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Zafeera's Fine Malaysian Indian Cuisine

Zafeera's Fine Malaysian Indian Cuisine Zafeera's Fine Malaysian Indian Cuisine is a restaurant located on Nicholson Street that serves authentic and simple home-cooked Malaysian Indian food, also known as "mama" cuisine. Their menu features a unique blend of flavors from both Malaysian and Indian cuisine. From traditional South Indian style eggplant to Chinese style broccoli stir-fried with mushrooms, all dishes are prepared in their own unique way, and both are equally family favorites. Zafeera's also offers an Authentic Banana Leaf Lunch that can be enjoyed by making a reservation beforehand. With the use of whole pounded spices instead of ground spices, Zafeera's promises to serve dishes made with only the best ingredients, emphasizing their commitment to quality food.

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My son decided to take an aerial shot 🤣 of me cooking a simple lunch with Sodhi (South Indian mulligatawny soup with coc...
18/11/2023

My son decided to take an aerial shot 🤣 of me cooking a simple lunch with Sodhi (South Indian mulligatawny soup with coconut milk) & rice….wonder what the verdict will be

This pic is long overdue….. mum’s traditional mutton Kurma cooked in a very specially gifted pot…. Family verdict 👍 😋 I ...
04/11/2023

This pic is long overdue….. mum’s traditional mutton Kurma cooked in a very specially gifted pot….
Family verdict 👍 😋
I tell myself that I should be uploading more of my cooking pics….but you know how it is…..when you cook for your loved ones, you want to make sure everything is perfect & forget about taking pics 🤷‍♀️
I personally cook without tasting, not even for salt!! My kids & hubby help me with that but rather willingly ☺️

We are humbled by this recognition 💚Thank you all for the continued support 🙏🏽 Less than 5 years & we’re in the top 11 I...
15/08/2023

We are humbled by this recognition 💚
Thank you all for the continued support 🙏🏽
Less than 5 years & we’re in the top 11 Indian restaurants in Melbourne 🎉

Soft dabelis, thick curries and crisp dosas await you at Melbourne's top spots for Subcontinental fare.

It certainly has been a while since anything was posted….so here goes - Ma’s simple Mutton Briyani & traditional Mutton ...
06/08/2023

It certainly has been a while since anything was posted….so here goes - Ma’s simple Mutton Briyani & traditional Mutton curry with potatoes Family verdict 👍

Traditional lunch with ‘Ayam Masak Merah’, Beef Rendang, sinfully fried bitter gourd & coconut rice…. Jom Makan! Let’s e...
06/05/2023

Traditional lunch with ‘Ayam Masak Merah’, Beef Rendang, sinfully fried bitter gourd & coconut rice…. Jom Makan! Let’s eat 💚

We wish everyone celebrating a peaceful & blessed Eid Mubarak 💚 We look forward to spending this special occasion with o...
21/04/2023

We wish everyone celebrating a peaceful & blessed Eid Mubarak 💚 We look forward to spending this special occasion with our loved ones - near & far. We are closed on April 22nd to observe Eid & shall resume business on April 23rd at 6pm. See you soon!

Ma ♥️ says cooking is a journey…. there’s so much to learn & mess up & keep messing up…. My journey started 25 years ago...
14/04/2023

Ma ♥️ says cooking is a journey…. there’s so much to learn & mess up & keep messing up…. My journey started 25 years ago & it feels like it’s just begun 💚. Tried to do something out of whack like this oven baked eggplant (home grown). Family verdict 😋

Ma always says cooking is about improvising & just going with the flow… 25 years (not daily!!!) of cooking feels like my...
14/04/2023

Ma always says cooking is about improvising & just going with the flow… 25 years (not daily!!!) of cooking feels like my journey has just begun💚……

Does look way better that this shot & tastes good too 💚
02/04/2023

Does look way better that this shot & tastes good too 💚

Self explanatory 😊
02/04/2023

Self explanatory 😊

Typical South Indian style Eggplant sautéed with onions, curry leaves, ginger, garlic & some magical spices 💚 AND Chines...
01/04/2023

Typical South Indian style Eggplant sautéed with onions, curry leaves, ginger, garlic & some magical spices 💚 AND Chinese style Broccoli stir fried with mushrooms with no spices at all! Both dishes prepared in their own unique way, both equally family favourites 💚

Address

796 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy North, 3068
Carlton North, VIC
3054

To get to Nicholson Street in Melbourne, you can take the tram from the CBD towards Brunswick, and get off at the intersection of Nicholson Street and Blyth Street. Alternatively, you can drive along Nicholson Street and there is limited street parking available. Please note that parking restrictions may apply during peak hours.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 10:30pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 10:30pm
Thursday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 10:30pm
Friday 5pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 10:30pm
Sunday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 10:30pm

Telephone

+61393802737

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Malaysian cuisine is known for its unique blend of flavors and spices, making it a popular choice among food enthusiasts. Zafeera's Fine Malaysian Indian Cuisine on Nicholson Street in Melbourne is one such restaurant that offers authentic and simple home-style cooked Malaysian Indian food. The restaurant is affectionately known as 'mama' and serves a variety of dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

One of the standout dishes at Zafeera's is the Ayam Masak Merah, which is a traditional lunch dish made with chicken cooked in a spicy tomato sauce. Another must-try dish is the Beef Rendang, which is slow-cooked beef in coconut milk and spices. The sinfully fried bitter gourd and coconut rice are also highly recommended.

Zafeera's Fine Malaysian Indian Cuisine prides itself on using fresh ingredients and cooking everything from scratch. The restaurant has been serving customers for over 25 years, and their passion for cooking shows in every dish they serve.

Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, Zafeera's Fine Malaysian Indian Cuisine has something for everyone. So why not head down to Nicholson Street and experience the delicious flavors of Malaysia at this fantastic restaurant?

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