Chef’s Kiss

Don't Tell Aunty

Restaurant · IndianSurry Hills

3 dishes are gluten free as served and 1 more can be made gluten free on request, out of 61 dishes on Don't Tell Aunty’s menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Also 1 nut free, 7 dairy free, 8 vegan. Source: donttellaunty.com.au, read 1 Nov 2026.

Answers come from the venue’s own menu or its listed ingredients; none of them means a dish is safe. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff.

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2024 menu note: spices are prepared in a kitchen which regularly processes and cooks with nuts and gluten products. No coeliac-safe claim is made; treat shared-kitchen risk as present.

2024 menu note: kitchen regularly processes nuts and gluten products (cross-contact risk). Dietary requirements can be catered, check with staff.

2024 menu note: spices are prepared in a kitchen which regularly processes and cooks with nuts and gluten products. No coeliac-safe claim is

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DishGlutenDairyNutsEggSoySesameShellfishFishVegVeganPrice
Food Menu (May 2025)Menu read 1 Nov 2026 · donttellaunty.com.au
Chef's Tasting MenuHappy Shots, Papdi Chaat, TSO Cauliflower, Tandoori Chicken, followed by a curry platter (specially curated thali). Charred in the tandoor. $78
Aunty Ji's Tasting MenuHappy Shots, TSO Cauliflower, Kale Soy Chaap, Tandoori Chicken, Aussie Lamb Chops, served with a thali with rich, aromatic sides. $88
Uncle's Grand Tasting FeastHappy Shots, crunchy Biryani Crunch, bold TSO Cauliflower, rich Goan Chops (as printed), chargrilled Tandoori Chicken, juicy Summer Prawns, $98
Unauthentic Butter ChickenTandoori chicken in a rich, velvety tomato-butter sauce. $33
Chicken Tikka MasalaSmoky tandoori chicken-capsicum in a robust, spiced tomato sauce. $34
Short Rib KormaTender short ribs slow-cooked in a luxurious cashew and saffron gravy. $33
Lamb MasalaSlow-cooked lamb in a thick, flavourful onion-tomato masala. $33
Goan FishFish fillet cooked in a fragrant coconut and kokum-based curry. $35
Prawn CurryPlump prawns in a rich and tangy onion-tomato, fresh coconut curry. $36
Shahi Paneer MasalaCreamy cottage cheese in a garam masala, saffron and tomato-based sauce. $28
Palak PaneerSoft paneer cubes simmered in a spiced spinach gravy. $28
Aunty DaalSlow-cooked black lentils with rich, buttery flavours and aromatic spices. $26
Punjabi KadhiGram flour dumplings in a yoghurt-based spiced curry, a North Indian favourite. $24
Vegan Butter ChickenPlant-based take on the classic with soy protein in a creamy tomato gravy. $32
Malai KoftaSoft dumplings of mashed potatoes and nuts, smothered in a velvety cashew sauce. $28
Palak MushroomMushrooms cooked in a spiced spinach gravy. $27
Chana MasalaSlow-cooked chickpeas in a tangy, spiced tomato masala. $26
Aloo BainganEggplant and potatoes sautéed with aromatic spices. $26
Madras PotatoCoastal coconut-based potato, beans and chickpea curry. $28
Uncle DalHearty yellow lentil preparation with a blend of warming spices. $26
Papadum, Chutneys & Naan PlatterAssorted homemade chutneys, crispy papadums and warm garlic naan.GF on request: Gluten-free naan on request (GF, VG by request as printed); confirm with staff $33
PappadumsCrispy, golden papadums, the perfect crunchy snack. $9
Mini PappadumsBite-sized crispy papadums, ideal for sharing. $10
Happy ShotsPlayful burst of tangy and spiced flavours served in crispy semolina puff; Aunty's signature welcome treat. $14
Papdi ChaatCrispy wafers topped with spiced yoghurt, tangy chutneys, dusted with hibiscus powder. $21
TSO CauliflowerCrispy cauliflower tossed in sweet and tangy Tso sauce, finished with sesame and nigella seeds. $23
Onion BhajiCrispy onion fritters with a spiced gram flour coating, served with tamarind chutney. $16
SamosaGolden-fried pastries stuffed with a fragrant mix of potatoes, peas and Indian spices. $16
Samosa ChaatCrispy samosas layered with yoghurt, chutneys, crunchy sev and chana. $21
Onion, Chilli & Cherry Tomato SaladWith tamarind-lime vinaigrette. $13
Pomegranate & Baby Cucumber SaladWith zesty lime and crunchy spices. $14
Tandoori Corn SaladWith crunchy spices and tangy dressing. $14
Cumin RiceCumin-spiced rice. $7
Coconut RiceFragrant rice, fresh coconut, tempered with mustard seeds, peanuts and curry leaves. $12
Gluten-Free NaanSoft, golden gluten-free naan.Gluten not stated: The name says gluten-free, but there is no GF label. The venue states it makes no coeliac-safe claim and its kitchen cooks with gluten products, so shared-kitch $10
Naan / Naan BasketClassic naan in plain, garlic chive or onion sesame. $7
Chilli Naan / BasketFluffy naan with a spicy kick. $9
Herbs & Spice Naan / BasketAromatic naan with a blend of herbs and spices. $9
Cheese NaanStuffed with blue vein, cheddar, mozzarella, oregano and garam masala. $14
Cheese Naan with Chilli or GarlicExtra heat or roasted garlic flavour. $16
Kashmiri NaanLightly sweet with pan-roasted nuts, raisins and strawberry dust. $16
RaitaYoghurt, cucumber and baby carrots. $8
ChutneysCumin spiced yoghurt, jalapeno yoghurt, hot chilli, tamarind, mint, pineapple jalapeno, sweet mango, beetroot sauce, green chilli. $5
Yoghurt KebabCreamy hung curd kebabs, lightly spiced and golden fried to perfection. $22
Biryani CrunchCrispy textures and bold biryani flavours reimagined as a crunchy bite. $25
IFC (Indian Fried Chicken)Crisp-coated Indian fried chicken with aromatic spices, served with a tangy dip. $27
Garlic PrawnJuicy prawns marinated with garlic and aromatic Indian spices. $30
Chilli ChopsSpicy and juicy lamb loin chops infused with bold chilli and tandoori flavours. $33
Achari Plum SoyaSoya tossed in tangy plum and pickling spices, bursting with sweet-umami flavour. $28
Tandoori ChickenChargrilled chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices, cooked in the tandoor for smoky perfection. $32
Aussie Lamb CutletsTender Australian lamb cutlets marinated in robust Indian spices and flame-grilled. $39
Grilled Summer PrawnFresh, plump prawns marinated with summer-inspired herbs and grilled to perfection. $39
Tandoori FishFresh fish fillet marinated in mustard, yoghurt and Indian spices, roasted in the tandoor. $39
Kashmiri PaneerAromatic, saffron-infused paneer chunks with a creamy marinade. $30
Gulab JamunHomemade milk dumplings soaked in rose syrup, served warm. $10
KulfiModern crafted Indian ice cream in Honey Crunch, Rose Petal Jam or Coconut Mango (VG) flavours. $10
Food Menu (2024)Menu read 1 Nov 2026 · donttellaunty.com.au
Charred SalmonSalmon fillets, spices and curry leaves. $37
Kashmiri TikkaKashmiri spices, cottage cheese. $27
Malabar VegetableWinter vegetable in coconut curry. $25
Kale Soy ChaapSoy protein, kale, chilli plum sauce. $28
Aged Basmati RiceAged basmati rice with cumin. $6

✓Free by default◐Can be made free on request✕Contains?Not stated

Facts

AddressSurry Hills, NSW
AreaSydney City & Inner East
KindRestaurant · Indian
Websitedonttellaunty.com.au
BookingOnline through SevenRooms
Menu read1 Nov 2026 from donttellaunty.com.au
Hours
  • Monday5:30pm–10pm
  • Tuesday5:30pm–10pm
  • Wednesday5:30pm–10pm
  • Thursday5:30pm–10pm
  • Friday11am–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm
  • Saturday11am–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm
  • Sunday11am–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm
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Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Don't Tell Aunty

Does Don't Tell Aunty have gluten-free options?

Yes: 3 dishes are gluten free as served, and 1 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 1 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Don't Tell Aunty coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “2024 menu note: spices are prepared in a kitchen which regularly processes and cooks with nuts and gluten products. No coeliac-safe claim is”. Chef’s Kiss reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

What can be made gluten free at Don't Tell Aunty?

Papadum, Chutneys & Naan Platter (Gluten-free naan on request (GF, VG by request as printed); confirm with staff).

When is Don't Tell Aunty open?

Monday: 5:30pm–10pm. Tuesday: 5:30pm–10pm. Wednesday: 5:30pm–10pm. Thursday: 5:30pm–10pm. Friday: 11am–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Saturday: 11am–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Sunday: 11am–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book Don't Tell Aunty online?

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