Restaurant
Aalia Restaurant Sydney
Shop 7.07-7.08/25 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Find Aalia Restaurant Sydney
Shop 7.07-7.08/25 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Book NowAbout Aalia Restaurant Sydney
Set right in Martin Place, Aalia channels North African and Middle Eastern traditions into sharp, contemporary dining tailored for milestones. Festivities often kick off with a welcome pour of sparkling wine at the table. Banquets land in steady rhythm—warm, puffed flatbread dragged through smoked buffalo cheese, charred quail skewers cut with tart berries, and bouncy cuttlefish tossed over pearl couscous. Regulars steer straight toward the lamb neck shawarma, pairing it with dry-aged duck or seared flank steak dressed in coffee sauce.
- Regional Culinary Innovation: Dishes pull from Persian and North African traditions, featuring raw lamb nayyeh tartare, puffed Khorasan pita, and cuttlefish with couscous.
- Precision Cuts & Sauces: Rich proteins take focus, from slow-cooked lamb neck shawarma and dry-aged duck to marbled Wagyu flank steak paired with coffee reduction.
- Celebratory Milestone Dining: Polished floor service, banquets tailored for sharing, and arrival pours of sparkling wine anchor birthday and anniversary dinners.
What's On at Aalia Restaurant Sydney
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
Why Book Aalia Restaurant Sydney
Contemporary Levantine artistry, celebratory hospitality, and a generous shared banquet format in the heart of Martin Place—reserve your table and experience Sydney's premier Middle Eastern dining room.
Celebratory Welcomes & Milestone Dining
Anniversaries and major personal celebrations are met with thoughtful floor touches from the moment guests are seated, including arrival champagne pours that immediately set a festive tone.
We were welcomed with champagne on arrival, which was a really lovely touch
Claudia P Signature Banquet Celebrations
For birthdays and milestone occasions, Aalia's Signature Banquet orchestrates an elaborate, unforgettable progression of inventive dishes like cuttlefish with couscous.
the Signature Banquet is a must try. If this was our last supper, this banquet takes the cake!
Vivian Lee Boundary-Pushing Regional Levantine Dishes
Moving past standard mezze expectations, the kitchen presents elevated North African and Iranian culinary traditions, highlighted by rare preparations like raw lamb nayyeh tartare and dry-aged duck.
Innovative interpretations of North Africa & Middle Eastern cuisine, I was amazed by new flavours
Raging Eyeball Precision Culinary Execution Across Every Plate
Every course demonstrates fine-dining precision, from airy, poofy Khorasan pita to perfectly crisped quail skewers and tender Wagyu flank steak balanced by savory reductions.
This was easily one of the best Middle Eastern dining experiences we’ve had. The level of execution on every dish was remarkable.
MarshMallow Effortless Group and Communal Feasting
Communal dining flows effortlessly with generous, well-structured courses designed for sharing among groups, complemented by an expansive wine and cocktail program.
I’d definitely recommend Aalia if you’re going with a group, as the menu works really well for sharing.
Roberta Puggioni Dietary-Inclusive Banquet Formats
Banquet dining is seamlessly accommodating for couples and groups with specific dietary requirements, delivering a cohesive Middle Eastern feast that caters effortlessly to gluten-free diners.
We both enjoyed well balanced and produced mid eastern feast (even my partner is Gluten Free).
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Most popular items
Guest-favorite Levantine dishes highlighted across dining experiences
Lamb Neck Shawarma
The Lamb Neck Shawarma was the standout, incredibly tender, melting in your mouth with rich, deep flavours.
Nasrin khanzaei Quail Skewers
The quail was cooked beautifully, with tender meat and crisp skin.
Hieu Do Khorasan Pita
The pita is "poofy," airy, and incredibly flavorful.
MarshMallow Dry-Aged Duck
The duck was probably my favourite, really flavourful and tender
Roberta Puggioni
Other favorites
Thoughtful beverages, finishing sweets, and hospitable touches beyond the core savory dishes.
Arrival Champagne
We were welcomed with champagne on arrival, which was a really lovely touch
Claudia P House Mocktails
the mocktails were excellent.
Kenny Pollock Mango & Coconut Dessert
went with the mango & coconut dessert, and it was honestly the perfect finish. Light, refreshing, and exactly what you want after a rich meal.
Nasrin khanzaei Dates with Tea
The dates with tea at the end were such a lovely touch and completed the whole Middle Eastern experience.
Nasrin khanzaei
Beyond the menu
Attentive gestures and personalized service details that elevate dining at Aalia.
Celebration Welcome Pours
Guests marking anniversaries and milestone dinners are greeted with arrival pours of champagne or sparkling wine upon seating.
Traditional Dates and Tea Finish
Dining concludes with a traditional Levantine gesture of hot tea served alongside dates to round off the meal.
Tailored Portions for Solo Diners
Floor staff proactively adapt dish recommendations and adjust portions to cater specifically to individual preferences and solo diners.
Seamless Gluten-Free Feast Adaptation
Multi-course shared feasts are seamlessly calibrated to accommodate gluten-free diners without diminishing flavour or course balance.
Before you head over
Practical advice on pacing, logistics, and seating—secure your reservation today for a seamless dining experience.
Reserve Well Ahead for Dinner
The dining room is routinely fully booked and leans moody and energetic in the evenings. Secure reservations well ahead to guarantee your preferred seating time.
Pace Your Bread and Sharing Plates
The puffed Khorasan pita and centerpiece mains like the dry-aged duck are deceptively substantial. One bread is plenty for two to share alongside starters before committing to heavier plates.
Plan for Precinct Restroom Access
There are no restrooms located directly inside the dining room. Diners must step out into the Martin Place complex amenities, so factor in a short walk during long banquets.
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