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Aangan Footscray

559 Barkly St, West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia

Recommended by 18 people

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559 Barkly St, West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia

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+61 3 9689 4175
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 12:30 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Aangan Footscray

A West Footscray stalwart for over twenty years, this buzzing hub dishes out bold North Indian cooking with uncompromising spice and consistency. Tables pack out for smoking tandoori platters and crackling chilli parathas torn alongside slow-simmered goat curries and comforting bowls of daal makhani. Longtime regulars treat it as their go-to dining room, relying on the kitchen to tweak curries for nut allergies or dietary needs without losing depth. Dinners stretch over rich mango lassi and spiced masala mocktails while platters sizzle across the floor.

  • Decade-spanning consistency: Consistently dialed-in curries and tandoor dishes running strong across two decades of regular visits.
  • Tandoori platters and sizzlers: Generous tandoori meat platters, soya chaap, and sizzling starters built for lively group tables.
  • Flexible, allergy-aware menu: Expansive North Indian and Indo-Chinese choices with thoughtful accommodations for nut allergies and vegan diets.
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Why Diners Choose Aangan Footscray

Why Footscray diners and multi-generational groups rely on Aangan for authentic Indian cuisine.

  • Multi-Decade Recipe Consistency

    Footscray regulars rely on multi-decade culinary standards where time-tested curries and traditional recipes remain faithfully prepared across years of repeat visits.

    What really stands out is the consistency — after nearly a decade of visiting, the quality has never dropped.

    Gobi Warran

  • Attentive Allergen and Dietary Customization

    The kitchen accommodates diverse dietary restrictions seamlessly, from expansive vegan options to proactively customizing curries for severe nut allergies.

    They went above and beyond and modified the Saag Lamb so I could have it

    Rona

  • Celebratory and Group Gathering Hospitality

    Diners celebrate milestone occasions and gatherings in an energetic setting where attentive hosts ensure everyone feels catered to.

    They put balloons and a happy birthday message without me asking, it was beautiful attention.

    Maria Cano

  • Lively Atmosphere for Shared Dining

    A welcoming dining room and generous portion sizes create an easy environment for casual get-togethers and group dinners.

    The atmosphere was lively yet comfortable, making it a good spot for both casual dining and group meals.

    Aarati Kaphle

  • Sizzling Mixed Grill and Tandoori Platters

    Fresh-from-the-tandoor sizzler platters and spiced starters deliver smoky aromas and distinctive textures straight to the table.

    We had the mix grill platter which was amazingly delicious.

    RUPINDER KAUR

  • Specialty Spiced Mocktails and Regional Drinks

    Signature house beverages such as spiced mocktails, mango lassi, and masala chach complement fiery traditional curries.

    The masala mocktail is definitely my favourite drink.

    B Jenner

Customer favourites and tandoor specialities

  • Tandoori Chicken

    Had the tandoori chicken at Angen and it was honestly so delicious! The chicken was juicy, full of flavour, and perfectly cooked.

    Tanzina Rahman

  • Butter Chicken

    The best Butter chicken and fish curry!

    Maria Cano

  • Mix Grill Platter

    We had the mix grill platter which was amazingly delicious.

    RUPINDER KAUR

  • Goat Curry

    My fav would be the tandoori platter, chicken 65, goat curry, any version of chicken curry

    Cherry T

Other favorites

Sides, refreshing specialty drinks, and desserts

  • Garlic Naan

    also the bread was good (garlic naan)

    Mohmed Reshad PM

  • Masala Mocktail

    The masala mocktail is definitely my favourite drink.

    B Jenner

  • Masala Papad

    The standout for me was the masala papad—it was perfectly crisp, fresh, and packed with bold, balanced spices that made it a great start to the meal.

    Aarati Kaphle

  • Ras Malai

    All the dishes hit the spot including the Ras Malai dessert cake

    Tash Marion

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and personalized service details that elevate dining at Aangan Footscray.

  • Unprompted Birthday Setup

    Staff proactively arrange balloons and a custom celebration greeting for milestone occasions without being asked.

  • Tailored Allergy Recipe Modifications

    The kitchen custom-modifies recipes such as Saag Lamb to safely accommodate diners with severe nut allergies.

  • Decade-Long Dedicated Host Stewardship

    Dedicated management warmly greets recurring patrons and actively oversees dining tables across multi-year visits.

  • Specialty House Sizzlers & Masala Mocktails

    The bar and kitchen prepare dedicated house specialties such as spiced masala mocktails and masala chach alongside sizzling platters.

Before you head over

Practical dining guidance for dietary requests, spice preferences, and ordering at Aangan Footscray.

  • Dietary Modifications & Vegan Choices

    The kitchen accommodates food sensitivities and modifies curries like Saag Lamb for nut allergies, while offering dedicated options for vegan diners.

  • Managing Spice Heat

    Curries and tandoori specialties deliver authentic heat; request raita on the side to moderate spice levels or balance intense dishes.

  • Beverage & Sizzler Pairings

    Pair sizzling tandoori platters and rich curries with refreshing house beverages like mango lassi, masala chach, or masala mocktails.

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