Indian cuisine is an absolute highlight in Perth—the incredible regional specialties, aromatic spices, and innovative takes on traditional dishes. While butter chicken holds a special place in our Australian hearts (and on many menus!), the world of Indian food is vast, diverse, and incredibly flavourful. If you’re ready to venture beyond butter chicken you’ve come to the right place. Here is a delicious journey across the city to bring you our top 6 Indian restaurants, each offering unique and unforgettable flavours.
1. Chakra Restaurant
Not just your average curry house, this spot is bursting at the seams with authentic flavours catering to both meat eaters and a dedicated vegan menu. The vegan menu is worth a mention with entrees, mains and every dessert featuring vegan cheese and garlic naan. It’s become a Perth famous restaurant for gluten free and dairy free dishes with well-trained staff taking allergy awareness seriously.
Chakra doesn’t stop at vegan dishes—they also offer a wide menu including deconstructed samosa cones, special chicken biryani and burnt lamb eggplant.
Now Book It tip: When making a booking, include your allergies in the notes section to ensure your profile is up to date and you can relax during dinner.
Location: 841 Beaufort Street, Perth
Hours: Monday to Sunday 5pm till late
2. Sauma Restaurant
Ready to welcome you with a vibrant and modern Indian dining experience with a contemporary twist on Indian cuisine and a street food style. Sauma specalises in tapas-style plates designed for sharing from wagyu beef samosas, twice cooked lamb ribs, various curries and seafood options. The menu is bursting with flavour and the atmosphere is relaxed and stylish making it suitable for date nights and gatherings with friends.
Now Book It tip: If you don’t feel like making a reservation, take away options to enjoy at home is the way to go here.
Location: 200 William Street, Northbridge
Hours: Tuesday to Thursday 5pm – 10pm;
Friday to Sunday 11am – 10pm
3. 2 Fat Indians
As the name intends you and your party will leave with tighter pants and a bellyful of authentic Indian foods. Desi cooks prepare and pride themselves in traditional cooking methods and expertise when curating each dish – from exotic flavours and fragrant spices dishes capturing the true essence of Indian cuisine. Both vegetarians and meat-lovers are catered for here from curries, tandooris, street food-inspired entrees and biryanis.
2 Fat Indians holds a strong local reputation with consistent positive feedback from customers noting excellent service and hospitality.
Location: 13/17 Turnstone Street, Alkimos (other locations available)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 4.30pm – 9.30pm; Friday to Sunday 4.30pm – 10pm
4. Lions and Tigers Restaurant
The two-storey heritage warehouse in Fremantle moved away from the traditional take and into an innovative south Asian-inspired style offering a “modern Indian” or “Anglo-Indian” take on the cuisine. The buzzing atmosphere doesn’t lack Australian soul with the creative and playful dishes being quoted as “packed with layered and deep flavours” as well as “some of the best naan I’ve had”. This leaves you guessing what’s on the menu – sourdough naan with whipped ghee, black cardamom salt, and jaggery, Roti tacos and Goan snapper curry.
Now Book It tip: Popular spot and often fully booked – we highly recommend booking in advance.
Location: 6-8 Bannister street, Fremantle
Hours: Tuesday to Thursday 5pm – 9pm;
Friday 5pm – 10pm; Saturday 12pm – 10pm
5. Punjab Restaurant
Winner of five Gold Plate awards over the years, Punjab Indian Restaurant in Innaloo has worked up a reputation for their tasty Indian fare. The backdrop is fun Bollywood style with a touch of class, so bookmark this one for casual business lunches or family occasions.
The bar is fully stocked and ready to quench the thirst from wolfing down wonderfully flavour packed dishes, from chef special Lamb Tikka Masala to spinach and fenugreek grilled Methi Palak Chicken.
PS don’t miss the Delhi Mule cocktail.
Location: 371 Scarborough Beach Rd, Innaloo
Hours: Saturday to Thursday 4.30 – 10pm
Friday 11:30am – 2pm; 4:30 – 10pm
6. Tandoori Flames
Claremont boasts a highly rated authentic Indian in Perth with over 2000+ reviews averaging 4.6 stars! Ok, what’s their formula? Signature dishes include Butter Chicken and is a must-try along with Lamb Rogan Josh and Chicken Tikka.
A strong focus on Vegetarian dishes like Palak Paneer, Dal Tadka, Aloo Palak and Mushroom Jalfrezi – dishes that are less common in other restaurants. There is no shortage of reasons to dine here – friendly and excellent service, great ambiance and quality ingredients.
Now Book It tip: If it’s your first time, order the thali as it provides a great way to sample a variety of dishes.
Location: 235 Stirling Hwy, Claremon
Hours: Monday to Friday 4pm – 9.30pm;
Saturday to Sunday 11.30am – 2.30pm & 4pm – 10pm
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