Restaurant

Kolkata Cricket Club

8 Whiteman St Level 1 Casino, opposite village cinemas, Crown Melbourne, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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8 Whiteman St Level 1 Casino, opposite village cinemas, Crown Melbourne, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kolkata Cricket Club

Set inside Crown Melbourne, Kolkata Cricket Club channels historic colonial clubhouse hospitality into fire-licked Bengali cooking. The tandoor anchors the dining room—sending out charred seekh kebabs alongside smoky butter chicken. Regulars bypass standard curries to focus on regional plates: slow-cooked Kosha Mangsho goat curry, woodfired mushrooms, and crisp puchka poured tableside with spiced tamarind water. Staff guide tables through wine pairings with sommelier precision while handling large celebratory groups with ease. Round it out with blistering garlic butter naan right off the coals.

  • Tandoor & Woodfire Specialities: The kitchen excels with intensely seasoned seekh lamb kebabs and slow-cooked Kosha Mangsho goat curry blistered over coals.
  • Heritage Clubhouse Hospitality: Front-of-house styling honours vintage cricket clubs, paired with floor staff versed in sharp wine guidance.
  • Puchka & Blistered Breads: Crisp puchka shells paired with spiced tamarind water and comforting charred garlic butter naans start and anchor the table.

What's On at Kolkata Cricket Club

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Why Dine at Kolkata Cricket Club

A refined members-club setting serving woodfired regional Bengali cuisine at Crown Melbourne.

  • Elevated Woodfired and Bengali Specialties

    Dishes are crafted around regional Bengali flavours and woodfire and tandoor techniques, offering unique smoked profiles and spice depth.

    the butter chicken has a unique smoked undertone with so many other flavour profiles within

    Steve Grant
  • Flavours Kept True to Calcutta Heritage

    Diners experience authentic regional recipes cooked true to origin, bringing nostalgic and celebrated Kolkata profiles to fine dining.

    Gave us glimpses of calcutta in every bite, glad the flavours were kept true to their origin

    Varshaa Jalagam
  • Effortless Milestone and Group Feasts

    Front-of-house staff coordinate large tables and milestone occasions effortlessly, managing custom dietary needs and celebratory cake service.

    She brought such wonderful energy to the table and managed our large group with absolute ease.

    sandra githinji
  • Attentive Care for Special Celebrations

    Warm hosts ensure anniversaries and private milestones feel deeply recognized, pairing quiet table placements with personalized celebration details.

    Staff were warm and welcoming and they all noted it was our anniversary (good attention to our reservation).

    Simran Kaur
  • Sommelier-Guided Wine Pairings and Menu Direction

    Service hosts provide confident, sommelier-level wine pairings and guided dish selections that reassure hosts when entertaining key professional clients.

    Jordan was excellent at recommending a wine that perfectly complemented our food selection and was extremely knowledgeable about the menu

    Maddie Dharmapala
  • Seamless Pre-Order and Service Timing

    Well-paced set menus and structured pre-order coordination allow group and business hosts to dine seamlessly without table delays.

    She arranged the right timings for the preorder we did online. Food was delicious and will come back!

    Laura Uribe

Other favorites

Distinctive starters, desserts, and cocktails to complement the feast

  • Puchka

    To start, I highly recommend the puchka.

    Quincy
  • Cocktails

    Loved the cocktails and great service

    nidhin babu Kurian
  • Gulab Jamun

    The gulab jamun at the end was also stunning - golden crisp exterior, warm soft interior and paired with a lovely tangy cream to balance all the flavours and end the night.

    Simran Kaur
  • Rose Sour

    The drinks were really tasty, would recommend the Rose sour.

    Varshaa Jalagam

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate milestone celebrations and special dining experiences.

  • Surprise Celebration Cakes

    Staff provide complimentary celebration gestures, including surprising milestone diners with custom cakes coordinated seamlessly during dinner service.

  • Anniversary Welcome & Seating

    Floor hosts provide private nook seating for milestone reservations and ensure every team member acknowledges the celebration on arrival.

  • Sommelier-Led Group Service

    Floor staff guide large groups through complex dietary needs with sommelier-level wine pairings and synchronized cake service.

  • Historic Club Jackets

    Front-of-house staff wear tailored jackets paying direct visual tribute to original historic Indian members' cricket clubs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can guests at the same table order different set menus?

Reviewers report that when opting for the set menu, the whole table must select the same option (either all vegetarian or all non-vegetarian), rather than splitting different set menus across individuals.

What dishes are popular to order?

The restaurant offers both a la carte and curated set menus featuring open flame and tandoor cooking. Highly recommended dishes include the seekh lamb kebab, smoked butter chicken, Bengali goat curry (Kosha Mangsho), and garlic naan.

Should you make a reservation before visiting?

Yes, reservations can be booked online or in person. While walk-ins may occasionally be accommodated based on capacity, tables fill quickly during peak dining times.

How are the portion sizes and pricing?

Customer experiences with portions vary. Several guests note that curries and small plates can be compact relative to fine-dining pricing, while others find set tasting menus quite filling. Ordering starters and naan helps round out the meal.

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