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1001 Nights Restaurant, Mount Eliza, AU-VIC

1001 Nights Restaurant

4.7
4.7
272 Reviews
$40 and under
Middle Eastern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
1001 Nights in Mount Eliza, brings the warmth of the Middle East to the Mornington Peninsula. Begin with mezze, small plates ideal for sharing with loved ones. Our signature chargrill menu features succulent lamb, vibrant seafood, tender chicken and delicious haloumi– all cooked to perfection over open flames. Explore the comforting tajines. Slow-cooked stews bathed in fragrant spices, these dishes capture the essence of Middle Eastern home cooking, promising a warm and satisfying experience. Feeling indecisive? Opt for one of our set menus. 1001 Nights also boasts a range of local and Middle Eastern wines and spirits complete the experience. Dine indoors or alfresco – a delicious adventure awaits!

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Experiences

  • Banquette feast menu

    A$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Embark on a culinary journey with our Mezze Share Platter, a tantalizing fusion of flavors. Savor chickpea falafel, hand-rolled spiced rice vine leaves, minced beef kibbeh, refreshing fatoush salad, baba ganoush, hummus, tzatziki, and freshly baked flatbread. For the main course, relish the succulent delights of charcoal-cooked Angus beef, our renowned Istabuli kebab, and tantalizing chicken tikka, served alongside a side of our spicy harissa and aromatic biryani rice. End your culinary adventure on a sweet note with our luscious homemade ricotta rose and pistachio Turkish delights, followed by the crispy perfection of baklava.
    Banquette feast menu photo

  • Lunch Mezze Platter

    A$40.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Delight in a splendid lunchtime with our generous Sharing Platter for 2! Immerse your taste buds in a symphony of flavours, featuring creamy hummus, smoky baba ganoush, and tangy tzatziki. Indulge in the crispiness of chickpea falafel, the savoury allure of spiced rice vine leaf dolmas, and the heartiness of batata chap. Experience the culinary artistry of minced beef kibbeh and savour the zingy pickled vegetables in our refreshing fatoush salad. All this, perfectly accompanied by the soft embrace of our freshly baked flatbread. An unforgettable feast for two awaits!
    Lunch Mezze Platter photo

Menu

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What 272 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Healthy

  • Victoria

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Victoria

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Best Overall

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Best Food

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Best Service

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Best Value

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Good for business meals

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Healthy

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Good for special occasions

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1001 Nights Restaurant offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food," "great service," and a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests rave about the "amazing atmosphere" and the "friendly staff." While some mention noise levels, the overall experience is consistently praised for its authentic Middle Eastern cuisine and welcoming ambiance.

272 Reviews

  1. Pat

    Victoria3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Greatest Middle Eastern Food in Melbourne by far. The food is always fresh and serve is AAA+.

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  2. Travis

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter for the evening was very helpful with menu and kind

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  3. Adam

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Have dined at 1001 Nights many times before and this evening was particularly busy. Despite this, the food and service was fantastic with attentive and friendly staff. Thank you. Adam

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  4. food

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gone five times now and it's always brilliant. The staff are efficient and attentive. The food is 11/10. We ordered a wide range from vegetarian through to the mixed grill. Get the warm dolmas. Great experience. You won't walk away hungry.

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  5. Edwina

    Victoria3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have eaten at 1001 nights several times, lunch and dinner. Every time it has been a wonderful experience, staff are awesome and food delicious. Great value.

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  6. Gabriella

    Victoria1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was amazing, for the price though i did expect some more food on the plate

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  7. Vicky

    Victoria6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely host. Beautiful cuisine. Nothing was too much trouble. We very much enjoyed our beautiful early Christmas lunch celebrating with family. Couldn’t have asked for more. Thanks so much. Devine.

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  8. Philip

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and meals - a great experience as always

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  9. peter

    Victoria3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service was excellent, as always. Some very very loud tables which made it a bit too noisy for our liking.

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  10. Michael

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious and the service very good but it got very noisy after a large group arrived

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FAQs

1001 Nights Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 272 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 1001 Nights Restaurant

3/86 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza, AU-VIC 3930

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (03) 9787 5565
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 06:30–15:00 Wed–Sun 06:30–22:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
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