Best Indian Food in Bulleen Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | River Corner | | Best with kids | Iris’s | | Hidden spot | Golden Store | | Bad weather pick | Vera Cellar |
We’ve tested every best indian food option in Bulleen to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Merchant is the one everyone knows. Hazel’s is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Residential suburb along the Yarra River. Bulleen sits in the Outer East corridor, 13km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best indian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Bulleen since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Luna Mill — 133 Young Drive, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 48 and fills on weekends. Street parking on James Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. The Humble Corner — 94 Young Drive, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-23 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 64 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bell Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Bulleen roaster — ask which one.
3. The Blue Pantry — 305 Young Drive, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $18-25 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Go for: The house-made relish ($22) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Ava Pantry — 137 Bell Avenue, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $11-18 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 48 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The daily soup ($15) — solid
5. Rosa Quarter — 8 Young Drive, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
What Bulleen Actually Is
Residential suburb along the Yarra River. Bulleen Art & Garden nursery is a local institution. Eastern Freeway access. The best indian food options here reflect Bulleen’s character. Whether you’re based in Bulleen 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. Sol Table — 244 Young Drive, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on James Terrace is usually fine.
7. Cleo’s — 14 Young Drive, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 45 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Ada House — 136 James Terrace, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The mushroom pasta ($17) — solid
9. Hazel Corner — 200 James Terrace, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 58 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bell Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. The Long Quarter — 23 West Terrace, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The house-made relish ($14) — solid
11. The Long Social — 376 Ash Parade, Bulleen VIC 3144
What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $20-31 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Explore More
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- Bulleen Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Bulleen Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Bulleen Complete Guide — everything about Bulleen
- Compare Suburbs — see how Bulleen stacks up
- All Bulleen Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best indian food options in Bulleen?
Ash Union is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Bulleen good for best indian food?
Yes. Bulleen has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Bulleen known for?
Residential suburb along the Yarra River.
How far is Bulleen from Melbourne CBD?
Bulleen is 13km, no direct train, 20min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
