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East Wine Bar

East Wine Bar Maha East, located on Chapel Street in Melbourne's Windsor neighborhood, offers a relaxed and carefree atmosphere to enjoy Middle Eastern-inspired dishes with friends and family. The restaurant and bar, a sister venue to the award-winning Maha Restaurant, serves share-style plates perfect for any occasion. Come for a long boozy lunch, dinner session or quick cocktails and snacks while immersing yourself in good tunes and exciting booze. Maha East combines everything you love about Shane Delia's food with a more laid-back attitude.

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Long weekend plans? Start on Chapel.⁠⁠Walk-ins welcome. Bookings encouraged.⁠Friday, 5-10pm | Saturday, 12-10pm
05/06/2026

Long weekend plans? Start on Chapel.⁠

Walk-ins welcome. Bookings encouraged.⁠
Friday, 5-10pm | Saturday, 12-10pm

From the large plates: Westholme wagyu sirloin, spinach, candied Jerusalem artichoke & baharat butter sauce.
03/06/2026

From the large plates: Westholme wagyu sirloin, spinach, candied Jerusalem artichoke & baharat butter sauce.

A cocktail list worth revisiting. Pouring from five.
02/06/2026

A cocktail list worth revisiting. Pouring from five.

Date filled pastry ci**rs with orange, anise and milk ice cream.
30/05/2026

Date filled pastry ci**rs with orange, anise and milk ice cream.

Tuesday to Saturday, bringing Eastern Mediterranean flavours to the table.⁠⁠Walk-ins welcome, bookings encouraged.
27/05/2026

Tuesday to Saturday, bringing Eastern Mediterranean flavours to the table.⁠

Walk-ins welcome, bookings encouraged.

“Ghagin”. Maltese for pasta.⁠⁠Nenu Delia’s braised rabbit stew with bucatini and peas, a nod to Maltese heritage, exclus...
26/05/2026

“Ghagin”. Maltese for pasta.⁠

Nenu Delia’s braised rabbit stew with bucatini and peas, a nod to Maltese heritage, exclusive to the Shared Feast.

Chapel’s calling and you know where to start. Meet us from five.
22/05/2026

Chapel’s calling and you know where to start. Meet us from five.

Can’t decide?⁠The Shared Feast is a good place to land, a curated set menu shaped by Eastern Mediterranean flavours that...
21/05/2026

Can’t decide?⁠
The Shared Feast is a good place to land, a curated set menu shaped by Eastern Mediterranean flavours that moves across regions.⁠

Walk-ins welcome Tuesday to Saturday.

19/05/2026

Bring your favourite bottle and let it do its thing. BYO, Tuesday and Wednesday nights.

Premium Japanese scallops, elevated with toasted sesame and an umami burnt butter.
16/05/2026

Premium Japanese scallops, elevated with toasted sesame and an umami burnt butter.

It’s midweek, a cheeky martini seems only fair.⁠⁠Shaken or stirred, from five.
13/05/2026

It’s midweek, a cheeky martini seems only fair.⁠

Shaken or stirred, from five.

Handmade fresh Maltese cheese, anchovies & peas.⁠Open from 5pm today. Walk-ins welcome, bookings encouraged.
12/05/2026

Handmade fresh Maltese cheese, anchovies & peas.⁠
Open from 5pm today. Walk-ins welcome, bookings encouraged.

Forget it's autumn, with plate after plate from the Mediterranean coastline.
08/05/2026

Forget it's autumn, with plate after plate from the Mediterranean coastline.

06/05/2026

Knock-offs at ours, Tuesday to Saturday.

01/05/2026

If you needed a sign, this is it. Weekend drinks are calling.

Let the night run a little longer. One more round?
30/04/2026

Let the night run a little longer. One more round?

An invitation to dine out and treat Mum a little more.⁠⁠Join us over the Mother’s Day weekend for a curated set menu, or...
29/04/2026

An invitation to dine out and treat Mum a little more.⁠

Join us over the Mother’s Day weekend for a curated set menu, or if you can’t make the day, gift a Delia Group voucher and receive an additional 20% in value.⁠

Book a table via mahaeast.com.au | Gift card offer ends May 10.

23/04/2026

Right across from Windsor Station, no detours needed.

It’s five o’clock somewhere, and it just so happens to be here. Join us.
22/04/2026

It’s five o’clock somewhere, and it just so happens to be here. Join us.

Our Mother’s Day set menu, exclusively available 9 & 10 May.⁠⁠⁠East essentials lead the way, from baked flatbread and wh...
20/04/2026

Our Mother’s Day set menu, exclusively available 9 & 10 May.⁠

⁠East essentials lead the way, from baked flatbread and whipped hummus to wagyu steak and baklava tiramisu. New additions include beetroot carpaccio, roasted seasonal vegetables and zucchini fritters.⁠

Reserve your table at mahaeast.com.au

18/04/2026

From the pass: Borrowdale pork cutlet with sweet Turkish apricots, saffron and almonds.

Address

36 Chapel Street
Windsor, VIC
3181

To get to the Middle Eastern restaurant at Chapel Street in Melbourne, you can take public transportation by getting off at the Windsor Station, then walking south along Chapel Street for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, if you're driving, take Punt Road until it turns into St Kilda Rd and continue until you reach Commercial Rd. Turn left onto Commercial Rd and continue straight until it becomes Chapel St. The restaurant is located on Chapel St, and there are various paid parking options available in the surrounding streets.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 10pm
Friday 5pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm

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What people say

Middle Eastern restaurants are known for their bold flavors, aromatic spices, and delicious cuisine. Maha East on Chapel Street in Melbourne is no exception. This neighborhood restaurant offers a relaxed and carefree atmosphere where you can enjoy everything you love about Middle Eastern food.

Maha East is the sister venue to Shane Delia's award-winning Maha Restaurant, and it lives up to its reputation. The menu features loosely Middle Eastern-inspired dishes in a share-style format that allows you to try a little bit of everything. Whether you're looking for a long boozy lunch or a quick bite with friends at the bar, Maha East has got you covered.

The food at Maha East is simply outstanding. From the tender lamb shoulder to the crispy falafel, every dish is bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The cocktails are equally impressive, with exciting combinations that perfectly complement the food.

But what really sets Maha East apart is the atmosphere. The restaurant has a laid-back vibe that makes it perfect for any occasion. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just catching up with friends over drinks and snacks, Maha East is the place to be.

Overall, if you're looking for an unforgettable Middle Eastern dining experience in Melbourne, look no further than Maha East on Chapel Street. With its delicious food, exciting cocktails, and relaxed atmosphere, it's sure to become your new favorite neighborhood spot.

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