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Mahendra's Indian Cuisine

1233 Beaudesert Rd, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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1233 Beaudesert Rd, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mahendra's Indian Cuisine

Forget diluted takeaway curries—Mahendra’s Indian Cuisine delivers slow-simmered, stove-fresh heat at honest neighborhood prices. The unpretentious Acacia Ridge storefront skips dining-room polish entirely. Everything hits the flame to order, so expect a wait while the kitchen stretches raw dough for hot garlic naan and simmers rich goat curry and butter chicken from scratch. Loyalists regularly cross Brisbane to grab takeaway containers packed with tender beef rogan josh, fragrant biryani, and oversized spinach-and-cheese naan. Late diners rely on the kitchen right up to 10pm closing, walking away with warm pakora and chilled gulab jamun ready to reheat at home.

  • Made to Order: Curries and breads skip the bain-marie and are cooked directly on the stove when ordered.
  • Honest Value: Generous portions of goat curry, rich butter chicken, and biryani at affordable neighborhood prices.
  • Destination Takeaway: Brisbane diners regularly travel 30 to 60 minutes for reliable takeaway spice profiles.

What's On at Mahendra's Indian Cuisine

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Why Diners Choose Mahendra's Indian Cuisine

Why diners consistently cross Brisbane for Mahendra's fresh, unpretentious Indian cooking.

  • Cooked Fresh to Order on the Stove

    Every curry is prepared on the stovetop and naan stretched to order rather than kept waiting in steam tables or hot boxes.

    There's nothing in a hot box, everything is cooked on the stove with authentic spices, naan bread stretched and cooked before my very eyes.

    Cathy M
  • Exceptional Everyday Value

    Generous servings and hearty lunch specials offer an authentic culinary experience without the standard restaurant markups.

    A true gem for those craving delicious Indian fare without breaking the bank.

    Tshering Nidup lhasel
  • Worth the Long-Distance Drive

    Customers frequently drive from 30 minutes to an hour across Brisbane and the Gold Coast because local options pale in comparison.

    We drive 50 minutes for this restaurant!

    Arma Odeh
  • Reliable Late-Night Dining

    Open until 10:00 PM nightly, offering a dependable hot dinner pickup well past standard dinner hours.

    no matter how early or late I’m hungry these guys are so how open. Literally a god send.

    Lorna
  • Uncompromising Flavor Over Frills

    Unapologetic, potent traditional spices provide an exhilarating burst of flavor that outclasses generic regional alternatives.

    There are many other options that look nicer, however if you want mind blowing flavour this is it.

    Betty Burr
  • Delight in Pure Authenticity

    Discovering deep, aromatic spice profiles that evoke genuine street food and traditional cooking lifts diners' spirits.

    my spirits were lifted with the amazing food!

    Cathy M

Other favorites

Street food starters, savory snacks, and traditional sweets

  • Gulab Jamun

    And never pass over the dessert - gulab jamum. It's in the fridge. Take it home with you, put it in the microwave and serve with double cream or ice cream.

    Cathy M
  • Vege Samosas

    Watch out for their mint sauce - it packs a punch! So do their vege samosas.

    Cathy M
  • Spinach and Onion Pakora

    definitely try the Korma, spinach and onion pakora, lababdar and the Shahi Korma.

    Gigi C
  • Samosa Chaat

    You would be hard pressed to find a better samosa chaat or byriani anywhere else this side of the south east corner.

    Diana Hanna

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should I expect to wait for an order?

Dishes and naan are freshly cooked to order on the stove rather than served from hot-holding boxes. During busy periods, orders can take up to an hour to prepare, so plan ahead or expect a bit of a wait.

What are the operating hours for lunch and dinner?

The restaurant serves lunch from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Friday, while on weekends (Saturday and Sunday) it opens only for dinner from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

How large are the portion sizes?

Portions are generous and filling; a curry order paired with rice and naan easily feeds two people.

What are the recommended dishes and spice levels?

Popular customer favourites include butter chicken, goat curries, beef rogan josh, chicken korma, and freshly made naan breads like cheese and spinach or garlic naan. Spice levels can be customized, ranging from mild to hot.

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