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Shahkar Restaurant & Cafe

22 Langhorne St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia

Recommended by 8 people

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22 Langhorne St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia

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+61 3 8712 9454
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Shahkar Restaurant & Cafe

Shahkar serves generous Persian and Afghan plates built for sharing—from early morning breakfasts to late-night kebab platters. Tables fill quickly with family-sized trays of Vaziri skewers, tart Zereshk pulao, and steamed Ashak dumplings dressed in yogurt and spiced lentils. Early risers drop in from 7:00 AM for traditional breakfast staples, while dinner tables start with complimentary bowls of warm chicken and oat soup before the charcoal grills take over.

  • All-Day Breakfast to Late Dining: Doors open daily at 7:00 AM with a dedicated morning menu alongside Persian and Afghan mains served through 10:00–11:00 PM.
  • Complimentary Starter Soup: Diners are welcomed with an included bowl of comforting chicken and oat soup before main dishes arrive.
  • Generous Sharing Packages: Generous four-person banquet platters and tailored buffet options cater to large family groups and celebrations.
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Why Diners Choose Shahkar Restaurant & Cafe

Why diners choose Shahkar Restaurant & Cafe for authentic dining, group celebrations, and heartfelt hospitality.

  • Abundant Persian and Afghan Feasts

    Generous platters and traditional dishes like Kabli pulao and juicy kebabs are served in large portions designed for sharing.

    Every dish tastes fresh and perfectly spiced, with generous portions that are great for sharing.

    Hassan M

  • Complimentary Appetizer Hospitality

    Guests receive complimentary chicken soup as an included starter course before their mains arrive.

    Chicken soup as an appetizer was included for free.

    Erfan Rezaei

  • Nostalgic Taste of Home Cooking

    Dishes bring nostalgic comfort with authentic recipes and flavors reminiscent of classic family cooking.

    The portions were huge and everything tasted like proper home cooked food made with love.

    Tamara

  • Worth the Long Distance Drive

    Guests traveling from across Melbourne find the quality, warmth, and generous portions well worth long journeys.

    We don't live locally but finding this gem made up for the 50 kms drive.....it's so worth it 😊

    RP V

  • Generous Group Dining Packages

    Structured sharing packages and generous banquet options make coordinating meals for groups effortless.

    We bought the package for 4 people and we couldn't even finish it as there was a loooot of food.

    Subhashi Jayasekara

  • Celebration and Event Buffets

    Dedicated buffet menu selections and attentive party catering make milestone celebrations and gatherings a success.

    I highly recommend checking out the Buffet menu options on offer at Shahkar - you won't be disappointed!!!

    Rasha Captan

Authentic Persian and Afghan specialties prepared with traditional techniques and generous portions

  • Vaziri Kebab

    The skewers as part of Vaziri were fresh and flavourful.

    Sumit Pradhan

  • Ashak

    The Ashak and the plater was especially memorable. Must try!

    Sakina Qasimi

  • Kabli Pulao

    Trust me this is the best restaurant for Kabli pulao in the town

    Foodie

  • Zereshk Pulao

    Zereshk pulao was contentful. Even the portion was huge but it was very light to stomach.

    Sumit Pradhan

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of food is served and what are the portion sizes like?

Shahkar serves traditional Persian and Afghan dishes with generous portion sizes designed for sharing. Popular dishes frequently highlighted by diners include Kabli pulao, Vaziri and Bakhtiari skewers, and Ashak dumplings.

What are the restaurant's opening hours?

The restaurant opens daily from 7:00 AM, closing at 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and remaining open until 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday, offering a dedicated breakfast menu alongside lunch and dinner services.

Can you reserve tables for large groups or private celebrations?

Reservations are accepted and group dining is accommodated, though diners planning events or birthday celebrations should confirm exact section arrangements directly with the team ahead of time.

What parking options are available nearby?

Free parking is available nearby, with both free street parking and free parking lot options around the venue.

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