We are open!
Take away / Delivery Available
Bookings are highly recommended.
Lunch Wed – Sun 12-2.30 PM
Dinner Mon – Sun 5.30 – 10.30 PM
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Sprawled over a wide open space, the 100 seater Malabar, is one of the most atmospheric and comfortable restaurants in the Darlinghurst area. It offers a range of dining options from large group tables, through to intimate tables for two and takeaway. Located within an easy walk of trains, buses and parking stations, it’s perfectly placed for a quick lunch, a feast dinner, large celebratory events and family get togethers.

We create delicious experiences

Clean and wholesome food cooked with real ingredients. Healthy and nutritious, following traditional Indian recipes.

Takeaway – Lunch & Dinner
Delivery – Dinner 5.45 – 9.45 PM
Delivered piping hot and delicious.

Fully licensed.
BYO Wine Only. Corkage $4 p.p.
What Guests Say
"Never fails. Only place in Sydney where you can find tasty Indian food. It even carries well as a take out. Thanks Malabar!"
"Great Indian place with many gluten free and vegan options. The food was very tasty 😋 and it’s located a few minutes from Sydney cbd. I will be back again."
"Very friendly staff. They were accommodating and soft spoken too. They were very attentive of the needs at every table. The food tastes real good. Especially loved the dessert. Really good ambience. Nice and cozy and very fresh and clean. Overall, a nice setting and really good South Indian food."
"The Mango Lassi is to die for. The service here is excellent! The staff are commendable & true hospitality professionals."
"In my opinion this is the best Indian cuisine in Sydney, a big call I know. Here’s why, everything tastes like it was made fresh, with some unique dishes on offer and great service. My partner has a few food intolerances and they are always willing to accommodate provided we call ahead. Make sure you book as they pack out."
"Just the most amazing Indian food you can find in Australia It will make you travel in India the minute you go there and taste the food It blowed my mind. Also the customer service was just awesome. Will definitely be back. Thanks for the magic experience"
"Not always easy finding great vegan and veg food around. Malabar definitely delivered on being able to cater to our needs. Delicious food, served quickly, great service. I strongly recommend the vegan Butter Chicken, not chicken, not butter dish - amazing!"
Menu a la Carte
Explore texture, color and of course the ultimate tastes with our menu of the season. All the ingredients are fresh and carefully selected by our chefs. Enjoy an extraordinary dinning experience.
Garlic & Peppar Rasam$7.5
Fresh tomatoes and tamarind, flavoured with whole garlic, cumin and Malabar pepper corns
Cauliflower & Potato Bonda$10
Cauliflower florettes mixed with spicy potato,
fresh coriander, and red onionsSpinach Chaat$16
Chickpea battered baby spinach leaves drizzled
in yoghurt, date & tamarind chutneyPatti Samosa$8
Filo pastry triangles filled with baby green peas,
onion julienne and dry red chilliVegetarian Sampler$14
Patti Samosa, Cauliflower & Potato Bonda
and Spinach ChaatMellagu Prawns$19
Tiger Prawns tossed in Malabar peppercorns,
red onion, tomato relish and fennel seedsBarramundi Varuval$15
Wild caught barramundi in a coulis of crushed coriander, chilli powder and turmeric tempered with homegrown curry leaves.
Mysore Chilli Chops$21
Baby lamb chops marinated and grilled in hot
fresh chilli, ‘Carom seeds’ and sesame seedsKodi Vepudu$14
Marinated oven roasted chicken, tossed in a burst
of red chillies, curry leaves and garam masalaTandoori Chicken Tikka$16
Chicken marinated overnight in ‘Tandoori masala’
and yoghurt, roasted on high fire in the tandoorStarter Sampler$18
Tandoori Chicken Tikka, Mysore Chilli Chops
and Patti Samosa
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A dosai is a South Indian speciality, a light crispy fermented rice and lentil crepe wrapped around a delicate filling of your choice from the list below. Great to share and highly recommended!
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Masala Dosai$11
Hand-mashed potatoes slowly stirred with red onion, curry leaves and crackled mustard seeds -
Bangalore Dosai$12
Hand-mashed potatoes covered with a sprinkle of ‘Bangalore Podi’: pestled chilli, sesame seeds and coconut flakes -
Kheema Dosai$13
Homemade lamb mince with fenugreek leaves, fresh ginger and a hint of cinnamon -
Kozhi Paneer Dosai$13
Pulled chicken with Indian paneer, tomatoes, and dried fennel seeds with a touch of black pepper -
Cheemeen Perkangai Dosai$19
Prawns tossed with salubrious ridge gourd in a tangy and spicy tomato relish with green capsicum -
Meen Peera Uttapam$12
Turmeric poached fish, fennel seeds, crackled mustard, red onion, green chilli, coriander topped on caramelised mini onion uttapam
Prawn Konkan$29
King prawns sautéed in thinly sliced onion, ginger, crackled mustard seeds and turmeric. Finished with kokum, green chilli and light coconut milk.
Prawn Balchao$29
Finely blended Kashmiri chilli with cumin and vinegar in a tangy Goan balchao masala tossed with king prawns and tomato.
Goan Fish Curry$29
Fiery green chilli is softened by light coconut milk and kokum. Seasoned with dry roasted and ground chilli, turmeric and cumin seed.
Goat Mappas$26
Pieces of baby goat marinated in green chilli and turmeric. Slow cooked with fresh coconut paste and poppy seeds.
Beef Kerala$24
Seared beef cubes slow cooked with grated ginger, chilli and coriander. Finished with fresh coconut milk and sliced baby potatoes.
Beef Vindaloo$24
Diced beef cooked with garlic, bay leaves and ginger, in a hot and sour sauce based on fresh tomatoes and vinegar.
Lambshank Roganjosh$25
Fennel seeds and sliced onion browned in sizzled cardamon. Slowly cooked in yoghurt and chunky tomato with Ratanjot and ginger
Lamb Khurumah$27.5
Braised lean diced leg of lamb in a light creamy sauce from ground cashews, slowly cooked with a hint of green chilli flavours, bay leaves and a touch of mint.
Lamb Varutha$27.5
Lean diced leg of lamb braised with homegrown curry leaves and coarse peppercorns. Seasoned with fennel and star anise. Tender little cubes of pepper goodness
Duck Moilee$28
Skinned duck legs slowly simmered in coconut milk extract and red chilli, seasoned with coriander and fennel powder. Tremendously tasty and oh-so-exotic
Chicken Makhani$24
Marinated chicken slowly cooked in a silky creamy tomato based sauce, sweetened with honey and flavoured with fenugreek leaves.
Chicken Chettinad$24
Crushed peppercorns and a smooth masala based on poppy seeds, star anise and fennel sautéed in onions with a hint of curry leaves. Cooked in its juices without a trace of oil or dairy, its peppery spicy and light.
Railway Chicken$24
Marinated chicken cooked with ginger, turmeric and dry red chilli. Finished in medium spiced coconut milk with coriander powder.
Matthanga Kootu$17
A ballet of channa dal (split chickpea) and chunks of pumpkin, this healthy combination is cooked with coconut paste, ginger, green chilli and cumin and dry red chilli.
Palak Paneer $19
Crackled cumin seeds and onions cooked with pureed spinach leaves and chunky silky home made farmers cheese.
Baby Eggplant & Potato $17
Baby eggplant is gently stirred with a generous pinch of panch phoran, natural yoghurt, chunky onions and chat potatoes, finished semi dry
Vendakkai Masala $19
Tender baby okra stirred with chunky capsicum, tomato and onions. A little spicy and tangy.
Mixed Vegetable Curry $17
Seasonal cauliflower, carrots, green peas and potatoes in a taste sensation of light coconut milk and blended chilli.
Dal Makhani $16
Five kinds of lentils cooked as a dal; dark, rich and full of flavour – prepared for 24 hours, gently nudged by cloves of garlic and power packed fenugreek.
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Basmati Rice$3
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Brown rice$3.5
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Naan$3.5
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Garlic & Coriander Naan$4
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Roti$4
Made from stoneground wholemeal flour -
Kerala Parotta$5
Flaky layered bread baked on the hotplate
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Family Feasts & Delicious Dinners
Make a Reservation
We recommend to make reservations. Bookings have time constraints and are capped at maximum 10 people.
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