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Babajis Kerala Kitchen Yarra Valley

Babajis Kerala Kitchen Yarra Valley Babajis Kerala Kitchen Warburton is an award-winning, laid back South Indian restaurant located on Warburton Highway, offering open fires and beautiful river views. They serve a variety of dishes including butter chicken, Kerala beef, samosa chaat, malabar potato & pea, chickpea daal, and traditional Kerala specialties such as Sadya, Pachadi, Olan, Avial, Sambar, Rasam, Thoran, Matta, and Payasam. The restaurant is open from 12-9pm and walk-ins are welcome during the day. Takeaway options are also available for those who prefer to enjoy their meal at home. With a cozy atmosphere and delicious food options, Babajis Kerala Kitchen Warburton is the perfect spot for South Indian cuisine lovers in the Yarra Valley.

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Awww Helmi we were so honoured to have you celebrate your 103rd birthday with us at Babajis yesterday!Without a doubt, y...
26/06/2026

Awww Helmi we were so honoured to have you celebrate your 103rd birthday with us at Babajis yesterday!

Without a doubt, you are the wisest to have walked through our doors…. what you must have seen through the decades … and to hear you have a little soft spot for South India having spent so much time there in a Kerala past. 🫶

We’re inspired…
… and feel very honoured to have had the opportunity to cook for you.

Happy 103 years around this globe Helmi.

X Chef Jithin, Billy & the whole Babajis team.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY UPDATE
👋 We are now open all 7 DAYS in the school holidays, lunch & dinner.

🐟 Pollichattu fish cart runs on Sunday lunch, 12pm till sold out. Bookings strongly recommended.

What do YOU think? Do we overshare? 🤔 Are we too transparent? 🤔 Is that ‘bad’ for business?🤔 Is it gold for our competit...
23/06/2026

What do YOU think? Do we overshare?
🤔 Are we too transparent?
🤔 Is that ‘bad’ for business?
🤔 Is it gold for our competition?

Our new catering menus just dropped and we’re doing things a but differently with our pricing. Why? So that EVERYONE can enjoy Babajis catering. Prices start from $2p.p (Food $ first. Service & delivery $ - if needed - second).

Check it out here - https://www.babajiskitchen.com.au/event-catering-kerala-south-indian-cuisine/south-indian-kerala-wedding-catering.html

Planning an event? Fill out the form with the deets or DM us here.

x Babajis

20/06/2026

Rainy days are for stopping in at the Warburton Arts Centre to check out Singh's exhibition followed by a cosy chai by the fire at Babajis Kerala Kitchen Yarra Valley after.

🖌️ Toshi’s exhibition is on at the Warburton Arts Centre until 16 August.

🖌️ It’s free to visit!

🖌️ She’s also having a a mukhauta (mask) making workshop on Fri 14 August at 6pm. Ticketed event - check the link in her bio for more info.

📍Warburton Arts Centre - 3409 Warburton Hwy, Warburton. 🥾 10 min walk down the river to Babajis.

Things have changed around here…we’ve lots to tell you! But first - we’ve increased our take away menu for winter. And ...
18/06/2026

Things have changed around here…we’ve lots to tell you! But first - we’ve increased our take away menu for winter.

And YES! You can now have a dosa take away.
(And idli, and pani puri, and papi chaat, and … a few other things lost deep in my head)

That’ll be ALL dosa - masala, chicken, beef, lamb!

And tonight - we’re slinging them HALF PRICE!
Take away only.
Babajis Warburton only.
From 4pm only.

To order - https://www.meandu.app/babajis-warbuton/pickup

‘Egg sandwiches?… Not on our watch!’But Kerala prawn fry, mini chicken tikka skewers, onion and babajis samosas?? YES pl...
10/06/2026

‘Egg sandwiches?… Not on our watch!’
But Kerala prawn fry, mini chicken tikka skewers, onion and babajis samosas?? YES please!’

… when you need a little bit of catering for an office meeting, in this case to just feed 12 staff … we’ve got you!

Canape catering from as little as $2 p.p! With pick up or delivery options available across the Yarra Valley , Dandenong Ranges & Melbourne.

Perfect for office meetings and small gatherings.

Non spice options available.

💰⬇️ This menu:
Onion bhaji $4
Samosas $3.5
Mini chicken skewer $6
Kerala coconut prawn fry $7
Optional delivery to Yarra Junction $25

Six weeks ago … Chef Shyamal, was just 24 hrs away from heading home to Sri Lanka for a month.I posted about it here … t...
31/05/2026

Six weeks ago … Chef Shyamal, was just 24 hrs away from heading home to Sri Lanka for a month.

I posted about it here … then got the phone call from Chef Jithin:…

🧑‍🍳 ‘You don’t know do you?’

‘WHAT don’t I know?!?!?!’

🧑‍🍳 ‘Shyamal’s had a crash … he’s been taken to the Alfred Trauma Unit’!!!
(When Shyamal’s gets enthusiastic about something, this time the new - he’s all in!).

Silence (unusual for me)

Turns out, he’d got himself:

💥 9 fractured ribs
💥 Fractured shoulder blade
💥 Lung damage

He wasn’t getting on a plane. 🤯

6 weeks on, it was great to have him back yesterday… still on the mend, starting with just for a few shifts a week.

We’ve lots of folk we’d like to thank - for getting him off the tracks - into hospital … and now helping him get back to normal (if such a thing exists for Shyamal).

Thank you to our mate Matt (relieved you were up there with him), the Mountain Bike track team, the SES Upper Yarra Unit for rescuing him, the Birrarung Swimmers for being so caring and regularly checking in on him and local Exercise Physiologist, Rachel from for getting him back to full strength.

This time, we’re all lucky.

Thank you community for having Shyamal (& Babaji’s back).

(Shyamal’s story shared with his permission.)

We’re open today for lunch & dinner.

Public holiday weekend ahead - please try to book for the weekend - (smaller menu from us) - Pollichathu Sunday still on

It’s Saturday … and that means our Kerala biryani’s cooking.! We know you’re sad when you visit us during the week and t...
29/05/2026

It’s Saturday … and that means our Kerala biryani’s cooking.!
We know you’re sad when you visit us during the week and the biryani pot is empty. 🥺

WHY do we do that?
Because we cook our biryani traditionally - low and slow - and not ‘on the spot, to order’ … as many Indian restaurants do.
That’s not biryani - it’s ‘flavoured rice’. 😣

And being in a regional tourist town, we can be very unpredictable. Busy for no reason… and mysteriously quiet when we ‘should’ be busy.

So - decision made - biryani available JUST on Saturday and Sunday and when it’s gone - It’s gone.

If it hasn’t sold out on Sunday night - head to our online take away, you’ll see it there - it’ll be going cheap. Just $20.

We’re not looking so busy today. Who truly knows? Walk ins should be fine. Bookings always help us.

🐟🦐 TOMORROW - Pollichathu Sunday. From 12.30 until sold out.

Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen Yarra Valley
South Indian restaurant
📍 3305 Warburton Highway, Warburton, Yarra Valley.
📞 03 7032 6337

⏰ Lunch & dinner, Mon, Thurs-Sun.
Open all 7 days in school holidays.
🌴 About us - https://tinyurl.com/3sffe7t7

🚌 Catch the 683 from Lilydale train station (FREE!). Bus stop outside Babajis.
🚗 50 minutes from Ringwood
🚗 60 minutes from Glen Waverley
🚗 75 minutes from Cranbourne
🚗 90 minutes from Melbourne CBD
🅿️ Beside restaurant or park at RSL carpark.

Address

3305 Warburton Highway
Warburton, VIC
3799

To reach Warburton Highway in Warburton, you have the following options:

Public Transport:
1. By Train: Take a train to Lilydale Station. From there, catch the 683 bus towards Warburton and get off at the closest stop to Warburton Highway.

Driving/Parking:
1. From Melbourne CBD: Take the Eastern Freeway (M3) towards Ringwood. Continue onto Maroondah Highway (B360) and follow signs for Warburton. Once you reach Warburton, you will find Warburton Highway.

2. Parking: There are various parking options available along Warburton Highway, including street parking and public parking lots.

Please note that these directions are for reaching Warburton Highway in Warburton and not specifically for Babajis Kerala Kitchen.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 12pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

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Babajis Kerala Kitchen Warburton is an award-winning South Indian restaurant located on Warburton Highway in the picturesque town of Warburton, Yarra Valley. This laid-back eatery offers a unique dining experience with its open fires and stunning river views.

One of the standout features of South Indian cuisine is its rich and diverse flavors, and Babajis Kerala Kitchen does not disappoint in this regard. The menu boasts a wide range of authentic dishes that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Kerala.

The restaurant's commitment to quality is evident in their use of fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. Whether you're craving the classic butter chicken or want to explore lesser-known delicacies like Sadya, Pachadi, Olan, Avial, Sambar, Rasam, Thoran, Matta, or Payasam, Babajis Kerala Kitchen has got you covered.

Not only does Babajis Kerala Kitchen excel in delivering mouthwatering dishes, but they also provide a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The open fires create a warm ambiance that is perfect for enjoying a meal with friends and family. And if the weather doesn't cooperate, there's plenty of comfortable seating inside where you can still enjoy the delicious food.

While it's always recommended to make a reservation at Babajis Kerala Kitchen to secure your spot, walk-ins during daytime hours are usually accommodated without any hassle. The friendly staff ensures that every customer feels welcome and well taken care of.

For those who prefer to enjoy their meal at home or on-the-go, Babajis Kerala Kitchen offers limited takeaway options. Simply visit their festival kitchen outside and discover what delectable dishes they have available for takeout. From butter chicken to Kerala beef, samosa chaat to malabar potato & pea curry, and chickpea daal – there's something for everyone's taste buds. Just remember to bring cash as online ordering and eftpos may not be available.

Babajis Kerala Kitchen Warburton is truly a gem in the heart of Warburton. With its award-winning cuisine, laid-back atmosphere, and stunning views, it's no wonder that locals and visitors alike are falling in love with this South Indian restaurant. So whether you're looking for a memorable dining experience or a delicious takeaway meal, make sure to pay a visit to Babajis Kerala Kitchen.

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