Leyalina
Carlton, Victoria, Australia
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191 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
Leyalina
Carlton, Victoria, Australia
Overview
Leyalina is a standout Egyptian restaurant located in Carlton, Melbourne, offering traditional dishes like grilled meat skewers and tagine. This Middle Eastern eatery creates a cozy and casual atmosphere paired with a trendy vibe, ideal for visitors seeking authentic flavors in a welcoming setting.
Visitors can enjoy an extensive menu featuring vegetarian and vegan options alongside halal selections. With dining options that include dinner, catering, and dessert, Leyalina also provides flexible service including dine-in, takeout, delivery, and onsite catering, perfectly suited for diverse dining preferences.
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Experience authentic Egyptian flavors and a cozy atmosphere at this highly rated restaurant in Carlton.
Enjoy traditional Egyptian dishes like grilled meat skewers and tagine, praised for their genuine taste and quality.
Savor great coffee, fine teas, and a curated wine list to complement every meal.
Welcoming environment with a kids’ menu, high chairs, and wheelchair accessible seating and entrance.
Open late on weekends, perfect for late dinners or a quick bite after hours.
Offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, outdoor seating, and onsite catering services to suit every need.
A relaxed setting ideal for solo dining, family dinners, or group gatherings.
Situated at 191 Lygon St with easy access and multiple parking options including free street parking.
Experience
Perfect for an authentic taste of Egypt in Melbourne, Leyalina caters especially well to dinner guests and solo diners seeking flavorful Middle Eastern fare in a relaxed, trendy setting.
The welcoming ambiance combined with expertly prepared traditional dishes makes Leyalina an ideal spot for savoring Egyptian classics while enjoying attentive service and a rich selection of beverages. — FoodPlacee editorial note
Gather with friends or family to share a variety of mezze, hearty tagines, and grilled specialties in the cozy dining room or outside seating areas.
Open late on Fridays and Saturdays, perfect for those craving flavorful Egyptian dishes and a glass of wine well into the evening.
Enjoy Leyalina’s traditional and vegan-friendly meals from the comfort of home with convenient takeout and delivery services.
Secure a table on busy nights as dinner reservations are recommended, ensuring a smooth and relaxed dining experience.
Complement meals with the restaurant’s celebrated coffee and tea selections, perfect for a casual catch-up or solo unwind.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"Brought back memories of when we used to live in Cairo... Food was excellent & the service was absolutely superb! We definitely recommend this place ..."
"This food was INCREDIBLE easily the best falafel ive had. We got the vegan banquet and it was exquisite and so worth the price. We will definitely be back."
"Don't think twice.. just come! I live in Sydney and I make sure I come here whenever I am visiting.. takes me back to Egypt with delicious and authentic flavors. Service is outstanding.. will come back again and again and bring all the people I love and want to have an authentic Egyptian food experience"
"Food was so good!! I got the lamb shank dish - came out hot and so flavourful. Service was very homely and welcoming. The owner came out and said hello. Everything came out in a very reasonable time. We didnt get dessert but will try next time."
"First time eating at this place as part of a revisit to a trip we took to Egpyt in 2023. We were very happy with all the dishes. Owner very friendly and helpful. We had a few smaller dishes to try different things and all were very good. The highlight dish was the Koshari."
"This is my second visit to Leyalina, very beautiful place, I have visited 4 years ago, ordered pigeon and mombar that time as my fave. This time, pigeon was not available, however mombar was cooked fresh, very delicious yet spicy a bit, but one of the best mombar I had. Kabab was not very Egyptian as I am used to the charcoal flavour, felt more like Greek style on skewer, but delicious as well. Best was basboosa, the best I ever had, soft and tasty My kids are fries only eater, they loved the fries. The mint lemonade was epic The most lovely thing, the owner, Mr. Nader, he is amazing, very pleasant and welcoming, my kids loved him, he was so kind and funny. Thanks a lot the whole staff, they accommodated all what we asked, hope the pigeon is back on menu, then will visit daily"
"Such a lovely place - fun people and amazing food. So flavourful and great options for dietaries. Will definitely go back again!"
"10 years as a loyal customer, and Leyalina Lygon, Melbourne still serves unbeatable authentic Egyptian flavors! There’s a great variety of vegetarian options. Consistently top quality and very fair prices simply the best in Australia!"
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | 05:00 PM - 11:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 PM - 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 05:00 PM - 01:30 AM |
| Saturday | 05:00 PM - 01:30 AM |
| Sunday | 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
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