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Middle Eastern restaurant in Melbourne, Victoria
What should I order at Maha Restaurant?
What to order
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Roasted Lamb Shoulder
Mentioned several times as a standout main, with reviewers calling it incredible, delicious, and especially loved for its rich flavour and slow-cooked tenderness.
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Chicken Wings
Highlighted as a personal favourite and described as absolutely perfect, with another review also listing them among the meal’s best dishes.
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Soufra Menu
Frequently recommended as the best way to experience Maha, with multiple reviewers praising the generous portions, balanced courses, and consistently excellent flavours.
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Lebanese Garlic Dumplings
Specifically praised for their amazing flavour, with the combination of smoky eggplant, pine nuts, and red pepper making them stand out.
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Ali Nazik
Called incredible in one review, showing it was a memorable and highly satisfying dish for guests who ordered the set menu.
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Whipped Hummus With Heirloom Tomatoes And Roasted Capsicums
Described as incredible and singled out as a delight, with reviewers clearly impressed by its freshness and flavour balance.
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Beef Dumpling Dish
Specifically noted as a favourite starter, praised for being particularly enjoyable among the shared dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 11 PM |
About Maha Restaurant
Stylish and contemporary setting for creative Middle Eastern fine dining meals by chef Shane Delia.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Maha Restaurant known for?
Maha Restaurant is best known for its set menu, especially the Soufra experience, and for dishes like roasted lamb shoulder, hummus, and turkish delight donuts. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the wine pairing and sommelier guidance as part of what makes the meal stand out.
What dishes are most recommended at Maha Restaurant?
Reviewers most often highlight the roasted lamb shoulder, whipped hummus, Lebanese garlic dumplings, kingfish, and turkish delight donuts. The Soufra menu is also a common recommendation because it lets diners try several of the restaurant’s most praised dishes in one meal.
What is the atmosphere like at Maha Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with dim or warm lighting and a lively but not overly loud feel. It suits dates, groups, and solo diners, and several reviews note that it feels polished without being stiff.
Is Maha Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Maha Restaurant is on the more expensive side, but reviewers often say the food, cocktails, wine, and service make it worth the price. The generous portions on the Soufra menu and the quality of the wine pairing are frequently cited as reasons the experience feels worthwhile.
Do I need a reservation at Maha Restaurant, and when should I go?
Yes, Maha Restaurant accepts reservations and lists lunch and dinner reservations as recommended, with dinner reservations also noted as required. Reviews suggest it can be busy and packed, so booking ahead is the safest way to get a table, especially for special occasions.
Is parking available at Maha Restaurant?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Maha Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Maha Restaurant offers vegan options.
