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KABABI

18A Market Rd, Sunshine VIC 3020, Australia

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18A Market Rd, Sunshine VIC 3020, Australia

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+61 3 9008 4084
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About KABABI

Tucked into a Sunshine industrial park, KABABI serves smoky charcoal kebabs and fluffy saffron barberry rice with the welcoming ease of a family dining room. Expect a wait during peak hours while the grill works—regular patrons take it in stride for the juicy koobideh, charred eggplant dips, and generous hospitality. Outside, tables sit under leafy jasmine vines away from the street noise. The kitchen even offers extra rice top-ups on the house. Meals wind down over glasses of ruby sour cherry tea and crisp squares of baklava.

  • Charcoal-Grilled Kebabs: Tender minced lamb and spiced chicken skewers grilled over coals, served with barberry saffron rice.
  • Industrial Garden Patio: Outdoor dining space shaded by greenery and jasmine tucked away from the road.
  • Generous Rice Refills: Staff offer complimentary extra servings of saffron rice if your initial plate runs low.
  • Sour Cherry Tea Ritual: Tart, ruby-red Albaloo Chay brewed to balance rich grilled meats and sweet pastries.
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Why Diners Choose KABABI

Discover authentic charcoal grills, heartfelt home-style hospitality, and peaceful garden dining hidden in Sunshine.

  • Generous Saffron Rice Top-Ups

    Kababi prepares authentic charcoal-grilled meats and saffron rice, demonstrating remarkable hospitality with complimentary extra rice portions if diners need more.

    They kindly told us that if we felt the rice wasn’t enough, they would happily serve more without charging.

    Mojab Soheil

  • Traditional Persian Flavor Mastery

    Dishes are crafted using heritage Persian techniques, fragrant saffron, tangy dried limes, and barberries for deeply layered flavors.

    Every dish feels intentional, layered with the fragrant complexity of saffron, dried limes, and barberries.

    Bear

  • Heartfelt Grandparent-Style Warmth

    Guests are greeted with personal warmth and nostalgic comforts that evoke the intimate feeling of visiting family.

    The smells, the décor, the warmth of the place, and the way we were treated made me feel like I was sitting in a Persian grandparent’s home.

    Alana M

  • Delight in Unexpected Discovery

    Looking past the unassuming industrial precinct rewards guests with genuine hospitality and memorable culinary depth.

    I walked in with doubts and walked out having discovered an amazing food experience.

    Soheb Patanwala

  • Brewed Tea and Baklava Ritual

    Meals conclude with traditional steeped brews such as sour cherry or cardamom tea served alongside authentic Persian pastries.

    Their tea and baklava are absolutely outstanding and the perfect way to finish the meal.

    Adventurous Observer

  • Tranquil Garden Dining Enclave

    An inviting courtyard lined with greenery and jasmine offers a tranquil, comfortable oasis secluded from the surrounding industrial zone.

    We sat in the quaint garden setting outside under the Jasmine and had dips and coffee.

    Jo Postill

Authentic charcoal kebabs and traditional stews served with fragrant saffron rice

  • Kebab Koobideh

    The lamb mince kebab Chelow Kabab Koobideh and zesty chicken Chelow Jujeh Kabab were both amazing.

    Warren Tate Speaker Coach

  • Jujeh Kebab

    I ordered the Jujeh Kebab, and when the plate arrived, it looked absolutely beautiful. The first bite was even better, packed with flavour and perfectly cooked.

    Soheb Patanwala

  • Chicken Fesenjun

    The chicken fesenjun was rich and fragrant, and the koobideh was juicy and full of flavour — everything smelled amazing.

    Nina Lin

  • Shishlik Kebab

    I can confidently say that Kababi serves the most delicious, fresh, juicy, king-portion Shishlik kebab I’ve had anywhere in Melbourne.

    Maral Ariya

Other favorites

Traditional teas, starters, and house-made sweets to begin or complete your Persian dining experience

  • Sour Cherry Tea (Albaloo Chay)

    While the entire meal was spectacular, the Sour Cherry Tea (Albaloo Chay) is the absolute must have of the experience. It arrives with a stunning, deep ruby hue and offers a sophisticated profile that is both tart and subtly sweet.

    Bear

  • Kashk-e Bademjan

    The starter kashk-e bademjan was great, and the moosir yogurt was perfect.

    Rihanna

  • Baklava

    Their tea and baklava are absolutely outstanding and the perfect way to finish the meal.

    Adventurous Observer

  • Saffron Cardamom Tea

    Saffron Cardamom Tea - sweet, fragrant, pure heaven.

    Eat Love Gram

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality rituals and distinctive touches that define dining at KABABI

  • Complimentary Saffron Rice Top-Ups

    Guests are explicitly informed that if their rice serving feels insufficient, the team happily provides more at no extra charge.

  • Jasmine Garden Setting

    Dining extends into a tranquil outdoor garden enclave set beneath jasmine and greenery, contrasting with the surrounding industrial area.

  • Social Enterprise Mission

    The kitchen operates with a direct social purpose, actively employing and empowering refugees, asylum seekers, and new migrants.

  • Signed Chef Cookbook Experience

    Diners can purchase chef Hamed Allahyari’s cookbook on-site and have it personally signed by the chef himself.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on locating the venue, peak wait times, and ordering traditional Persian specialties.

  • Industrial Estate Location

    Kababi is tucked away in an industrial area, so look past the unassuming warehouse surroundings to find the garden seating and dining room inside.

  • Pace and Peak Wait Times

    Dishes are cooked fresh to order in a compact kitchen, meaning wait times can reach 30 minutes during busy peak periods like Friday dinner.

  • Tea and Dessert Orders

    Pair kebabs with traditional brewed drinks like the sour cherry tea (albaloo chay) or saffron cardamom tea, and ask for off-menu sweets like noon-e khamei.

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