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El Jannah (St Albans) Chicken Shop

Feast with El Jannah St Albans

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Known for its vibrant multicultural community and bustling food scene, St Albans has always had a taste for the good stuff and the demand for real, high-quality Lebanese charcoal chicken in your neck of the woods has reached fever pitch. So, we’re here to give you the goods. Our juicy, perfectly charred chicken, served with our irresistible toum (garlic sauce), is now a stone’s throw away. Looking for the best charcoal chicken in St Albans? Look no further.

Restaurant Address

53 Sunshine Avenue, ST ALBANS, VIC, 3021
Parking and Access at El Jannah St Albans

Parking is convenient and accessible:

Onsite Parking: Ample parking is available in front of and around the store, accessible via Sunshine Avenue.

Main Access Roads and Intersection

El Jannah St Albans is easily accessible via these main roads and the key intersection:

Sunshine Avenue — a major road running through St Albans, providing direct access to the shopping precinct and El Jannah.

Key Intersection: The main entry/exit is at Sunshine Avenue, near the intersection with Main Road East.

Nearby Suburbs and Drive Times

El Jannah St Albans is centrally located, making it easily accessible from surrounding suburbs:

St Albans — approx. 1 km, 2–4 mins drive

Kealba — approx. 2 km, 4–6 mins drive

Keilor Downs — approx. 3 km, 6–8 mins drive

Sunshine — approx. 4 km, 8–10 mins drive

Delahey — approx. 5 km, 10–12 mins drive

Whether you're coming from nearby suburbs or further afield, El Jannah St Albans is easily accessible, and parking is convenient.
  • Has Drive Through: Yes
  • Serves Dine In: Yes
  • Serves Halal Food: Yes

Restaurant Hours

Standard Hours
Monday10:00 am - 12:00 am
Tuesday10:00 am - 12:00 am
Wednesday10:00 am - 12:00 am
Thursday10:00 am - 12:00 am
Friday10:00 am - 12:00 am
Saturday10:00 am - 12:00 am
Sunday10:00 am - 12:00 am
Nov 3, 2026Regular Hours
Dec 24, 2026Regular Hours
Dec 25, 2026Regular Hours
Dec 28, 2026Regular Hours

Reviews

4.2, 909 reviews

Contact us

[email protected]

El Jannah St Albans Menu

Legendary Lebanese Lunch

Legendary Lebanese Lunch

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.
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Charcoal Chicken

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.
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El Jannah Fried Chicken

Fried Chicken

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.
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El Jannah Boxes

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.
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El Jannah Burgers

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.
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El Jannah Wraps & Rolls

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 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.
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Sesame Pockets

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.
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El Jannah Salads

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.
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El Jannah Sides & Dips

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 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.
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El Jannah St Albans

Alright, St Albans, get ready because El Jannah’s here to shake things up. You think you’ve had good chicken? Think again. We’re bringing charcoal chicken to St Albans like you’ve never tasted before. Dine-in or place a pick-up order for the full EJ experience; the energy in the room is enough to wake up even the most sleep-deprived souls. Come hungry, and we mean that in the best possible way.

Not in the mood to leave the couch? That’s cool. We’re not judging. Order online and we’ll have that hot, juicy chicken delivered right to your door. Because, let’s face it, nobody wants to cook after a long day—but you do want El Jannah.

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El Jannah St Albans Opening Day

What a way to kick things off! The crowd was buzzing, the grills were sizzling, and our legendary charcoal chicken was flying off the pit. We rolled out some exclusive deals that made everything taste so much sweeter. Thanks for joining us, St Albans!

The Best Charcoal Chicken in St Albans

Look, here’s the deal. We’re not just about charcoal chicken, okay? We’re about living. We’re about family. And, we’re about that unmistakable feeling you get when you bite into something that’s been cooked with love and tradition and feel your eyes roll to the back of your head because of how good it is. That’s what our slow-grilling process does. There’s no shortcuts. Just fire, patience, and a whole lot of flavour. So, why is EJ’s the best charcoal chicken in St Albans? Because it’s not just chicken, it’s a damn experience. And once you’ve had it, there’s no going back.

What Makes our Fried Chicken in St Albans So Crispy

Our fried chicken in St Albans isn’t just crispy, it’s next level crispy. We’re talking about a hand-breaded coating that’s so crunchy, you’ll hear it from the first bite to the last. But crispy doesn’t mean dry—under that crispy exterior, our fried chicken is still juicy and tender, holding onto all that flavour we’re famous for.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our St Albans chicken shop is open from 10am to 12am. every day. Go on, treat yourself to a late-night charcoal chicken meal.

Yes, our chicken is completely halal-certified, directly from our suppliers.

Come on, of course you can. You can order on our site, our app, and all the usual delivery sites. We’ll rush everything over before the cravings get too bad.

Yep, especially near the Victoria Uni campus. This gives you a few hours to drop in, try out our chicken for the first time, and get more to take home.

We’re pretty busy at lunch and dinner time – that’s the curse of popularity. You can always order online to send your food right to our kitchen.

Not right now, but our app’s got lots of great deals. $5 meals, 20% off, instant updates on every promo, perfect for students needing study fuel on a budget.

Yep, just time it wisely! You don’t want to be left waiting for a free table when the best fried chicken in St Albans is within reach.

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.

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 St Albans Reviews

Harris Khan
2 weeks ago
I was served by Daniel, He was very friendly talked witha smile and helped me choose perfectly. Thanks for an amazing experience el jannah and daniel.
Response from the owner:Dear Harris, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us at El Jannah Chicken St Albans. We are thrilled to hear that Daniel provided you with friendly and helpful service, making your visit enjoyable. Your kind words and perfect rating mean a lot to us and motivate our team to continue delivering exceptional service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience! Warm regards, The El Jannah Chicken St Albans Team
M. H
2 weeks ago
Very friendly staff and the food was great. The gentleman, who I believe was the manager, even gave us some complimentary sauces. Really appreciated the great service. Highly recommend! 👍
Response from the owner:Hello M. H, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our staff friendly. It's wonderful to know that our manager could make your visit even more special with some complimentary sauces. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken St Albans soon! Best regards, The El Jannah Chicken St Albans Team
Sarah
2 weeks ago
Fresh food, very fast service in drive through!
Response from the owner:Hello Sarah, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our fresh food and experienced fast service at our drive-through. Your feedback is incredibly important to us, and we're delighted to know that we met your expectations. We look forward to serving you again soon at El Jannah Chicken St Albans! Best regards, The El Jannah Chicken St Albans Team
Sheila Vieira
1 month ago
This was my first experience here, and I absolutely loved it! The chicken was juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. I’ll definitely be coming back again with the whole family. 🍗❤️
Response from the owner:Hello Sheila, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you loved our chicken and that it made such a great impression on your first visit. It's always our goal to provide delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere for our guests. We can't wait to welcome you and your family back for another enjoyable meal. See you soon! Best regards, The El Jannah Chicken St Albans Team
Alex
2 months ago
Great chicken and tabouli! Very quick
Response from the owner:Hi Alex, Thank you for your fantastic review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the chicken, tabouli, and quick service at El Jannah St Albans. Your support means a lot to our team, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Kind regards, El Jannah St Albans
Sam Kay
2 months ago
Best El jannah iv been to in Melb so far, was so flavoursome And service was super quick!
Response from the owner:Hi Sam, Thank you for the fantastic review. Swift service and bold, vibrant flavours are what we pride ourselves on, and we are thrilled our team delivered such a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah St Albans soon. Best regards, The El Jannah St Albans
Jessica Harris
2 months ago
El Jannah is the best take away go-to. Dining in is also better. The chicken is so good and the staff and members are always friendly. I would definitely go here again!
Response from the owner:Hi Jessica, Thank you for the glowing review. Being your go-to choice for both dining in and takeaway is the ultimate compliment. Exceptional flavours and welcoming hospitality are standards we take great pride in, and we are delighted we hit the mark. We deeply appreciate your loyalty and look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah St Albans soon. Best regards, The El Jannah St Albans
Tanya goddard
2 months ago
Food was great and quick service. The music was at a nice level we could still talk at a good level, didn’t need to shout. Will come back again
Response from the owner:Hello Tanya, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and appreciated the quick service. It's great to know that the music level was just right for you to have a comfortable conversation. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah St Albans soon! Best regards, The El Jannah St Albans
Jake Collen-McGwyre
2 months ago
Fantastic food! The service is outstanding and it feels like a really nice place to eat. Clean toilets too!
Response from the owner:Hello Jake, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our service outstanding. It's great to know that you felt comfortable dining with us and appreciated the cleanliness of our facilities. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah St Albans soon! Best regards, The El Jannah St Albans
Ed T
2 months ago
Friendly staff & delicious food with an explosive flavours. Amazingly tasty! Thumbs up!👍🏻
Response from the owner:Hi Ed T, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the explosive flavors and found our staff friendly. Your thumbs up means a lot to us, and we're delighted to have earned a 5-star rating from you. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Jannah Chicken St Albans for more delicious meals soon! Best regards, The El Jannah Chicken St Albans Team
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Our menu has a whole lot of glorious, perfectly seasoned goodness that’ll leave you second-guessing all those fast food chains. You think store-bought chicken can cut it? Wrong. Hurry up and get your hands on the best charcoal chicken in St Albans now. Dine-in, press that order button or place a delivery order because we’re already waiting for you. Sahtan!

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