice chicken, chips and tabouli.
In the area, it is in that is to be expected !
It was perfectly pleasant, but was it a standout that i would recommend to friends...?
No, it was not. I did think it was the same as Awafi in Punchbowl but it is Not.
I would happily return as I enjoyed the food but just would not go out of my way to go there. In fairness I did not try the dips other than garlic and would try these if I were to return.
Loses points for atmosphere as they had the TV on with the horseraces going. Felt like we were...
Read moreForget all those 10 course degustation meals at those posh restaurants; it's moments like this when you try a complete gem in suburbia that make it worthwhile as a food blogger.
The chicken is tasty and as I cut this up in my lebanese bread, with a touch of garlic, add in a gherkin, a radish and some chips - I am in surburban chicken heaven. I've been told sometimes the chicken is a bit dry but take your chances. The garlic sauce is worth it.
Dine in Charcoal Chicken with the trimmings $20. Chips are salty, nice crunch and orgasmic with the...
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