Sahtein
Highlights
- Savour seasonal mezze that kick off your meal, inviting a communal experience rich in flavour and tradition.
- Gather in a warm, inviting space on Argyle Street, perfect for long lunches and intimate dinners with loved ones.
- Enjoy dishes cooked over wood fire and charcoal, enhancing the authentic Lebanese flavours that define each plate.
- Experience unhurried dining where conversation flows easily, allowing you to settle into the rhythm of your meal.
Sahtein is an authentic Lebanese restaurant in Sydney shaped by generous hospitality and shared dining. Meals unfold at the centre of the table – unhurried, with plates arriving as they’re ready, conversation flowing easily, and time taken to settle into the rhythm of the meal.
Located on Argyle Street in the heart of The Rocks, Sahtein offers a warm, inviting space for gathering, whether for long lunches, intimate dinners, or celebrations shared with family and friends.
The menu is inspired by everyday Lebanese cooking, shaped by the way meals are shared in homes and neighbourhood restaurants across Beirut and beyond. Seasonal mezze open the meal, followed by vibrant salads and dishes cooked over wood fire and charcoal, brought to the table in a natural flow. Dishes are passed, flavours layered, and the table becomes the focus of the experience.
Each plate is thoughtful and generous, guided by seasonality and balance, with flavours that stay true to their origins. It’s Lebanese dining at its heart – familiar, relaxed, and assured.
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