Moroccan Soup Bar: A Return to Roots

When Moroccan Soup Bar in Fitzroy North closed its doors in June 2022, it seemed like the end of an era.

Revival in North Melbourne

But owner Hana Assafiri revived the beloved institution with a new pop-up–turned–dine-in venue in North Melbourne, continuing her culinary celebration of Moroccan, Lebanese and Turkish traditions.

A Feast of Familiar Favourites

Many of the original favourites have returned, including the generous share-style banquet. Expect a vibrant spread of dips with fresh bread, tabouleh, eggplant tagine, aromatic stews, hearty soups, and a wholesome seven-vegetable couscous paired with lentil dal.

The Iconic Chickpea Bake Lives On

Of course, the cult-favourite chickpea bake is still a highlight — a vegetarian twist on the classic fatteh, reimagined with crispy pita shards, chickpeas, caramelised nuts and dollops of creamy yoghurt. It's rich, comforting and utterly essential.