Zamzam Kitchen

Best Known For

Mandi Lamb Shanks — classic Mandi rice slow-cooked with Somali herbs and spices, served alongside a tender oven-grilled lamb shank with hot chilli.

Located on Racecourse Road in Kensington, Zamzam Kitchen has been proudly serving authentic Somali and African halal cuisine to the Melbourne community since 2008 — a beloved family-born restaurant with a big dream, a warm welcome and a deep passion for food that nourishes both body and soul. Born from a small family kitchen and a genuine desire to share the rich culinary heritage of Somalia and Africa, Zamzam Kitchen has grown into one of Melbourne's most distinctive and celebrated halal dining destinations — merging traditional flavours with contemporary culinary techniques and a commitment to premium quality ingredients in every dish.