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Salwa's Garden Lebanese Restaurant

32 Oatley Ave, Oatley NSW 2223, Australia

Recommended by 27 people

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Find Salwa's Garden Lebanese Restaurant

32 Oatley Ave, Oatley NSW 2223, Australia

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+61 2 8488 9955
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Salwa's Garden Lebanese Restaurant

Tucked into a 1913 cottage opposite Oatley Park, Salwa’s Garden pairs Lebanese comfort cooking with lush backyard dining. Tables sit under garden foliage and umbrellas, with private themed rooms inside for gatherings. Regulars unpack bottles of BYO wine and settle in for shish-barak—homestyle dumplings stuffed with lamb and pine nuts in warm yoghurt—alongside plates of garlicky mloukhiyeh and smoky baba ganouge with crisp pita triangles.

  • Heritage Cottage & Garden: A 1913 cottage featuring outdoor greenery, shaded cabanas, and themed private rooms for gatherings.
  • Homestyle Lebanese Classics: Traditional recipes including slow-cooked mloukhiyeh, stuffed zucchini with lamb, and shish-barak dumplings in yoghurt.
  • Garden BYO Dining: Guests can bring their own wine to share over backyard garden lunches and family banquets.
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Why Choose Salwa's Garden

Why diners choose Salwa's Garden for authentic Lebanese meals and shared gatherings

  • Lush Heritage Garden Setting

    Dine surrounded by lush plants, flowers, and peaceful open courtyards within a charming 1913 heritage cottage setting.

    With atmosphere that surrounds you with million plants and flowers the different seating settings.

    Mirna Ghosn

  • Relaxed Backyard Dining Atmosphere

    Enjoy generous, unhurried meals with family and friends in covered outdoor areas that keep you comfortable in any weather.

    sitting in the backyard where delicious home cooked food continually comes out

    Lynne Lee

  • Nostalgic Homestyle Lebanese Flavors

    Savor traditional recipes like mloukhiyeh and homestyle stews that recreate cherished family meals and childhood memories.

    discovering how identical this dish was to my grandmothers, it deserves nothing less than 5 stars.

    Nicole Chabaky

  • Heartfelt Family Hospitality

    Experience personal hospitality and a genuine family welcome that makes guests feel right at home from the moment they arrive.

    They are all happy to have a chat and make you feel like a part of their family

    Eva Kutty

  • Private Rooms and Group Cabanas

    Gather groups comfortably in private themed dining rooms or spacious outdoor cabanas tailored for shared celebrations.

    If you want a lovely private meal with a group of friends then this is the place to be.

    Andriana Papandreou

  • BYO Gatherings and Shared Banquets

    Share generous family banquets with flexible seating and convenient BYO wine options to toast special occasions.

    With BYO wine. The service was very friendly. It has a traditional and family vibe.

    Kat May Jeffrey

Authentic Lebanese comfort food and home-style classics prepared from traditional family recipes

  • Baba Ganouge

    baba ganouge - very smoky and smooth

    Kate B

  • Shish-Barak

    for me the highlights were the shish-barak (I ordered thinking it would be like ladies fingers but more like a ravioli - very delicious!)

    Kate B

  • Tabouli

    Tabouli was perfectly seasoned

    Val Cullen

  • Mloukhiyeh

    Salwa took me back to my childhood. Growing up, Mloukhiyeh was my favourite dish. From the age of 3, till now (im 38) this dish is nostalgic for me. I still remember my grandmother making it for me and I will never forget the first time I had this at Salwas, discovering how identical this dish was to my grandmothers, it deserves nothing less than 5 stars.

    Nicole Chabaky

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality and setting details that make dining at Salwa's Garden memorable.

  • Personal Hospitality from Madam Salwa

    Guests are greeted personally by owner and head chef Madam Salwa, who circulates through the tables to ensure diners feel welcomed, comfortable, and treated like family.

  • Weather-Sheltered Garden Dining and Cabanas

    Dining nooks are nestled under dripping greenery, potted plants, and colourful flowers, with covered cabanas and canopies that keep garden guests comfortable even in rainy weather.

  • Individually Themed Heritage Cottage Rooms

    The venue accommodates group gatherings across individually themed private rooms appointed with bright cushions and bold wall art within the 1913 heritage cottage.

  • BYO Wine Service in the Garden

    Guests can bring their favourite bottles of wine to enjoy alongside authentic Lebanese comfort food across the cottage and garden spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What seating options are available if it rains?

The restaurant offers outdoor garden tables, covered cabanas, and themed private interior rooms inside the heritage cottage. Most outdoor seating areas remain covered and sheltered during wet weather.

Can you bring your own wine?

Yes, Salwa's Garden welcomes diners to bring their own wine for their meal, with reviewers noting a modest per-person corkage charge.

What homestyle dishes should you order?

Reviewers note that popular homestyle staples include shish-barak lamb dumplings in warm yoghurt, mloukhiyeh, baba ganouge, and lamb or chicken shawarma. Dishes are well suited for sharing, and banquet options are available for groups.

Should you make a reservation before visiting?

Yes, reservations are accepted, and guests recommend booking in advance, particularly for peak weekend lunch periods and larger group dining.

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