
Manara Grill
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About Manara Grill
Manara Grill is a Lebanese restaurant in Poole at 129 Parkstone Rd, where charcoal grilled meats are paired with Lebanese beer and Lebanese music plays in the background. The menu includes mixed shawarma served with rice, a chicken shish wrap and smoked chips, alongside a dip selection. All the food is halal, and vegetarian options are available. A set menu is offered, and the kitchen caters for large groups, sending the food out at the same time. The restaurant is open Tuesday to Sunday and closed on Mondays.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention mixed shawarma, chicken shawarma, smoked chips and dip selection.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention mixed shawarma, chicken shawarma, smoked chips and dip selection.
Customer Review Summary
Shawarma is what reviewers return to most, with the chicken shawarma and the mixed shawarma with rice singled out as fresh, full of flavour and filling. Close behind are the smoked chips, the dip selection that one diner says vanished quickly, and a chicken shish wrap with flavourful chicken and sauce. Vegetarian dishes are described as tasty and packed with flavour. Portions are called generous, and several mention reasonable prices and a set menu that one reviewer calls a bargain. Hosts and servers come across as welcoming, friendly and warm, and a party of 10 adults, 2 children and a baby says all the food arrived at the same time. Reviewers also mention a clean bathroom and Lebanese music in the background. The one criticism is a single reviewer's disappointment with the kunafa, though the rest of that meal was delicious. Several reviewers say they plan to return, and one on their fifth visit says every friend and relative they brought loved it.
Customer Review Summary
Shawarma is what reviewers return to most, with the chicken shawarma and the mixed shawarma with rice singled out as fresh, full of flavour and filling. Close behind are the smoked chips, the dip selection that one diner says vanished quickly, and a chicken shish wrap with flavourful chicken and sauce. Vegetarian dishes are described as tasty and packed with flavour. Portions are called generous, and several mention reasonable prices and a set menu that one reviewer calls a bargain. Hosts and servers come across as welcoming, friendly and warm, and a party of 10 adults, 2 children and a baby says all the food arrived at the same time. Reviewers also mention a clean bathroom and Lebanese music in the background. The one criticism is a single reviewer's disappointment with the kunafa, though the rest of that meal was delicious. Several reviewers say they plan to return, and one on their fifth visit says every friend and relative they brought loved it.
Featured reviews
- zayan
“This is no average Lebanese restaurant, standing out among many others I have tried. The place had a warm cosy interior, with decorations which added to the atmosphere, also with the bathroom being very clean and well maintained. Additionally, the workers were very polite and our food came quickly. The food was also delicious, I got the Chicken Shish Wrap, and it was full of flavourful chicken, with delicious sauce and vegetables. I do hope to come again!”
- Barbara Cooper
“We were at Manara grill this evening 10 adults 2 children 1 baby and they were brilliant delicious food & drinks. Brilliant hospitality nothing was too much bother to them. All the food came out at the same time which was so good considering the size of the party. Thank you Manara we will be back.”
- Frank D
“What can I say about this fantastic restaurant! Family style atmosphere, great tasting food with generous portion sizes. The host made us all feel very welcome, with warm service, very efficient. Have no hesitation in recommending this restaurant!”
- Ray
“Really tasty and well cooked food the staff were welcoming and friendly. I initially found them on deliveroo and the food was great. So I found where they are and placed an order, thinking it was a take away. But its actually a nice place to go and eat. The veggie options are really tasty too apparently.”
- Sam
“Just delicious. We had a takeaway and it was sooooooooooo tasty. The chicken shawarma and mixed shawarma are banging. So fresh and the flavour is on point. The smoked chips are naughty. We also had a dip selection, it was fresh and delicious to the point of "oh no we've finished it!" 10 out of 10 will be ordering again and I cannot wait to dine in with a Lebanese beer in hand. Well done, top birthday meal.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Manara Grill in Poole offers a vibrant and cozy atmosphere perfect for family dining. Serving delicious, authentic Lebanese cuisine, it’s the ideal spot for a relaxed meal with loved ones. Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering dishes like juicy charcoal grilled meats, flavourful mezze, and freshly prepared shawarma, all made with the finest local ingredients. With a welcoming ambiance and a menu that caters to all tastes, Manara Grill promises a memorable experience for both children and adults. Whether you’re looking for a memorable dining experience or celebrating a special occasion, Manara Grill is your go-to family-friendly restaurant in Poole!”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Manara Grill
- South Deep4.27600.7 mi
harbour and boat views, pancakes with berries, crab linguine and mussels
- Rob's Filling Station4.92241.1 mi
full English breakfast, homemade bread and sausages, mediterranean baked eggs
- The Grasshopper4.31,9431.2 miOutdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
sunday roast, roast beef, fish and chips
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manara Grill | 4.8181 | — | mixed shawarma, chicken shawarma, smoked chips |
| South Deep | 4.2760 | 0.7 mi | harbour and boat views, pancakes with berries, crab linguine and mussels |
| Rob's Filling Station | 4.9224 | 1.1 mi | full English breakfast, homemade bread and sausages, mediterranean baked eggs |
| The GrasshopperOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.31,943 | 1.2 mi | sunday roast, roast beef, fish and chips |
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