Best Indian Food in Aspendale Melbourne — 2026 Guide

The best indian food scene in Aspendale is growing every year. Start at Kai Corner, then check out Nina Cellar. Quiet bayside suburb with Aspendale Gardens reserve. Located 18-41km from the CBD, Aspendale is part of Melbourne’s Bayside region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Aspendale locals actually recommend.

1. Red Kitchen — 283 Barkly Lane, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $8-22 per person Best for: families

Red Kitchen has been operating in Aspendale for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($10) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Barkly Lane is usually fine.

Order this: The daily soup ($11) — the best version in Aspendale Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

2. Table — 127 Queen Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $12-20 per person Best for: budget eaters

Table has been operating in Aspendale for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The crispy chicken ($18) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

3. Hazel Quarter — 265 Barkly Lane, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Hazel Quarter has been operating in Aspendale for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The sourdough bread ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

4. Gus Cellar — 62 Queen Drive, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: remote workers

Gus Cellar has been operating in Aspendale for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 63 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Don’t miss: The fish special ($15) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

5. Theo — 120 Barkly Lane, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $20-31 per person Best for: families

Theo has been operating in Aspendale for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 32 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Thomas Avenue is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The pumpkin risotto ($23) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

What Nobody Tells You About Aspendale

Quiet bayside suburb with Aspendale Gardens reserve. Direct beach access via Aspendale station. The best indian food options here reflect Aspendale’s character. Whether you’re based in Aspendale or visiting from nearby, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.

6. Stella’s — 308 Thomas Avenue, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: the whole crew

Stella’s has been operating in Aspendale for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($10) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The crispy chicken ($12) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

7. Old Quarter — 255 Plenty Lane, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Old Quarter has been operating in Aspendale for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($10) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Queen Drive is usually fine.

Book ahead for: The seasonal special ($14) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

8. Vera Social — 81 Plenty Lane, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $20-35 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Vera Social has been operating in Aspendale for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Start with: The house-made relish ($23) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

9. Red Place — 8 Thomas Avenue, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Red Place has been operating in Aspendale for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($9) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 53 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Come back for: The seasonal special ($12) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

10. Hugo Press — 178 Thomas Avenue, Aspendale VIC 3193

What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Hugo Press has been operating in Aspendale for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Get the: The charcuterie board ($14) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

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FAQ

What are the best best indian food options in Aspendale?

Canvas is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Aspendale good for best indian food?

Yes. Aspendale has 10+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Aspendale known for?

Quiet bayside suburb with Aspendale Gardens reserve.

How far is Aspendale from Melbourne CBD?

Aspendale is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Aspendale won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.

Last updated: March 2026