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Byblos On OConnell

21/23 O'Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia

Recommended by 38 people

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21/23 O'Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia

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+61 8 8267 5975
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Byblos On OConnell

Generous Lebanese banquets make Byblos On OConnell an easy call for lively group gatherings in North Adelaide. Manager Manoel coordinates arrivals and events personally, setting a welcoming tone before courses of dips, fresh mezze, and charcoal-grilled skewers start landing. Low-tempo traditional music fills the room without competing with table conversation—leaving space to linger over Turkish coffee and crisp baklava.

  • Attentive Host Care: Owner Manoel regularly welcomes arriving tables and assists with planning group dinners.
  • Communal Feasts: Continuous multi-course spreads bundle fresh mezze, creamy dips, and charcoal skewers for easy table sharing.
  • Measured Atmosphere: Traditional Lebanese tunes provide cultural ambiance at volumes suited for conversation.
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Why Diners Choose Byblos On OConnell

Why diners choose Byblos On OConnell for group gatherings and authentic Lebanese dining

  • Abundant Multi-Course Banquets

    Multi-course feast options feature endless spreads of mezze, dips, and grilled meats, ensuring parties and groups leave thoroughly satisfied.

    Beautiful food kept coming to our table until we were absolutely overfull.

    Mignon Selway

  • Memorable Group Gatherings

    Birthdays and family celebrations are elevated with thoughtful touches, attentive table coordination, and celebratory surprises.

    I wasn’t expecting the birthday song at all, and the way the staff surprised us with the cake truly made my day so special.

    Rana

  • Personalized Welcoming Hospitality

    Hands-on hospitality from the venue's host and manager ensures that planning events and dining in person feels genuinely personal and warm.

    We were assisted in planning our event by manager Manoel who was SO friendly, happy and helpful and made it very easy.

    Meagan Graetz

  • Transportive Dining Atmosphere

    The dining room provides an immersive escape through authentic regional cuisine, cultural decor, and a community atmosphere.

    From the moment you step into the restaurant, you feel that you are in Lebanon.

    Wissam Zaatar

  • Conversational Cultural Audio

    A curated soundtrack of traditional Lebanese tunes plays at a comfortable acoustic level that supports effortless dinner conversation.

    Lovely Lebanese background music and not too loud, we could talk!

    Catherine Thiele

  • Authentic Middle Eastern Flavors

    Skewers, dips, and mezze are prepared with bold regional seasonings and charcoal-fired techniques that capture authentic Lebanese cooking.

    Rich, authentic flavours that take you straight to Lebanon.

    Hamzeh Aldoghaila

Signature Lebanese feasts and authentic grilled favorites

  • Banquet Menu

    Had the banquet menu here and absolutely loved the experience! The food was fresh, flavourful and beautifully presented, with a great variety of Lebanese dishes to try.

    Sandun Perera

  • Hummus

    The hummus was next level and the grilled meats were juicy and so flavoursome.

    Miriam Voortman

  • Mixed Plate

    Very, very tasty Mixed Plate. Also quite filling. Generous portions. The meat was excellent.

    Diren Gokal

  • Shwarma Lahme

    Oh my goodness, I had tabbouleh and shwarma lahme (added garlic sauce) and I didn't want to stop eating, had to be the best lebanese food I've had

    Estefanía

Other favorites

Traditional Lebanese sides, drinks, and sweet finishes

  • Tabbouleh

    Oh my goodness, I had tabbouleh and shwarma lahme (added garlic sauce) and I didn't want to stop eating, had to be the best lebanese food I've had

    Estefanía

  • Turkish Coffee

    We ended our dinner with Turkish coffee and delicious baklava, and I didn't want this experience to end

    Rana Omar

  • Baklava

    We ended our dinner with Turkish coffee and delicious baklava, and I didn't want this experience to end, it was worth every dollar spent

    Rana Omar

  • Fried Cauliflower

    The fried cauliflower was perfectly crispy and the grilled kafta skewers was juicy, smoky, and seasoned just right.

    Hamzeh Aldoghaila

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and cultural touches that elevate gatherings at Byblos On OConnell.

  • Personal Host Welcome & Event Coordination

    Owner and manager Manoel personally meets guests at reception and directly coordinates custom party bookings and private upstairs seating arrangements.

  • Surprise Birthday Celebrations

    Staff present unexpected birthday serenades and coordinate cake delivery to elevate family milestone celebrations.

  • Balanced Traditional Lebanese Soundscape

    Traditional Lebanese melodies are curated at a balanced, low volume to cultivate authentic Middle Eastern ambience while ensuring unhindered conversation.

  • Attentive Dietary Navigation

    Servers guide diners through naturally gluten-free Lebanese dishes and customize dedicated vegetarian platters with detailed dish explanations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do the banquet menus work?

Yes, banquets are available with generous multi-course spreads spanning dips, mezze, and grilled skewers, offering enough food that guests regularly report leaving completely full.

Can the kitchen accommodate vegetarian or gluten-free diets?

While the restaurant does not offer gluten-free bread, many traditional dishes are naturally gluten-free, and staff are happy to assist with menu recommendations. Dedicated vegetarian platters are also available.

Can you book ahead for groups and celebrations?

Yes, the venue accepts reservations, which can be particularly useful for birthdays and larger parties looking to plan ahead or request quieter upstairs seating.

Is parking available nearby?

Free street parking is available along the surrounding streets nearby in North Adelaide.

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