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
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.
Westfield Australia
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 - 10:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am - 10:00 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 - 10:00 pm |
Holiday Hours
| Dec 24, 2026 | Regular Hours |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Regular Hours |
| Dec 28, 2026 | Regular Hours |
Reviews
4.3★, 743 reviews
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El Jannah Tuggerah Menu
Lunch just got legendary. Three fresh chicken rolls – charcoal tawouk or hand-crumbed crispy tenders – built to order in fresh Lebanese bread with our famous toum (garlic sauce) and whole food salads made fresh in the restaurant every day.
Real ingredients. Made the El Jannah way. Available every day from open until 4pm, in-restaurant and on the El Jannah app.
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 toum (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 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?
We open at 10am every day. We close at 10pm Sunday to Wednesday and 11pm Thursday to Saturday.
Do you have a drive-through?
Yes. El Jannah Tuggerah has a drive-through, so you can order without getting out of the car.
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?
Yes, 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. Order through our catering menu.
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).
Does El Jannah Tuggerah serve the Legendary Lebanese Lunch?
Yes. Every El Jannah location runs the Legendary Lebanese Lunch from open until 4pm, seven days a week. Order in-restaurant or through the El Jannah app. It’s not available on Uber Eats or DoorDash. View the full lunch menu.
What do you get with the $14 lunch deal?
Each meal includes a Lebanese chicken roll from the exclusive lunch menu, small chips, and a can of drink. Upgrade to medium chips and a bottle for $3 extra. After 4pm, you won’t see it on the regular menu, but you can still order a lunch roll at the counter on request.
El Jannah Tuggerah Reviews
Jacklyn Cuffe
3 days ago
Food and service is always amazing, lunch wrap with fatoosh a bit skinny. The atmosphere is good,staff are amazing and quick to clean up and do anything for you,but there were too many flys.
Response from the owner:Hello Jacklyn,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy our food and service. It's great to know that our staff's efforts to provide a clean and welcoming atmosphere are appreciated.
We appreciate your feedback about the lunch wrap with fatoosh and the presence of flies. Your comments are invaluable to us, and we'll certainly look into these areas to enhance your dining experience further.
We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
ch shuja
2 weeks ago
We visit almost every Saturday. Good spot, with friendly staff.
Response from the owner:Hello ch shuja,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy visiting El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah every Saturday and that our staff has made a positive impression on you. It's always our goal to provide a great experience for our customers, and your feedback means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious meals!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
shuja ayubi
2 weeks ago
Best food great service highly recommend 👌
Response from the owner:Hello Shuja Ayubi,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah soon.
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Paul Bigland
2 weeks ago
My only complaint (not really a complaint) would be the temptation from smelling the chicken whenever I fill up at the metro station
Response from the owner:Hi Paul Bigland! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah. Your support means a lot to our team, and we look forward to serving you again soon. Warm regards, El Jannah Team
Imogen Winter
3 weeks ago
Takes a while inside and its very busy. Orders are messed up a little.
Response from the owner:We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us.
We understand your concerns and will make sure your feedback is passed on to the relevant team for review and follow-up. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
Team El Jannah
Mustapha Hassan
3 weeks ago
I honestly think every branch is cooler then the other
Response from the owner:Hello Mustapha,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you think each of our branches is cooler than the other. It's wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience at El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah. We strive to provide the best service and delicious food across all our locations, and your feedback is truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more great meals!
Best regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Zaya RAZ
4 weeks ago
The customer service is always pleasant, food always seems to be fresh and consistent. I've been to other El Jannah chains which I have been disappointed. Tuggerah are doing a good job.
Response from the owner:Hello Zaya,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you've consistently enjoyed both our customer service and the freshness of our food at El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah. It's our goal to provide a pleasant experience for all our guests, and your kind words are truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delicious meal!
Warm regards,
The El Jannah Chicken Tuggerah Team
Islam Raslan
4 weeks ago
I just ordered a charcoal half check in today and I confirm everything was perfect. Thank you and please keep it up
at this level.
Response from the owner:We are so glad you had a positive experience. Your support is invaluable to us.
Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
Team El Jannah
Francisco Rubio
1 month ago
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
What a fantastic addition to the Central Coast!
Jo and I went to El Jannah Charcoal Chicken for the first time today, and I have to say, we were genuinely impressed.
The chicken was absolutely superb — perfectly cooked, beautifully tender and moist, with that wonderful charcoal flavour. The sauces were spot on and complemented the chicken perfectly. Everything tasted fresh, generous and full of flavour.
But what really surprised us was the value for money. In a time when takeaway food can be expensive and disappointing, this was the complete opposite. The quality, portion and price were all excellent. In my opinion, this is some of the best value takeaway food we've had in a very long time.
And then there was the service. Table service at a charcoal chicken takeaway! 😄 That's something you don't see very often these days, and it made the whole experience even better. The staff were friendly, welcoming and attentive.
It's about time the Central Coast had a place offering this level of quality in the takeaway scene.
Jo and I thoroughly enjoyed our first visit and will definitely be coming back. Congratulations to the El Jannah team on opening here — you've made a bloody good first impression! 👏🍗
Highly recommended — 5 stars from us! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Response from the owner:Hi Francisco,
Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you and Jo enjoyed your first visit, from the chicken and sauces to the service and value. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you both back to Eljannah Tuggerah soon.
Kind regards,
Eljannah Tuggerah
Mark Johnston
2 months ago
Easy to order on the app, the store was super busy but they staff were excellent and got our order out as quick as humanly possible. Orders are always filled accurately and the serving sizes are great value for money. Delicious and fresh. Our go-to regular when craving chargrilled or fried chicken.
Response from the owner:Hi Mark,
Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear you found our app easy to use and that our team consistently provides great service and accurate orders. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Tuggerah again soon.
Kind regards,
El Jannah Tuggerah
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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!