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Malta Indian Restaurant Torquay Victoria

Unit 1/136 Geelong Rd, Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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Find Malta Indian Restaurant Torquay Victoria

Unit 1/136 Geelong Rd, Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

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+61 3 5297 7753
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM 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 Malta Indian Restaurant Torquay Victoria

Malta brings deeply spiced North Indian staples and tender lamb to Torquay without the usual casual rush. Diners take note of thoughtful hospitality moves—like kitchen staff checking readiness before firing mains and serving curries onto pre-heated plates. The kitchen turns out crisp vegetable pakoras, tender lamb madras, and flaky garlic naan beside bowls of coconut rice. Families and groups linger over sizzling mixed platters while little ones tuck into mild daal.

  • Paced table service: The floor team asks whether guests are ready before sending out main curries.
  • Heated plates: Curries arrive at the table served on pre-warmed dinnerware.
  • Family-friendly kitchen: The kitchen comfortably tailors heat levels and accommodates toddler dining requests.
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Why Diners Choose Malta Indian Restaurant

Authentic North Indian dishes, flexible hospitality, and genuine care in Torquay

  • Fresh, Flavor-Packed Traditional Curries

    Curries and tandoori staples are prepared to order with rich, authentic spice profiles and tender meats.

    Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.

    Timothy Vogrin

  • Handmade Starters and Samosas

    Freshly fried samosas and starters stand out for their crispy textures and flavorful sauce pairings.

    I ordered the samosa, it’s mouth-waveringly tasty!

    heshani perera

  • Dining With Absolute Confidence

    Diners enjoy consistent culinary execution across classic Indian dishes, creating effortless dining confidence.

    Anyone visiting Torquay can eat at Malta Indian restaurant with complete confidence.

    Melissa Quinton

  • Warm and Welcoming Hospitality

    Guests are greeted with attentive, welcoming hospitality that puts both locals and visitors at ease.

    The service was attentive and friendly, making us feel right at home.

    Yadi

  • Accommodating Family Dining

    Kitchen staff gladly accommodate custom requests for toddlers and varied spice tolerances for the whole table.

    requested chef to provide me with mashed rice and daal for my 19 months old baby and chef did accommodated my request

    Mamta Tailor

  • Effortless Group and Holiday Dinners

    Generous sharing platters and diverse curries satisfy groups traveling or gathering together in Torquay.

    We all got a different dish and each one was delicious and fresh.

    Gacha _Magic

Customer-favorite starters and signature dishes at Malta Indian Restaurant

  • Samosa

    I ordered the samosa, it’s mouth-waveringly tasty! Best I have had in Australia.

    heshani perera

  • Butter Chicken

    The butter chicken was absolutely amazing, and the quality of the chicken was the best I’ve ever had at an Indian restaurant.

    Timothy Vogrin

  • Garlic Naan

    I highly recommend the Lamb Chops and garlic naan as it was absolutely delicious!

    Yadi

  • Lamb Chops

    I highly recommend the Lamb Chops and garlic naan as it was absolutely delicious!

    Yadi

Other favorites

Sides, breads, and drinks to round out your Indian dining experience

  • Mango Lassi

    the mango lassi was delicious, a must have when we have Indian.

    Gacha _Magic

  • Coconut Rice

    Coconut rice was my favourite.

    Callum McGann

  • Roti Bread

    roti bread is absolutely delicious & the best in Torquay!

    Margaret Kennedy

  • Masala Kulcha

    especially the masala kulcha was great.

    Ravinder Kang

Frequently Asked Questions

What dishes are most recommended to order?

Reviews consistently highlight the samosas, butter chicken, tender lamb curries (such as lamb korma, madras, and vindaloo), garlic naan, and coconut rice. The mixed sizzling platter and King Prawn Malai are also popular choices.

Can spice levels be adjusted to your preference?

Yes. Curries can be tailored to your preferred heat level from mild to hot, though diners note that ordering mild results in a very gentle spice profile.

Is the restaurant accommodating for families and young children?

Yes. Diners report that the kitchen is very accommodating with special meal requests, including preparing plain mashed rice and daal for young children, alongside several vegetarian curry options.

Is takeaway available, and how long does it take?

Yes, takeout is available alongside dine-in service. Guests note that takeaway orders can occasionally take a little extra time during busy dinner periods, but the food is well worth the wait.

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