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Old Durbar Nepalese & Indian Restaurant Brunswick

671 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

Recommended by 34 people

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Find Old Durbar Nepalese & Indian Restaurant Brunswick

671 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

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+61 3 7012 2367
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Old Durbar Nepalese & Indian Restaurant Brunswick

Old Durbar delivers honest Nepalese comfort along Sydney Road, dishing out regional spice and homestyle warmth. Regulars drop in for traditional floor seating, live guitar sets, and soulful Kathmandu street plates. Slender-skinned jhol momo arrive submerged in rich spiced broth alongside hearty chicken chow mein and loaded goat khana sets flanked by punchy gorkhey aachar.

  • Homestyle Himalayan Flavors: Plates range from soupy jhol momo to rich goat thali sets complete with house tomato chutney and gorkhey aachar.
  • Floor Seating Area: Low-slung traditional floor seating offers an authentic, laid-back perch for sharing platters.
  • Live Music Sets: Weekend dinner service often features live acoustic guitar sets and Nepalese vocals.
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Why Guests Choose Old Durbar

Experience authentic Himalayan hospitality, traditional floor seating, and home-style dishes in Brunswick.

  • Multi-Course Traditional Thali Sets

    Guests can enjoy traditional Nepalese khana sets featuring authentic dishes and house-made condiments like gorkhey aachar and tomato chutney.

    Love the tomatoes chutney and gorkhey aachar

    Sushil Kshetri

  • Authentic Spiced Jhol Momos

    Handcrafted dumplings served with traditional rich and spiced sesame-based jhol broth evoke authentic Kathmandu street flavors.

    authentic taste of Momo and the achaar ( jhol) that i used to find as a kid in the streets of Kathmandu

    nowhere man

  • Live Acoustic Musical Performances

    Live guitar and vocal performances featuring Bollywood and Nepalese songs elevate evening dinners for visiting relatives and families.

    Prabin’s live performance of Bollywood and Nepalese songs made for an unforgettable night for our family.

    M Bello

  • Warm Intergenerational Family Dining

    A family-friendly dining environment accommodates intergenerational gatherings with hospitable care and welcoming service.

    Kid friendly as well my 2 year old daughter had a great time including my in laws who were visiting feom Nepal.

    Bikram Tiwari

  • Traditional Floor Seating Experience

    Diners can immerse themselves in Himalayan culture through low floor seating alongside traditional Nepalese art and decor.

    Really liked the floor seating.

    nitin bhatia

  • Stress-Free Group Gatherings and Events

    Spacious dining rooms and responsive coordination make hosting celebratory gatherings and private group functions effortless.

    The staff were attentive, friendly, and highly professional, making event planning completely stress-free.

    Rubee Dahal

Customer-favorite Himalayan and Nepalese specialties

  • Jhol momos

    First time i ever tried the nepalese cuisine, its literally a blast in my mouth particularly jhol momos the soup which is delicious 😋 and that pushed me to try their all other dishes at a single stretch.

    Mahindran Subramani raj

  • Thali set

    I ordered the non veg thali set and the veg thali set and both were absolutely delicious. The spices were perfectly balanced, and the portions were generous.

    Sudipta Rakshit

  • Butter chicken

    Their best-selling butter chicken paired with soft, fresh naan was a highlight, full of creamy, balanced flavor.

    Payel Chakravorti

  • Alu Tama

    I highly recommend the Alu Tama – so good and so reasonably priced.

    river

Other favorites

Traditional appetizers, regional sides, and classic beverages

  • Khasi ko Bhutan

    I really love Khasi ko Bhutan. This dish is really unforgettable Like the Dashain Vibe.

    Bibek Gaire

  • Sausage skewers

    The sausage skewers were crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and paired really well with the dipping sauces.

    anu pandey

  • Mango lassi

    I had the chicken momo, the goat curry, mango lassi and basmati rice to start with.

    Zindzi

  • Special tea

    We ordered goats thali along with the special tea.

    Sushil Kshetri

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitable touches and cultural highlights that elevate dinner service.

  • Complimentary Birthday Mango Lassi

    Guests celebrating special occasions like birthdays have been treated to a complimentary mango lassi from the owner and staff.

  • Traditional Floor Seating Area

    Diners can opt for authentic traditional floor seating, offering a distinctive Himalayan dining posture.

  • Live Acoustic Music Performances

    Evenings feature live acoustic musical sets, with musicians performing soulful Nepalese and Bollywood songs on guitar.

  • Thali Sets with Regional Aachar & Chutney

    Comprehensive traditional Khana and thali sets arrive accompanied by authentic regional sides like house gorkhey aachar and tomato chutney.

Before you head over

Helpful tips on parking, timing, and seating for your visit

  • Plan Weekend Parking in Advance

    Street parking on Sydney Road can take a while to find during peak weekend hours; consider taking nearby tram or train transit to avoid delays.

  • Call Ahead to Minimize Wait Times

    If you are visiting during busy dining periods or dining with a group, calling ahead helps ensure minimal waiting time for your table and meals.

  • Request Floor Seating

    For a distinctive traditional dining experience, request the low floor seating area when arranging your visit.

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