INDIAN RESTAURANT in ADELAIDE

Chef Namit Mangal (of Port Adelaide's Spice N Ice) has opened this new venture with the aim of expelling the myth, largely perpetrated in Australia, that the traditional butter chickens and lamb kormas of North India are all the country has to offer by way of food.

A glimpse at the menu at this cool eatery will have the mind boggling at how far from the truth and how outdated our expectations have become. This is the modern, innovative food of India today. It's what the cool young things are eating from Mumbai to New York, and it's time Adelaideans, so proud of their foodie town and its traditions, got on board. Check out the roti bread lasagne with layers of saffron rice vegie curry and cheese, or the smoked salmon with coconut coulis and wild lime coulis, and you'll agree there's much still undiscovered about this beloved cuisine.

Straddling the corner of Queen Street and The Parade, there's plenty of alfresco seating to both sides, and a very hip wine and beer list completes the picture to make this one very cool little spot. Watch out for weekend breakfasts at Cilantro, coming soon.

Address of Cilantro, Norwood Indian restaurant

211a The Parade
Norwood 5067 SA

Phone: (08) 8431 3333

This restaurant is decked out in gloriously OTT, last-days-of-the-Raj style, complete with a two-storey-high waterfall, palm trees, a life-sized tiger and safari suit-clad staff. In keeping with the riotous atmosphere of the space, the menu plays free and easy with tradition interpretations of Indian cuisine. Look hard enough and you will find familiar dishes such as lamb rogan josh or a vegetarian korma, hidden among more unusual variations such as the 'Rikki Tikki Tavi Tindaloo' - a frighteningly spicy curry with tandoori chicken sausages. Alternatively, diners can all but turn their back on the subcontinental theme and tuck into a pizza (with toppings ranging from the vaguely Indian to a Peking duck variety), or spicy battered barramundi with curry mayonnaise. 

Opening Hour

Daily noon-10pm

Price

Entree: $7-$14
Mains: $14-$38
Dessert: $8.50
Payment accepted: MasterCard, Visa, American Express and EFTPOS

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Relaxed and authentic, this Nepalese haven bursts with warmth and vibrancy. Housed in a quaint cottage in Parkside, Namaste sets its diners at ease in a tranquil atmosphere, before an open fire during winter or alfresco-style on breezy summer eves. Fusing Tibetan, Chinese and Indian flavours, Namaste's cuisine has a 'low-on-chilli' philosophy - with a sturdy wine list complementing its light curries. Closing hours may differ during the week depending on clientele, but you can expect a later dining dalliance on Friday and Saturday nights.

Opening hours :

Tue-Sat 6pm-late

Entree: $9.50-$14.50
Mains: $17.50-$26.50
Dessert: $9.50-$13.50
Set menu: 3 courses, $39.50
Payment accepted: MasterCard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express and EFTPOS

Address of Namaste Nepalese Restaurant

41 George St (Cnr Robsart St)
Parkside 5063 SA

Phone : (08) 8272 2288

website: www.namasterestaurant.com.au

In three convenient locations across Adelaide in Gawler East, North Adelaide and Port Noarlunga, the Harvest of India restaurants more than ably delve into the intricacies of homely Northern Indian cuisine. The spices are freshly ground and the sauces are homemade, adding to the authenticity of the beef, chicken, lamb, fish, prawn and vegetarian curries. Keeping with tradition, Harvest of India offers selections "from the heart of Punjab" and "from the tandoori oven", covering classics like chicken tikka, dal makhani (a North Indian lentil dish), and of course, the tempting tandoori naan, roti and paratha breads. With two banquet options and a wide a la carte menu to choose from, these restaurants provide a harvest to remember.

Opening hours

Tue-Sun 5.30pm-9.30pm
Fri noon-2.30pm

Address of harvest of India Port Noarlunga

24 Saltfleet St
Port Noarlunga 5167 SA

Phone : (08) 8326 8832

Website: www.harvestofindia.com.au

A local institution and one of Adelaide's most well-loved Indian restaurants, this place is known for its consistently excellent food and friendly, gracious service. Having been Prospect's best kept secret for years (and doing a roaring trade with the locals alone), the cat's been let out of the bag recently, and more and more people have been venturing from all over for the city to see what the fuss is about.

The restaurant is separated into distinct dining rooms and private areas, making for a personal atmosphere. A dimly lit outdoor area at the rear (the Buddha Garden) is intimate and quiet, and it's popular with couples on warm summer nights.

Opening Hours

Daily 5.30pm-11p

Address of Maharajah Indian Restaurant

230 Main North Rd
Prospect SA 5082

Telephone: (08) 8269 7133

Maharaja specializes in North Indian Cuisine and have a number of Chefs that are highly trained and come from reputable restaurants/hotels in India - all of which have considerable number of years experience.

At Maharaja, produce is sourced localy as well as other regions of Australia and the world.  Ingredients used are also sourced from all over the Indian sub-continent and our Chefs hand mix the perfect spice combination in our kitchen to ensure that each dish cooked is simply delicious.

We also use a Indian charcoal fired tandoor to bake our breads, ensuring our diners receive soft, perfectly fresh baked bread every time.

At Maharaja the warm and relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff will ensure that your dining experience is one not to forget - every smile is genuine.

Address of Maharaja Indian Restaurant

96 Stirling Hwy

Nedlands WA 6009

Telephone: (08) 9389 6566

Website : http://www.maharaja.com.au

South Indian cuisine comes to South Australia at this much-loved mainstay in the inner Adelaide suburb of Prospect. In fact, Shanker's has stood tall since it opened back in 1981, delivering an array of traditional South Indian and Singaporean flavours that extend well beyond the average curry or naan bread. Those hungry for a feast can dive headfirst into the meat or seafood thali platters, which include dishes such as madras lamb, chilli squid with saffron rice, and seafood curry. The Singaporean options are also enticing, including Singapore noodles, stir-fried prawns, and lemon chicken. Bestowed with the title of Best Indian Restaurant in Australia in Foxtel's 2007/2008 I Love Food Awards, Shanker's has quite a reputation indeed.

We are located in the heart of Prospect at 89 Prospect Road, Prospect SA 5082
Phone: (08) 8342 1133

Opening Hours
Lunch - Tuesday to Friday 11.30am - 2:30pm
Dinner - Tuesday to Sunday 5:30pm till late

Address of Shanker’s Authentic Indian Cuisine

89 Prospect Rd
Prospect 5082 SA

Mobile : (08) 8342 1133

Website : www.shankers.com.au