ELCHI-Indian Restaurant Melbourne

Flinders St fine-diner led by the 'Curry Queen'. polished Indian flavours, though portions split diners.

Opulent copper-toned dining room with intimate booths and ambient lighting, feeling romantic and upscale, though tables turn over briskly and large groups add noise.

A copper-ceilinged interior, a cocktail list (Maharani, Elchi Martini), a child-free dining policy, and a 'Curry Queen' head chef known for elevated modern Indian technique.

Reviewers describe the food as authentic modern Indian with North Indian roots, though one noted the name 'Elchi' (Gujarati for cardamom) doesn't reflect a Gujarati menu.

Reviews split sharply on value. some call the $95pp set menu worth every cent, others say $200-270 spends felt small for the portion, and a weekend surcharge adds to complaints.

Summary drafted with AI from public reviews.