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The Chutney Bar

16A Williams St, Inverloch VIC 3996, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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16A Williams St, Inverloch VIC 3996, Australia

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+61 3 5674 6999
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 9:30 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 The Chutney Bar

The Chutney Bar brings city-caliber North Indian curries and clay-tandoor flatbreads straight to coastal Inverloch. It feels like slipping into an unassuming neighborhood spot where the chef-owner personally stops by the table to talk through spice levels. Diners regularly single out the chicken tikka masala alongside blistered garlic naan hot from the kitchen. Plates hit the table fast, whether settling in for tender lamb rogan josh or pairing butter chicken with a sweet mango lassi.

  • Dedicated tandoor oven: An on-site clay tandoor turns out blistered, tender flatbreads like buttery garlic naan.
  • Chef-led service: The chef-owner frequently steps out of the kitchen to recommend dishes and fine-tune spice levels.
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Why Diners Choose The Chutney Bar

From city-standard curries and fresh tandoor breads to welcoming conversations with the chef, see why diners choose The Chutney Bar in Inverloch.

  • Melbourne-Quality Curry Flavours

    Patrons visiting or traveling from Melbourne find rich, balanced North Indian curries that rival the city's best options.

    This place could rival any top notch Melbourne Curry Bar. The food was delicious.

    Jennifer Miller

  • Fresh Tandoori Breads & Balanced Spicing

    Breads and curries are freshly prepared with authentic consistency, including flaky, buttery naan and tender chicken.

    The garlic naan was amazing , super soft, buttery, loaded with real garlic, and absolutely delicious.

    SANNTOSH KUMAR PATTEL

  • Direct Chef-Owner Hospitality

    Guests experience dedicated attention and menu conversations directly with the chef and owner.

    We felt like we had our own personal chef, such a treat and well worth visiting if your e in the area.

    Eustahije Skoblar

  • Engaging Kitchen Presence

    Warm, authentic interactions and welcoming conversations make the dining experience personal and memorable.

    Also the chefs were so awesome to chat too. Really good blokes and mate the whole experience awesome!

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  • Reliable Road Trip Dining

    Road trippers and late arrivals along the coast find rapid service, dependable kitchen timing, and hot food.

    We were starving on the way to Phillip Island and this place saved us. Super busy, but great communication about the wait and the food came out fast.

    Samudra Dilrukshi Herath

  • Late Arrival Comfort

    A dependable spot welcoming guests after regular travel hours with efficient, flavourful comfort meals.

    Came in late and service was unreal. Food very flavourful. Definitely recommend when down the street in Invi!

    charlie hamilton

Top customer-favourite curries and tandoori breads praised for authentic flavour

  • Butter Chicken

    Butter Chicken Outstanding and so good we ordered seconds.

    Dolly Barrow

  • Garlic Naan

    The garlic naan was amazing , super soft, buttery, loaded with real garlic, and absolutely delicious.

    SANNTOSH KUMAR PATTEL

  • Chicken Tikka Masala

    The chicken tikka masala was perfectly balanced with spice, creaminess, slight sweetness, tanginess, and maybe even a hint of lemon.

    SANNTOSH KUMAR PATTEL

  • Kadai Paneer

    Last night I had the Kadai paneer and it was absolutely delicious!

    Vanessa Chopra

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitable touches that elevate dining in Inverloch

  • Table visits from the chef-owner

    The chef-owner steps out of the kitchen to converse directly with guests, sharing their passion for the craft and discussing how the curries are prepared.

  • In-house tandoor breadmaking

    The kitchen is equipped with an authentic on-site tandoor oven, turning out fresh rotis and garlic naans that are crunchy on the outside and soft inside.

  • Early seating flexibility

    Guests arriving before opening hours are warmly accommodated, with the chef taking orders immediately to get dishes out promptly.

  • Thoughtful takeaway extras

    Takeaway orders occasionally come with complimentary extras, such as an added lentil curry packed alongside the meal.

Before you head over

Helpful advice on timing, spice customization, and ordering for your visit

  • Call Ahead or Arrive Early

    The venue operates in a compact dining space that gets very busy during peak holiday evenings. Call ahead or visit slightly early to secure seating and enjoy a more relaxed meal.

  • Clarify Desired Spice Levels

    Heat levels can vary substantially across curries. When placing your order, explicitly confirm your preferred heat level, whether you want an authentic kick or a milder preparation.

  • Plan for Premium Pricing

    Dishes and sides like naan and rice reflect premium holiday-town pricing, so review prices and portion sizes upfront when planning mains and extras for your group.

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