Restaurant
Charcoal House
958 Kingston Rd, Waterford West QLD 4133, Australia
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958 Kingston Rd, Waterford West QLD 4133, Australia
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Proper Syrian-style charcoal chicken hits the coals at Waterford West, charred over embers and served alongside velvety hummus and sharp garlic toum. Run by a welcoming family, the kitchen handles large group spreads with ease—turning out platters of halal whole chicken seasoned in garlic herbs, chilli lemon, or signature house spices. Skewers come off the grill tender and smoky, piled onto fresh Lebanese bread with crunchy pickles and hot chips.
- House-Seasoned Charcoal Chicken: Whole birds grilled over charcoal with garlic herbs, chilli lemon, or house blend marinades.
- Levantine Mezzes and Dips: Platters paired with velvety hummus, punchy toum garlic sauce, and warm Lebanese bread.
- Group and Family Spreads: Quickly rearranged tables and generous mixed grill spreads easily accommodate family gatherings.
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Why Choose Charcoal House
Why diners choose Charcoal House for authentic Syrian charcoal chicken, generous feasts, and warm hospitality.
Generous Family-Sized Feasts
Charcoal House prepares generous platters and family packs paired with substantial sides like hummus, garlic dip, and pickles that comfortably satisfy a full table.
If you are looking for family size portion meals, this is the place
Zoaib Custom House Marinades and Halal Charcoal Grilling
Whole chickens are cooked halal over charcoal with signature seasoning options, including garlic herbs and chilli lemon.
The chicken is halal and their house blend seasoning is next level — packed with rich, mouth-watering flavour and cooked to perfection every time.
Luke Glendenning Authentic Smoky Charcoal Flavours
Guests experience smoky, tender meat grilled over real charcoal, accompanied by punchy house-made sauces.
The chicken was perfectly cooked - smoky, tender, and juicy. The garlic sauce was amazing, and the chips were hot and crispy.
Shruti Singh Levantine Mezze and Tender Skewers
Traditional Syrian charcoal skewers and wraps are complemented by velvety house-made hummus and warm Lebanese bread.
each skewer was melt in the mouth juicy and tender the Lebanese bread was fresh and the homemade hummus was so velvety
adonis paul Heartfelt Hospitality That Welcomes You Like Family
The family team creates a warm, welcoming environment that treats visiting diners with personal, attentive care.
The staff were incredible – so welcoming, warm, and genuinely made us feel like family.
Travahn Allen Authentic Charcoal Taste Meeting High Standards
Former Sydney locals find the elusive, authentic charcoal chicken quality and flavour they missed after relocating north.
My wife and I have been looking for an authentic charcoal chicken place for months since we moved from Western Sydney. We ordered a family pack tonight and had to leave a review after eating. This is the best charcoal chicken we have ever eaten.
Ebraheem
Most popular items
Juicy wood-fired chicken, skewers, and authentic Levantine wraps
Whole Charcoal Chicken
We ordered the whole chicken meal and the charcoal plate – and let me tell you, the chicken on both plates was next level! So juicy, packed with flavour, and that house marinade on the whole chicken was unreal.
Travahn Allen Mixed Charcoal Plate
I had the Mixed Charcoal plate and each skewer was melt in the mouth juicy and tender the Lebanese bread was fresh and the homemade hummus was so velvety, one of the best I have tasted
adonis paul Chilli Lemon Charcoal Chicken
i came here after church with my family and got the charcoal chicken family meal and it was divine i got the chilli lemon and it was a perfect mix of chilli and lemon it was tangy and perfect the chicken was tender and perfectly cooked
Mony Francis Orfaly Wrap
I had the Orfaly Wrap, my wife had the Halloumi Wrap. The food was super tasty, fresh, and the lamb was seasoned to the highest level
Alousch MEST
Other favorites
Traditional Syrian sides, wraps, and sweet desserts to complement your meal
Garlic Dip (Toum)
They give me garlic dip every time. Good portions and good staff for a good atmosphere.
Philip Buckingham Homemade Hummus
the homemade hummus was so velvety, one of the best I have tasted
adonis paul Falafel Wrap
The second time, We tried the falafel wrap and I only can say wow, if you love the traditional style that's the place.
George Tawil Fruit Salad with Ice Cream
The third time I tried the fruit salad as desert and it's delicious served with icecream yummy.
George Tawil
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful Levantine hospitality, custom marinades, and accommodating family service at Charcoal House
Warm Family Hospitality & Proactive Seating
Diners visiting for generous charcoal feasts are personally received by the owners and family members, who proactively arrange dining tables together to accommodate large parties and ensure groups feel like family.
Custom House Charcoal Marinades
Every whole charcoal chicken order allows diners to customize their bird with house-crafted flavour profiles, from chilli lemon to garlic herbs or signature house blend seasonings.
Complimentary Mezze Dips & House Toum
Traditional Levantine side orders include generous house garlic toum, velvety homemade hummus, and fresh pickles thoughtfully prepared to accompany hot charcoal skewers and chicken.
Attentive Late-Hour Group Care
Late-night walk-ins, church groups, and post-event dinner crowds are welcomed with freshly cooked charcoal platters turned around rapidly within 15 to 25 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of food are on the menu?
Charcoal House offers whole and half charcoal chicken meals alongside mixed grill and charcoal skewer plates (including chicken tawook, skewers, and lamb). You can also order traditional rolls and wraps such as the Orfaly, halloumi, and falafel wraps, as well as a chicken sandwich with garlic sauce, chips, and pickles.
What marinade and flavour options can you get on the chicken?
Yes, whole chicken and charcoal meals can be customized with different house-blend marinades, such as garlic herbs and chilli lemon.
What dips and sides are served with the charcoal plates?
Plates typically come with sides such as hot crispy chips, Lebanese bread, pickled vegetables, and velvety homemade hummus. A signature strong garlic dip (toum) and house chilli sauce are also served with dishes.
Can you dine in as a group, or is it strictly takeaway?
Yes, Charcoal House offers both dine-in seating and takeaway. Although it is a cosy takeaway shop, staff are accommodating and willing to push tables together to seat larger families and groups.
How long does it take for meals to be prepared?
Food is freshly grilled to order, with reviewer wait times typically ranging from under 15 minutes to around 25 minutes even when handling large family orders.
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