El Jannah (Melbourne CBD) Chicken Shop

Feast with El Jannah Melbourne CBD

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Wondering when you’ll next get a chance to try our famous Lebanese charcoal chicken in Melbourne? Good news – we’ve just opened our doors right in the city centre. Whether you want to bring your friends for a long lunch, take your chicken home, or order food straight to your door, El Jannah’s got what you need. Our grill’s already ready for your order.

Restaurant Address

158 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000

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Location Features

Serves Dine In: Yes

Restaurant Hours

Standard Hours

Monday	10:00 am - 11:59 pm
Tuesday	10:00 am - 11:59 pm
Wednesday	10:00 am - 11:59 pm
Thursday	10:00 am - 11:59 pm
Friday	10:00 am - 11:59 pm
Saturday	12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sunday	12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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419 reviews

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El Jannah Melbourne CBD Menu

Charcoal Chicken

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.

Fried Chicken

Feast on our range of fried chicken at El Jannah. Fried Chicken Wings, Tenders and Crispy Mixed Pieces. Visit one of our chicken shops or Order Online today!

Boxes

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.

Burgers

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.

Rolls

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.

Sesame Pockets

Try Kaki at El Jannah, a traditional Lebanese sesame bread perfect for a quick, tasty, and authentic Middle Eastern snack. Available only at our Ballarat, Nowra, Smithfield, Bankstown, Campbellfield, Granville, Braybrook, Tarneit & St. Albans locations.

Salads

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.

Sides

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.

Desserts

Get a spoonful of paradise with El Jannah’s desserts. Indulge in our delicious rice puddings after an El Jannah meal. Visit our chicken shop or order online!

El Jannah Melbourne CBD

An El Jannah in Melbourne CBD has been a long time coming. What better place to share our great Lebanese chicken? The city’s famous arcades, Queen Victoria Market, beautiful street art… all that was missing was an El Jannah. Whether you’re a local or just exploring the busy Melbourne streets, you’ll need great Lebanese food that just hits the spot.

That’s exactly what you’ll get at El Jannah: mouth-watering smoky chicken, classic falafel rolls, crispy chips, and plenty of great dips. Our garlic sauce is famous all over Victoria for a reason – it’s just that good.

Our Melbourne charcoal chicken is here to stay. Try it for yourself, and you’ll see why tourists and born-and-bred Melburnians alike trust us to give them a taste of paradise – one they’ll never forget.

El Jannah Melbourne CBD Opening Day

Our big day was a rave success full of great vibes, delicious chicken, and queues that were practically out the door. We spotted some of our Melbourne regulars – we can’t blame them for wanting to try our discounted chicken again. After all, it’s the best charcoal and fried chicken in Melbourne’s CBD.

What Is Charcoal Chicken?

Our Lebanese charcoal chicken has been a game-changer in Australia since 1998. Cooked over open charcoal, it boasts an irresistible smoky flavour that keeps our fans coming back for more.

From our signature tawouk to our famous family feasts, every dish is a tribute to our Lebanese heritage. Slow-cooked, perfectly spiced, and served with our legendary garlic sauce – that’s the El Jannah way.

The Best Charcoal Chicken in Melbourne CBD

We’ll say it again: the best, tastiest, and tenderest Lebanese charcoal chicken in Melbourne’s CBD. After nearly 30 years of refining our menu and every recipe we have, our charcoal chicken is still as popular as ever. We can’t share every secret, but our authentic Lebanese spice blend is a big part of this.

We make our charcoal chicken just like our families back in Lebanon used to. This means slowly grilling each piece to lock in the juices and flavours. What more can you ask for? Actually, a better question – what are you waiting for?

What Makes our Fried Chicken in Melbourne CBD So Crispy

We only serve crispy, crunchy, and well-seasoned fried chicken – nothing soggy, nothing bland. Our Melbourne CBD fried chicken is a cut above the rest. There’s a reason people keep coming back for more; it’s just that good.

We hand-bread every piece – can you believe that’s even a question? On top of this, we cook each wing, piece, and tender in a full helping of our special spices until they’re literally golden. That’s just part of what makes them so legendary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your opening hours?

We’re open from a.m. to p.m. every day of the week. There’s no bad time for a charcoal chicken meal – so why not swing by when you’re ready?

Is El Jannah Melbourne CBD Halal?

Not only is our chicken shop in Melbourne 100% halal, every El Jannah in the country is, too. No more excuses; Yalla, let’s eat.

Can I order online for delivery?

Absolutely; El Jannah’s chicken spices up any night. Order on our site or visit us on UberEats, DoorDash, or Menulog, and you’ll be chowing down in next to no time.

Is there public transport access near El Jannah Melbourne CBD?

Yep; we’re near Swanston Street’s tram stop, Flinders Street Station, and local bus routes.

What are the best times to visit to avoid queues?

Avoid lunchtimes if you can’t be bothered with queues. In a rush but still want our chicken for lunch? Just make a collection order online.

Do you offer student discounts for university students?

Nah, but our new app’s rewards scheme has plenty of great deals. There’s already a discounted meal with your name on it.

Can I bring large groups for dine-in?

After you tell your friends about the best charcoal chicken in Melbourne’s CBD, they’ll want to try it themselves. We can handle large groups – just be ready for a queue at peak times.

El Jannah Melbourne CBD Reviews

M G

The food was tasty, especially the pocket sandwiches — they were really good. I couldn’t find the charcoal chicken on the menu during my visit, so not sure if it’s served at this branch. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, Would definitely go back to try more!

Sandra Lamb

Seriously good. Crispy burger is maybe the best version of a zinger type thing I've ever had. Juicy and crunchy and piping hot. And the chicken platter is similarly delicious + surprisingly huge lol .......

Tejinder Singh

I went to El Jannah in the CBD and tried the box meal for the first time — and the food was so delicious, like OMG! The food was amazing, and the garlic sauce was so good that I can’t even describe it in words. You definitely have to try their food at least once!

snowlaina (Helena Geyer)

As A sydneysider, i Was happy to find El Jannah when I needed late night dinner in Melbourne so I could have some real food not maccas.
Food was tasty and quick and much better than other fast food options available!

Katina Sahara

Great food, I wish I got her name but the female staff member remembered to bring us plates (after deciding to dine-in with our take-away order once a table freed up) despite the absolutely chaotic lunch rush. Much appreciated!

Lewkas

So good to have a charcoal chicken shop in the CBD! Been a few times now and they don't miss. El Jannah's reputation is well-earned

Devina Azaria Hashifah

the pockets were bussin the chicken weren’t dry quite filling for $8

Selvina Colleemalay

I was able to eat after almost 4 days of not being able to eat anything.This was by far the best falafel roll a bit salty but excellent.

My partner had a charcoal box and he loves it .

Wira Aida

Food is wonderful and hot, staff very friendly and helpful 😁

Keylan Higgins

Good fast food spot. Charchoal chicken is the real deal.

Head Into
El Jannah Melbourne CBD Today

Alright, it’s time to make your order. You could be less than an hour away from the best charcoal and fried chicken in Melbourne CBD. Our legendary food is as hot and fresh as it is delicious – just make sure you can handle the spices. As for sides and extras, our chicken-salted chips, mixed Beirut-style pickles, and (of course) our famous garlic sauce will have you coming back for more.

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