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Swaad India's Zest

9/271-275 Centre Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

Recommended by 47 people

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9/271-275 Centre Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

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+61 3 8394 6943
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Swaad India's Zest

Bentleigh diners turn to Swaad India's Zest for rich North Indian curries tuned precisely to order—spiced hot or dialed down for kids. Tables fill quickly over simmering lamb rogan josh and bowls of dal tadka, alongside charred roti and fluffy rice. What sets the kitchen apart is its rare dedication to dietary restrictions, turning out full no-onion and no-garlic options suited for strict FODMAP or coeliac needs. Bring a favorite bottle to pair with butter chicken or explore the house wine list, while hosts guide newcomers through unexpected menu cuts. Takeaway runs with equal care, confirmed by outbound timing calls before you pick up warm naan straight from the tandoor.

  • Allium-Free and FODMAP Care: Accommodates strict FODMAP and coeliac diets with dedicated no-onion and no-garlic dishes.
  • BYO and Wine Selection: Welcomes bring-your-own bottles alongside a curated house wine list.
  • Attentive Takeaway Timing: Takeaway orders feature proactive readiness phone calls and precise timing.
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The Swaad India's Zest Advantage

Why Bentleigh diners choose Swaad for tailored dining, dependable takeaway, and relaxed celebrations

  • Customized Menus for Strict Dietary Needs

    The kitchen accommodates complex digestive restrictions with a dedicated no-onion and no-garlic menu, crafting dishes without alliums or gluten without compromising traditional flavors.

    accommodating the fructose intolerant out there with a no-onion/no-garlic menu

    Morgan Coady

  • Exact Spice Customization on Demand

    Curries and traditional recipes are seasoned precisely to customer preference, allowing diners to dial in specific spice levels from mild to robust heat.

    they can settle the level of spices, I asked for mild and they served to the spot!

    Ilias Vogiatzis

  • Coordinated Timing for Takeaway Pickup

    Takeaway orders benefit from proactive kitchen communication, including outbound calls timing your pickup so sensitive dishes travel in peak condition.

    Called to let us know something we ordered doesn’t travel well for takeaway orders, and that they could call us 10 minutes before it was all ready for pickup.

    Snokens

  • Punctual Preparation and Reliable Portions

    Takeaway meals are timed to the exact minute promised and portioned generously, providing dependable quality and value for dining at home.

    Food was prepared to the actual minute they said it would be ready.

    Martin Brown

  • Unhurried Settings for Group Celebrations

    Attentive hospitality and an accommodating dining room create an unhurried atmosphere suited for multi-generational dinners, birthdays, and celebrations.

    The service was amazing, nothing too much trouble. Not hurried at all.

    pamela graham

  • Affordable Dining with Flexible BYO

    Guests can bring their preferred wine with seamless BYO table service while keeping overall celebration dining affordable.

    We absolutely loved the BYO alcohol option, which kept the evening fun and affordable.

    Mayur Katariya

Authentic, richly spiced main curries tailored to your taste

  • Butter Chicken

    The butter chicken was delightful. It was flavourful, and spot on.

    Angie Bee

  • Lamb Rogan Josh

    We had dal tadka and lamb rogan josh, plus roti and a tasty coconut rice.

    Martha

  • Dal Tadka

    Not just authentic, but very delicious! We had dal tadka and lamb rogan josh, plus roti and a tasty coconut rice.

    Martha

  • Malai Kofta

    the kofta was soft with a creamy sauce, and the tikka masala had that perfect smoky-spicy balance.

    Seth Dell

Other favorites

Flavorful rices, specialty breads, and made-to-order drinks to complement your meal

  • Garlic Rotis

    Garlic Rotis were awesome as well.

    Darshan Rao

  • Rose Lhassi

    and the yummiest Rose Lhassi came out...very caring and friendly staff.

    Sonia Zimmermann

  • Coconut Rice

    We had dal tadka and lamb rogan josh, plus roti and a tasty coconut rice.

    Martha

  • Lemon Rice

    The bread, lemon rice, lamb cutlets, fish tikka and spinach lambs were great and St one of the best samosas I’ve ever had.

    Julian Thornton

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and attentive hospitality that elevate the dining experience at Swaad India's Zest.

  • Proactive Takeaway Calls and Follow-up Texts

    Staff make proactive phone calls to alert guests when takeaway meals will be ready and advise on dishes that do not travel well, followed by morning check-in texts.

  • Dedicated No-Onion, No-Garlic & FODMAP Adaptations

    Prepares dedicated no-onion and no-garlic options and adapts recipes directly for fructose-intolerant, FODMAP, and coeliac dietary needs without compromising flavour.

  • Personalized Dish Tasting & Hospitality Treats

    The host offers complimentary traditional drinks or off-menu curries for returning patrons, and checks in on individual flavour preferences to craft personalized tasting dishes for future visits.

  • Flexible BYO Alcohol Option with In-House Wine

    Accommodates diners wanting to bring their own wine alongside an on-premise wine selection, pairing flexible beverage options with warm family and group gatherings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can dietary restrictions like gluten-free, low-FODMAP, or vegetarian be accommodated?

Yes. The kitchen customizes dishes to accommodate specific dietary requirements, including vegetarian, coeliac, and low-FODMAP needs with a dedicated no-onion and no-garlic preparation.

Is BYO permitted, or does the restaurant serve alcohol?

Guests can bring their own wine or alcoholic drinks, and the restaurant also offers its own on-premise wine selection.

How does takeaway ordering and pickup work?

Takeaway dishes come in generous portions with included sides, and staff actively coordinate timing by phone so orders are picked up hot and fresh. Delivery is also available.

What are the parking options nearby?

Parking is straightforward and convenient, with free street parking and a free parking lot available near the restaurant.

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