35 min from WSA20 min from Central
Lakemba
Sydney's Lebanese heart — food that feeds a community
Haldon Street in Lakemba is Sydney's most authentic Middle Eastern food street. Lebanese bakeries open until midnight, shawarma joints, fatteh, knafeh fresh from the oven. During Ramadan the street transforms into a night market that runs until 3am — one of Sydney's great food experiences.
What to Eat
- →Shawarma — several excellent spots on Haldon Street
- →Knafeh (cheese pastry dessert) — get it fresh
- →Fatteh
- →Lebanese bread from the bakeries
- →Ramadan night market food (during Ramadan only)
Best Streets
Haldon Street
Markets
Ramadan Night Market — during Ramadan, nightly
Local Tips
Many places only accept cash. Open very late — some until 2-3am. Ramadan is the peak season if your visit coincides.