Nara Lounge

Set in a chic and sophisticated space in Hurstville, Nara Lounge is Middle Eastern dining at its best. But Nara is much more than a restaurant, it’s a social haven that will have you coming back time and time again for the food, for the vibe, for the fun. Whether it’s for casual drinks and light bites with friends, a family celebration or a romantic meal for two, this Sydney spot is ideal for any occasion. You’ll find an extensive menu packed with Lebanese dishes at this Forest Road restaurant so do yourself a favour and make a reservation as quick as you can. You won’t be disappointed, that’s for sure.

Nara Lounge, located right in the heart of Hurstville and only half an hour south of Sydney’s CBD, is home to one of the most exciting Middle Eastern menus in the city. Perfectly complementing the restaurant’s sleek and elegant bar and dining space, you’ll find Lebanese-inspired mezze, salads and dips that kickstart your dining experience just perfectly. Sample dishes such as shanklish, a spicy cheese topped with onion, tomato and olive oil, pan-fried Lebanese sausages tossed with grenadine and lemon juice, Nara Lounge’s mixed mezze platter, and the famous fattoush salad. Feeling hungry yet?

For the main event, Nara Lounge offers a create-your-own skewer option with your choice of marinated chicken or lamb and sides. Or, keep an eye out for the seared barramundi served with special chilli and tahini, lamb cutlets cooked with rosemary, oregano and garlic and served with a baked potato and rocket salad, or the Middle Eastern veggie all-rounder of sambousek cheese, falafel, warak enab and cauliflower with marinated pickles, turnips, tahini and tabbouleh. With plenty more besides, you’ll just have to discover the rest for yourself. Located on Forest Road in Sydney’s Hurstville, Nara Lounge tends to fill up so be sure to book in advance.