Best Indian Restaurants in Essendon North (2026)
Essendon North has 3 Indian restaurants worth knowing about. North Melbourne’s Indian options are multiplying — and the quality is tracking upward.
One standout sits above 4.5 stars, but the rest are not far behind. The average rating across Essendon North’s Indian options is 4.3.
We verified every venue below via Google Places in April 2026. No paid placements. No sponsored listings. Just the restaurants that actually exist and actually serve Indian food in Essendon North.
#1 Curryocity Authentic Indian Restaurant (DFO Essendon, Shop G203/100 Bulla Road, Essendon Fields)
Rating: 4.7/5 (830 reviews) | Price: Not listed
A 4.7-star rating from 830 locals does not lie. A proper curry house that takes its sauces seriously.
#2 Divine Indian Niddrie (4/386 Keilor Road, Niddrie)
Rating: 4.3/5 (297 reviews) | Price: $15-30 a head
297 reviews and a 4.3-star average says this place earns its regulars. A kitchen that respects the fundamentals — fresh spice mixes, proper tempering, and rice that is actually good. Expect to pay $15-30 a head.
#3 Ameer Tandoori Restaurant (15 Leake Street, Essendon)
Rating: 3.9/5 (167 reviews) | Price: $15-30 a head
Not everyone agrees (3.9 stars, 167 reviews), but the people who love it really love it. The tandoor does the heavy lifting — expect charred edges and smoky depth on everything. Expect to pay $15-30 a head.
What to Know About Indian Dining in Essendon North
BYO: Several Indian restaurants in Essendon North are BYO or offer a small corkage fee. Call ahead — it can save you $30+ on a bottle compared to restaurant wine lists.
Booking: For groups of 4+, book ahead — especially on Friday and Saturday nights. Most places accept walk-ins for couples during the week, but weekends fill up fast in Essendon North.
Vegetarian options: Every Indian restaurant listed here offers vegetarian mains. If you’re vegan, ask about ghee — most kitchens will substitute on request.
Delivery: Most Indian restaurants in Essendon North are on Uber Eats and DoorDash, but the food is almost always better dine-in. Naan does not travel well.
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Sources
Venues verified via Google Places, April 2026. Ratings and details reflect data at time of verification and may change.
- Google Places API — maps.google.com — accessed April 2026
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