AL MAKAN
A Middle Eastern restaurant in North Melbourne, rated 4.8 across more than 300 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Al Makan sits on Errol Street in North Melbourne, just north of the CBD. A Middle Eastern restaurant, it brings the vibrant, flavour-packed traditions of Middle Eastern cuisine to the area — the kind of warm, welcoming spot, built around shared mezze and hearty dishes, that's become a genuine favourite for a flavour-packed feed.
The appeal is that combination of quality, authentic Middle Eastern food, a good offering and a relaxed, welcoming setting in a convenient North Melbourne location, ideal for a group dinner, a shared feast or a relaxed night out. The generous, share-style nature of the cuisine makes it perfect for a sociable evening, and Al Makan has clearly won over a loyal following.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 300 reviews, it's clearly delighting its diners. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a popular restaurant fills up on weekends, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're dining with a group, after a table at a peak time, or planning a shared Middle Eastern feast in North Melbourne.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- TuesdayToday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- Wednesday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- Thursday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- Friday
- 11:30 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 11:30 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 11:30 – 21:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 89
- Popularity
- 75
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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