Best Indian Food in Keilor Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | White Commons |
| Zero-cost winner | Ada’s |
| Kid-approved | Mabel’s |
| Under the radar | Lena Commons |
| Wet day saviour | Archive |
1. The Golden Mill — 150 King Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 33 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. The Red House — 6 King Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 38 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Cecil Terrace is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. The Long Table — 164 King Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) A local institution Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Murray Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Keilor farmers market when it runs.
4. Leo’s — 99 Murray Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on High Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. The High Store — 121 King Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on King Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
What Makes Keilor Different
Historic Keilor village dates to the 1830s. Keilor Archaeological Site found stone tools 26,000+ years old. The best indian food options here reflect Keilor’s character. Whether you’re based in Keilor 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. The Good Kitchen — 229 Murray Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $20-35 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Murray Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Keilor farmers market when it runs.
7. Leo House — 106 King Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $16-28 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
8. Ivy Works — 79 High Drive, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
9. Remy’s — 176 Charles Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on High Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. Otto — 296 Charles Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Social — 262 King Avenue, Keilor VIC 3191
What it is: (indian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Keilor roaster — ask which one.
Explore More
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- Keilor Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Keilor Complete Guide — everything about Keilor
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- All Keilor Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best indian food options in Keilor?
White Commons is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Keilor good for best indian food?
Yes. Keilor has 11+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Keilor known for?
Historic Keilor village dates to the 1830s.
How far is Keilor from Melbourne CBD?
Keilor is 30-40km, 40-55min train, 35-45min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Keilor 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
