Mankoushe

Look past the standard dips and skewers. Mankoushe on Lygon Street is doing something fiercely authentic. A tight, curated menu of Lebanese plates that hit entirely different notes. Brunswick East dining veterans point newcomers straight to the banquet—a sprawling, generous feast dropping a masterclass in Levantine flavors right on your table. Think crispy fried whitebait. Plump white peaches slathered in pungent shanklish. Earthy, fresh loubiye with flat beans, and charred kafta that demands a glass of Lebanese red wine. Even the pizzas—hello, halloumi, feta, and fig—are built on incredible homemade dough. The vibe? Lively but intimate. Buzzing, yet undeniably cosy. Grab a table, trust the friendly owners, and let the plates keep coming.