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Aangan Footscray

559 Barkly St, West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia

Recommended by 59 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: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Aangan Footscray

West Footscray’s Barkly Street anchor delivers punchy North Indian cooking with zero drift—running twenty years strong on sheer kitchen consistency. Westside regulars bypass suburban spin-offs to cram this flagship room for sizzling platters and steaming biryani straight from the kitchen pass. The charred soya chaap brings real kick, easily cut by thick mango lassi. Dinner services run loud and crowded, with floor staff shuttling out generous curries that never hold back on heat.

  • Two Decades of Recipe Consistency: Regulars count on identical, richly spiced curries and platters refined over twenty years at this original location.
  • Tandoori Platters & Sizzlers: Tables fill with sizzling mixed grill skillets, smoky chicken tikka, and deeply marinated soya chaap.
  • Fast-Paced Hospitality: Even during peak dinner rushes, floor staff keep turnaround quick and service attentive.
  • Bustling Flagship Room: A high-energy dining room humming with family gatherings and weekend dinner crowds.
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Why Diners Return to Aangan Footscray

Two decades of uncompromising flavor, attentive hospitality, and dishes that hit the table piping hot—reserve your table at the original Footscray flagship today.

  • Decades of Unbroken Taste Consistency

    Long-standing patrons rely on the Footscray kitchen for the exact same punchy spice profiles and deeply layered gravies they have enjoyed for over twenty years without recipe drift.

    Best taste for over 20 years.

    Australian Indian

  • Dependable Quality That Never Drops

    A decade of regular visits demonstrates a kitchen standard that never dips, turning routine diners into lifelong loyalists who trust every order to arrive at peak form.

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

    Gobi Warran

  • Effortless Dining for All Dietary Needs

    Group dining is stress-free when severe allergies and preferences are treated with diligence, from patient menu walk-throughs to custom sauce preparations.

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

    Rona

  • Warm Hospitality for Milestone Gatherings

    Whether gathering friends for casual dinners or marking milestones, the team proactively elevates group celebrations with spontaneous celebratory touches.

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

    Maria Cano

  • Attentive, High-Touch Floor Care

    Floor service pairs brisk table turns with sincere personal engagement, ensuring every guest feels recognized and cared for during the meal.

    The level of attention to detail and personal touch provided throughout the visit made us feel well looked after and added significantly to the overall experience.

    Akhilesh Goswami

  • Vibrant, Charred Tandoori Sizzle

    Clay-oven specialties arrive aromatic and piping hot, delivering balanced marinades and deep smoky char straight from the tandoor.

    The chicken was juicy, full of flavour, and perfectly cooked. The spices were well balanced and the smoky tandoori taste was amazing.

    Tanzina Rahman

Beloved classics perfected over two decades on Barkly Street.

  • 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

  • Biryani

    The biryani was really tasty and full of flavour.

    Shub

  • Mix Grill Platter

    We had the mix grill platter which was amazingly delicious.

    RUPINDER KAUR

Other favorites

Complement bold curries and sizzling grills with crisp starters, house-made drinks, and desserts—book your table at the Footscray flagship today.

  • 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

  • Mango Lassi

    The mango lassi was so good, thick and refreshing.

    Shub

  • Ras Malai Dessert Cake

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

    Tash Marion

  • Masala Mocktail

    The masala mocktail is definitely my favourite drink.

    B Jenner

Before you head over

Practical planning tips covering parking, dietary flexibility, and ordering sizes for your visit to Barkly Street's Indian flagship. Book your table ahead to secure your spot.

  • Check Surrounding Side Streets for Parking

    Parking directly along Barkly Street fills up quickly during peak dinner rushes. Skip circling the main strip and head straight into the surrounding side streets, where open parking is much easier to find.

  • Ask the Team for Dietary and Allergy Adjustments

    The kitchen is well-equipped to handle dietary constraints and plant-based diets. Staff can walk through allergen concerns and coordinate with chefs to modify curries for specific restrictions like nut allergies.

  • Plan for Generous Servings and Easy Leftovers

    Serving sizes across sizzling platters, tandoori grills, and curries are notably hearty. Order an expansive spread to taste across the menu, and the floor team will gladly pack any leftovers to take home. Reserve your table now and bring a serious appetite.

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