Tamila

On service alone, this place is 5 stars thanks to Aurora being the kindest, most attentive and knowledgeable server. It was a bonus that the food was fabulous too! Stand outs for me have to be the chilli cheese dosa and the lamb curry especially, but everything was delicious. Aurora guided us through what suited us best and how many dishes to get, which left us perfectly nourished and satisfied by the end! We’d go back simply for Aurora, but we’ll be back to try more of the dishes again soon.

This place is Northcote roads best new Indian!! I had an all round absolutely amazing experience and could not recommend it more to anyone in the area. We went crazy and got a ton of food. The onion bhaji - fresh, crunchy, unbelievable. The fried baby sweet corn - never had it before, so good!!!! The chili cheese dosa - WOW TO DIE FOR!! The paneer curry - best I’ve ever had in my life. Put simply, all of the food was unreal. We ordered the mango soft serve but the machine was broken. They came back to us and gave us the gulab jamin on the house!! It was also so damn good. This place has great vibes, good prices, and the staff are awesome. 10/10 you need to go here if you’re reading this!!

Really good Indian food. The cocktails are delicious as well, especially the Ginger Paloma. The Mutton Dosa is totally standout and a must order. As an Indian, I can also confirm the onion bhajis are absolutely on point.

A decent South Indian-Sri Lankan place. Best thing about the restaurant is the Menu. You have selective choices. So it’s easier to order. We’ve had a good mix of Grills and Curries. My personal favourite were the grills. We’ve had - Chicken Lollipop, Shrimp, and Fried corn for starters - Lamb curry, Chicken Curry, Tandoori chicken, Roti, Garlic Naan, Kulcha for Mains - Gulab Jamun and Mango soft serve for Dessert - Mango Lassi for drink Price was reasonable. Staff were friendly and the environment was lively. Very very noisy… but that’s not their fault. The lighting was way too low. The live kitchen keeps you engaged. The one thing that bothered me most that none of the kitchen staff were wearing Hair Nets. Will I be going back? Yes absolutely.

Best experience at Tamila! Our server Aurora was a genuine delight. She had us laughing from the moment we arrived - and the food she recommended was all unreal. It was our anniversary and the whole evening was so special! Get the gunpowder margarita….. 🍋‍🟩 💣

We visited Tamila for lunch on a weekend and were able to get a walk-in table (which we weren't expecting). The staff were extremely friendly and helpful (the person looking after us went out of her way to pack us an extra portion of dip for takeaway because I mentioned that our toddler really liked it). The food and drinks were top-notch, - presentation, quantity, taste met expectations. The ambience is warm and inviting, though the way the restaurant is laid out is a bit non-standard and makes it look sparse (not that I'd hold it against them, but it's more of an observation). Glad that it was a good experience because the Tamil Prince and Tamil Crown are much further away!

First visit to one of the Tamila family and head over heels! Started off with the much recommended Fried Baby corn and understood why - was deliciously crunchy! The tandoori chicken with the spicy South Indian twist was awesome and the paneer butter masala with the flaky rotis left our tummy and soul filled up. Service was excellent - polite, informed, efficient and good recommendations. The toilet was one of the most beautiful ones I’ve been to of late. There’s bit of outdoor seating but the inside seating is nice and quite a few covers. Coming back for more, soon

We had an outstanding meal here—truly one of the best Indian dining experiences we’ve had in a long time. Every dish was bursting with flavour and cooked to perfection. We started with an onion bhaji, which was crisp and golden with just the right amount of spice—warm, aromatic, and completely addictive. The mutton curry dosa stole the show: thin and crispy on the outside, generously topped with tender, spiced mutton that was rich and deeply flavourful. To accompany our mains, we had buttery garlic naan that was soft and indulgent, ideal for scooping up the delicious sauces. The coconut rice added a lovely subtle sweetness that paired beautifully with both the lamb and chicken curries—each distinct, fragrant, and perfectly balanced. We washed it all down with the house lager, which was light, refreshing, and a great match for the meal. Highly recommend this place if you’re after authentic, expertly made Indian food that delivers on every front. We’ll definitely be back.