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Dhaba at the Mill

4/18 Piper St, Kyneton VIC 3444, Australia

Recommended by 16 people

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4/18 Piper St, Kyneton VIC 3444, Australia

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+61 3 5422 6225
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Dhaba at the Mill

Housed in a storied Piper Street mill, this vibrant stop pairs punchy regional curries with nostalgic roadside energy. Diners crowd timber tables under classic Bollywood projections, digging into crisp Indian fried chicken alongside the house-signature 'balls of happiness'—fragrant gol gappe packed with spiced potato and tangy water. The kitchen balances rich butter chicken and smoky lentils with garlic naan hot off the heat, while Sundays draw lively family groups for an all-you-can-eat evening spread. A cold mango lassi or spiced kulfi rounds out the feast.

  • Retro Dhaba Atmosphere: Vintage Bollywood films projected across rustic brick walls set to an upbeat, lively soundtrack.
  • Signature Gol Gappe: Crisp, hollow shells stuffed with spiced fillings, celebrated locally as 'balls of happiness'.
  • Sunday Night Curry Buffet: Weekly all-you-can-eat feast serving rotating regional curries, daal, and fresh accompaniments.
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Why Diners Choose Dhaba at the Mill

Discover why Kyneton locals and travelers visit Dhaba at the Mill for vibrant curries, cinema, and heritage dining.

  • Rich, Authentic Regional Indian Curries

    Traditional curries like slow-simmered butter chicken, tender lamb, and daal makhni are executed with deep spice balance and rich regional techniques.

    delicious, rich flavors with well-prepared dishes that felt authentic and satisfying

    Amu Sandhu

  • Inventive Appetizers and Signature Chaat

    House innovations like crisp gol gappe chaat—warmly referred to as balls of happiness—and spiced Indian fried chicken elevate the start of every meal.

    Particularly loved the balls of happiness! Really happy after eating them. Very authentic taste of all the dishes that we tried.

    Amar Singh

  • Historic Mill Heritage with Rustic Dhaba Charm

    The historic mill building pairs exposed rustic architecture with playful, colorful Indian roadside styling and cozy countryside warmth.

    Great vibe/atmosphere in the restaurant too, gorgeous old mill building.

    Ashley L

  • Projected Bollywood Cinema and Soundtrack

    Continuous screenings of classic Bollywood cinema on the back wall match an upbeat soundtrack that adds cinematic energy to your dinner.

    The decor, lighting, Bollywood films being projected on the back wall, the music were all excellent.

    Ben Fraser

  • Effortless Group Banquets and Set Menus

    Curated multi-dish banquets eliminate ordering friction, bringing a generous parade of starters, signature curries, and naan directly to the table.

    We got the chefs set menu. So much food, very nice to try a bunch of different things

    Emily Harmer

  • Generous Sunday Night Curry Feasts

    Sunday evenings feature an expansive all-you-can-eat curry feast, offering an accessible spread for families and groups visiting Kyneton.

    Incredible service and food at this restaurant. We were 5 adults and 4 kids and they fit us in last minute for the very affordable Sunday night buffet.

    Bec N

Signature dishes and dining formats favored by guests at the mill

  • Balls of Happiness

    Particularly loved the balls of happiness! Really happy after eating them.

    Amar Singh

  • Butter Chicken

    butter chicken was amazing

    Gurmanpreet Singh

  • Sunday Buffet

    very affordable Sunday night buffet

    Bec N

  • Indian Fried Chicken

    I’ve never had IFC (Indian fried chicken) and it blew me away.

    Ben Fraser

Other favorites

Complementary sides, traditional breads, refreshing sips, and sweet finales

  • Mango Lassi

    The mango lassi was also great.

    Mikaela Brundell

  • Garlic Naan

    butter and garlic naan

    Addy Kaur

  • Gulab Jamun

    warm, syrupy gulab jamun

    Addy Kaur

  • Indian Kulfi

    Indian Kulfi , Loved it!!!

    Mandeep Singh

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and distinct touches that elevate your dining experience

  • Tableside Visits by the Head Chef

    The head chef personally visits tables and presents dishes, engaging with diners about the cooking and checking on their dining experience.

  • Signature 'Balls of Happiness' Welcome

    Guests are welcomed with creative signatures like gol gappes termed 'balls of happiness', designed to spark delight from the first course.

  • Continuous Bollywood Projections & Soundtrack

    Classic Bollywood films projected across the wall accompanied by curated upbeat music create a warm, nostalgic transportive vibe.

  • Complimentary Gestures for Young Diners

    Attentive staff provide complimentary treats such as free dessert for kids dining with groups to make family dinners feel special.

Before you head over

Helpful tips on timing, ordering formats, and dietary options to get the most out of your visit.

  • Arrive Early for the Sunday Buffet

    The Sunday night all-you-can-eat buffet is very popular and can sell out of top favorites like butter chicken early during peak rushes, so arrive early or reserve ahead.

  • Opt for the Set Menu to Sample Widely

    If choosing across the menu is daunting, the set menu banquet serves a broad variety of dishes and inventive starters like the balls of happiness without ordering fatigue.

  • Explore Dietary & Gluten-Free Options

    The venue offers strong accommodation for dietary requirements, including a dedicated spread of vegetarian curries and marked gluten-free options.

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