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The Indian Hut -Indian and Nepalese Restaurant

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Closed nowOpens 5pmSunday: 5pm - 10pm, 12pm - 5pm
384 Nepean Hwy, Chelsea VIC 3196

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Chelsea's neighbourhood Indian and Nepalese kitchen with BYO wine and standout vindaloo.

A modest, functional dining room a few minutes from the beach that prioritises food quality over fit-out. Several reviewers note the interior could use attention, but the warmth of the staff. a family-run operation with welcoming service. compensates. Clean front of house under current ownership. Works well for casual sit-down dinners or takeaway.

BYO wine available, with Indian beers (Kingfisher) on the menu. Family-run with attentive front-of-house staff. Both dine-in and takeaway available with delivery via third-party apps. New owners since approximately 2025 have improved cleanliness and service consistency according to recent reviewers. Serves momos (Nepalese dumplings), differentiating it from purely Indian competitors.

Both Indian and Nepalese dishes on the menu. the momos and goat curry reflect Nepalese influence alongside North Indian staples. A reviewer with Indian heritage describes the flavours as authentic and fresh. The Gadwali goat curry and Rajasthani lamb pepper masala signal genuine regional Indian cooking beyond the standard curry house repertoire.

Described as best value in the local area by several reviewers, with a couple's deal noted as easily feeding three adults. Most consider it well-priced for the quality, though a minority have noted portion sizes feeling small on some dishes. BYO wine significantly improves the value proposition for dine-in.

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384 Nepean Hwy, Chelsea VIC 3196

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