Sydney, we have missed you and have missed providing unforgettable experiences and taking the community on exceptional culinary journeys.
Reserve now and don’t miss out.
Welcome to Zahli. A dining experience like no other.
Drawing from the history, culture and tradition of Lebanon, Zahli has been named after one of the most iconic regions in the country. Experience Lebanese cuisine the way it should be experienced – sampling staple dishes, tasting traditional recipes, and basking in an ambiance of warmth and comfort.
hours
monday: closed
tuesday – wednesday – thursday – sunday: 12pm until 9pm
friday – saturday: 12pm until 10pm
location
529 Elizabeth St,
Surry Hills NSW 2010
Bringing Lebanese authenticity to the heart of Surry Hills
Zahli, Sydney’s best Lebanese restaurant.
Our name comes from a beautiful area in Lebanon where the Bardouni river flows from Mount Sannine. Among other things, Zahlé is steeped in the tradition of Lebanon’s famous mezza and on warm evenings, there is nothing finer than dining outdoors at one of the excellent restaurants that line the river banks. Wine and poetry flow in equal measure – there have been many poets and writers born in Zahlé and some of the best wines and araks in the region, originate in this small area.
Here at Zahli in Elizabeth Street, Sydney CBD, we have brought this experience to life. Our Lebanese restaurant will take you to the banks of the Sannine on a warm summer’s night. We have created the perfect atmosphere and menu, exuding a modern take on Middle Eastern food. We are committed to delivering excellence in taste, service and unique experiences, with memories to last a lifetime.
Using tradition as foundation, our Executive Chef and his team create their own interpretation of contemporary and flavoursome dishes.
Zahli is the perfect place to host any occasion. We also offer catering for events and with our delectable dishes, your guests will experience Middle Eastern cuisine at its finest.
You may well have been to a Lebanese restaurant before, but none quite like Zahli.
Book a table
Please feel free to contact us at least 24 hours in advance of the booking if you have any specific dietary requirements and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
In addition, we are also able to offer dietary specific tasting menus upon request. Menu items and prices are subject to change.
For milestone events and catering, our team is readily available to work with you to create the most unforgettable experience. Make each moment special with Zahli.
Introducing our new video series, where our head chef, Elie, dives deep into what makes our dishes (and Lebanese cuisine) so phenomenal.
Here's a small glimpse into Elie’s international experience! See the love, effort and special touch behind each and every Zahli dish. 🤗👨🍳 Enjoy!
Stay tuned for our next video coming in November.
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We love to hear about the experiences you’ve had with us here at Zahli Restaurant, and appreciate all the wonderful testimonials from our customers.
Thank you, Helen! So excited to have you all back with us! Let us know about your time spent at our restaurant. 👇
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For all our vegetarians, our menu provides delicious and flavourful vegetarian options to suit your preferences, such as these vegetarian kebabs 😋
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Once again, we've come out on top! 🎊
This is the third consecutive year that Zahli Restaurant has won the World Luxury Restaurant Award for Lebanese Cuisine, and we couldn't be happier! 🥳
Thanks to everyone who voted, to our loyal customers and our amazing staff. As a result of this success, we are reminded of our dedication to provide a dining experience that is unmatched.
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Our doors are finally open, again! And oh, we missed you!
Celebrate the end of lockdown with a Lebanese feast. Reserve your table today via link in bio.
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1 MORE DAY.
Zahli Restaurant reopening tomorrow. Visit our website via link in bio to reserve your table NOW!
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2 DAYS LEFT.
Zahli Restaurant reopening on Tuesday 12 October. Visit our website via link in bio to reserve your table NOW!
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3 DAYS LEFT.
Zahli Restaurant reopening on Tuesday 12 October. Visit our website via link in bio to reserve your table NOW!
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We miss seeing satisfied smiles like these and can't wait to have you all back soon!
Here at Zahli, we love to provide you with the best modern middle eastern experience—filled with delicious food and an authentic Middle Eastern dining experience for you, your family and friends to enjoy.
Photo credit: @shanngards1
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By empowering people to connect, meaningfully, we can change lives. Over the past year, we have witnessed unprecedented circumstances, putting a strain on many individuals' personal, professional, social and emotional wellbeing. Today, and every day, we're reminded that by asking a simple question, we allow for open channels of communication, showing people we're not alone: “R U OK?"
Love your dining experiences here at Zahli?
If so, please click the link in our bio to vote for us on Australian Good Food Guide 🤗 We appreciate your support and can’t wait to have you all back in our restaurants to dine with us, hopefully sooner rather than later!
Some good news, in what has sometimes been a tough year for us all: the team here at Zahli are so excited and honoured to have been awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2021 😌 Thank you for all your constant support and for all the recognition you give to us here at Zahli!