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The Indian Kitchen

91 Vulture St, West End QLD 4101, Australia

Recommended by 20 people

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91 Vulture St, West End QLD 4101, Australia

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+61 7 3844 3234
HoursMonday: 12:30 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 12:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 12:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:30 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Indian Kitchen

Forget white tablecloths—this is pure, unapologetic desi comfort served fast on Vulture Street. A fixture of West End lunch routines, the counter setup lets you point straight into steaming trays of creamy butter chicken, goat curry, and spinach with potato. Puffy garlic naan comes blistered to order, while regulars hold out for the crisp butter chicken samosas and chicken Indian burritos before they vanish. You can grab a street-facing window seat, balance a hearty thali with house mango chutney, and walk away with a hefty feed that barely dents ten bucks.

  • Handheld Signatures: Known for handheld Indian burritos and crisp samosas stuffed with butter chicken.
  • Bargain Midday Value: Hefty thali combos and ten-dollar midday plates deliver massive portions without stinging your wallet.
  • West End Vibe: Fast counter service, made-to-order naan, and streetfront seating keep queues moving steadily out the door.
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Why Choose The Indian Kitchen

Why locals turn to this West End institution for quick curries, massive portions, and fresh naan

  • Affordable High-Value Lunch Specials

    Generous lunch specials starting around ten dollars pair high-value combo plates with rapid counter service for an efficient, affordable midday feed.

    They even have a lunch special for just $10, which is great value for money!

    Gurpreet Nafri

  • Casual Handheld Hybrid Options

    Distinct menu additions like fresh Indian burritos and butter chicken samosas provide fast, handheld options alongside classic curries.

    The fresh indian burrito was polished off by my son and filled him up 100%.

    Rachel Sully

  • Generous Multi-Meal Portions

    Massive portion sizes ensure lunch or dinner orders easily stretch into multiple meals for families and budget-conscious diners.

    If you're on a fixed income looking for a meal you can enjoy and even have enough for another meal I highly recommend it

    Colin

  • Quick Grab-and-Go Takeaway

    Ready-to-serve steam table dishes make takeaway effortless for patrons picking up hearty meals on the move.

    The best grab and go curry in Queensland.

    James Thompson

  • Street-Facing Neighbourhood Character

    A relaxed dining space with Bollywood music and window seating offers prime West End people-watching and vibrant local character.

    People watching is great from the window seats too - West End Central.

    Jay Stephens

  • Fresh Made-to-Order Naan

    Breads like garlic cheese naan and plain naan are baked fresh to order while patrons select their curries at the counter.

    The plain naan is so good but you should order it first because they take some time to cook as they make it fresh.

    Julie Blue

Customer favorites and signature staples from the counter

  • Butter Chicken

    The butter chicken was ridiculously good — rich, silky, perfectly balanced spice.

    Taylor Hardy

  • Mango Chicken

    The mango chicken is so good.

    Julie Blue

  • Indian Burrito

    The fresh indian burrito was polished off by my son and filled him up 100%.

    Rachel Sully

  • Butter Chicken Samosa

    The servings are generous and my favourite is the Butter Chicken Samosa.

    David Milroy

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches that elevate casual West End dining

  • Dedicated Vegetarian Serving Utensils

    Kitchen staff maintain separate utensils for vegetarian dishes to prevent cross-contamination directly at the serving counter.

  • Fresh Made-to-Order Naan Breads

    Naans such as plain, cheese, and garlic are made fresh to order on the spot rather than held pre-cooked.

  • Complimentary Dine-In Takeaway Containers

    Staff keep take-home containers handy for dine-in guests who cannot finish the exceptionally generous portions.

  • Behind-the-Counter Chutneys and Pickles

    Guests can complement their curries with traditional house relishes and pickles, including lime pickle and mango chutney kept behind the counter.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ordering work and should I expect a wait?

The restaurant operates with a counter-service display where curries are ready to serve, while fresh naans are baked to order. Because naan takes a few minutes to cook and lines can stretch out the door during peak evening hours, it helps to order your breads right away when you arrive.

How generous are the portions?

Portion sizes are notably generous, with entrees, curries, and naans frequently large enough to share or take home as leftovers. Dine-in plates are plentiful, and takeout containers are readily available if you want to pack up what you cannot finish.

Are there vegetarian options available?

Yes, the kitchen offers a broad range of vegetarian curries and dishes, with reviewers highlighting items like spinach and potato, veggie korma, cauliflower, and separate utensils used for vegetarian preparation.

Is there dine-in seating available?

Yes, casual seating is provided both indoors and outdoors across tables on the sidewalk, alongside dine-in plates and cutlery, though space is straightforward and fills up during busy hours.

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