Come on a journey to a

land of coconut palms & spice.
From tropical Kerala, South India

...to the forests of Melbourne's

Dandenong Ranges & the Yarra Valley
You’ll find the home cooked style dishes

you miss from Kerala

and a dash of India’s favourite street foods.
Welcome to

Babaji's Kerala Kitchen

Belgrave, Wurundjeri Country

&

Warburton, on the Birrarung River.

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Melbourne's best South Indian restaurant

Vishu lunch by the Yarra River

Sunday 14th April ‘24. Limited seats.

Iron your kasavu saree … we’re bringing Vishu to beautiful Warburton.

Feast on our special Vishu banana leaf Sadya with views of the mountains and Birrarung Yarra River.

(Everyone’s favourite Kerala sides - fish fry / chicken fry / beef fry will be available)

Wear traditional dress and we’ll have a special treat for you. X

And don’t miss the opportunity to take lots of family Vishu photos along the river.

Adults $40 p.p (with a $20 non refundable deposit)

Children under 7 - $20

Sunday 14th April ‘24.

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Kerala specialities at Babajis

SERVED EVERY DAY, LUNCH & DINNER

Sadyha - Our banana leaf feast!

The dish that truly takes you to Kerala. 12 different Kerala vegetarian dishes, served with matta rice on fresh banana leaf. Don't forget our fish fry & beef fry as a side dish!

Fingers encouraged!

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Our Restaurants

Natures calling! Find us in the rainforests of the Dandenong Ranges, Belgrave or our newly opened restaurant by the banks of the Birrarung river., Warburton.

'We were swept off to Kerala for lunch. Decor is so vibrant that you can't help but smile from the moment you walk in'. Ria, Google, 2023

'I had a nostalgic evening, eating dishes by mum and grandma used to cook when we were young'. Shena, Google, 2022

'Amazing place. With such ambience. Purely South Indian feels'. Maverick, Google, 2022

We're fully licensed with Indian & local craft beer, local Yarra Valley wines & Indian whiskys

Vegan / GF options and dog friendly dining available outside.

Bookings strongly recommended.

Belgrave is open for lunch & dinner daily. Closed on Wednesdays.

Warburton is open for lunch & dinner daily. Closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

Belgrave Restaurant Info

Warburton Restaurant Info

Catering & Functions

From Kerala claypot banquets, to 'live dosa' & street food canapes, we'll bring the best of Babajis to your next event.

We've cooked at weddings, to large festivals and corporate events - always bringing colour, warmth, theatre and most importantly - food that your guests will rave about.

Get in touch with us to see how we can bring your idea to life ... and of course, we're happy to travel across the State.

See our menus and FAQ about how our catering works here.

Private

Or Corporate Catering

Supporting Our Community

We're more than just a local curry house! We're a restaurant that supports and celebrates our communities!

COOKING FOR COMMUNITY CASSEROLES

With your generous donations, we've cooked over 2000 meals for those in our community financially struggling and who could do with some Babajis love. To date, our community has raised

$7360 (12 Sep 2023)

You are welcome to contribute to this fund when visiting the restaurant or when ordering online.

COMMUNITY DAYS AT BABAJIS

On the 3rd Tuesday of every month between February & November, we donate 10% of our total sales directly to a local group in our community doing some amazing work and needing a helping hand.

2024 COMMUNITY DAYS

March '24 - $450 for Ticker Arts Studio, Belgrave, to help them get back on their feet after an arson attack

April '24 - Coming up - Upwey Scouts

May '24 - Coming up - Belgrave Lantern Festival

2023 COMMUNITY DAYS

September - $440 raised for the Melbourne Youth Chorale

August - $350 for Kindred supporting asylum seekers

July - $360 for Rescue Logs

June - $600 for Shakti Mental Health

May - $380 for Mums of the Hills

April - $380 for the Australian Malayalee Student Association

March - $400 for the Emerald Monbulk Wildlife Shelter