KERALA FISH CART , കള്ളും മീനും | EVERY SUNDAY AT BABAJI'S KERALA KITCHEN - WARBURTON
OUR SUNDAY FISH CART - EXTENDED TILL END OF APRIL '26
It's time for a Sunday road trip!
Experience the fish carts of Varkala cliff, Kerala, South India every Sunday right here in Warburton, in the Yarra Valley.
Wander up, choose your catch of the day sourced at the market in the morning then watch as it hits our live grill.
From fresh Barramundi, to Snapper, Pomfret, Silver Bream & Mackerel, we source Australian wild caught fresh fish, marinade it 'Kallu Shop' style with fresh chillis and curry leaves.
Pair your fish with a mun-kudam filled with a house steeped fiery 'kanthari kallu' (chilli fermented coconut water).
It's as South India as it gets - by the Yarra River.
First in, best fed. Fish cart limited - when it's gone - it's gone.
Sundays in summer (Dec -April), from 12.30pm.
Bookings strongly recommended.
FIND US IN THE MOUNTAINS ...
The beautiful mountain drive to Babaji’s is just as much part of the experience as our Kerala cooking and our friendly Aussie welcome.
BABAJIS BELGRAVE, DANDENONG RANGES
Is just 50 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD at the start of the Dandenong Ranges National Park, a 5 minute drive from the 1000 Steps, Puffing Billy Steam Railway and 15 minutes from the Tesselaar Tulip Festival.
Come for a hearty feed and hot chai, stay longer for a forest walk and to breathe the mountain air.
📍 1/1644 Burwood Hwy, Belgrave, 3160
☎️ Book here. We only take bookings on line and not by phone.
At very busy times - 'walk ins' may not be accepted. Bookings will always be honoured.
📸 Explore our favourite local spots to visit in the Dandenong Ranges.
BABAJIS WARBURTON, YARRA VALLEY
You’ll find us 90 minutes from Melbourne.
Nestled at the start of the Yarra River | Birrarung in picturesque Warburton.
We’re 10 minutes from the majestic Redwood Forest and 20 minutes from Mount Donna Buang where you’ll find the closest snow to Melbourne in winter.
Set in a 1930s cabaret dance hall, with open fires, a beer garden on the river and surrounding mountain views, Babajis Warburton oozes romance and Munaar vibes.
📍 3305 Warburton Highway, Warburton, 3799
☎️ Book here. We only take bookings on-line and not by phone.
At very busy times - 'walk ins' may not be accepted. Bookings will always be honoured.
🎁 Venue hire available for groups of 60-200.
📸 Explore our favourite local spots to visit in the Yarra Valley.
Opening Hours
⏰ Mon, Thurs, Sun 12-8pm, Fri & Sat 12-9pm. Open public holidays. Check our Google listings for unplanned closures.
🐕 Outside dog friendly dining available.
Belgrave Restaurant Info | Warburton Restaurant Info
You say …
"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 "
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HOW BABAJI'S KERALA KITCHEN SUPPORTS COMMUNITY IN THE DANDENONG RANGES & YARRA VALLEY
A community-driven South Indian restaurant in Warburton & Belgrave
Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen is a South Indian restaurant in Warburton (Yarra Valley) and Belgrave (Dandenong Ranges) — built on one simple idea:
Good humans helping other good humans.
Why giving back matters to Babaji’s
Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen began in 2014, when Max came from Kerala to start a new life in Australia with Billy from Melbourne’s Dandenong Ranges.
Like many people starting again from scratch, it wasn’t easy. There was hard work, very little money, and a lot of uncertainty. At a time when Babaji’s was just a dream, two kind people stepped in and gave us a helping hand.
First, they helped us start our market stall. Later, they helped us open the doors to our first restaurant - Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen in Belgrave.
Without them, Babaji’s would not exist.
We have never forgotten that.
Everything we do to support our community comes back to one simple idea: good humans helping other good humans.
Community Days | Charity dining in the Yarra Valley
Every month from February to December, Babaji’s hosts fundraising Community Days.
On these days, we donate 10% of all restaurant turnover to a local community group.
When you dine with us at our restaurants in Warburton or Belgrave, you’re not just enjoying South Indian food — you’re supporting local community fundraising across the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.
Local impact | Community fundraising in action
Babaji’s Community Days have helped:
Preschools build playgrounds
Scouts attend camps
Local artists rebuild after hardship
2025 Community fundraising highlights
Gladysdale Primary School – school kitchen
Belgrave Lantern Parade – traffic control
Selby Community House – phone system upgrade
Upper Yarra Garden Club – event marketing
Body of Wellbeing – community events
Sherbrooke Little Athletics – first aid kits
Wesburn Dog Obedience Club – trainer development
3MDR Radio – broadcasting support
Upper Yarra SES – new truck
Millwarra Primary School – kitchen garden
Apply for a Community Day at Babaji's Kerala Kitchen | Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges
Are you part of a local community group across the Dandenong Ranges or Yarra Valley looking to raise funds?
Babaji’s Community Days support:
Schools
Clubs
Community projects
Grassroots organisations
Tell us about your project — we’d love to help.
Pay It Forward meals | Supporting locals doing it tough
We know that for many people, every dollar counts.
If you need a meal, come in and have a chat — you’ll be looked after.
We also work with local food support programs like Community Casseroles and have donated over 1000 meals.
You can support this by adding a small donation when dining in or ordering takeaway.
More than a restaurant
For us, supporting community is not an add-on. It’s part of who we are.
Babaji’s was built because someone believed in us.
This is our way of keeping that spirit alive.
BABAJI'S COMMUNITY DAY GOOD NEWS STORIES...
Babaji's fundraiser to help Upper Yarra SES
