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Curry Cafe Northcote

73 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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73 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 3 9489 9066
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Curry Cafe Northcote

Candlelight, a low hum, and full tables on a Wednesday night—that is your first clue. High Street regulars treat this room as their default kitchen when curry cravings hit. Vintage tables catch the glow while the kitchen dishes up butter chicken and blistered garlic naan pulled straight from the tandoor. Portions run generous, gluten-free choices are reliable, and cold craft beers on tap cut through the heat.

  • Desi Staples & Tandoor Breads: Diners pack the room for bold, aromatic butter chicken, earthy saag paneer, and charred garlic naan.
  • Candlelit Vintage Dining: Low lighting, ambient tunes, and vintage tables create a relaxed, moody space that feels worlds away from cafeteria-style curry houses.
  • Craft Beer Pairings: Craft beer on tap and well-chosen wines offer crisp contrast to deeply spiced gravies.
  • Dietary Friendly: Generous portions come with thoughtful dietary consideration, including extensive gluten-free curry selections.
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What's On at Curry Cafe Northcote

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Curry Cafe Commands Westgarth's Devotion

From moody candlelit booths and slow-simmered desi staples to dependable weekend feasts, discover why this High Street fixture stays packed—book your table to experience it firsthand.

  • Transporting Mumbai Cafe Atmosphere

    The dining room trades bright overhead restaurant lighting for moody, dimly lit interiors and an evocative hum reminiscent of a classic Mumbai cafe.

    The place was dimely lit providing that sense and feeling that transported you back to a typical Cafe in Mumbai.

    gjcc73

  • Candlelit Vintage Dining and Calming Acoustics

    Tables glow under soft candlelight paired with vintage mid-century furnishings and soothing acoustic volume, creating an intimate retreat from high-decibel dining strips.

    The restaurant is candle lit and cozy, with quiet, ambient music.

    Olivia Hall

  • Dependable Takeaway Consistency and Portions

    High Street regulars count on reliable Friday night takeaway orders featuring generous portions of tender curries and freshly pulled garlic naan that never drop in quality.

    we're never disappointed when we order our takeaway on Friday nights.

    Henrique Johansson Tramontina

  • Accessible Sunday Night Value Specials

    The kitchen breaks away from uniform full-price weekly menus with a dedicated Sunday lineup of affordable ten-dollar curries that make ending the week seamless and accessible.

    Sunday night they have a handful of $10 curries.

    Patrizia Bordignon

  • Unhurried Group Feasts and Shared Plates

    Generous shared curries, craft beers on tap, and quality wines invite parties to graze across the menu and linger comfortably late into the evening.

    shared a bunch of different dishes and talked late into the evening.

    Bec Hulme

  • Enduring Multi-Generational Traditions

    Decade-long family visits anchored by deeply layered spice profiles turn routine dinners into celebrated, memorable milestones.

    Every time has been a moment of joy, of family unity; a meal to be cherished.

    Rupert Azzopardi

Standout curries and fresh tandoor staples praised by local diners.

  • Butter Chicken

    The butter chicken and the garlic naan are our go-to!

    Henrique Johansson Tramontina

  • Garlic Naan

    Garlic naan - fresh and warm.

    gjcc73

  • Saag Paneer

    Saag paneer - I was introduced to this concept and highly rate it.

    gjcc73

  • Lamb Pasanda

    The lamb pasanda was the star of the show, even the gravy was mouth watering.

    Olivia Hall

Other favorites

Complementary sides and drinks to round out your meal

  • Mango Lassi

    The challenge of the lassi was not drinking it in one go, it was so yummy.

    Olivia Hall

  • Chilli Cheese Naan

    The mango lasso was delicious as was the chilli cheese naan bread.

    Patrizia Bordignon

  • Coconut Rice

    Coconut rice is the best for me.

    Kim Heng Goh

  • Beers on Tap

    They have great beers on tap which complement the curries beautifully.

    Tom Forbes

Before you head over

Everything you need to know about timing, parking, and ordering before you visit. Book your table now to secure a spot.

  • Book Ahead for Peak Nights

    Tables fill quickly by 6:30 PM even on weeknights, and Sunday evenings draw steady crowds for curry specials. Reserve in advance or arrive early to secure your candlelit spot.

  • Allow Extra Time for Street Parking

    Street parking along High Street and surrounding Westgarth blocks can be tight during evening dinner rushes, so factor in a few extra minutes to find a bay.

  • Plan to Share the Sizable Naans

    Dishes arrive in generous portions, and the fluffy tandoor naans are notably large—plan to share one bread between two diners to leave room for rich curries.

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