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Maha Restaurant

21 Bond St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 61 people

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21 Bond St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9629 5900
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Maha Restaurant

Tucked down Bond Street, Maha reimagines Levantine dining through bold multi-course banquets and dark, subterranean luxury. Push past the heavy entrance and settle into an intimate room buzzing with Middle Eastern music. The kitchen makes a strong case for its Soufra feast—pillowy warm flatbread paired with smoked hummus, charred wagyu Ali Nazik, and rich 12-hour slow-roasted lamb shoulder glazed in its own juices. Plant-based diners are never an afterthought either, with dedicated vegan and vegetarian menus served concurrently without compromise. Expertly matched wines and refreshing pomegranate sours round out the table, leading smoothly toward Turkish delight doughnuts.

  • Elevated Levantine Feasts: Multi-course banquets like the Soufra menu feature warm flatbread, silky smoked hummus, and tender 12-hour roasted lamb shoulder.
  • Plant-Based Tasting Menus: Dedicated standalone vegan and vegetarian set menus run alongside regular seatings to comfortably cater to mixed tables.
  • Moody Subterranean Atmosphere: Subterranean Bond Street setting with mood lighting, curated Middle Eastern soundtracks, and celebratory milestone hospitality.
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The Maha Experience

Why diners choose Maha for elevated Middle Eastern feasts and unforgettable occasions

  • Dedicated Plant-Based Menus Alongside Omnivore Banquets

    Maha creates dedicated standalone vegan and vegetarian set menus, allowing diners with varied dietary requirements to order seamless parallel degustations at the same table without compromise.

    They had a vegan specific menu and we were able to do the set menu with one vegan and one regular which was fab!

    Angela Ling

  • Attentive Custom Accommodations for Dietary Allergies

    The kitchen accommodates complex food allergies and restrictions with tailored substitutions, ensuring every guest participates fully in the multi-course set dinner.

    I have serious allergies and they spent extra care, adjusting some items, to make sure everything was fine.

    Fidan Şenova

  • Memorable Milestone Celebrations with Personal Touches

    Guests celebrating birthdays and anniversaries receive thoughtful, personalized hospitality touches such as customized cards, birthday desserts, and surprise mementos that elevate the milestone.

    The waitress then provided a birthday dessert and a birthday card, which was a lovely touch, different from most restaurants.

    Thanh Pham

  • Generous Group Dining That Leaves Everyone Satisfied

    Maha provides a generous multi-course banquet format such as the Soufra menu, ensuring guests and colleagues leave completely satisfied with substantial portions.

    We did the Soufra meal plus snacks and for 4 women found it to be plenty of food so definitely worth it.

    Jenna E

  • A Subterranean Sanctuary Below Melbourne's Streets

    Descending past the gold doors reveals a subterranean haven with soft lighting and Middle Eastern music, transporting guests away from the city bustle into an intimate setting.

    as you push open the gold doors you enter down gorgeous stairs into a new world away from the hustle & bustle of the city

    Belinda Williams

  • Sensory Luxury Touches and Curated Pairings

    The sensory experience is elevated by luxurious hospitality rituals, including tableside explanations, curated wine pairings, and soothing lavender hand oils to conclude the evening.

    before we left we were given this beautiful lavendar hand oil to refresh our hands before we left. Little things like that are such a wonderful luxury and made the experience so wonderful.

    Bek Kelly

Signature multi-course feasts and celebrated Levantine centerpieces

  • Soufra Tasting Menu

    Their 'Soufra' tasting menu is an absolute masterclass in modern Middle Eastern flavors.

    Richvrd He

  • Roasted Lamb Shoulder

    Incredibly tender, rich, and finished with a sticky lamb fat glaze that melts in your mouth.

    Richvrd He

  • Dedicated Vegan Set Menu

    They had a vegan specific menu and we were able to do the set menu with one vegan and one regular which was fab!

    Angela Ling

  • Ali Nazik Charred Kagoshima Wagyu

    The flat bread dip with hummus was the best I’ve had in a Mediterranean restaurant.

    Shaz Shaz

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and decadent desserts to enhance your dining experience

  • Whipped Hummus

    the whipped hummus with heirloom tomatoes and roasted capsicums was incredible

    Mrunali Deshpande

  • Lebanese Garlic Dumplings

    the Lebanese garlic dumplings with smoky eggplant, pine nuts, and red pepper were amazing

    Mrunali Deshpande

  • Iranian Pistachio & Milk Chocolate Mousse

    A stunning, elegant finish served with refreshing sweet yoghurt ice cream.

    Richvrd He

  • Baklava Ice Cream Sandwich

    do yourself a favour people, get the baklava ice cream sando!! 11/10!!

    Angela Ling

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality rituals, thoughtful dietary care, and tailored celebration gestures that elevate your dining experience.

  • Lavender Hand Oil Departure Ritual

    Before guests depart, staff offer a fragrant lavender hand oil ritual to refresh hands at the table.

  • Personalized Birthday Touches & Surprises

    Birthdays are acknowledged with personalized cards, celebratory treats with candles, and thoughtful surprises like takeaway portions of their signature hummus.

  • Dedicated Plant-Based Menus On Arrival

    Guests with plant-based diets are immediately presented with dedicated standalone vegetarian and vegan printed menus, eliminating the need to decode omnivore menus.

  • Bespoke Allergy & Dietary Course Adaptations

    The kitchen adapts multi-course set menus with tailored substitutions—such as replacing shellfish with tempura pumpkin—ensuring guests with allergies dine seamlessly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Maha accommodate vegetarian, vegan, or other dietary requirements?

Maha offers dedicated standalone vegetarian and vegan set menus, allowing diners with plant-based diets to enjoy a full multi-course tasting experience alongside guests having regular menus. The kitchen also accommodates specific allergies and ingredient requests when notified.

How generous are the set menu portions?

Unlike fine-dining banquets that leave guests hungry, diners consistently highlight the generous multi-course portion sizes of set menus like the Soufra, noting that appetisers and entrees are substantial enough that you will want to save room for the mains and desserts.

Is it suitable for milestone celebrations, and what can you expect?

Maha accepts advance bookings, and noting a birthday or anniversary often brings thoughtful touches like personalized greetings or a special dessert. However, acknowledging occasions is not always guaranteed, so confirming key requests upon arrival is helpful.

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