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PERSO Home Style Grill & Kebabs

3/60 Siddeley St, Docklands VIC 3005, Australia

Recommended by 75 people

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3/60 Siddeley St, Docklands VIC 3005, Australia

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+61 3 8590 5403
HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About PERSO Home Style Grill & Kebabs

Overlooking the Yarra River by Seafarers Bridge, this Docklands stop turns out generous Turkish grills and hefty halal snack packs. Diners head here for plates loaded with smoky adana, skewers of juicy chicken shish, and fluffy rice alongside crunchy chips and house-made garlic sauce. Ali and his crew run the floor with warm hospitality, offering outdoor tables with prime water views—ideal for sharing a mixed grill platter scooped up with warm flatbread and tangy dips.

  • Hearty Plated Grills & HSPs: Full platters loaded with skewered meats, soft rice, crisp salad, warm flatbread, and house dips alongside cheese-topped snack packs.
  • Riverside Terrace Seating: Patio tables sit right along the Yarra River with clear views of the footbridge, perfect for lingering over shared meat plates.
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Why Dine at PERSO Home Style Grill & Kebabs

Why diners choose PERSO for authentic charcoal grills, generous platters, and riverside hospitality.

  • Generous Plated Grill Feasts

    Charcoal-grilled lamb, chicken, and adana shish are served hot with rice, flatbread, fresh salad, and traditional house dips.

    I got the lamb shish pack and it was the perfect balance between rice, meat, salad and dip.

    Jonathon Edwards

  • Crunchy, Loaded Halal Snack Packs

    Freshly cut halal snack packs layered with seasoned chips and garlic sauce offer substantial, flavour-packed comfort.

    Chips are very crunchy and they have a pretty healthy serve of kebab meat on the top.

    Tomomi

  • Warm, Family-Run Hospitality

    Ali and his family personally look after every guest with genuine warmth, attentive hospitality, and generous service.

    The owner, Ali is so friendly and welcoming. He'll have a conversation with you and get to know you and make sure you are happy.

    Lauren Jacobs

  • Wholesome Home-Style Satisfaction

    Hefty portions and made-to-order preparation make every meal deeply satisfying and reassuringly generous.

    The food is packed with flavour, and the portions are just perfect. The meat is perfectly cooked, the ingredients are fresh, and everything is made with care.

    Eva El-Saleh

  • Scenic Riverside Dining Views

    Outdoor seating overlooks the Yarra River and Seafarers Bridge, creating a scenic backdrop for dining with friends and family.

    They have both indoor and outdoor seating options with a view of Seafarers Bridge. The perfect setting to enjoy their delicious platters and drinks; overall a cozy atmosphere.

    AK

  • Tranquil Waterfront Atmosphere

    A tranquil riverside terrace right by the footbridge offers a relaxed pause from bustling city streets.

    It is a setting of pure tranquillity, and one cannot help but feel at peace in the presence of such natural beauty.

    Jonno Robin

Generous home-style grilled platters and Melbourne-favorite snack packs

  • Halal Snack Pack (HSP)

    This place’s HSP is amazing! We always buy it from here.

    Tomomi

  • Mixed Grill Platter

    I chose the mixed grilled platter and I was rewarded with juicy and succulent chicken, lamb and adana.

    Henry Chung

  • Grilled Chicken Shish Platter

    I ordered the Grilled chicken shish platter, served with rice, bread, mixed salad, grilled tomato, and a choice of two dips. The chicken was juicy, and I really enjoyed the dips.

    Jo SB

  • Grilled Adana Platter

    The Grilled Adana Platter is to die for.

    Hossein Ghanbari Adivi

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and welcoming hospitality that elevate the riverside grill experience

  • Personal Table Visits from the Owner

    Owner Ali personally visits tables to connect with diners, share conversations, and gather direct feedback on their meal.

  • Complimentary Welcome Drinks

    First-time and visiting diners are welcomed with complimentary drinks on the house to start their dining experience.

  • House Garlic Sauce Samplers

    Staff proactively offer complimentary tastes of house-made garlic sauce before serving or ordering.

  • Thoughtful Family Portion Guidance

    Staff provide honest guidance on platter portion sizes for families, suggesting shared portions to prevent over-ordering and avoid food waste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there outdoor seating with a view?

Yes, Perso offers both indoor dining and an outdoor seating area along the Yarra River with views of the Seafarers Bridge.

What comes with the grilled platters, and how are the portions?

Platters are substantial and come complete with grilled meats (such as chicken shish, lamb, or adana), rice, mixed salad, bread, and dips. Portions are generous enough that a single platter can often be shared between two children.

Does Perso serve halal food?

Yes, reviewers note that Perso serves halal food, with popular options including their halal snack packs (HSP), chicken shawarma, and grilled kebab rolls.

Is there a wait time for the food?

Items are cooked fresh to order on the spot, so there can occasionally be a short wait during busier periods, but visitors note the fresh quality makes it well worth it.

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