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10 Best Lebanese Restaurants in Brisbane

Lebanese restaurants in Brisbane vary from mezza bars and family-platter venues to casual kebab cafés, bakeries and takeaway specialists. The right choice depends on whether you want a shared sit-down meal, a quick wrap, a Lebanese breakfast or food for a group.

Start with the menu format, then check vegetarian choices, charcoal-grilled meats, buffet or banquet options, seating style and ordering methods. Location also changes the experience, from South Brisbane evenings to destination trips in Upper Mount Gravatt or Slacks Creek.

How this guide is ordered

Every business on this page was measured on the same four things: how focused it is on Lebanese restaurants, how its clients rate it, how much it tells you up front and which parts of Brisbane it looks after.

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Compare 10 Lebanese Restaurants in Brisbane

Mandi Al Arabia, Brisbane#1
What stands out
  • Private family-room seating

  • Chicken and lamb mandi platters

Mandi Al Arabia

4.82,023 reviews
3-4/214 Kingston Rd, Slacks Creek QLD 4119, Australia
Best for
Family and group Middle Eastern diningMandi platters and shared meals

Mandi Al Arabia serves Middle Eastern mandi and family-style meals in Slacks Creek. The menu includes chicken and lamb mandi, shared platters, salads, small plates, desserts and coffee, with portion options for solo diners and groups. Family rooms and divided seating provide a more private setting.

The restaurant offers dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering, alongside outdoor seating and live music. Its food centres on cooked meats, aromatic rice, chutney, curd and salad.

Zooroona Shawarma & Snack, Brisbane#2
What stands out
  • Freshly shaved shawarma meat

  • Pickup and delivery ordering

Zooroona Shawarma & Snack

4.8688 reviews
2796 Logan Rd, Underwood QLD 4119, Australia
Best for
Middle Eastern takeaway and deliveryShared shawarma platter meals

Zooroona Shawarma & Snack brings Middle Eastern food to Underwood through freshly prepared shawarma wraps, loaded snack packs, grilled meats, falafel and salads. Traditional spices, freshly baked bread, shaved meat and flavour-packed sauces shape the offer, with the Arabian Plate and mixed platters providing substantial meal formats.

The restaurant suits a quick takeaway, a delivered meal or a shared feed. Online ordering supports both pickup and delivery, with orders manually confirmed and preparation updates provided through the ordering platform. That combination of broad menu choice and practical ordering makes it useful for both individual meals and groups.

Shawarma palace Restaurant And Shisha Lounge, Brisbane#3
What stands out
  • 100% Halal-certified ingredients

  • Freshly grilled shawarmas and kebabs

Shawarma palace Restaurant And Shisha Lounge

4.8598 reviews
319-321 Redbank Plains Rd, Redbank Plains QLD 4301, Australia
Best for
Halal Middle Eastern diningShawarma, kebabs and mezzeVegetarian-friendly Levantine meals

Shawarma Palace serves 100% Halal-certified Middle Eastern cuisine inspired by Levantine and Syrian traditions. The menu includes freshly grilled shawarmas, kebabs, mezze, hummus, falafel, fattoush and wraps such as chargrilled chicken with garlic sauce, salad and pickles.

Diners can choose between quick bites and family meals, with takeaway and delivery available. Vegetarian-friendly dishes are offered, while the restaurant’s evening hours run from 3pm to midnight every day. The menu focuses on fresh preparation, traditional spices and generous Middle Eastern flavours.

Dark Shepherd, Brisbane#4
What stands out
  • White Pyrenees lamb cooked over fire

  • Private 10-seat dining room

  • 140-bottle wine list

Dark Shepherd

4.71,421 reviews
The Star Brisbane, The Terrace, Level 4/33 William St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Best for
Celebratory Mediterranean diningGroups sharing woodfired dishesPrivate dinners and events

Dark Shepherd is a lamb-focused Mediterranean restaurant at The Star Brisbane, pairing woodfire cooking with a moody, upmarket dining room. White Pyrenees lamb leads a menu that also includes seafood, grilled meats, plant-based dishes, small plates, desserts and vegetarian options. Signature elements include pillow flatbread, dips and a state-of-the-art woodfire oven, while the bar offers cocktails, premium spirits, beer and a 140-bottle wine list. The 120-seat dining room supports groups and celebrations, with a private 10-seater for more intimate occasions. Lunch and dinner bookings are available, alongside catering and a kids menu on request.

shysh, Brisbane#5
What stands out
  • Lebanese street food and morning café fare

  • Bar alongside coffee and pastries

  • Relaxed South Brisbane setting

shysh

4.7205 reviews
186 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
Best for
Breakfast, coffee and pastriesCasual Lebanese street foodDiners wanting food and drinks in one visit

shysh is a relaxed South Brisbane restaurant serving Lebanese street food and drinks, with morning coffee and pastries also available. The menu suits a quick breakfast, coffee stop or casual meal, with dishes such as shakshuka, halloumi wraps and croissant Benedict mentioned among the food enjoyed there. Its bar adds drinks for later visits, while the relaxed setting works for a bite during a day in the area or a more regular meal. The offering combines Middle Eastern-inspired food with café-style morning options rather than a single-purpose dining format.

Tarbouche Mezza Bar, Brisbane#6
What stands out
  • Weekend live music

  • Lebanese buffet dining

Tarbouche Mezza Bar

4.6887 reviews
56 Boundary St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
Best for
Lebanese mezza and shared plattersGroup dinners and celebrations

Tarbouche Mezza Bar brings Lebanese dining to South Brisbane through mezza, mixed platters, buffet meals and small plates. The menu caters to lunch, dinner, brunch and late-night visits, with vegan and vegetarian choices alongside meat dishes, cocktails, wine, beer and coffee. Outdoor seating, group dining and catering make it adaptable for celebrations, while live music is part of the venue’s evening character. Reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner, particularly when planning a group meal.

Baalbek, Brisbane#7
What stands out
  • Family platters built for sharing

Baalbek

4.6793 reviews
10/250 Kingston Rd, Slacks Creek QLD 4127, Australia
Best for
Family meals and generous Lebanese plattersCharcoal-grilled meats with traditional sides

Baalbek serves Lebanese and Middle Eastern food in Slacks Creek, with dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering available. The menu includes tabouli, fattoush, hummos, charcoal chicken, shawarma, shish tawouk, kafta, mixed grills and family platters, alongside vegetarian dishes such as batata harra.

Generous shared meals make the restaurant suitable for family dining, celebrations and groups wanting a range of grilled meats and sides. A quarter-chicken meal includes rice, salad, chips, garlic, pita and a drink, while larger packs are designed for sharing.

Little Beirut, Brisbane#8
What stands out
  • Lebanese share-plate format

  • Kebabs and vegetable platters

Little Beirut

4.51,319 reviews
14A Lambert Rd, Indooroopilly QLD 4068, Australia
Best for
Groups sharing Lebanese dishesDiners seeking kebabs and plattersConvenient takeaway meals

Little Beirut is a relaxed Indooroopilly restaurant serving Lebanese share plates, kebabs and vegetable platters, with cocktails alongside the food. Its platter format suits couples, families and groups wanting to sample several grilled meats, salads, dips and breads in one meal, while the menu also supports a simpler takeaway choice such as the Little B box. The restaurant offers a Middle Eastern alternative to eating inside the shopping centre, with pick-up available for diners who prefer to take the meal away.

Watany Manoushi Lebanese Foods, Brisbane#9
What stands out
  • Lebanese food and supermarket together

  • Manoushi and Lebanese pizzas

Watany Manoushi Lebanese Foods

4.5833 reviews
Shop 5&6 6/2120 Logan Rd, Upper Mount Gravatt QLD 4122, Australia
Best for
Lebanese bakery food and breakfastVisitors combining a meal with grocery shopping

Watany Manoushi Lebanese Foods combines Lebanese restaurant dishes with a grocery selection in Upper Mount Gravatt. The menu includes manoushi, Lebanese pizzas, falafel wraps, lamb dishes, foul, cheese fatayer, grape leaves and Lebanese bread, with breakfast sets available for an earlier meal. The food suits diners seeking bakery-style Lebanese specialties, filling wraps or plates designed for sharing.

Customers can also shop for groceries during the visit, making the venue more than a single-meal stop. Outdoor seating is available, although it is the main practical limitation noted for the dining setup. Its draw for visitors from Brisbane’s northside suggests it can suit destination food trips as well as local meals.

No No's Lebanese Cuisine, Brisbane#10
What stands out
  • Wood-fired, made-to-order kebabs

No No's Lebanese Cuisine

4.5596 reviews
158 Musgrave Rd, Red Hill QLD 4059, Australia
Best for
Lebanese kebabs and vegetarian optionsCasual lunch or takeaway sweets

No No's Lebanese Cuisine serves Lebanese kebabs, platters and treats in an unpretentious Red Hill cafe with pavement seating. Its food suits casual lunches, takeaway visits and diners looking for vegetarian choices alongside grilled meat.

The menu is associated with made-to-order kebabs, wood-fired cooking, falafel, tabouli, garlic sauce, homemade savoury pastries, baklava and lady finger sweets. Lamb and vegetable kebabs provide distinct choices, while platters offer a broader meal format.

The comparison at a glance

#BusinessRatingReviewsBest for
#1Mandi Al Arabia 4.82,023Family and group Middle Eastern dining
#2Zooroona Shawarma & Snack 4.8688Middle Eastern takeaway and delivery
#3Shawarma palace Restaurant And Shisha Lounge 4.8598Halal Middle Eastern dining
#4Dark Shepherd 4.71,421Celebratory Mediterranean dining
#5shysh 4.7205Breakfast, coffee and pastries
#6Tarbouche Mezza Bar 4.6887Lebanese mezza and shared platters
#7Baalbek 4.6793Family meals and generous Lebanese platters
#8Little Beirut 4.51,319Groups sharing Lebanese dishes
#9Watany Manoushi Lebanese Foods 4.5833Lebanese bakery food and breakfast
#10No No's Lebanese Cuisine 4.5596Lebanese kebabs and vegetarian options

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Lebanese restaurants across Brisbane

The list spans South Brisbane, Indooroopilly, Upper Mount Gravatt, Red Hill, Slacks Creek, Underwood and other Brisbane areas. It therefore includes both local casual stops and destination-style venues. Use the suburb as a practical filter, especially when choosing delivery, takeaway or a group booking. For larger meals, confirm reservations or ordering arrangements before travelling.

Lebanese dining formats and occasions

  • Mezza and shared plattersSmall plates, dips, salads, breads and mixed platters designed for couples, families and groups to share.
  • Charcoal-grilled meatsShawarma, chicken, lamb, kafta, shish tawouk, kebabs and mixed grills feature across the listed menus.
  • Vegetarian and vegan choicesFalafel, vegetable platters, salads, hummos and other meat-free dishes support varied Lebanese meals.
  • Breakfast and bakery foodManoushi, Lebanese pizzas, wraps, pastries, foul and breakfast sets suit earlier visits and bakery-style dining.
  • Takeaway and deliverySeveral venues provide pickup, takeaway, delivery or online ordering for meals away from the restaurant.
  • Group dining and celebrationsBuffets, family rooms, catering, outdoor seating, live music and substantial platters support occasions with several diners.

How to choose a Lebanese restaurant in Brisbane

  1. Match the meal formatAsk whether the venue is best for mezza, individual wraps, a buffet, charcoal grill, bakery food or a family platter before choosing.
  2. Plan for the group sizeCompare platter portions, family packs, seating style and reservation requirements if several people will dine together.
  3. Check dietary choicesAsk which vegetarian, vegan or meat-free dishes are available and whether they are full meals or side-sized options.
  4. Choose dine-in or takeawayVerify whether pickup, delivery, catering or table service is offered, and whether online orders require manual confirmation.
  5. Confirm the occasion detailsFor live music, outdoor seating, celebrations or late-night dining, ask about the relevant session and booking arrangements.

Frequently asked questions

Which listed Lebanese restaurants suit a group meal?

Tarbouche Mezza Bar, Baalbek, Little Beirut and Mandi Al Arabia all describe shared dishes or platter-style dining. Tarbouche also mentions group dining and catering, while Mandi Al Arabia lists family rooms and divided seating. Compare portion format, seating and reservation requirements for your group rather than choosing solely by cuisine.

Are vegetarian options available at Lebanese restaurants in Brisbane?

Yes. The listed menus include vegetarian dishes such as falafel, hummos, tabouli, vegetable platters, batata harra and other meat-free choices. Tarbouche describes vegan and vegetarian options, while Shawarma Palace also offers vegetarian-friendly Levantine meals. Ask about the specific dishes and preparation when dietary needs are important.

Can I order Lebanese food for takeaway or delivery?

Many listed venues offer takeaway, pickup or delivery. Baalbek, Mandi Al Arabia, Zooroona Shawarma & Snack and Shawarma Palace all describe away-from-venue ordering, while Zooroona supports online pickup and delivery. Check whether the restaurant manually confirms orders and whether the full dine-in menu is offered for delivery.

Do Lebanese restaurants in Brisbane require reservations?

Some do or strongly recommend them for lunch, dinner and group occasions. Tarbouche Mezza Bar recommends reservations, and Mandi Al Arabia lists reservations as required. Other venues may suit casual walk-ins or takeaway. For a celebration or larger party, contact the restaurant before travelling and confirm the seating arrangement.

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