Best Indian Food in Mont Albert Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Marco’s |
| Zero-cost winner | Iris’s |
| Kid-approved | White Table |
| Under the radar | Cleo |
| Wet day saviour | Pearl |
1. Rosa’s — 221 Anderson Terrace, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 48 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Ash Avenue is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. Green Standard — 268 Ash Avenue, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $10-16 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
3. White Standard — 96 Anderson Terrace, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
4. Lena’s — 365 Ash Avenue, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Marco — 181 Queen Parade, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) A local institution Cost: $20-27 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
6. Iris’s — 349 Ash Avenue, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-23 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 50 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The crispy chicken ($13) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Why Mont Albert Is Worth Knowing
Quiet residential suburb with Hamilton Street shops. Mont Albert station on Belgrave line. The best indian food options here reflect Mont Albert’s character. For Mont Albert locals and anyone in the area, 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.
7. The Red Quarter — 74 Queen Parade, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 39 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elizabeth Road is usually fine.
Book ahead for: The seasonal special ($21) — solid
8. Kai — 20 Queen Parade, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 54 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The charcuterie board ($14) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
9. High Mill — 306 Ash Avenue, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. Table — 182 Elizabeth Road, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $13-24 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. Mabel’s — 348 Anderson Terrace, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 62 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.
12. Southern Cellar — 40 Queen Parade, Mont Albert VIC 3150
What it is: (indian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-22 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 64 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Mont Albert farmers market when it runs.
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FAQ
What are the best best indian food options in Mont Albert?
Marco’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Mont Albert good for best indian food?
Yes. Mont Albert has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Mont Albert known for?
Quiet residential suburb with Hamilton Street shops.
How far is Mont Albert from Melbourne CBD?
Mont Albert is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Mont Albert isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.
Last updated: March 2026
