Best Indian Food in Toorak Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best indian food option in Toorak to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Good Mill is the one everyone knows. Otto Mill is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Melbourne’s wealthiest suburb. Toorak sits in the Inner South corridor, 5km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best indian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Toorak since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Ash Kitchen — 113 Elm Parade, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Ash Kitchen has been operating in Toorak for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 38 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Margaret Street is usually fine.

Order this: The seasonal special ($20) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

2. Rex’s — 364 Swan Parade, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) A local institution Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Rex’s has been operating in Toorak for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Swan Parade is usually fine.

Try this: The daily soup ($20) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

3. The Lucky Bench — 121 Elm Parade, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: remote workers

The Lucky Bench has been operating in Toorak for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($8) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The crispy chicken ($11) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

4. Nico — 103 Johnston Crescent, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Nico has been operating in Toorak for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 54 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Don’t miss: The fish special ($28) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: They source produce from Toorak farmers market when it runs.

5. Felix Press — 109 Johnston Crescent, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: remote workers

Felix Press has been operating in Toorak for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($25) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 49 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on East Road is usually fine.

Worth knowing: The mushroom pasta ($26) — the best version in Toorak Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

6. Lucky Cellar — 124 East Road, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) A local institution Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: budget eaters

Lucky Cellar has been operating in Toorak for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 41 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The crispy chicken ($20) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

What Makes Toorak Different

Melbourne’s wealthiest suburb. Toorak Road and Toorak Village have luxury retail. Median house price over $4 million. The best indian food options here reflect Toorak’s character. For Toorak 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. Ruby — 152 Johnston Crescent, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Ruby has been operating in Toorak for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 57 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Book ahead for: The lamb shoulder ($14) — the best version in Toorak Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

8. Marco — 60 Johnston Crescent, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $22-27 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Marco has been operating in Toorak for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($26) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Start with: The lamb shoulder ($24) — the best version in Toorak Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

9. The Honest Quarter — 278 Johnston Crescent, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $12-26 per person Best for: the whole crew

The Honest Quarter has been operating in Toorak for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 32 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Come back for: The house-made relish ($14) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They source produce from Toorak farmers market when it runs.

10. Assembly — 312 Johnston Crescent, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) Worth the detour Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Assembly has been operating in Toorak for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($11) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Get the: The seasonal special ($12) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

11. Sol — 13 Swan Parade, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) A solid local spot Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Sol has been operating in Toorak for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Swan Parade is usually fine.

Order this: The pumpkin risotto ($14) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

12. Oliver Lane — 37 Margaret Street, Toorak VIC 3067

What it is: (indian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Oliver Lane has been operating in Toorak for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 61 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Elm Parade is usually fine.

Try this: The house-made relish ($20) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

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FAQ

What are the best best indian food options in Toorak?

Good Kitchen is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Toorak good for best indian food?

Yes. Toorak has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Toorak known for?

Melbourne’s wealthiest suburb.

How far is Toorak from Melbourne CBD?

Toorak is 5km, 10min tram, 10min drive from Melbourne CBD.

If you’re comparing Toorak to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.

Last updated: March 2026