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Samaras

Shop 3/ 123 Corrimal St, Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
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Ranked #5 of 99 restaurants in Wollongong
4.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Cuisines: Lebanese
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Central Coast
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

We loved the food, the wait is well worth it. I would suggest ordering an entree though, we were very hungry by the time the mains came. The meat platter for 2 is awesome, so are the lamb shanks! We had a table outside & not near close to heating and in May if you are outside make sure you... More

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Sydney, Australia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

We had a lunch here on a sunday. I had a platter and Dave had a meal with rice. My platter was full of all amazing, rush, spicy flavours and was a delight! The food is not cheap, but it is amazing, honest lebanese food. The serve lovely pita bread with all meals and it helps to mop up the... More

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Sydney
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

We ate here twice and really enjoyed it both times. I'd try and sit outside if you can. The platters are great value, I'd always order at least one of their lamb dishes, but we didn't regret anything we ordered. Garlic bread is strong! They also do takeaway More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

Delicious food and fast service was our experience at this restaurant. The ambience could be improved but overall we were quite happy with the quality of the food and the prices were good for what you received. I paid $25 for the Lebanese platter for 1 which consisted of 1 chicken, 1 lamb and 1 lamb mince shish, with hummus,... More

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unanderra
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

A friend of mine suggested to try samaras and overall had a great night.The service was friendly and very helpful when ordering as never had lebanese food before.We went for the platters that had a mix of everything and enjoyed the lot. More

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Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

i thought this was the worse lebanese i have had, it was over priced and no service what so ever, i could have done a better job at home, will not be back!!! And crap tables outside with a bit of timber on top of a wonky table. :( More

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Wollongong
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Visited Samaras for first time recently. Had the banquet which provided more than enough delicious food for four. Service was timely and respectful. A terrific tasting place of very good Lebanese food. Highly recommended! More

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Wollongong, Australia
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

Go here from time to time usually sit outside. Either order banquet or platter for two. Food is always tasty, love the dips and breads. Staff are great nothing ever a problem kids and adults literally enjoy this place. Paul Leanne More

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Australia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

First time my daughter had tried Lebanese food..all we could say was yum. yum & yum. Sat outside on a nice night with some wine..waiters really friendly. Best food I've had in ages. More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

Best Lebanese I've had, and I have had alottttt. Even better than the 'institutions' down here in Sydney like El Jannah & Habibs. Got the mixed platter, which was absolutely to die for and came with lots of Lebanese bread and sauce. The shawarma was sooo juicy, tender and delicious! Salivating just thinking about it. Great location, nice atmosphere and... More

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