Best Indian Food in Kingsville Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Lucky House |
| Free highlight | Oliver Bench |
| Family-friendly | River Standard |
| Locals only | Finn’s |
| Indoor option | Marco |
The best indian food scene in Kingsville is genuinely worth exploring. Start at Zara’s, then check out Blue Bench. Small inner-west suburb with Somerville Road strip. Located 5-13km from the CBD, Kingsville is part of Melbourne’s Inner West 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 Kingsville locals actually recommend.
1. Remy Depot — 368 Henry Avenue, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $21-28 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 45 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Pine Road is usually fine.
Order this: The fish special ($23) — solid
2. The Southern House — 285 Pine Road, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Kingsville farmers market when it runs.
3. Mabel — 51 Plenty Street, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) A local institution Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Blake Street is usually fine.
4. Good Yard — 62 Bourke Drive, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-31 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 53 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bourke Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
5. Golden Works — 209 Henry Avenue, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $20-26 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Pine Road is usually fine.
What Kingsville Actually Is
Small inner-west suburb with Somerville Road strip. Close to Yarraville village. The best indian food options here reflect Kingsville’s character. If you’re living in or near Kingsville, 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. Theo — 70 Blake Street, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-32 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Kingsville roaster — ask which one.
7. The Old Mill — 279 Henry Avenue, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Blake Street is usually fine.
8. Finn Local — 322 Plenty Street, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $21-28 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Bourke Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Kingsville farmers market when it runs.
9. Mabel Local — 197 Bourke Drive, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) A local institution Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: groups
Capacity is around 61 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Rex Press — 138 Blake Street, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) A local institution Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 60 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bourke Drive is usually fine.
11. Old Union — 125 Pine Road, Kingsville VIC 3025
What it is: (indian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $20-26 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Explore More
- South Kingsville Best Indian Food — same vibe, different suburb
- Kingsville Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Kingsville Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Kingsville Complete Guide — everything about Kingsville
- Compare Suburbs — see how Kingsville stacks up
- All Kingsville Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best indian food options in Kingsville?
Lucky House is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Kingsville good for best indian food?
Yes. Kingsville has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Kingsville known for?
Small inner-west suburb with Somerville Road strip.
How far is Kingsville from Melbourne CBD?
Kingsville is 5-13km, 12-25min train, 10-20min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Kingsville 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
