Gungahlin locals already know what sets El Jannah apart – our legendary Lebanese charcoal chicken, crispy fried chicken, and that famous garlic sauce everyone craves. Whether you’re here for a quick lunch, a family dinner, or delivery straight to your doorstep, El Jannah Gungahlin serves up the flavours that North Canberra residents and visitors can’t get enough of.
El Jannah (Gungahlin) Chicken Shop
Feast with El Jannah Gungahlin
Gungahlin has quickly become home to one of El Jannah’s standout locations in Canberra’s growing northern district. Locals and visitors know us for our smoky Lebanese charcoal chicken, golden fried chicken, falafel rolls, and a selection of dips that keep people coming back. Whether you’re grabbing a takeaway, enjoying a relaxed dine-in with friends or family, or ordering delivery straight to your door, El Jannah Gungahlin delivers the bold, authentic flavours the ACT loves.
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Parking and Access at El Jannah Gungahlin
Parking is convenient and accessible:
Onsite Parking: Free customer parking is available directly outside El Jannah within the Gungahlin Marketplace precinct.
Additional Parking: Extra spaces are available in surrounding streets if needed.
Public Transport: Gungahlin Bus Interchange is within walking distance, with frequent bus services connecting Gungahlin to other Canberra suburbs and the city centre.
Main Access Roads and Intersection
El Jannah Gungahlin is centrally located in the Gungahlin town centre and easily accessible via:
Holsworth Street — runs through the town centre, connecting to local streets and the marketplace.
Anthony Rolfe Avenue — major arterial linking Gungahlin to Amaroo, Franklin, and Forde.
Gungahlin Drive — provides access from Moncrieff, Ngunnawal, and the wider Canberra region.
Key Intersection: Hibberson Street and Anthony Rolfe Avenue, at the entrance to Gungahlin Marketplace.
Nearby Suburbs and Drive Times
Franklin — approx. 2 km, 4–6 mins drive
Amaroo — approx. 3 km, 5–7 mins drive
Ngunnawal — approx. 4 km, 7–9 mins drive
Harrison — approx. 3 km, 5–7 mins drive
Mitchell — approx. 6 km, 10–12 mins drive
El Jannah Gungahlin is conveniently located in the heart of the town centre, with free parking, nearby public transport, and easy access from surrounding Canberra suburbs.
Location Features
- Serves Dine In: Yes
- Serves Halal Food: Yes
Restaurant Hours
Standard Hours
| Monday | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Holiday Hours
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El Jannah Gungahlin Menu
If you’re a charcoal chicken lover, then you’ve landed on the right page. Through decades of cooking chicken on charcoal, we’ve perfected the process, delivering smoky, juicy, and authentic Lebanese, flame-grilled charcoal chicken that people across Australia can’t get enough of. Our on fire charcoal chicken is legendary for its taste and freshness, which is why our Charcoal Chicken Menu is so popular.
Explore our range of charcoal chicken meals, and discover why so many people swear by us to solve their chicken cravings.
Feast on our range of fried chicken at El Jannah. Enjoy our crispy Tenders and Mixed Pieces, cooked to perfection for that unbeatable crunch. Visit one of our charcoal chicken restaurants or order online today.
When you’re looking for a convenient way to get the full El Jannah experience, you can’t go past our famous meal boxes. We’ve designed a variety of El Jannah meal boxes to showcase everything we do, from our crispy fried chicken box to our tender, juicy charcoal chicken box. We pack the boxes full of flavour (we’re proud of our generous portions), so you can enjoy our legendary chicken any time, anywhere.
We’re big believers in the power of a legendary burger, which is why we’ve spent years perfecting a pair of chicken burgers so good, you’ll want to hard launch them on your Instagram. Just make sure you mute your most annoying family members before you do; we know how much they love to ask questions.
The freshness of our Crispy Chicken Burger speaks for itself, while its spicy sibling, the Grilled Chicken Burger, is renowned as one of the best chicken burgers in town. Treat yourself to one (or both), and get ready to fall in looooove.
Need something delicious you can eat on the go? Say no more, habibi. Our range of authentic Lebanese rolls will fill you up and keep you moving. From our delicious chicken rolls, including our legendary charcoal chicken roll, our vegetarian-friendly falafel roll, and our Aussie-inspired hot chip roll, we’ll fix your cravings so you can roll on to the rest of your day.
Try the New Sesame Pockets (Kaki) at El Jannah, a traditional Lebanese sesame bread perfect for a quick, tasty, and authentic Middle Eastern snack. Now available at all stores.
Charcoal chicken without a fresh, traditional Lebanese salad, is like going to someone’s home without a gift. It just isn’t right. Our range of Lebanese salads, like our chicken salad, fattoush salad, and tabouli salad, are just as delicious as they are fun to say. Say fabulous fattoush six times fast, we dare you.
We heard your tummy start to rumble just then … which means it’s time to get the best charcoal chicken in town. But charcoal chicken without some seriously tasty sides is only half the fun — and we’ve got the best sides for chicken. We’re no one-trick ponies. Our signature sides and Lebanese dips range features bold flavours, with options like our universally beloved garlic sauce, crispy chips that’ll make your mouth water, and our hommous dip, which is so good, you’ll never want store bought again.
El Jannah Gungahlin Opening Day
The launch of El Jannah in Canberra’s north was an absolute blast, and we’ve loved seeing so many locals come through to try our legendary charcoal chicken, famous garlic sauce, and fresh Lebanese flavours.
📍 Now open in Gungahlin!
Juicy, char-grilled chicken, crispy hot chips, fresh rolls, and that unbeatable garlic sauce – it’s all here and ready for you. Whether you’re a long-time El Jannah fan or visiting for the first time, you’re in for a flavour-packed experience.
Bring your mates, grab a table or takeaway, and taste why Gungahlin locals are already raving about it!
The Best Charcoal Chicken in Gungahlin
At El Jannah Gungahlin, we don’t just toss chicken on a grill. Every piece is slow-cooked to lock in smoky, charred flavours while staying juicy inside. With decades of experience perfecting our recipes, every bite is a true flavour explosion. When it comes to charcoal chicken in Gungahlin and the surrounding Canberra suburbs, El Jannah leads the pack.
What Makes our Fried Chicken in Gungahlin So Crispy
What makes our fried chicken so irresistible? The secret is simple – we actually cook it properly. Unlike other spots that rush the frying process, leaving you with greasy, limp tenders, we hand-bread each piece with our signature spice mix and fry it to golden, crunchy perfection.
At El Jannah Gungahlin, every tender is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside – exactly what you want when you crave proper fried chicken. Soggy tenders? Not here. We guarantee it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your opening hours?
Our chicken shop in Gungahlin opens at 10 a.m., letting you sneak in an early lunch. If you need a post-night-out snack, we don’t close until 11 p.m.
Is El Jannah Gungahlin Halal?
Yes! All El Jannah locations, including Gungahlin, uses 100% Halal certified suppliers for our chicken.
Can I order online for delivery?
Absolutely, that’s what the “Order Now” button does! You can even order on our app, Uber Eats, Menulog, and DoorDash. We’ll fix those cravings in no time.
Is there parking available near El Jannah Gungahlin?
Free customer parking is available directly outside El Jannah within the Gungahlin Marketplace precinct.
Extra spaces are available in surrounding streets if needed.
Gungahlin Bus Interchange is within walking distance, with frequent bus services connecting Gungahlin to other Canberra suburbs and the city centre.
What are the best times to visit to avoid queues?
Gungahlin can get especially busy during lunch and dinner. For a quicker visit, try coming mid-afternoon or later in the evening. You can also place a collection order online or on the app to skip the queue entirely.
Do you offer catering for events and private functions?
Yes! We offer catering delivered straight to you. Our chicken platters feed up to 25 people – perfect for family gatherings, office lunches, or celebrations, all packed with the flavour Gungahlin loves.
Can I bring large groups for dine-in?
Yes, we can accommodate larger groups, though peak times may require a short wait (everyone wants the best chicken in Gungahlin!). Coming early or later in the night helps secure seating faster.
El Jannah Gungahlin Reviews
jawad khan
Visited El Jannah with my wife and daughter and had an excellent experience.
The lady at the front counter (we believe her name is Eliza) took our order.
She was very kind, professional, and welcoming to our family.
Even if we didn’t spell her name correctly, she truly stood out as the best person there.
Amazing service and a wonderful experience thanks to her. I rate food 3 star as the food is not as good as it is before. But 5 stars for Eliza
The lady at the front counter (we believe her name is Eliza) took our order.
She was very kind, professional, and welcoming to our family.
Even if we didn’t spell her name correctly, she truly stood out as the best person there.
Amazing service and a wonderful experience thanks to her. I rate food 3 star as the food is not as good as it is before. But 5 stars for Eliza
Komal Dawood
I had a great experience at El Jannah thanks to Eliza at the front counter. She is extremely humble, professional, and very polite. Her customer service really stood out and made a big difference. The other staff members were also very nice and were doing their jobs properly.
Previously, I had a bad experience here as some staff were quite rude and lazy, especially Emanuel, but this visit was completely different. Huge credit to Eliza for her positive attitude and excellent service. Not sure if i get her name properly, She is working afternoon shift on Monday 12 Jan 26. She is truly a top person and an asset to the team. Highly recommended!
Previously, I had a bad experience here as some staff were quite rude and lazy, especially Emanuel, but this visit was completely different. Huge credit to Eliza for her positive attitude and excellent service. Not sure if i get her name properly, She is working afternoon shift on Monday 12 Jan 26. She is truly a top person and an asset to the team. Highly recommended!
Jack Smith
The chicken is so good, it's way too addicting. I would recommend the half chicken meal if you are going solo, or the whole chicken family feed if you have some friends or family coming with you.
Mohammmed Rashid
Big shoutout to mohammed (the manager)!!!
Amaizing customer service
Amaizing customer service
Sean Cunningham
Can't go wrong with El Jannah. The chicken and chips are just to die for. It's no coincidence that you never see it empty. Service is good and they have a good app as well for ordering ahead.
Guy Allen
The charcoal chicken thighs with fattoush is a nice paleo/keto option.
Shah Asghari
Edit: So I recently paid them another visit, and the quality and flavour was improved by miles from my previous visit. The chicken was too good we left the wrap and dug into 2 whole chickens, the fries were another highlight, had the wrap next day all cold and it just melted with a fusion of flavors, can only imagine how good it's be fresh. Perhaps it was the overload of the opening day on my visit, complete 180 degree from the last visit. Can't even take a star down for not having a toilet.
The first star is deducted for not having a toilet, any restaurant with a dine in setup, without a toilet is a big disappointment, didn't even see a wash basin. The seating was quite compact too.
The food wasn't worth the hype, the fried chicken was on par with Kfc or kingsley (bland), the charcoal chicken was ok but not very flavorsome, the burger was tasty but could use some extra salad, the roll felt forgetful and the fries missed the mark. The best was the coleslaw and the gravy.
Certainly not trying to discredit them, the food was good but if u have been around, it's not going to interest you much. Given the hype and the long cue.
The first star is deducted for not having a toilet, any restaurant with a dine in setup, without a toilet is a big disappointment, didn't even see a wash basin. The seating was quite compact too.
The food wasn't worth the hype, the fried chicken was on par with Kfc or kingsley (bland), the charcoal chicken was ok but not very flavorsome, the burger was tasty but could use some extra salad, the roll felt forgetful and the fries missed the mark. The best was the coleslaw and the gravy.
Certainly not trying to discredit them, the food was good but if u have been around, it's not going to interest you much. Given the hype and the long cue.
David
Great food. Great service. Food was delivered in 4 minutes!! Slight mix up with order, but it was remedied very quickly and apologetically. Will definitely be back!!
Shan Padarath
The food was delicious. Top* marks for the grilled chicken and burger. The restaurant was clean and well stocked, too. The let down was discovering an absence of hand washing stations and toilets in the restaurant. So, perhaps, consider bringing along a wet wipe or two.
bashir muhammad
I’m one happy customer. I made a complaint about the portion sizes reducing and I’m happy to report that it was addressed. Thank you for listening to your customers.
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El Jannah Gungahlin Today
Visit us for dine-in, swing by for takeaway, or order online to enjoy the legendary charcoal and fried chicken that put El Jannah on the map. Don’t forget the garlic sauce, chicken-salted chips, and pickles – the essentials that complete every meal.