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Indian Mehfil Restaurant Ipswich

116 Brisbane St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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Find Indian Mehfil Restaurant Ipswich

116 Brisbane St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia

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+61 7 3281 8683
HoursMonday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 4:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Indian Mehfil Restaurant Ipswich

Housed in an 1878 former bank right by the Ipswich Art Gallery, Indian Mehfil delivers bold regional curries beneath towering heritage archways. Brisbane day-trippers and homesick British expats make the detour for the kitchen's spice-driven depth—tender lamb rogan josh humming with clove and cardamom, balanced chicken karahi, and blistered garlic naan landing hot from the tandoor. Groups bypass à la carte decision fatigue with generous communal banquets, while midday diners slip in for the swift lamb specials paired with an 8% beer.

  • Heritage Bank Setting: Set inside a heritage-listed 1878 former bank featuring soaring ceilings and vintage archways opposite the gallery.
  • Group Banquets: Communal multi-course spreads bundle classic entrees, curries, sides, and refreshing desserts for couples and large groups.
  • High-Value Lunch: Midday specials like succulent lamb rogan josh deliver generous portions with swift turnaround.
  • Spice-Driven Kitchen: Revered for deeply spiced curries, fresh salads, and tender lamb cooked with balanced heat.
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Why Choose Indian Mehfil Restaurant Ipswich

From grand heritage feasts and shared banquets to high-value lunches and family takeaway

  • Atmospheric Heritage Bank Architecture

    Dine within a grand 1878 heritage-listed former Federation bank building complete with high ceilings, vintage archways, and atmospheric decor.

    We sat inside the grand old dining room, surrounded by high ceilings, vintage archways, and the quiet hum of shared anticipation

    Brad M

  • Comfortable & Refined Dining Ambience

    Plush seating, cozy lighting, and a tranquil ambiance make sit-down dining feel distinctly elevated and special.

    Beautiful decor, cozy atmosphere ,made the meal feel extra special.

    N H

  • Effortless Multi-Course Group Banquets

    Fixed-price banquet packages simplify dining for couples and parties with coursed starters, generous curries, sides, and desserts.

    We had a banquet for 2 - entrees were great, curries were delicious and very generous servings, dessert was so lovely and refreshing.

    Chloe T

  • Spacious Setting for Group Feasts

    The venue provides ample seating and attentive service suited for organizing feasts and celebratory gatherings with friends.

    Highly recommend getting a group of friends and having a feast.

    Scott Ives

  • Exceptional Midday Lunch Value

    Midday lunch specials offer generous portions of tender curries and freshly baked naan with fast turnaround and high value.

    I purchased the Lamb Rogan Josh lunch special, with a garlic Naan and 600ml coke no sugar, $19.15, what's not to love about that?

    Kelly Queen

  • Generous & Reliable Family Takeaway

    Carefully packed takeaway orders feature generous meat portions, gluten-free choices, and family-tailored mild spice options.

    When the food arrived, everything was well packed, and each container had a generous amount of meat.

    Inah Journey

Signature mains and tandoori classics highlighted by guests

  • goat curry

    The goat curry was very juicy and tender.

    Vicky Zhu

  • Lamb Rogan Josh

    I ordered the Lamb Rogan Josh and the lamb was seriously tender, juicy, and full of flavour.

    N H

  • butter chicken

    My 9-year-old daughter loved the butter chicken, which says a lot!

    Inah Journey

  • Chicken Tikka

    Chicken Tikka and the goat curry were our favourites.

    Catherine Macarthur (Catherine Macathur)

Other favorites

Traditional tandoori breads, appetizers, desserts, and refreshing beverages

  • garlic naan

    the naan was delicious

    Kelly Queen

  • samosas

    we all agreed the samosas won the night

    Brad M

  • Mango ice cream

    Indian style Mango ice cream was a must try after the meal

    Vicky Zhu

  • mango lassies

    We shared mango lassies and plain rice

    Melissa Manson

Before you head over

Practical dining advice on banquet ordering, holiday surcharges, and spice preferences.

  • Opt for Banquet Menus for Group Dining

    For parties and gatherings, ordering the banquet takes the guesswork out of coordinating à la carte dishes and delivers generous, multi-course spreads from entrees to desserts.

  • Check for Public Holiday Surcharges

    If you are dining during public holidays, factor in applicable holiday surcharges indicated on the menu to avoid surprises on group bills.

  • Customize Spice Levels for Sensitive Palates

    If you prefer mild curries or are ordering for younger family members, specify lower spice levels when ordering to ensure the heat matches your palate.

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