Masala Grill - Melbourne

I recently discovered a fantastic hidden gem in Melbourne. I was impressed by the modern and fusion approach to traditional Indian street food. read more I recently discovered a fantastic hidden gem in Melbourne. I was impressed by the modern and fusion approach to traditional Indian street food.

The location of the restaurant may not be ideal, but the food is simply fantastic. I tried the masala dosa and chhole bhature, and the chhole bhature was partic... read more The location of the restaurant may not be ideal, but the food is simply fantastic. I tried the masala dosa and chhole bhature, and the chhole bhature was particularly outstanding.

I was in the mood for Indian cuisine, particularly street food, so I found myself wandering down a dimly lit alleyway to Delhi Streets. read more I was in the mood for Indian cuisine, particularly street food, so I found myself wandering down a dimly lit alleyway to Delhi Streets.

We arrived at the restaurant with a coupon, which ended up not necessary. The hostess appeared confused, taking our coupon and leaving us waiting in the middle... read more We arrived at the restaurant with a coupon, which ended up not necessary. The hostess appeared confused, taking our coupon and leaving us waiting in the middle of the restaurant. After a long wait, she motioned for us to choose two curries from behind the counter. We requested to choose before being seated, but she only nodded in response. We picked a table easily as it was still early for lunch, and there was only one other customer. We soon realized that we needed to select our curries before they were put on a tray for us. This was a bit confusing, as we were used to a similar concept in our local town. Despite the initial confusion, the food was delicious with a limited but tasty selection. The naan bread was particularly good, and my butter chicken and beef curry were both flavorful. However, we found that the coupon we purchased was not a good deal, as the price was the same as the regular price. It would be helpful for staff to explain the process more clearly and offer a drink to customers as they arrive, following basic hospitality etiquette.

In general, our experience at this restaurant was pleasant but average. The place was empty during our dinner. We used a Groupon coupon, so what we paid was a g... read more In general, our experience at this restaurant was pleasant but average. The place was empty during our dinner. We used a Groupon coupon, so what we paid was a good value for the food we received. However, we wouldn't pay full price as the portions were nice but not very large.