Arabella

If you’ve been after authentic Lebanese cuisine but still haven’t visited Arabella, then you’re in for a treat. Open 365 days a year, this Newtown fixture is known serving some of Sydney’s freshest traditional Lebanese dishes, as well as for its friendly service, belly-dancing nights and laid-back atmosphere. Found on King Street, in between Newtown and King Street stations, Arabella is open every day of the week for dinner, with additional opening hours for Sunday lunch.

With over two decades experience under his belt, Arabella’s owner and head chef is proud to share his restaurant’s excellent Lebanese cuisine with the people of Sydney. Known for hosting fabulous events, including regular bellydancing performances, Arabella offers an entertaining and comfortable environment in addition to superb Middle Eastern cuisine. With some of the friendliest service in Newtown, you’ll never want to leave this popular Lebanese restaurant on King Street.

Begin your meal at Arabella with an array of cold mezze like kibbeh, mixed pickles, green beans and stuffed vine leaves, or take salads like tabbouleh, rocket salad (with beetroot, tomato, sumac, onion and lemon) or fattoush. Take a look at Arabella’s Special menu and choose from options like the vegetarian mixed plate with bamia, hummus, fattoush, spinach triangles, potatoes and falafel, or order the araais, a pizza-style Lebanese bread with marinated diced meat, herbs, chilli, garlic and lemon. The seafood on offer is never a bad choice – the grilled baby octopus is especially popular among regulars – and the poultry dishes are not to be missed. Usually rather busy, reservations are a smart idea for this restaurant in Sydney’s Newtown.