Rezah Restaurant

It’s the unanswerable question, but people still ask it: where is the best kebab in Melbourne? Things get tricky – what do we mean by ‘kebab’, does it whittle down to Turkish only, does souvlaki count? If your vague understanding of ‘kebab’ hovers around something like a traditional Middle Eastern meaty or falafely thing with soft flatbread, zesty spices and refreshing sundries, then you might find your answer is Rezah Restaurant in Brunswick. This halal Afghan eatery is a go-to for Middle-Eastern-food cravers, and it’s not just for their amazing kebabs. Their classic Afghan kabuli palaw is also among the best around, and they even have tandoori chicken flying the flag of Afghanistan’s South Asian influence. Sydney Road is lined with cheap and cheerful kebab joints and other casual eateries, but if you know what you feel like – even if you don’t know what you mean by ‘kebab’ – it’s about as good a place to get your fill as you’ll find.