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Spice on High - Authentic Indian Cuisine

330 High St, Kew VIC 3101, Australia

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330 High St, Kew VIC 3101, Australia

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+61 3 7074 4146
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Spice on High - Authentic Indian Cuisine

Kew locals head straight to High Street when they want genuine desi heat without the watered-down compromises. The sleek dining room balances modern calm with personal hospitality from the floor straight to the kitchen. Regulars swear by the butter chicken—tender, silky, and balanced with mild spice without turning cloying. For real kick, the kitchen customizes individual gravies to serious heat levels upon request, from slow-simmered dal makhani to coastal Chicken Malabari. Vegetable biryani arrives fragrant in clay pots alongside hot garlic naan, giving family dinners and celebrations room to spread out across two relaxed levels.

  • Custom Heat Levels: Gravies are individually cooked to guest specifications, delivering genuine heat rather than standardized batches.
  • Standout Butter Chicken: Silky and rich with mild sweetness, paired alongside tender tandoori dishes and crisp naans.
  • Two-Level Dining: Spacious two-floor setup pairing aesthetic dining rooms with attentive floor service and clay-pot dishes.
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Why Dine at Spice on High

Discover why Kew diners choose Spice on High for authentic North Indian flavours, tailored spice, and warm hospitality.

  • Custom-tailored curry spice levels

    Dishes are prepared with individual heat profiles rather than watered down, accommodating both heat enthusiasts and mild preferences across the table.

    each curry could be tailored to a different spice level, which was great for us as we had some folks who love spice and others less so.

    Eloise Jones

  • Fragrant clay pot biryani preparation

    Classic regional specialities like vegetable biryani are cooked and presented individually in traditional clay pots for aromatic depth.

    The vegetable biryani in the clay pot was fragrant and well presented

    Pradeep Kantharaju

  • Personal hospitality from the chef-owner

    Guests experience genuine warmth through hands-on hospitality, with the chef-owner personally greeting tables to ensure complete satisfaction.

    The chef/owner personally took the time to check on us and made us feel right at home, which added a lovely personal touch.

    Nilen Rungassamy

  • Reassurance of authentic heat levels

    Spicy curry lovers enjoy true, uncompromising Indian heat without the muted flavours common in conventional venues.

    We asked for it spicy, and they actually delivered real spice, not the watered-down version you get at most places.

    Paarush Jain

  • Celebratory milestone dining touches

    Milestone family gatherings and birthday dinners are elevated with attentive coordination, rapid hot service, and festive sparkler presentations.

    They went above and beyond to ensure that we had all the food piping hot and quickly served. They even added some sparklers to the birthday cake.

    Greg Sutton

  • Versatile two-floor dining room layout

    Patrons can choose between upstairs and downstairs dining areas across a two-level layout that easily accommodates groups and private seating preferences.

    They have 2 floors so you can choose where you want to sit

    Himanshu Malhotra

Signature curries and authentic specialties tailored to your spice preference

  • Dal Makhani

    Our favourite dish is their Dal Makhani, the best in Melbourne!

    Trina

  • Butter Chicken

    Absolutely the best butter chicken I’ve had! My bf agrees! The sauce is rich, creamy, and full of flavour, with the perfect balance of mild spice and a lovely sweetness.

    Era Griffin

  • Goat Curry

    We had the spinach paneer and also the goat curry, and both were worth it.

    Ayrton Fry

  • Vegetable Biryani

    The vegetable biryani in the clay pot was fragrant and well presented

    Pradeep Kantharaju

Other favorites

Complementary sides, fresh tandoor breads, and celebratory desserts

  • Garlic Naan

    I had the best garlic naan and panner from here. It was so flavorful and delicious.

    Lisanga Rajapakse

  • Cheese Naan

    The cheese naan was fresh, soft, and the perfect accompaniment to the meal.

    Nilen Rungassamy

  • Pistachio Kulfi

    we were treated to the best ever pistachio kulfi , much appreciated.

    Baldev Gill

  • Tandoori Mushrooms

    Even Entree with tandoori mushrooms being the highlight.

    Shipra Jain

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and bespoke dining gestures observed by diners at Spice on High

  • Chef-Owner Table Visits

    Chef-owner Nawaz personally visits tables to welcome diners, ensure dishes meet expectations, and accommodate custom food requests.

  • Celebratory Sparkler Presentations

    Birthday milestones are celebrated with unexpected gestures, including sparklers added to celebratory cakes or ice cream.

  • Complimentary Papadums and Raita on Arrival

    Guests are greeted at the table with complimentary papadums accompanied by house-made raita and dipping sauces upon arrival.

  • Clay Pot Biryani Presentation

    Vegetable biryani is baked and brought to the table individually presented in traditional clay pots.

Before you head over

Practical advice on ordering heat levels, dietary preferences, and seating

  • Customise Your Spice Level

    Specify your preferred heat level when ordering curries, as the kitchen customises spice for each dish and delivers authentic heat if requested spicy.

  • Request Coriander-Free Plating

    Naan and curries are garnished with fresh coriander by default; request it removed when ordering if anyone in your group dislikes or avoids it.

  • Choose Your Dining Level

    The venue spans two levels and offers convenient nearby parking, giving you the flexibility to request upstairs or downstairs seating upon arrival.

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