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Kinara Indian Restaurant

68 Manning St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

Recommended by 11 people

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68 Manning St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

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+61 7 3193 3474
HoursMonday: 4:30 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 4:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kinara Indian Restaurant

South Brisbane’s counter for deeply fragrant North Indian comfort food packs out its Manning Street dining room with good reason. Locals point newcomers straight toward the Gol Gappe—crisp hollow spheres loaded with spiced potato and black chickpeas, ready to drown in tangy mint water and tamarind. Gravies arrive tuned to your preferred heat level, from a creamy Shahi Paneer to tiger prawns tossed with garlic in house masala. Pair everything with blistered garlic and cheese naan to mop up tender lamb and slow-simmered fish tikka masala.

  • Traditional Street Chaat: Crisp Gol Gappe filled with spiced potatoes and tangy mint water anchor the street snack starters.
  • Custom Spice Profiles: Curries are prepared with custom heat levels on request, from mild and comforting to serious chili heat.
  • Welcoming Hospitality: Genuinely attentive table staff pace celebrations with warm care and seamless dietary accommodations.
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Why Choose Kinara Indian Restaurant

Discover why diners consistently return to Kinara for comforting curries, street snacks, and attentive dining.

  • Rich, Flavour-Packed Curries and Freshly Baked Naan

    Curries and tandoori staples are cooked to order with deep flavours, generous portions, and freshly charred, fragrant garlic and cheese naans.

    Everything was delicious, and the Garlic&Cheese naan in particular was absolutely amazing—soft and full of flavor.

    Tong Lin

  • Authentic Street Food Chaat Selections

    Alongside traditional dining mains, the menu features street food favourites like crisp gol gappe with flavoured waters and tangy papri chaat.

    Crispy wafers topped with potatoes, black chickpeas, yoghurt, and sweet + spicy chutneys — bright, tangy and super refreshing.

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  • Warm and Attentive Table Hospitality

    Attentive hosts and waitstaff ensure guests feel personally cared for, checking in regularly and celebrating special moments with genuine hospitality.

    The staff made us feel valued and well looked after throughout our visit. The food was authentic, delicious, and served promptly.

    Ajay Singh Dadwal

  • Memorable Dining for Dates and Celebrations

    From birthday celebrations to date nights, the restaurant pairs personal attention and celebratory treats with a welcoming dining room.

    The staff were attentive, kind and surprised me with a birthday treat to celebrate my 30th. The atmosphere was perfect for a date night / birthday celebration

    Bridgette Barberis

  • Effortless Dining for Mixed Dietary Needs

    The kitchen accommodates diverse dietary requirements with extensive vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices, ensuring every group member dines comfortably.

    We had a mixture of dietary restrictions - vegan (me), a gluten free person and a vegetarian among us and we all had plenty of dishes to choose from.

    Vivienne Smith

  • Custom Heat Profiles for Every Palate

    Curries can be customized individually to preferred heat levels, making sharing and group feasts seamless whether diners want mild or extreme heat.

    I love that they can change the spice level for each curry and accommodate to Dietary requirements.

    Shiela hobbs

Customer favourites and signature North Indian specialities

  • Garlic Naan

    the garlic naan was charred to perfection

    angela lwin

  • Papri Chaat

    Crispy wafers topped with potatoes, black chickpeas, yoghurt, and sweet + spicy chutneys — bright, tangy and super refreshing.

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  • Chicken Karahi

    The chicken Karahi curry is easily one of the best curries I’ve ever had—I’ve ordered it many times, and it’s always consistently amazing.

    Aoife S

  • Shahi Paneer

    The Shahi Paneer for me was a standout dish !!!

    Avishek Paul

Beyond the menu

Distinct hospitality gestures and considerate details that elevate dining at Kinara.

  • Surprise Birthday Celebrations

    Staff surprise guests marking milestone occasions like birthdays with an unexpected complimentary celebration treat at the table.

  • Tailored Dish-by-Dish Spice Levels

    Curries are prepared with custom, made-to-order heat levels per dish, ranging all the way to fiery authentic spice upon request.

  • Thoughtful Multi-Dietary Accommodation

    Tables can comfortably host mixed-diet gatherings with clearly accommodated vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices like pumpkin masala and GF curries.

  • Proactive Table Refills During Rush Hours

    During busy dinner rush seatings, staff proactively visit tables to keep water glasses continuously topped up without prompting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to make a reservation before visiting?

Booking ahead is highly recommended, especially on weekends and Friday evenings when queues start forming by 6:00 PM. While walk-ins are sometimes accommodated on quieter weekdays or off-peak times, tables fill up fast.

Can you customize the spice levels of the curries?

Yes. The kitchen can adjust the heat level for each curry upon request. Keep in mind that selecting 'hot' delivers serious, authentic heat, so choose your spice tolerance carefully.

Are there vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available?

Yes. The menu features a wide selection of vegetarian options, along with dishes suited for vegan and gluten-free diets, such as pumpkin masala and gluten-free fish and prawn curries.

Does the menu include traditional street food and chaats?

Yes. Kinara serves traditional street-food chaats, including gol gappe (pani puri) with spiced mint water and tamarind sauce, as well as papri chaat topped with chickpeas, yoghurt, and chutneys.

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