The Bengal Tiger situated at the corner of City Road and Montague Street in South Melbourne is the old favourite, for Indian food lovers in the area.

Once a popular pub - The Nelson Hotel, was converted to a restaurant and has housed The Bengal Tiger for over 28 years.

Opened in October, 1982 it is the oldest Indian restaurant in the area.

The Bengal Tiger has tandoors (clay ovens) in which are cooked succulent meats - lamb, chicken, prawns, fish and pork spare ribs, and also Naans and Parathas (Indian bread - cooked against the wall of the oven with various stuffing available - such as spiced cottage cheese, minced lamb, potatoes, onions, mint or garlic.)

Latest User Reviews

"We have been only twice in 20 years. The restaurant has delivered a lovely interesting experience each time. Our son and his fiancee come regularly. He was not with us when we came the first time. He and our children plus our future relatives came the last time late in 2009. Our future daughter in law will celebrate her birthday in the restaurant tonight."

"We were there for a family dinner. The food was great, the service was lovely and friendly, we asked for a gluten free menu ,and we were treated with knowlege and respect .Thank for a lovely night we will be back ." more reviews

Chefs	Arun Ligam Salwinder Lal
Price Guide	Entrée $8 - $28, Main $12 - $28, Dessert $6 - $8
Payment Options	Cash, Amex, Visa, Mastercard, Diners, Eftpos
Set Menus	Set menu 1 $30 3 course, Set menu 2 $35 3 course, Set menu 3 $40 3 course
Features	$6 corkage Per-bottle, BYO (Wine Only), Deliveries, Dress smart casual, Licensed, Private dining area, Street parking, Takeaway
Ambience	Formal, Relaxed, Romantic, Suitable for business, Traditional, Trendy
Food	Gluten Free, Jain, Peanut Free Option, Vegan Option, Vegetarian option
Styles	Cocktail, Formal, Presentation, Sit down
Suitable For	Birthday/Anniversary, Bucks / Hens night, Business lunch/dinner, Christmas party

Restaurant areas and private dining

Area name Capacity seated Capacity standing Entire Restaurant 92 100 Main Dining room 65 70 Private Function Room 28 30