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Best Souvlaki in South Yarra
Souvlaki in Melbourne came down to 12,664 reviews across 22 restaurants. Souvlaki Story stood out for perfectly cooked meat and fresh pita bread.
Greek · South Yarra
376 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
Louie’s Souvlaki
Reviewers consistently praise the flavorful, perfectly cooked lamb and generous portions of juicy meat paired with fresh salad and warm pita. While not ranked first, the restaurant remains a top contender due to its exceptional, warm customer service and impressive side dishes like crispy chips and tender calamari.
Winner Verdict
Very PositiveScore
8.7
Mentions
20
Sentiment
90%
“I’ve travelled around Melbourne and tried plenty of souvlakis, but Louie’s Souvlaki has quickly become my new favourite go-to. The lamb is full of flavour, cooked perfectly, and the serving sizes are incredibly generous, you definitely leave feeling satisfied. What really stood out though was the customer service. It was honestly the best experienc”
— South Yarra Real Estate
Restaurant details
Plan the visit
Price
$20-40 per person (74 reports)
Hours
Open - Closes 3 am
Address
376 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
Phone
03) 7074 4253
Plus code
5X3V+GR South Yarra, Victoria
Why this ranking is reliable
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
Very PositiveReviews Analysed
580+
Restaurants Evaluated
3
Sentiment Score
90%
Data-backed ranking updated 2026-05-15
Runners up
Top 3 around South Yarra
- 02
Lamb on Chapel
The charcoal-grilled meat delivers a juicy, flavorful punch that avoids the dryness found in modern gas-cooked alternatives.
394 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
14 mentions
7.6
↓ - 03
G.McBean Family Butcher
While the meat can occasionally be tough or overcooked, the quality of the bread and tzatziki provides a pleasant foundation.
501/163 Commercial Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
1 mentions
7.2
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Sources
3 reviews from Google, blogs, Reddit and food guides.
Signal
20 mentions of "Souvlaki" tied to Louie’s Souvlaki.
Score
Weighted by recency, sentiment polarity and authority of the source.