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ELCHI - Indian Restaurant Melbourne

72 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 32 people

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Find ELCHI - Indian Restaurant Melbourne

72 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9654 6717
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About ELCHI - Indian Restaurant Melbourne

Boutique Indian fine dining on Flinders Street trades the standard curry house script for serene, child-free dining wrapped in warm copper and low-lit booths. Chef Manpreet Sekhon steers a menu that balances authentic subcontinental heat with inventive technique—think Indori chaap, smoky chicken tikka, and soft onion kulcha straight from the tandoor. Regulars single out the Hyderabadi goat curry, followed by unexpected turns like sweet-potato cheesecake and crisp golgappa shells topped with pomegranate.

  • Child-Free Dining Room: A strict policy welcoming only guests over 12 keeps the dining room quiet and focused.
  • Modern Subcontinental Craft: Chef Manpreet Sekhon balances traditional regional curries with inventive creations like Indori chaap and sweet-potato cheesecake.
  • Moody Booth Seating: Intimate booth seating set against warm copper accents creates a calm, tucked-away retreat.
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Why Diners Choose ELCHI

Discover why diners choose ELCHI for serene evenings, chef-driven modern cuisine, and milestone celebrations.

  • Refined Chef-Curated Indian Fine Dining

    ELCHI crafts an elevated dinner experience where every course reflects gourmet craftsmanship, balanced spice profiles, and refined presentation tailored for milestone celebrations.

    ELCHI is hands down one of the best Indian fine dining restaurants in Melbourne. The ambience is elegant and calming, the food is beautifully presented, and every dish feels thoughtfully curated.

    ritu rathi

  • Inventive Modern Culinary Reinterpretations

    Chef Manpreet Sekhon elevates traditional recipes into modern tasting adventures, surprising diners with innovative creations like sweet-potato cheesecake and refined starters.

    And the food… honestly, it felt like we were being taken on a little adventure. New flavours popping up in every dish, everything plated with so much care it almost felt wrong to dig in.

    Shelley Strater

  • Peaceful Child-Free Dining Atmosphere

    A strictly enforced age policy restricting guests under 12 ensures uninterrupted dates, anniversaries, and evenings free from dining room noise.

    One of the standout aspects of Elchi that we absolutely loved was their child-free policy. It made the entire evening so much more serene and enjoyable without the usual chaos of kids running around.

    Lovewinder Singh

  • Intimate Private Booth Seating

    Deep, intimate booth seating combined with warm mood lighting allows couples and small groups to conduct focused, comfortable conversations.

    The booths are brilliant, really give you a sense of your own space in an intimate restaurant.

    Kim Elliott

  • Impressing Traditional and Discerning Guests

    Polished, deeply authentic executions of classic regional dishes win over even the most critical home cooks and discerning elders.

    I even brought my parents and grandma here and they are harsh judges because they are Indian (they never go to Indian restaurants because they cook at home!) and all are great cooks. They all loved it!

    Ruvashnee N

  • High-Confidence Milestone and Guest Hosting

    Flawless, authentic dishes and upscale surroundings make the venue an effortless, high-confidence choice for hosting visitors and celebratory groups in the Melbourne CBD.

    The food is 100% authentic and delicious. It actually reminded me of my hometown in India. If I have to recommend a place in Melbourne this is it!!

    Vanshika

Chef-driven signature mains and starters crafted with distinct regional flavours

  • Golgappa

    Then came the Golgappa, little. bombs of peppery flavour and moonlight that explode in your mouth.

    Peony Fernandes

  • Chicken Tikka

    especially the chicken tikka, so soft, tender and smokey. Never tasted anything like it.

    Priya Gill

  • Indori Chaap

    The highlights were the Indori chaap and the lachcha paratha.

    Srinivas Sridharan

  • Olive Bhindi

    E.g. Olive Bhindi, okra, onion, tomato, spices and Coastal vegetable curry, Mangalore style green sauce were out of this world.

    Darshil Mehta

Other favorites

Breads, desserts, and handcrafted beverages that round out the dining experience

  • sweet-potato cheesecake

    sweet‑potato cheesecake that sounded questionable but turned out to be ridiculously good

    Shelley Strater

  • sassy lassi cocktails

    I could also drink 100 of the sassy lassi cocktails.

    Ruvashnee N

  • lachcha paratha

    The highlights were the Indori chaap and the lachcha paratha.

    Srinivas Sridharan

  • pistachio kulfi

    Our desserts were pistachio kulfi and a gorgeous gulab jamun dish, just delicious.

    Peony Fernandes

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitable touches and thoughtful details that elevate your dining experience

  • Celebratory Desserts on the House

    Guests celebrating milestones are treated to thoughtful celebratory surprises, such as an anniversary heart-shaped brownie or a complimentary birthday dessert marked with greetings.

  • Personal Chef & Owner Tableside Visits

    Chef-owner Manpreet Sekhon frequently connects with tables directly to share her culinary journey and personally acquaint herself with diners.

  • Bespoke Presentation Details

    Starters arrive with elevated artistry, featuring pappadums presented in a hand-painted box alongside inventive palate-cleansing crunchy cups topped with pomegranate.

  • Adult-Only Tranquil Dining Policy

    Dining is protected by a dedicated policy permitting only guests aged 12 and over, ensuring an uninterrupted, tranquil environment suited for intimate dates and adult conversations.

Before you head over

Practical planning guidance for an upscale, adult-focused dining experience.

  • Check the Child-Free Policy Before Booking

    The restaurant maintains an age restriction permitting only diners over 12 years old, making it ideal for peaceful adult dining, dates, and meetings rather than young family outings with children.

  • Plan for Cosy Booth Dimensions

    Seating features intimate booths designed for private dining; however, parties of four may experience a tighter footprint, so plan ahead and reserve early if booth seating is preferred.

  • Order Across Entrees and Mains to Balance Portions

    Dishes are refined and chef-driven rather than bulky banquet portions, so order multiple starters and mains across the table to explore regional flavours and ensure everyone is fully satisfied.

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