Get ready, Tuggerah … EJ has (almost) landed. Already craving our legendary charcoal chicken? Thought so! Well, come down to the Pacific Centre. You can chill inside and eat a full chicken meal with us, take a box to enjoy at home, or get a delivery straight to your door. There’s no stress with us; just great vibes and even greater charcoal chicken. Our mouth-watering meals are the stuff of legends, and we’re here to finally bring them to life. But be warned, you’ll definitely end up coming back for seconds.
El Jannah (Tuggerah) Chicken Shop
Feast with El Jannah Tuggerah
Our chicken shop in Tuggerah is already popping off and you’ve only got yourself to blame if you haven’t tried El Jannah by now. Tuggerah is a thriving business hub, so there are always plenty of shoppers and workers needing a lil’ extra fuel. Our menu is full of charcoal and fried chicken meals that’ll keep your cravings at bay, at least for a little while.
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Parking and Access
El Jannah Tuggerah offers convenient parking options:
Onsite Parking: Ample parking is available in front of and around the store, accessible via Pacific Highway.
Drive-Through: A drive-through service is available for added convenience.
Westfield Tuggerah Parking: Over 3,200 free parking spaces are available, including disabled/mobility spaces, pram parking, senior's spaces, motorcycle spaces, and express spaces.
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Main Access Roads and Intersection
El Jannah Tuggerah is easily accessible via these main roads and the key intersection:
Pacific Highway (A43): A major road running through Tuggerah, providing direct access to the shopping precinct and El Jannah.
Key Intersection: The main entry/exit is at Pacific Highway, near the intersection with Wyong Road.
Nearby Suburbs and Drive Times
El Jannah Tuggerah is centrally located, making it easily accessible from surrounding suburbs:
Tuggerah: Approx. 1 km, 2–4 mins drive
West Gosford: Approx. 7 km, 10–12 mins drive
Wyong: Approx. 10 km, 12–15 mins drive
Long Jetty: Approx. 11 km, 15–18 mins drive
The Entrance: Approx. 13 km, 18–20 mins drive
Location Features
- Has Drive Through: Yes
- Serves Dine In: Yes
- Serves Halal Food: Yes
Restaurant Hours
Standard Hours
| Monday | 10:00 am - 10:00 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
| Apr 25, 2026 | Regular Hours |
| Jun 8, 2026 | Regular Hours |
| Oct 5, 2026 | Regular Hours |
| Dec 24, 2026 | Regular Hours |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Regular Hours |
| Dec 28, 2026 | Regular Hours |
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El Jannah Tuggerah 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 tawouk 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.
Get a spoonful of paradise with El Jannah’s latest desserts – Try a Walnut Original and our Chocolate Hazelnut Baklawa!
El Jannah Tuggerah Opening Day
Tuggerah’s opening day was wonderful, filled with great music, epic vibes, and *GASP!* discounted chicken! We know you’re already feeling the FOMO, and we don’t blame you. The community really came out in full force. Thanks Tuggerah!
The Best Charcoal Chicken in Tuggerah
We never cut corners when it comes to charcoal chicken. You’re not going to get anything like it anywhere else in the whole Central Coast. It all starts with slow-grilling every chicken, just like we did back in Lebanon. Our authentic marinade brings it all together and no, we’re not telling you what’s in it. All you need to know is that it’s where our truly one-of-a-kind flavour comes from. Now, what are you waiting for again?
What Makes our Fried Chicken in Tuggerah So Crispy
If you fancy a change of pace, our fried chicken is as crispy as it is crunchy! Not to call anyone out, but who wants soggy and way-too-soft chicken that doesn’t have an epic crunch in the first bite? Our only secret here is that we hand-bread each piece and cook it ‘til it’s (literally) as good as gold. That’s not too much to ask, is it? Nah, we didn’t think so.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your opening hours?
Our doors are open every day from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Is El Jannah Tuggerah Halal?
All of our chicken at El Jannah Tuggerah is halal-certified, we only work with 100% halal-certified suppliers.
Can I order online for delivery?
Of course you can! Order on our site, our app, or even on UberEats, DoorDash, or Menulog, and we’ll rush it over.
Is there parking available near El Jannah Tuggerah?
There are plenty of (free) parking spaces in the Pacific Centre and the Tuggerah Straight Commercial Centre. Why not sit in for a few hours and say hello?
What are the best times to visit to avoid queues?
Look: We’re popular. That means we’ve got queues. Especially on weekends and during the lunch rush. Here’s a secret, though: if you order online, you can collect your food in-store.
Do you offer catering for office events and large groups?
Yep, and our chicken platters can feed up to 25 people. Don’t just leave it as one portion for every guest, though, we both know they’ll want seconds.
Is El Jannah Tuggerah family-friendly?
Of course! Families all over the Central Coast love our food. You can always order a smaller portion for your kids (we know you won’t want to give up your own).
El Jannah Tuggerah Reviews
Hannah Aria
6 days ago
Quick food to go which is far superior to other junk food drive through, the chicken wraps are the best with coleslaw and chips all-in-one. Loaded deliciously
Response from the owner:
Hello Hannah Aria,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our chicken wraps and found them to be a delicious alternative to typical fast food options. It's always our goal to provide tasty and satisfying meals, and your feedback truly means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon for more of your favorites!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Hello Hannah Aria,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our chicken wraps and found them to be a delicious alternative to typical fast food options. It's always our goal to provide tasty and satisfying meals, and your feedback truly means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon for more of your favorites!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
NGUYEN DINH Quoc-Huy
7 days ago
Very good. Just a tad too salty for me.
Response from the owner:
Dear NGUYEN DINH Quoc-Huy,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah. We appreciate your input regarding the saltiness, and we'll certainly take it into consideration as we strive to improve our offerings. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious meal.
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Dear NGUYEN DINH Quoc-Huy,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah. We appreciate your input regarding the saltiness, and we'll certainly take it into consideration as we strive to improve our offerings. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious meal.
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Lidson v f
1 week ago
Good charcoal chiken, especially the garlic sauce.
Response from the owner:
Hello Lidson v f,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our charcoal chicken and especially our garlic sauce. It's always wonderful to know when our customers are satisfied with their experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon for more delicious meals!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Tuggerah Team
Hello Lidson v f,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our charcoal chicken and especially our garlic sauce. It's always wonderful to know when our customers are satisfied with their experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon for more delicious meals!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Tuggerah Team
A Smith
1 week ago
Delicious food and excellent customer service. Love El Jannah
Response from the owner:
Dear A Smith,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and experienced excellent customer service. Your kind words and support mean a lot to us at El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delicious meal!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Dear A Smith,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and experienced excellent customer service. Your kind words and support mean a lot to us at El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delicious meal!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Sam Olivera
1 week ago
Nice tasting food, nice people. Love their garlic sauce!
Response from the owner:
Hello Sam Olivera,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our team to be friendly. It's great to know that our garlic sauce is a hit with you too! Your feedback truly means a lot to us and motivates us to keep delivering the best experience possible. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Hello Sam Olivera,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our team to be friendly. It's great to know that our garlic sauce is a hit with you too! Your feedback truly means a lot to us and motivates us to keep delivering the best experience possible. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Danielle Habib
1 month ago
I’ve been waiting for El Jannah to arrive on the Coast and it hasn’t dissapointed! Lazeeza food! 👏👏👏👏
Jacqui
1 month ago
I dream about their garlic sauce, the rest is decent as well.
Thomas Feather
2 months ago
Incredible customer service. Thoughtful staff and quick service.
Enjoyed our time here!
Enjoyed our time here!
Flynn Jones
2 months ago
Put an El Jannah in Erina please. I can't keep having to drive to Tuggerah for my chicken.
Rick Patterson
2 months ago
Been here a couple of times now. Really good quality chicken. Love the garlic sauce.
Tables are always messy though.
Tables are always messy though.
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El Jannah Tuggerah Today
We’re ready to fire up the grill, but are you ready to order? We know you’re probably stuck between meals, but you can always order the other one next time. Now, it’s time to finally make an order at El Jannah Tuggerah, and try the food you’ve been craving since you were at the top of this page!