El Afraah Bakery Kogarah — Restaurant in Sydney

Early mornings before catching a train at Kogarah needs a breakfast fix and what better than Lebanese baked goods? While the humble store is cramped inside with minimal outdoor seating, the family makes do with the small space to create tasty pastries that waft out onto the streets. The young man at the front is very welcoming and affable, giving recommendations and offering toppings such as chilli flakes that I have never been asked of before. The bread are distinctively baked in a wood-fired oven, producing a toasty char that expands the texture and flavour of the dough. This eccentricity is fully displayed in their pizzas, an airy dough augmented with a rustic crisp and a tinge of bitterness from natural leopard spots. Their zaatar topped with cheese pizza is exploding with fragrance from its generous slathering of zaatar kept in check underneath a mild mozzarella layer. In some parts where the cheese was absent, the zaatar blend became too overpowering and clouded the taste buds. I had high hopes for their meat pizza too but I was let down by their meat which tasted too much of tomato paste, similar to bolognese, rather than juicy meat with a nonpareil spice mix you can't put a finger on. If anything, try out their shanklish pie. Its flaky exterior leads into the nutritious crunch of tomatoes and onions that enlivens the mouth. My first taste of shanklish was a beautiful marriage of spicy and salty, even better when complemented with the clean-tasting vegetables. The pie is unexpectedly filling and an underrated breakfast/lunch option that could use the spotlight! Same can be said for their pies and pockets that flaunt a spectacular, golden brown crust and soft dough within. Treat yourself to the mixed cheese pocket with its delightfully creamy filling that is full of cheese pull potential. I'll certainly be eating more and I won't get enough of having front row seats to their wood-fired oven...

El Afraah Bakery in Kogarah is a standout destination for pizza enthusiasts seeking a fusion of traditional and Lebanese flavors. Located at 23A Railway Parade, this bakery offers a diverse menu that caters to various tastes. Their classic pizzas, such as the Meat Lovers and Vegetarian, are crafted with fresh ingredients and baked to perfection. However, it's their Lebanese-style offerings that truly set them apart. The Zaatar Pizza, for instance, combines aromatic herbs with a crispy base, delivering a unique and satisfying taste experience. Another highlight is the Peri Peri Chicken Pizza, praised by patrons for its flavorful kick and quality toppings .

Customers have lauded El Afraah Bakery for its delicious food and efficient service. One reviewer noted, "I must say I've never had pizza like the peri peri; I can eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for life" . The bakery maintains a commendable rating based on numerous reviews, reflecting its consistent quality and customer satisfaction . Whether you're in the mood for a classic slice or eager to try something new, El Afraah Bakery offers a delightful pizza experience that keeps patrons returning for more. Really...

Went to buy a pepperoni pide for $8, that’s was fine, I keyed my password on my phone to pay and was told minimum purchase for card is $10! 🤬, the girl who served me then says with a smile would you like to buy a drink? Ahhh no!, it bothered me the way she said it like I was being held to random either pay for something else or no pide, being put on the spot I immediately said to her, “that’s wrong what you did just then” she gave a puzzled look as if she wasn’t expecting any blow back, I said to her “the way you do business by forcing an extra sale if it’s under $10 is not right, what you should have said is if it’s under $10 we have to charge a surcharge and given me the option”, she replied “we don’t charge customers a surcharge”, I’m thinking 💭 Oooh but you got no problem telling me to purchase a drink instead?. Before leaving I said to her you should offer the surcharge instead of forcing an extra sale, some people will take offence to how you come across. No reply. 1 star. On a positive note the pepperoni pide was 10/10 as usual. Can’t...