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Sadaf Persian Restaurant - Balmain

68 Mort St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia

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68 Mort St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia

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+61 403 588 858
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sadaf Persian Restaurant - Balmain

Sadaf Balmain serves honest Persian comfort food focused on fragrant saffron rice and charcoal-grilled skewers. The Mort Street dining room strips away formal pretension in favor of family-style hospitality and a welcoming BYO policy. Regulars point to the sizzling Kaseh Kebab—served hot in a dedicated earthenware dish—alongside juicy minced lamb koobideh and slow-cooked lamb shanks. Platters arrive stacked with charred tomatoes and pillowy grains, leaving ample leftovers to pack up for home.

  • Charcoal-Grilled Kebabs: Tender skewers of minced lamb koobideh, chicken, and rich lamb shanks arrive over heaps of fragrant saffron rice.
  • Sizzling Kaseh Kebab: A standout house specialty served bubbling hot in a dedicated dish rather than standard flat skewer platters.
  • BYO-Friendly Dining: Diners can bring their own wine to pair with hearty, family-style meat platters in a low-frills neighborhood setting.
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Why Dine at Sadaf Persian Restaurant

Discover why Balmain locals and Persian food lovers choose Sadaf for authentic kebabs, heartfelt hospitality, and relaxed dining.

  • Authentic Persian Kebabs and Saffron Rice

    Freshly prepared koobideh, joojeh, and slow-cooked meats are paired with perfectly cooked saffron rice.

    The rice is the superstar here. Pillowy soft and delicious.

    Nima B

  • Generous Portions Built for Sharing

    Generous meat platters and plentiful servings provide substantial value for family dinners and shared meals.

    The servings are so big it’s almost impossible to finish in one sitting.

    Marcus Jafari

  • A Nostalgic Taste of Home and Heritage

    Traditional recipes and authentic seasoning evoke beloved memories of home and Iranian dining traditions.

    Thank you to the chef for bringing a true taste of home to our table. Your food carries both heart and heritage.

    Tess

  • World-Class Flavors in an Unpretentious Setting

    Exceptional grill craft and tender, flavorful meats deliver the thrill of uncovering an unpretentious culinary gem.

    The place is casual and unpretentious, but the food is absolutely world-class.

    Ozgur Cagri

  • Relaxed BYO Wine Experience

    Guests can bring their favorite vintage to accompany hearty grilled platters in an informal Balmain setting.

    We had brought our own wine, which added a special touch to our meal.

    Jeny May

  • Signature Sizzling Kaseh Kebab Plating

    Kebabs are brought straight to the table sizzling hot in dedicated vessels for peak flavor and temperature.

    We tried the Kaseh Kebab and it was absolutely delicious — perfectly cooked, full of flavour, and served warm in a hot dish.

    Mehdi Sharifi

Signature grilled kebabs and slow-cooked Persian specialties

  • Koobideh

    The koobideh was absolutely perfect this time. Juicy, full of flavour, and cooked just right. It genuinely took me back to Tehran, the taste felt incredibly authentic.

    Aryana Hosseini

  • Joojeh

    The joojeh was flavourful. One of the most value for money experiences going around.

    Nima B

  • Kaseh Kebab

    We tried the Kaseh Kebab and it was absolutely delicious — perfectly cooked, full of flavour, and served warm in a hot dish.

    Mehdi Sharifi

  • Lamb Shanks

    tender, full of flavour, and the sauce is simply incredible.

    Mak G

Before you head over

Practical advice for planning your visit and getting the most out of your meal

  • Dress for the grill atmosphere

    The dining area is intimate and the smell of the charcoal grill fills the room, so dress comfortably and be prepared for your clothes to carry barbecue aromas.

  • Take advantage of BYO wine

    Diners are welcome to bring their own wine to pair with kebabs and meat platters in the casual, low-frills dining room.

  • Be ready for generous portions

    Portion sizes are substantial and often hard to finish in one sitting; plan to take home leftovers in takeaway containers if you over-order.

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