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Malabar South Indian Cuisine

Restaurant · IndianDarlinghurst

No dish is marked gluten free as served, out of 56 dishes on Malabar South Indian Cuisine’s menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Also 25 nut free. Source: malabarcuisine.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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  • A La CarteLunch, Dinnersource
  • Vegan MenuLunch, Dinnersource
  • $30 Lunch Special (South Indian Lunch Thali)Wed–Sun 12–2.15pmLunchsource
  • Only on SundaysSundays onlyLunch, Dinnersource
  • Banquet MenusLunch Wed–Sun, dinnerLunch, Dinnersource
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A La CarteMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · malabarcuisine.com.au
Garlic and Pepper Rasam SoupFresh tomatoes and tamarind, flavoured with whole garlic, cumin and Malabar pepper corns $12.50
Cauliflower & Potato Bonda2 pcs. Cauliflower florettes mixed with spicy potato, fresh coriander and red onions dipped and fried in a light chickpea batter.DF on request: Can be made dairy free (ask) $13
Spinach ChaatServed chilled. Chickpea battered baby spinach leaves drizzled in yoghurt, date & tamarind chutney $21
Patti Samosa2 pcs. Filo pastry triangles filled with baby green peas, onion julienne and dry red chilli. $13
Mellagu Prawns6 pcs. Tiger prawns tossed in crushed Malabar peppercorns, red onion, tomato relish and fennel seeds $27
Banana Leaf Wrapped BarramundiSucculent barramundi fillet, marinated with ginger, garlic and a touch of green chillies, wrapped in a fragrant banana leaf with caramelised $26
Mysore Chilli Chops2 pcs. Baby lamb chops marinated and grilled in hot fresh chilli, 'Carom seeds' and sesame seeds $24
Kerala Fried ChickenCrispy chicken pieces dabbed in seasoned chickpea flour with hints of chilli, curry leaves and turmeric $19.50
Tandoori Chicken Tikka2 pcs. Chicken marinated overnight in 'Tandoori masala' and yoghurt, roasted on high fire in the tandoor $16
Masala DosaiHand-mashed potatoes slowly stirred with red onion, curry leaves and crackled mustard seeds $17.50
Bangalore DosaiHand-mashed potatoes covered with a sprinkle of 'Bangalore Podi': pestled chilli, sesame seeds and coconut flakes $18.50
Kerala Fish DosaiFlaked ling fillet, seared in coconut oil with curry leaves and ginger, folded into a thin, crisp dosai. Served with a bright tangy tomato c $19
Kheema DosaiHomemade lamb mince with fenugreek leaves, fresh ginger and a hint of cinnamon $21
Prawn DosaiPrawns tossed with salubrious ridge gourd in a tangy and spicy tomato relish with green capsicum $21
Prawn KonkanKing prawns sautéed in thinly sliced onion, ginger, crackled mustard seeds and turmeric. Finished with kokum, green chilli and light coconut $36
Prawn BalchaoFinely blended Kashmiri chilli with cumin and vinegar in a tangy Goan balchao masala tossed with king prawns and tomato. $36
Goan Fish CurryFiery green chilli is softened by light coconut milk and kokum. Seasoned with dry roasted and ground chilli, turmeric and cumin seed. $35
Goat MappasPieces of baby goat marinated in green chilli and turmeric. Slow cooked with fresh coconut paste and poppy seeds. $38
Kerala Mappila Beef CurryTender beef cubes slow cooked in fresh coconut milk seasoned with mellow ginger, fresh chilli and zesty coriander with a few handcut potato $36
Beef Ribs VariyelluPremium Angus short rib coated in a vibrant rub of turmeric, cumin, coriander and black pepper, seared to develop a rich, golden crust that $46
Beef VindalooDiced beef cooked with garlic, bay leaves and ginger, in a hot and sour sauce based on fresh tomatoes and vinegar. $37
Lambshank RoganjoshFennel seeds and sliced onion browned in sizzled cardamon. Slowly cooked in yoghurt and chunky tomato with Ratanjot and ginger $34
Lamb KhurumahBraised lean diced leg of lamb in a light creamy sauce from ground cashews, slowly cooked with a hint of green chilli flavours, bay leaves a $37
Lamb VaruthaLean diced leg of lamb braised with homegrown curry leaves and coarse peppercorns. Seasoned with fennel and star anise. Tender little cubes $37
Chicken MakhaniMarinated chicken slowly cooked in a silky creamy tomato based sauce, sweetened with honey and flavoured with fenugreek leaves. Takeaway lis $34
Railway ChickenMarinated chicken cooked with ginger, turmeric and dry red chilli. Finished in medium spiced coconut milk with coriander powder. $34
Palak PaneerCrackled cumin seeds and onions cooked with pureed spinach leaves and chunky silky home made farmers cheese. $28
Baby Eggplant & PotatoBaby eggplant is gently stirred with a generous pinch of panch phoran, natural yoghurt, chunky onions and chat potatoes, finished semi dry $28
Vendakkai MasalaTender baby okra stirred with chunky capsicum, tomato and onions. A little spicy and tangy. $28
Mixed Vegetable CurrySeasonal cauliflower, carrots, green peas and potatoes in a taste sensation of light coconut milk and blended chilli. $26
Dal MakhaniFive 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 p $23
Brown Rice $6
Basmati Rice $5
Naan $6
Garlic & Coriander Naan $6.50
Whole Meal Roti $6
Kerala ParottaFlaky layered bread baked on hotplate $6.50
Peshwari NaanSultanas, coconut and cashew nuts $9
Cheese Naan $8.50
Garlic Cheese Naan $8.50
Mango KulfiTraditional Indian frozen dessert, similar to ice cream but denser and creamier, flavoured with nuts, fruits and spices $14
Pistachio KulfiTraditional Indian frozen dessert, similar to ice cream but denser and creamier, flavoured with nuts, fruits and spices $14
Kavuni ArisiAn indulgent South Indian delicacy made from the revered black rice, Kavuni Arisi, slow-cooked to perfection with fresh coconut rivets and a $15
Gulab JamunTwo golden sticky sweet milk dumplings wrapped around a pistachio soaked in rose and cardamom infused sugar syrup $14
RasmalaiTwo handmade soft cheese dumplings soaked in saffron milk $14
Dessert PlatterMango kulfi + kavuni arisi + rasmalai $18
Vegan MenuMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · malabarcuisine.com.au
Saag AlooCrackled cumin seeds and onions cooked with pureed spinach leaves and hand cut baby potatoes. $26
$30 Lunch Special (South Indian Lunch Thali)Menu read 1 Nov 2026 · malabarcuisine.com.au
South Indian Lunch ThaliChoice of today's chicken or vegetarian curry, slow-simmered dal, tangy rasam, basmati rice, cooling raita, pickle and crisp pappadum, serve $30
Only on SundaysMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · malabarcuisine.com.au
Ruby Chicken BiryaniMarinated chicken layered with long-grain basmati rice, warming spices, caramelised onions, cashews and craisins. Served with cucumber raita $34
UpmaRoasted semolina with curry leaves, mustard seeds and vegetables. $7.50
Karam IdliOne steamed rice and lentil cake, served with sambhar and coconut chutney. $7.50
Sambhar VadaOne golden lentil doughnut, crisp outside and airy inside. $7.50
Banquet MenusMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · malabarcuisine.com.au
Malabar BanquetTo begin: Pappadums with mint chutney. Starters: Patti samosa and Tandoori chicken tikka, one each. Second course: Mini masala dosai, one ea $79
Seafood BanquetTo begin: Pappadums with mint chutney. Starters: Patti samosa and Tandoori chicken tikka, one each, plus Mellagu prawns. Second course: Mini $89
Vegetarian BanquetThe Malabar Banquet courses, with Dal makhani and Baby eggplant & potato in place of the meat mains. $79
Vegan BanquetThe Malabar Banquet courses, with Okra masala and Mango chutney, served with roti in place of naan. $79

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Facts

AddressDarlinghurst, NSW
AreaSydney City & Inner East
KindRestaurant · Indian
Websitemalabarcuisine.com.au
BookingOnline through SevenRooms
Menu read1 Nov 2026 from malabarcuisine.com.au
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Questions about Malabar South Indian Cuisine

Does Malabar South Indian Cuisine have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 1 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Malabar South Indian Cuisine coeliac friendly?

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.

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