Discover the Flavors of Balila Lebanese Cuisine & Cafe Menu
Welcome to Balila Lebanese Cuisine & Cafe, where the vibrant flavors of Lebanon come to life! Nestled at 309 Huntingdale Rd in Oakleigh, VIC, our menu is a delightful journey through authentic Lebanese dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Don’t miss our signature Mixed Grill with Salad, the succulent Shawarma Lamb Plate, or our rich and sweet Mix Baklava to finish off your meal. Whether you’re a fan of classic Falafel Plates or want to explore vegan options like the Vegan Shawarma Lamb Plate, there’s something for everyone! Be sure to sip on our aromatic Lebanese Coffee and enjoy a leisurely meal with friends or family. Each dish is crafted with love and authenticity, inviting you to indulge in a culinary experience that celebrates the heart of Lebanese cuisine. Join us and savor the delightful offerings of Balila!
Dips
Labneh
Vegetarian. Strained natural yoghurt and salt drizzled with olive oil.$ A$13.00
Trio Dips
Vegetarian. Hummus, baba ghanouj and tzatziki served with pita bread.$ A$20.00
Tahini
Vegan. A smooth blend of roasted sesame seeds, lemon juice, garlic and aioli olive oil.$ A$9.00
Hummus
Vegan, vegetarian. A smooth blend of chickpeas tahini, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil.$ A$13.00
Tzatziki
Vegetarian. Strained natural yoghurt mixed with cucumber, mint and garlic.$ A$13.00
Garlic
Vegan, vegetarian. Lebanese garlic dip.$ A$9.00
Baba Ghanouj
Vegan, vegetarian. Smoked eggplant puree blended with tahini garlic and lemon juice.$ A$13.00
Mashawe Kafta
Char-grilled 3 kafta skewers. Served with aromatic rice,salad,pita bread and our traditional garlic dip.$ A$32.00
Shawarma Chicken Plate
Slices of seasoned chicken topped with parsley, onion and sumac. Served as a open-plate with chips, salad, pickles and our traditional garlic dip$ A$32.00
Chicken Parma
Schnitzel topped with napoli and mozzarella cheese served with chips and salad.$ A$28.00
Falafel Plate
Vegan, vegetarian. Blend of fried chickpeas and fava beans , garlic, sour herbs and spices (six pieces). Served with lettuce, tomato, pickles, pita bread and tahini dip.$ A$24.00
Vegan Parma
Vegan, vegetarian. Schnitzel topped with napoli sauce and vegan cheese. Served with chips and salad.$ A$28.00
Shawarma Lamb Plate
Slices of seasoned lamb topped with parsley, onion and sumac. Served as an open plate with chips, salad and tahini sauce.$ A$34.00
Mashawe Lamb
Char-grilled 3 lamb skewers. Served with aromatic rice,salad,pita bread and our traditional garlic dip.$ A$34.00
Vegan Shawarma Lamb Plate
Plant-based lamp strips topped with parsley, onion and sumac. Served with chips, salad, pickles and our traditional tahini dip$ A$34.00
Vegan Shawarma Chicken Plate
Vegan, vegetarian. Slow roasted chicken served with chips, pickles and garlic dip.$ A$34.00
Mashawe Mix
Gluten free. Char-grilled chicken, lamb and kafta skewers. Served with rice, salad, pita bread and garlic dip.$ A$32.00
Mashawe Chicken
Char-grilled 3 chicken skewers. Served with aromatic rice,salad,pita bread and our traditional garlic dip.$ A$32.00
Vegetable Makloubeh
Oven-baked rice with layers of eggplant, tomato, potato and capsicum. Topped with homemade Napoli sauce$ A$24.00
Vegan Mashawe
Vegan, vegetarian. Char-grilled kafta skewers, pita bread, tabbouleh salad, hummus and garlic dip. Served with chips or rice.$ A$34.00
Mains
Salad
Traditional Lebanese Salad
Vegan, vegetarian. Cucumber, tomato, onion, dried mint leaves, drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil.$ A$11.00
Fattoush Salad
Vegan, vegetarian. Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, bell peppers, fried pita bread, a bright dressing composed of squeezed lemon juice, sumac, pomegranate molasses and olive oil.$ A$12.00
Tabbouleh Salad
Vegan, vegetarian. Chopped parsley mixed with tomato diced onion, bulgur, mint finished with a lemon juice and olive oil dressing.$ A$12.00
Falafel Salad
Vegan, vegetarian. Lettuce, mixed vegetables, pickled cucumber, turnip topped with falafel and finished with a drizzle of tahini sauce.$ A$12.00
Mix Baklava
4 pcs$ A$10.00
Vanilla Turkish Delight
4 pcs$ A$8.00
Mix Turkish Delight
4 pcs$ A$8.00
Rose Turkish Delight
4 pcs$ A$8.00
Sweets
Wraps
Vegan Chicken Tawook
Plant-based chicken wrapped with chips, pickled cucumbers and homemade garlic$ A$16.00
Vegan Kafta Wrap
Vegan, vegetarian. Chargrilled vegan mince mixed with Lebanese seven spices, onion, parsley wrapped with lettuce, tomato, onion, hummus, pickled cucumber and garlic sauce.$ A$16.00
Batata Wrap
Hot chips, shredded cabbage, sweet corn, mayonnaise and garlic sauce.$ A$13.00
Soujouk Wrap
Spiced, dried beef sausage, tomato, onion, pickles and garlic sauce.$ A$15.00
Vegan Shawarma Lamb Wrap
Plant based lamb , Parsley, onion, tomato, pickled cucumber, sumac and tahini sauce.$ A$16.00
Zaatar Wrap
Thyme blended with sesame seeds, oregano, sumac, a drizzle of olive oil then wrapped with fresh lettuce, tomato, pickles and onion$ A$13.00
Lamb Wrap
Chargrilled lamb, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickled cucumber, tzatziki and garlic sauce.$ A$15.00
Chicken Wrap
Char-grilled chicken, lettuce, onion, pickled cucumber, tzatziki and garlic sauce.$ A$15.00
Kafta Wrap
Chargrilled lamb mince mixed with Lebanese seven spices, onion, parsley wrapped with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickled cucumber and tzatziki sauce.$ A$15.00
Falafel Wrap
Vegan, vegetarian. Falafel, lettuce, tomato, parsley, pickled cucumber, pickled turnip and tahini sauce.$ A$13.00
Chicken Tawook Wrap
Char-grilled chicken Wrapped with chips, pickled cucumbers and homemade garlic$ A$15.00
Vegan Chicken Wrap
Vegan, vegetarian. Roasted chicken, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickled cucumber, hummus and garlic sauce.$ A$16.00
Shawarma Lamb Wrap
Slices of seasoned lamb, parsley, onion, tomato, cucumber pickles, sumac and tahini sauce.$ A$15.00
Rice
Aromatic plane rice with saffron$ A$8.00
Medium Hot Chips
French fries served with a dip of your choice$ A$8.00
Large Hot Chips
French fries served with a dip of your choice$ A$12.00
Lebanese Bread
5 pack of Lebanese bread$ A$5.00
Warak Enab
4 pcs of slow-cooked grape leaves stuffed with a special mix of spiced rice, parsley, tomato, onion, lemon juice and olive oil$ A$12.00
Single Skewer
Chicken - kafta or lamb.$ A$7.00
Sides
Kids Mains
1 Skewer & Rice.
Chicken , lamd or kafta served with rice.$ A$14.00
Chicken Nuggets & Chips With Sauce
Five pieces.$ A$12.00
1 Skewer & Chips
Chicken , lamd or kafta served with chips$ A$14.00
Vegan Nuggets & Chips With Sauce
Vegan, vegetarian. Five pieces.$ A$12.00
Zaatar Pizza
Vegan, vegetarian. Thyme blended with sesame seeds. Oregano, sumac and a drizzle of olive oil.$ A$5.00
Spinach Pizza
Vegan, vegetarian. Triangle pie filled with spinach, onion, sumac and lemon juice.$ A$10.00
Cheese
Semi-circle pie filled with halloumi and mozzarella cheese$ A$10.00
Spinach & Cheese Pizza
Triangle pie filled with spinach and cheese.$ A$10.00
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