Our regular Indian takeaway, we have ordered from here half a dozen times now and have always had a reliably good experience. At first, we thought the dishes looked small but we have found that they are more substantial than they look because of the generous amount of meat in each curry. In particular, the Beef Kerala and Goat Curry (both of which have meat and potato) were not bulked up with a disproportionate amount of potato. They seem to use a good quality meat and we haven’t ever found it fatty or gristly. Vegetable samosas are some of the nicest I’ve had. They are quite large and we usually split them between two now. We were divided on the Raita yoghurt sauce - it was a little too thick for me but others preferred it like this. Similarly, some of us found the Fresh Mango Chicken a little too sweet and mild but I thought it was a lovely complement to the spicier beef dishes. Rice servings vary so much between Indian restaurants that it’s often hard to know how much to order. Here, one serving is only enough for one person so you need one per person. Free poppadoms and mango chutney were included with our order which was nice. Prices are reasonable. Almost all of the curries are $23-$24. There’s a good selection of 8 vegetarian dishes which are $16-$18. Flavour of India is located on busy New South Head Rd, almost exactly opposite Edgecliff Station. Parking can be tight around here but the Eastpoint shopping centre carpark is a good bet.

We think the food here is great. We came from other site’s recommendations and are not disappointed. The staff is friendly. We ordered butter chicken and it’s not just simply sweet as some other places are. The chef here also came to speak and greet with guests personally and surprised us with his hospitality. Would recommend for other people for Indian food. Also there’s a discount when I came as I booked through TripAdvisor.

Incredible food. We came in very late as we live locally and we just wanted a quick dinner yet we could easily find a table on a Tuesday night. Amazing flavours. We ordered the butter chicken, goat curry and green fish curry with the side of rice and garlic cheese naan bread. Everything was fresh and tasty. Such a gem 💕

Absolutely stunning and delicious food with great ambient and service. We had a really good time and enjoyed everything. The chef Hayat was kind enough to come out personally greet us and offered a dessert to celebrate our special occasion. What a night!

Flavour of India Edgeclift the BEST Indian food hands down thank you Chef Hayat for your delicious food and great dinning experience. If you want to have authentic Indian Food do not hesitate to visit Flavour of India Edgecliff Restaurant . Thank you again Cheft Hayat and team . ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Not a huge fan of Indian food before I had dinner at this restaurant. Was giving my hubby a treat as he loves everything about India. We ordered crispy veggie ball, chicken masala, mushroom and cauliflower paste plus garlic naan. The food was so tasty that completely blew my mind. Services are good as well. Chef Hayat came out and greeted us warmly. Even more! There was a surprise gift after we paid the bill. Mango ice cream with a sparlking candle. Thank you Chef for making the dinner on a gloomy raining day suddenly a romantic date.

We just happened to stumble on this place as we drove past, initially racing to another almost certainly inferior restaurant before my companion pointed out that there was an indian restaurant right here. As I reluctantly chucked a u-ie and found parking and walked the cold walk up to the restaurant I felt myself thinking this better be good. And lucky for me, the next two hours were total bliss. From entering the establishment and walking into an amazing atmosphere to leaving extremely full and satisfied ready to face the cold, it was a totally amazing experience. The food was amazing, especially the butter masala with cheese naan, and the service was great with papadum condiments on the house a very nice touch. Hayat, the head chef came to say hello during the dinner and then appeared again at the end of dinner except with an amazing surprise :))) He brought us a mango kulfi and chocolate naan deserts out of the kindness of his heart which topped off an amazing meal and amazing day in the best possible way. His kindness almost brought me to tears and I will be sure to come back again. This restaurant will forever be embedded in my memory as part of an amazing day which I shared with a very important person I will also remember forever <3

We ordered take away from this restaurant long time ago, but this was the first time eating here. The restaurant is formal and looks very traditional. Everything we ordered was really good and we enjoyed every dish. There were only two staff members on the floor, a lovely waitress and a waiter. They looked very busy, in fact the service was a bit slow, but we were not in a rush. At the end of evening, we would have also taken dessert, but nobody came, so we decided not to order it and leave. Despite this two small details, everything was great and we enjoyed our night. We will come back.

We came here by chance but it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in a restaurant. The hospitality was wonderful, the food was delicious and we could’ve gotten full just on the complimentary food alone. Near the end of our dinner Hayat, the head chef, came around to all the guests to check on how we were doing - he said he’s been there for 30 years since the restaurant opened, must have seen a lot in his time :). He even gifted us some beautiful desserts....we will definitely be back, see you soon Hayat!! It was one of the most memorable nights for both of us and I will treasure it forever ❤️

What an amazing experience! The head chef, greeted us after our mains were done. I had recently got engaged and he wanted to share the special occasion with me 🥺 He brought out a traditional Indian hat and served the most wonderful desserts. It was so special that he imparted his culture on me, I felt like I was in his home. Food was beautiful, couldn’t recommend enough!

Ali Gobi was nice. Mango chicken was too sweet. First naaan was burnt and we exchanged it. Service was very slow. Google reviews are very good so we tried this restaurant but I won't be coming back.

We had an incredible experience at flavour of India we thoroughly enjoyed a banquet of meal as a group of 9 and had the benefit of trying all the various items on the menu. I have to say the daal was one of the tastiest ones I’ve had in my life and is a must try ! Thank you so much to the chef who personally came out and introduced himself as Thanked us and the team of great waiters and cooks who made this experience so special for us !!

Really excellent Indian food. Every dish excellent. Tandoor grilled chicken and lamb beautifully flavoured with excellent charcoal crust. Great naan. Decent value for the quality.

Brilliant experience at Flavour of India! Every item of food we had (and we ordered a lot) was generous in size and truly delicious and so were the drinks, especially the punch. Lovley atmosphere and the service was fast and friendly (they really went above and beyond).The wonderful chef, Hayat personally checked to see how we were enjoying the food and we even received a birthday surprise! It's so refreshing to go to a restaurant that really cares about the customer and their dining experience. I cannot recommend this place enough.

The malabar prawns were very delicious! However the other one was a bit salty.

Great Indian food! Stuck to the classics and was super happy. The Naan bread is warm and perfect. The butter chicken was just the perfect amount of spicy, rich in flavour and generous amount of chicken. One portion to share was plenty for us. The samosas were crunchy and soft, nothing out of this world, but it was a familiar and welcome flavour. The coconut shrimp I would say was the only downside, just quite dry and lacked flavour. Everything else was wonderful and homely. Overall, I much preferred eating in than ordering from here. Both are great, but it’s a lovely little place and the service was perfect, so I’ll definitely look to visit more often.

Chef Hayat and his team at Flavour of India were amazing. Aside from the food being outstanding, Chef Hayat came out of the kitchen to serve us little dessert treats which was a lovely surprise. Service very friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a good curry.

I was seeking for a decent restaurant in Double Bay and came across with the Indian restaurant. The vibe was cozy and food were definitely excellent. With a surprising dessert by Chef Hayat, the dinner was a lot better than expected. Highly recommended!👍😋

doozy curry, friendly staff

Thank you Hayat the Owner and Chef of Flavour of India for your amazing food and beautiful hospitality We were celebrating our first wedding anniversary and he made that night magic!!

Have a delicious lunch here. Chef Hayat and his team offer great service and are highly recommended.

What a brilliant restaurant! Amazing food and great service. Can't wait to go back again!

Absolutely amazed by the flavour of both dish we ordered. My girlfriend and I eat Indian food often and we can say this is one of the best restaurant in Sydney, hands down! We'll be regular for sure :)

Food is unbelievably delicious! Have to try their Tandoori Chicken and Samosas! The mocktails are delicious too. Service is exceptional and the owner is super friendly and passionate! I've only mentioned the entrees, guess how good the mains would be ;)

Great experience, food was amazing and really well priced. After our meal the head chef Hayat came out to ask us about our meal and gave us multiple free deserts that were delicious. Highly recommend checking it out for sure!!

They have best Chicken Vindaloo and Chicken Tikka butter Masala, definitely try it if you like spicy curries .

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Flavour of India Edgecliff, and I must say, it was an absolute delight for the senses! From the moment we walked in, the staff were so friendly and welcoming. The menu offered a diverse array of Indian dishes, and every item we ordered was a masterpiece (especially the tandoori lamb cutlets and the butter chicken!). What truly set Flavour of India Edgecliff apart was the outstanding service. The staff was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction. To our surprise and delight, the chef himself, came out to greet us (Chef Hayat). His passion for the cuisine was evident as he engaged in a delightful conversation with us. As a token of appreciation, the chef treated us to a complimentary dessert, which was a delightful surprise. I highly recommend Flavour of India Edgecliff to anyone seeking an authentic and exceptional Indian dining experience. The combination of phenomenal food, outstanding service, and the warmth of the staff make it a standout choice. I'm already looking forward to my next visit :) Kudos to the entire team for creating a truly memorable dining experience!

Definitely in my top 3 of favourite Indian restaurants. Loved how the head chef took the time to greet all the diners, great night with amazing food!

We had a lovely dining experience at the flavour of India. The food is delicious and as someone from the U.K. who loves a good curry I feel this is one of the best curry houses in Sydney. The chef, Hayat is very personable and during our dinner came and spoke to our group to provide some funny stories and ask for our feedback. The service and food was great and we will be back!

Executive Chef Hayat engages with his patrons and make them all feel special. Attentive staff and delicious food

Very very tasty food. Absolutely delicious naans. The staff is hospitable and friendly. The head chef greeted us after our dinner and asked for feedback. This is someone who enjoys feeding delicious food to the guests. Highly recommend in Sydney.

I've ordered takeout from Flavour of India twice now and I am hooked! The curries are robust and flavourful, the naans are thick and fluffy, and the samosas are so good that they're still crunchy and flavoursome cold from the fridge the day after! The delivery time can be a bit slow but it is definitely worth the wait.

Great Indian food, we've been here loads of times and this is also our go to takeaway. They have thier own driver so it's always fresh when it arrives. When we go in there the chef comes out and checks how everything is which is a nice touch.

Decided to visit for a Last minute valentines meal last night! Such a lovely evening, perfect food and fab staff. Hayat, the chef, came around and spoke with tables throughout the night, staff asked how the food was , really friendly atmosphere and wonderful food. Will definitely return, highly recommend :)

We have been to delight in the food prepared by Chef Hayat a number of times over the years and he and his staff never disappoint with what they deliver to the table. The Kingfisher draft on tap was icy cold, and a great accompaniment to the delicious banquet option we had. We mentioned that my birthday was just around the corner and we’re surprised with a beautiful dessert to celebrate. Having Chef Hayat sing happy birthday and wish myself and my family well was an added treat and made the evening very memorable.

The "Flavour of India Edgecliff" is the best Indian restaurant I've visited. It was a night to remember. The samosas they serve are giant and oily and just as they should be. The chutney again was perfect. The curries are full of flavour and not watered down. The service was impeccable - very personal. The chef even came to my table to ask whether everything was good. The servers are super friendly too! He even gave me complimentary chocolate naan. I hope more people come here for sure! I can't stop praising this restaurant. Very highly recommended.

Me and my partner spontaneously walked in and we were blown away by the amazing food and the kind service. We loved everything we ordered, I highly recommend the lamb cutlets and the lamb korma. The Chef Hayat spoiled us with some very tasty dessert and the whole team was so welcoming and made us feel so well taken care of. Can’t recommend enough. Best Indian food in Sydney!!

AMAZING! Never been to a restaurant like this in any price range. First off, the food is traditional authentic Indian, definitely the best I have tried in Sydney but the X-Factor is definitely the service. Chef Hayat and his team went above and beyond to celebrate a birthday. If you’ve never been here, you’re missing out. Thank you for a memorable experience.

Great food and exceptional service. The staff were great and chef Hayat came to our table to greet us and see how we were enjoying our night. He went above and beyond to make all of his Diners feel special. At the end of our meal he came out and surprised us with some beautiful desserts. The food was great but the experience was memorable and that's why I would definitely recommend and come back to flavour of India for another meal!

Last night we ate at flavour of India. We chose the banquet meal, which would be sufficient for a football team. They catered to our friend with dietary issues and service was spot on. The chef made a fantastic meal who goes the extra mile to talk to his patrons. A great time was had by all.

Highly recommended Indian restaurant, the chef is delightful and the food dishes we had were all excellent. Service is great too. We also enjoyed being in a restaurant where you don't have to shout to be heard, it's so much more relaxing. The kids also voted this their favourite Indian restaurant and can't wait to return.

Amazing Indian food, beautiful restaurant with nice seating and the best service, what else can you ask for? My partner and I came here on a date night and we were impressed with the quality of the food, the diversity of the menu, the cozy ambience and the good service. The head chef Hayat was so kind and welcoming! He checked on us towards the end of our meal and gifted us a plate of chocolate/ dessert naan. Thank you for going above and beyond, we would love to come back!

I highly recommend it to Indian food lovers

Great local Indian restaurant! Very friendly chef

My favourite restaurant in the city ?

Such delicious food! Had a wonderful dinner on Tuesday night. The chef came out for a chat and brought me a birthday dessert which was such a nice treat and so yum. Highly recommend

Amazing food and very well priced! The chef here is world-renowned and makes the most delicious Indian food. I booked for my birthday party with a table of 10 and they were very accomodating. Not only was there so much food but it was delicious. They also brought beautiful Indian hats out that we wore for photos and fun. Can't wait to go back again. Thanks again Flavour of India the best Indian in Sydney :)

Fantastic food and lovely service!

Lovely place with lovely foods Very nice and delicious food, very polite staff. Had an amazing night in our third anniversary with lots of flavour foods and greeted warmly by an amazing man chef himself!

The price is nice but everything else....

Awesome place

This is hands down my households favourite Indian restaurant, so naturally we're working our way through the menu. Everything is superb, the 'best butter chicken masala' is actually is the best. I recommend dining in, the people and the atmosphere are great. We often get take out too 10/10.

Delicious food - my favourite Indian restaurant in SYDNEY - so good!

It was a great experience. The food is yummy and the service is great, really friendly staff. Got complimentary deserts from the chef and surprisingly, the deserts were so good. Totally recommend this place

Could not thank the team enough, who were friendly and chatty while I sat with my daughter waiting for takeaway, then the lovely chef brought out our takeaway with a lovely gift of desert for my daughter. I can’t wait to return for a full meal and dining in soon!

Food quality and flavor balance was really amazing. Head chef went out of his way to be kind, even providing a free dessert of chocolate naan. Good ambiance too. Highly recommend.

Tucked away in a cosy setting with friendly staff and great Indian food. Butter Chicken, Vegetable Naan and Samosas are my go to!

What a delicious dinner we had, Hyat is a wonderful cook and wonderful person. Thank you ❤️

Fabulous Indian restaurant. One of the best in Sydney. High quality produce and service. And very reasonably priced.

Flavour of India has been a fixture of Sydney’s dining scene for 29 years. The usual peak-hour William Street crawl to the Eastern Suburbs gives you plenty of time to contemplate its bright orange signage, done in a font that now has retro appeal. The interior of this long-standing restaurant is more glamorous than the exterior would lead you to believe. Gleaming chandeliers & the wood panelling ceiling look like they have been there since the 80s, when the venue started out life as an Italian restaurant. It’s surprisingly well insulated from the traffic too, with dancing lights on an ornate mirror & a faint distant hum, the only indications that we’re parked right on a busy Sydney thoroughfare. Flavour of India biggest claim to fame is it was the site of INXS musician Michael Hutchence’s last meal, before he was found dead in the Ritz Carlton hotel the next morning, staff explain when they deliver our pappadums. Crisp, dry & flavoursome against mint raita, a good mango chutney and an undressed kachumber salad, the pappadums sustain us while we unravel the menu. It’s got some peculiarities – dishes (spicy crab served in potato skins) & ingredients (like cherries in lamb meatballs with a sweet & sour cherry reduction) that you don’t usually associate with Indian cuisine. As staff explain, the restaurant has evolved to meet the needs of the local residents, who don't always want to eat spicy cuisine. It is impressive that chef Hayat Mahamud, who has been with Flavour of India since its inception, invents his own curries to address the wants and needs of locals. However, over a clever East India Punch ($30/litre) that summons the British colonies with freshly pressed lemons and house tonic, rounded out with a little pineapple & almond intrigue, I make my curry selections & give these dishes, along with the house speciality, butter chicken, a wide berth. We opt to begin with a entrée from the tandoor selection - a shared Charcoal Sizzling Platter ($35). Presented on a cast iron pan insulated with a banana leaf, it’s won by the nicely charry lamb cutlets kept juicy & pink under a gentle yoghurt, ginger and spice marinade. Big ling fillets are cooked gently in the tandoor then accompanied by an achar of preserved lemon, turmeric and a hint of chilli. It’s my view that the generous portion of chicken tikka could do with more chilli bite, because it becomes a little bland when dragged through the accompanying mint yoghurt. With the menu ranging all over the Subcontinent, we move onto a Goan curry, an more unusual Chicken Vindaloo ($26). Coming from the west coast of India, this dish shows Portuguese trader influence. It’s basically meat in a garlic wine marinade (carne de vinha d’alhos) turned Indian by switching the red wine for palm vinegar and throwing in plenty of dried red chillies. Against fragrant, well-separated Basmati Rice ($3/person) it’s a pleasantly spicy curry that has a big tangy vinegar hit to aid digestion. The digestive aid is going to be especially welcome if you order a Cheese & Garlic Naan ($6.50). While ridiculously tasty, Flavour of India’s thick, almost pancake-like naans are likely to stonker you completely. They’re so cheesy and good just by themselves, I almost forgot to dip it into my Beef Kerala ($26) gravy. This is a lovely curry from the southern tip of the India, an area blessed with swaying coconut palms. Coconut cream makes its way into this coastal curry along with garlic and fresh curry leaves, for a simplified flavour palate against potato and falling-apart hunks of beef that will remind you of rendang. We order it spicy and are not disappointed with the slow building heat. You’ll also get some fresh chilli bite on the Chilli & Cheese Naan ($7), made in a similarly thick and cheesy style to the cheese and garlic naan, but easier to eat with the bright, freshly cut chilli rings breaking up the imminent death-by-cheese richness. We left stuffed but smiling, happy to have seen why Flavour of India has survived in Sydney’s often brutal restaurant scene for nearly thirty years.

Wow - totally awesome meal. Wonderful ambience and friendly service. Dishes were excellent- very tasty and nicely delivered. Great experience, highly recommend!

Great service and delicious food. Thank you Chef Hayet for the wonderful desert and congratulations on 30 years!

Intimate and beautiful, kind hospitality and impeccably fresh food. Very lucky to have finally found our favourite for Indian Cuisine. The Lamb Saag is the best. Can't wait to try more dishes! Good value for their mid-range prices.

Excellent service and food. Highly recomended.

We dined here tonight as a family of four and we could not fault this place at all. Everything from the tandoori entrees, naan breads and the mains of rogan josh , beef vindaloo , butter chicken etc ..were simply to-die-for. Cannot wait until we return to this place! Well done guys!!

Most amazing food and service ever

Hayat and the team put on a great meal. The food was fantastic and the service impeccable. Will definitely be back.

(Translated by Google) The best! Chef Hayal deserves more than 5 stars, excellent food and excellent attention! 100% recommended (Original) Lo mejor! Chef Hayal merece más de 5 estrellas, excelente comida y excelente atención! 100% recomendado

slow service

Nice , good butter chicken , great staff

Amazing!!!

Had a lovely impromptu dinner out with my partner and it was the best butter chicken we have had! The chef, Hayat, was so lovely. We will be making this our regular :)

The food was absolutely amazing, the perfect amount of spicy and so tasty. The staff was very friendly and attentive to our table. Hayat is an amazing chef. I would go here everyday if i could!

service here is good level, food is pretty good even if not the best Indian food i have ever tried, chef comes to your table ( all/any tables) and ask if you've enjoyed the food and offer you free dessert .

Food ? delicious ?. I love coming here to surprise myself with a new dish, whatever I have ordered was amazing ?????

This place is great. Although we can't eat in anymore, I'm going to keep on with the takeaways during this odd time.

Worth of trying.

Amazing food and great customer service

Great quality food every single time! Hayat is an amazing chef!!

? recommend highly great head chef

Amazing quality of food, definitely recommend you go try this place out - the Chef has been here for 30 years. Gave us a Special Mango Dessert at the end of our meal to celebrate my graduation - truly unique and heart warming. Thank you so much!!!

We’ve always had such amazing takeaway for here and finally went in for an experience in the restaurant. We had such a lovely time, service was so friendly and we had the pleasure of meeting the chef, Hayat. What a beautiful man! Such a lovely restaurant, best Indian cuisine in Sydney ❤️

I visited this restaurant for the first time. The atmosphere was nice and the staff were friendly. We ordered shrimp curry, green curry, garlic naan, and rice. The food was great. The shrimp curry was especially delicious because it was big, plump, and spicy: )

Awesome food, awesome vibe, and even more awesome staff- Hayats service was awesome too. The presentation and taste on the food was just great. Would 100% recommend to go here and will definitely come back if I get a chance