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Mataam Al Mandi Punchbowl

4 767Punchbowl Rd, Punchbowl NSW 2196, Australia

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Find Mataam Al Mandi Punchbowl

4 767Punchbowl Rd, Punchbowl NSW 2196, Australia

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+61 2 9681 7162
HoursMonday: 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM Tuesday: 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM Wednesday: 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM Thursday: 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM Friday: 2:30 PM – 1:30 AM Saturday: 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM Sunday: 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mataam Al Mandi Punchbowl

Mataam Al Mandi serves massive communal platters of fall-apart lamb shoulder and spiced chicken over fragrant mandi rice. Regulars crowd the tables for tight focus on Yemeni classics—mandi and madfoon—served in portions built for groups. Night owls roll in past midnight, with kitchen service running until 1:30 AM. Meals wrap with house-poured complimentary kehwa.

  • Communal Platters: Generous platters heaped with tender lamb shoulder, leg, or grilled chicken over spiced rice feed shared tables.
  • Late-Night Dining: Open late into the night, serving hot mandi meals until 1:30 AM.
  • Complimentary Kehwa: Warm complimentary spiced tea served after heavy shared platters.
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Why Dine at Mataam Al Mandi Punchbowl

Discover why guests gather for authentic Mandi feasts, midnight dining, and hospitable communal comfort.

  • Tender Slow-Cooked Meats & Fragrant Mandi Rice

    Generous platters of slow-cooked lamb shank, mutton, and succulent chicken served atop fragrant spiced rice provide authentic, filling feasts for large groups.

    The lamb shank and chicken mandi were incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavour. The rice was fragrant and perfectly cooked

    Manish Bhandari

  • Dedicated Mandi & Madfoon Specialty Focus

    Focused exclusively on classic Yemeni Mandi and Madfoon dishes cooked with meticulous care rather than diluted by an overextended menu.

    The menu is limited to Mandi and Madfoon, but honestly that's all you need to have amazing yemeni food

    Nasser Alkhateeb

  • Welcoming Atmosphere for Group Gatherings

    Spacious communal seating and welcoming service create a calm environment tailored for shared meals with family and friends.

    I come to this place regularly to catch up with friends over great food. It's a calm welcoming atmosphere with plenty of space.

    Nasser Alkhateeb

  • Generous Feasts for Communal Sharing

    Generous family-sized platters make communal dining practical and enjoyable for both large parties and family catch-ups.

    ordered shoulder Mundi and chicken together. Juicy and tasty. It was good enough for 4-6 people.

    Faisal M

  • Late-Night Dining Past Midnight

    Operating until 1:30 AM allows late-night groups to enjoy fresh, hot culinary feasts well past traditional dining hours.

    Try to come early or take advantage of late night opening until 1:30am!

    Mostafa Fahmy

  • Convenient On-Site Prayer Space

    A dedicated in-house prayer space allows diners to seamlessly fulfill daily prayers while dining out with peace of mind.

    They give you space to pray as well. Who could ask for anything more!!

    Nasser Alkhateeb

Signature slow-cooked meats and fragrant spiced rice platters built for sharing

  • Chicken Mandi

    The lamb shank and chicken mandi were incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavour.

    Manish Bhandari

  • Mutton Mandi

    The mutton mandi was delicious, with a generous portion of both meat and rice.

    Muhammad Junaid

  • Lamb Shoulder

    The lamb shoulder feeds 4-5 and is $120. Excellent.

    B W

  • Lamb Shank

    Ordered the mixed mandi plate and requested to swap the chicken for a lamb shank with no issues.

    Lena Hing

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitable touches that elevate communal dining at Mataam Al Mandi Punchbowl

  • Complimentary Post-Meal Kehwa

    Guests are treated to complimentary traditional Kehwa tea served after dining, offering a soothing digestif that rounds out rich meat and rice platters.

  • Dedicated On-Site Prayer Space

    The restaurant provides a dedicated on-site space for guests to observe prayers conveniently while dining out.

  • Late-Night Service Until 1:30 AM

    Catering to night owls and late-evening gatherings, dining service extends into the early morning hours until 1:30 AM.

  • Flexible Platter Customization

    The kitchen readily accommodates customer requests to customize combination platters, such as swapping chicken for lamb shank without friction.

Before you head over

Practical dining guidance for your visit to Mataam Al Mandi Punchbowl

  • Timing Your Visit

    Peak hours bring lengthy waits up to 25–35 minutes for freshly prepared platters; visit earlier or take advantage of late-night dining open until 1:30 AM to beat peak crowds.

  • Portioning for Groups

    Platters of lamb and chicken mandi are generously sized with large heaps of rice, making shared mixed platters or family packs ideal for groups with leftovers to spare.

  • Prayer Room Access

    Guests dining through prayer times can conveniently fulfill religious obligations on-site using the venue's dedicated in-house prayer space.

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