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Honest Melbourne

9 Langhorne St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia

Recommended by 37 people

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9 Langhorne St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia

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+61 3 9792 1006
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Honest Melbourne

Honest Melbourne brings Ahmedabad’s revered vegetarian street-food legacy straight to Dandenong. Ex-pats and locals line up for rich, buttery pav bhaji served alongside pillowy toasted rolls, crisp pani puri packed with tangy spiced water, and crunchy bhakhri pizza. Dedicated entirely to pure-vegetarian dining, the kitchen caters easily to strict Jain and no-onion-garlic diets while families settle in over communal thalis and cold glasses of mango lassi.

  • Ahmedabad Street Staples: Renowned for rich, buttery bhaji served with soft toasted pav, alongside crunchy bhakhri pizzas that recreate Gujarat's signature flavours.
  • Strictly Pure-Veg & Jain: Dedicated 100% vegetarian menu with reliable, clearly accommodated Jain and no-onion-garlic (NOG) options.
  • Communal Family Gatherings: Lively, welcoming dining room suited for sharing platters, thalis, and custom spice levels from mild to super spicy.
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Why Diners Choose Honest Melbourne

Experience authentic Ahmedabad street-food staples, certified pure-vegetarian dining, and warm communal meals in Melbourne.

  • Dedicated Jain & Pure Vegetarian Options

    Honest Melbourne adheres strictly to meat-free preparation with extensive Jain and no-onion-garlic choices across street food and curries.

    I’m a Jain and being able to find Jain food in Australia is such a heavenly feeling.

    Avani Parekh

  • Extensive No-Onion-Garlic Menus

    Catering and dining selections accommodate specific dietary boundaries like no onion and garlic across multi-course menus.

    Lots of NOG option too.

    Madhu Narasimha

  • Ahmedabad-Style Recipe Heritage

    Direct links to the original Ahmedabad kitchen heritage recreate authentic roadside snacks like bhakhri pizza and signature pav bhaji.

    taste is very close to how you get it in the real one at Ahmedabad

    Anupam Deshpande

  • Authentic Street Food Flavours

    Spiced pani puri and street-style snacks are prepared fresh to bring genuine Indian street dining to life.

    The pani puri was super fresh and full of tangy flavor—it’s been ages since I had such authentic street-style taste.

    Sanskriti Oza

  • Welcoming Setting for Family Gatherings

    A buzzing atmosphere and generous sharing platters welcome large families and group functions.

    The atmosphere was lively and perfect for a family outing.

    Manan Rajgor

  • Family-Friendly Customized Spice Levels

    Kitchen staff readily accommodate varying family palates and spice tolerances, ensuring younger guests dine easily.

    Kids love this place as they can get their taste (mild) of food.

    Amissh Thakar

Ahmedabad street food icons crafted to authentic regional recipes

  • Pav Bhaji

    The pav bhaji was rich, buttery, and perfectly spiced, just like how it tastes back home.

    Sanskriti Oza

  • Pani Puri

    The pani puri was super fresh and full of tangy flavor—it’s been ages since I had such authentic street-style taste.

    Sanskriti Oza

  • Bhakhri Pizza

    Amazing fusion of Indian flavors in Bhakhri pizza.

    Mansi Bhimani

  • Dahi Puri

    Dahi puri bursts with creamy yogurt and sweet-tangy flavors.

    Kaushal Patel

Other favorites

Refreshing lassis, crispy chaats, and hearty traditional thalis

  • Mango Lassi

    To top it off, I had a Mango Lassi 🥭🥤 which was smooth, creamy, and perfectly sweet.

    Sanskriti Oza

  • Crispy Aloo Chaat

    My family enjoyed the crispy aloo chat for entree which was a generous serving.

    Shubham Goel

  • Chur Chur Naan

    Eating chur chur naan for first time and I loved it.

    Sai Sri Karan Pulluri

  • Punjabi Thali

    And Best part was their unlimited Fulka Roti with punjabi thali.

    Dipak Chorasiya

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate authentic Ahmedabad vegetarian dining

  • Dedicated Jain and No Onion Garlic Preparation

    Honest accommodates strict dietary requirements by offering specialized No Onion Garlic (NOG) and Jain menu selections across street food and banquet items.

  • Custom Tailored Spice Preferences

    Kitchen staff personalize dish heat levels directly to patron taste upon request, accommodating preferences from mild options for kids to super spicy street food.

  • Live Kitchen Preparation

    The dining room features an open live kitchen format where specialty items like pav bhaji and chur chur naan are prepared fresh and hot on order.

  • Celebratory Event Hospitality and Games

    Celebratory dining occasions include organized community engagement such as dedicated Mother's Day hosted games and personalized customer hospitality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the entire menu vegetarian, and are Jain options available?

Honest Melbourne is a purely vegetarian venue serving Indian street food, curries, and regional Ahmedabad specialties, with options accommodating Jain and no-onion-garlic (NOG) diets.

Can spice levels be adjusted for children or mild palates?

Dishes can pack notable heat—such as certain curries and Hakka noodles—but the kitchen can tailor heat levels if you specify mild or extra spicy when ordering, or replace items if they are too spicy.

What are the signature dishes to order?

Popular items include the signature buttery pav bhaji, pani puri, crispy aloo chaat, bhakhri pizza, and stuffed chur chur naan paired with mango lassi.

Should you book ahead or expect wait times during peak hours?

Evenings and weekends can get quite crowded with noticeable wait times for tables and food, so reserving ahead or placing advance orders is recommended.

What is the parking situation around the restaurant?

Parking directly nearby can be challenging to find at times, though both free parking lots and street parking options are situated in the surrounding area.

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