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Laffe By Kanzaman

344 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

Recommended by 70 people

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344 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

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+61 3 9429 3402
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Laffe By Kanzaman

Laffe delivers authentic Lebanese banquet feasts from an open kitchen on Bridge Road. Uncork a brought bottle of wine for six dollars, then settle in for crisp falafel, smoky baba ghannouj, and skewers of spiced lamb kofta grilled straight off the coals. Regulars treat it like Sunday dinner at an auntie's home—warm, calm, and generous. The kitchen finishes long group spreads with house Turkish delight and strong Lebanese coffee.

  • Sharing Banquets: Multi-dish feasts featuring cold mezze, dips, pastries, and grilled skewers.
  • BYO Wine Friendly: Low six-dollar corkage pairs your favorite vintage with traditional mezze.
  • Open Kitchen Setting: Watch skewers and mezze prepared fresh in the dining room's open layout.
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Why Choose Laffe By Kanzaman

Why Richmond locals and visitors choose Laffe By Kanzaman for authentic Lebanese dining.

  • Multi-Course Lebanese Feast

    Laffe offers a generous multi-course banquet feast featuring traditional mezze, grilled meats, and dips designed for the whole table.

    We had the $60 banquet menu and every single plate was perfect !

    Vaea

  • Affordable Wine-Friendly BYO

    Guests can enjoy authentic dishes alongside their own preferred bottles of wine with accessible corkage.

    This place is BYO for $6 which is great, and the staff and friendly.

    Ralph

  • Homestyle Cooking Close to the Heart

    Diners experience the comfort and nostalgia of home-cooked Lebanese recipes prepared with genuine care.

    Authentic Lebanese food with amazing service. I felt like my parents were cooking for me.

    Pastrami

  • Warm, Forgiving Family Hospitality

    The welcoming hospitality and patient, caring staff make guests feel immediately comfortable and valued.

    the team of Laffe was immensely sweet and caring. They didn't make any issue out of it. They were super-friendly and welcoming.

    Thoughtful Critique

  • Calm Setting for Dates and Gatherings

    With its calm atmosphere and lovely interior, the dining room is an ideal backdrop for dates and catching up with friends.

    Lovely interior, very calming vibes, perfect place to take a date or friends for good food and good talk.

    Cameron

  • Homely Open-Kitchen Gathering Space

    The open kitchen layout and friendly family hosts create an open, engaging environment for group dining.

    run by a loving, friendly family, you'll be welcomed into this restaurant warmly and with open arms! the open kitchen feels makes it a homely experience.

    elisa m

Customer favorites and feast staples

  • Banquet Menu

    We had the $60 banquet menu and every single plate was perfect !

    Vaea

  • Meat Cigars

    Halloumi cigars and meat cigars were incredible.

    Thomas Dalton

  • Falafel

    The falafel was perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside

    Lucia Freeman

  • Mixed Grill

    the mixed grill was a highlight with perfectly cooked and seasoned chicken and lamb skewers.

    Jack McDonald

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures that elevate your dining experience

  • Table Visits from the Chef

    Chef Bilal frequently steps out from the visible kitchen line during service to chat directly with guests at their tables.

  • Complimentary House Tea and Dips

    Staff regularly offer complimentary house tea and extra dip alongside meals as a hospitable welcome gesture.

  • Post-Meal Coffee and Traditional Treats

    Banquets wrap up with traditional coffee and sweet treats, including freshly made stretchy Turkish delight.

  • Guided Lebanese Dish Recommendations

    Hosts provide personal dish recommendations and detailed menu explanations to help guests explore traditional Lebanese dishes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you bring your own wine (BYO)?

Yes, guests report that bringing your own wine (BYO) is welcome, with reviewers noting a $6 corkage fee alongside the restaurant's house wine selections.

Is there a set banquet menu option?

Yes, the banquet menu ($60 per person) is a popular option that lets you sample a broad variety of dishes, including dips, fresh mezze, pastries, and grilled skewers.

Can you book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations are accepted, and the team is accommodating even if you run slightly behind schedule, though booking ahead is helpful for groups and weekend meals.

Is there a surcharge when paying by card?

Expect a small surcharge on card payments, including savings and debit accounts, according to guest experiences.

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