Best Indian Restaurants in Upwey (2026)
Upwey has 4 Indian restaurants worth knowing about. Out here, Indian restaurants survive on regulars, not foot traffic — which tells you everything.
4 of these sit above 4.5 stars — which, for suburban Indian food, means the kitchen is doing more than reheating yesterday’s curry paste. The average rating across all 4 spots is 4.7 stars.
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 Upwey.
#1 The Hungry Hiker Indian & Nepali Restaurant - Tecoma (shop 3/1563/1565 Burwood Highway, Tecoma)
Rating: 4.9/5 (160 reviews) | Price: Not listed
With 160 reviews averaging 4.9 stars, the kitchen here is doing something right. The menu doesn’t try to be everything — it picks its lane and executes.
#2 Nevedya - Masala Spice Kitchen & Tapas — 52 Main Street, Upwey
Rating: 4.7/5 (367 reviews) | Price: $15-30 a head
With 367 reviews averaging 4.7 stars, the kitchen here is doing something right. Well-spiced rather than just hot — there is a difference, and this place knows it. Expect to pay $15-30 a head.
#3 Indian Rogan Josh - Ferntree Gully (1216 Burwood Highway, Upper Ferntree Gully)
Rating: 4.5/5 (616 reviews) | Price: $15-30 a head
A solid 4.5 stars from 616 reviewers — consistent without being flashy. The menu doesn’t try to be everything — it picks its lane and executes. Expect to pay $15-30 a head.
#4 Bukhara Indian Tandoori Restaurant — 2/9 Main Street, Upwey
Rating: 4.5/5 (94 reviews) | Price: Not listed
A solid 4.5 stars from 94 reviewers — consistent without being flashy. Built around the tandoor — the breads are exceptional and the meats come out right.
What to Know About Indian Dining in Upwey
BYO: Several Indian restaurants in Upwey 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 Upwey.
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 Upwey 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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