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Hawthorn Grill and Kebab House

347-349 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

Recommended by 20 people

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Find Hawthorn Grill and Kebab House

347-349 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

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+61 405 706 647
HoursMonday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hawthorn Grill and Kebab House

Hawthorn Grill and Kebab House stacks real marinated lamb directly onto the spit rather than relying on mystery loaves. Slices carve off tender and smoky, piled onto thick, chewy Greek-style pita with crunchy chips and pink turnip pickles. Regulars come through late for overfilled snack packs dripping with garlic and chilli sauce, greeted like family across the counter.

  • Spit-Stacked Whole Lamb: Marinated whole lamb slices are stacked in-house onto the spit daily instead of reconstituted minced loaves.
  • Thick-Cut Pita Wraps: Wraps come swaddled in thick, chewy grilled pita bread packed until it can barely fold.
  • Overfilled Servings: Snack packs and chip containers are generously filled well past the brim.
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Why Choose Hawthorn Grill and Kebab House

Discover why Hawthorn locals rely on authentic spit-stacked lamb, generous portions, and genuine hospitality.

  • Real Spit-Stacked Lamb Layers

    Kebabs and snack packs are prepared using real layered cuts of marinated lamb stacked onto the spit rather than processed or reconstituted minced meat cylinders.

    This shop uses real slices of meat stacked on a spit, 90% of other kebab joints use minced meat which has been combined into a single big chunk.

    Adem Turgut

  • Thick Grilled Pita Bread

    Instead of standard thin wraps, fillings are wrapped in thick, soft, Greek-style pita grilled to maintain structure and texture under heavy meat portions.

    Moist and tasty meat, pleasant thick grilled bread.

    Tolgahan Sunnetci (Tolga)

  • Genuine Neighborhood Warmth

    Counter service is defined by warm personal engagement, attentive care, and generous hospitality that leaves patrons feeling genuinely looked after.

    Good people still exist in this world, thanks for the VIP treatment brother.

    Mohd Mehdi

  • Dedicated Counter Craftsmanship

    Staff handle orders with visible care and pride, promptly rectifying any hiccups and delivering hands-on hospitality at the grill.

    I watch the shop keeper make my kebab and the pride taken in making it, just made the kebab even more enjoyable.

    Waleed Makram

  • Consistently Overfilled Servings

    Meals and sides are packed to brim capacity, filling containers beyond standard commercial limits to deliver substantial value.

    This is a small serving, the guy overfills the bucket every time - and it's only $4.50.

    Charles Whitaker

  • Dependable Late-Night Fuel

    Open late for substantial, hot comfort meals, making it a reliable destination when hunger hits after hours in Hawthorn.

    Perfect spot if you’re looking for a good late night feed

    장은규

Customer favorites and authentic spit-roasted specialties

  • Lamb Kebab

    The 100% lamb kebab is on another level — super tasty and made with real lamb, not the usual minced stuff you find at other places.

    Yasin Akagündüz

  • HSP

    Best HSP I’ve ever had too.

    Giles Debeljak

  • Mixed Shish Meal

    I got a mixed shish meal, and I will admit, both the lamb and chicken, cooked absolutely perfectly!

    Peter Franklin

  • Gozleme

    The gozleme is the best I've ever had

    Najlaa Neetoo

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and distinct service touches that elevate the local counter experience.

  • Attentive Brotherhood Hospitality

    Customers consistently receive personalized counter greetings, with the team addressing regulars and first-timers as 'boss' or 'brother' alongside dedicated guidance on dietary requirements.

  • Counter Craft & Bonus Scoops

    Staff show visible craft and care at the counter, crafting meals deliberately and offering extra scoops of toppings like chilli dip upon request.

  • Overfilled Buckets and Wraps

    Small chip portions and kebab orders are routinely filled beyond standard container limits, packing buckets and wrapping kebabs to maximum capacity.

  • Immediate Order Rectification

    Any operational missteps are met with immediate profuse apologies, complimentary replacements, and free meals to ensure total satisfaction.

Before you head over

Practical tips on ordering, portion sizes, and prep times at Hawthorn Grill and Kebab House.

  • Ask Counter Staff About Dietary Needs

    If you have specific dietary needs, check in directly with the counter staff when ordering; they are attentive and proactive about detailing ingredients and options.

  • Allow Time for Made-to-Order Sides

    Fresh batches of chips and grilled meats can occasionally involve a slight wait, so plan a few extra minutes for hot, crisp sides cooked to order.

  • Mind the Overflowing Portions

    Portions are notoriously generous and overfilled across kebabs, snack packs, and sides, so consider ordering regular or smaller sizes unless feeding a crowd.

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