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A Taste of Homestyle India, Reimagined for Melbourne
At 3 Idiots, every dish is cooked from the heart, drawing inspiration from our mums' cherished homestyle recipes. We meticulously craft contemporary Indian dishes with Melbourne in mind, thoughtfully pairing traditional Indian flavours with the finest local Australian elements. Each bite is a journey, a testament to culinary passion and a unique fusion of two vibrant cultures.
Served Tuesday - Sunday - 5 PM - 9 PM
Served Tuesday - Sunday, 5 PM - 9 PM
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Wafer Balloon Busters
"Idiots Signature Dish!"
"Paani Puri: The world's favourite Indian street food sensation!"
Fill each crunchy, hollow wafer with our flavorful, herb-infused
water. Pop them in one go for a delightful, explosive experience!
14.9
Vegan
Yoghurt Spheres
"Dahi Puri Another irresistible Indian chaat!"
Crispy hollow wafers filled with a delicious mix of potatoes, savory
yogurt, green chutney and tangy tamarind, all crowned with micro
sprouts for the perfect bite.
14.9
Papdi Chaat
"Papdi Chaat - Mumbai's perfect street cruncy snack!"
Crispy flat breads topped with chickpeas, tangy yogurt, & chutneys,
bringing the zing of Indian street food to a nachos - inspired twist!
17.9
Samosa Chaat
"Crispy, spicy, and totally bomb, just like Mumbai street vibes!"
Broken crispy samosas, layered with spiced chickpeas, tangy
tamarind, cool yogurt, and topped with crunchy sev.
18.9
Vegan Optional
Tandoori Murgh Tikka
Mumbai's smoky twist on Chicken Tikka - tender & full of flavor!
Tender chicken marinated in a rich blend of saffron, yogurt, and
aromatic spices, grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a fragrant,
smoky flavor with a touch of luxury. A true indulgence for the senses!
22.9
Gluten free
Papad Tokrii
"Crispy, crunchy, and bursting with flavors!"
An assortment of crispy poppadums served with beetroot espuma,
romesco, and tamarind-jaggery chutney.
9.9
Vegan
Gluten free
Koliwada Prawns
"King prawns, Kolambi style, crispy and bold!"
Juicy king prawns coated in a flavorful curry leaf "Podi" mix,
served with a zesty green chutney.
21.9
Gluten free
Dairy free
Fish Fry
"Coastal vibes in every crispy bite!" Delicacy from Mumbai's shores.
Spiced, battered boneless barramundi fillet fried to perfection,
served with coriander-mint chutney & a fresh squeeze of lemon.
23
Gluten free
Dairy free
Greenish Croquettes
Our playful take, green twist on a classic Hara Bhara Kebab.
Crispy croquettes filled with mashed potatoes, peas, spinach,
paneer & chili, served with beetroot mousse & tamarind chutney.
21.9
Gluten free
Thecha Paneer Tikka
Tandoor-grilled marinated paneer & capsicum infused with green chillies, garlic & coriander served with truffle labneh under a smoky cloche for extra flavour. Garnished with cashew nuts.
21.9
Gluten free
TFC
"Tandoori spice meets crispy goodness!" TANDOORI FRIED CHICKEN
Golden, juicy chicken tenders coated in tandoori spices, tossed in
house -made dukkah, & served with a refreshing mint chutney.
21.9
Gluten free
Idiot's Kulcha
"The world-famous Aloo Gobhi, done right! HEARTY &
SOUL SATISFYING"
Spiced cauliflower florets and potatoes
finished with peas & our homemade onion-tomato masala.
13.9
Vegetarian
Masala Fries
"Indian-spiced fries that pack a punch!"
Shoestring fries tossed in our homemade masala seasoning,
served with dehydrated pomegranate aïoli.
9.9
Gluten free
Dairy free
Indo Chinese Bhel
(Crispy noodle salad Idiots style)
Crunchy hakka noodles tossed with homemade slaw, Schezwan
chutney, fried cashews & manchurian balls
18.9
Vegan
Malai Soya Chaap
"Smooth, creamy, and tandoor to perfection!"
Tender soy chaap marinated &, charred to smoky goodness in
a creamy sauce
19.9
Lamb Seekh Kebab
"Succulent, spiced to perfection!"
Minced lamb blended with fragrant spices & herbs, shaped onto
skewers & grilled to golden perfection.
Served with a zesty chutney for an extra kick.
23.9
Gluten free
Handcrafted Classic Curries
Butter Chicken by Chef Pratt
"Skillfully handcrafted by Chef Ravinder Singh"
Charcoal-smoked tandoori chicken served in a rich, creamy tomato
& cashew nut gravy, finished with a generous dollop of butter.
27.9
Gluten free
Contains Nuts
Goan Seafood
"A flavourful twist of the coast, in every spoonful!"
Prawns, pipis, barramundi, and mussels simmered in a tangy
coconut sauce, tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves.
29.9
Gluten free
Dairy free
Malwani Goat
29.9
Gluten free
Dairy free
Narangi Duck
"A citrusy twist on the classic Duck à l'orange!"
Three-hour confit duck Maryland finished in a robust tomato
and orange gravy, enhanced with green chilies and curry leaves
for a zesty, rich flavor
26.9
Dairy free
Gluten free
Lamb Shank Rogan Josh
"A classic Kashmiri curry, slow-cooked to perfection delicately spiced!"
Eight-hour braised lamb shank in aromatic spices, Kashmiri
chilies & yogurt cooked in ghee.
34.9
Gluten free
Lal Maas Beef
29.9
Gluten free
Dairy free
Manglorean Ghassi Lamb
29.9
Saag Chicken
27.9
Vegetarian Classic Curries
Subz Korma
A veggie feast in every bite!"
A mélange of seasonal vegetables cooked with chosen spices in a tomato, cashew nut, and Kashmiri chilli gravy.
24.9
Vegan
Dairy free
Gluten free
Contains Nuts
Lasooni Palak Paneer
"Garlicky, creamy goodness in every bite!"
Silky pureed spinach combined with soft cottage cheese in a rich garlic cream sauce, lightly spiced to perfection.
24.9
Gluten free
Paneer Do Pyaaza
"A vegetarian favorite, full of flavor!"
Soft cottage cheese cooked in our chef's signature gravy with onions, capsicum, dried fenugreek, & butter for a savory delight.
24.9
Gluten free
Bhindi Masala
"A home-cooked classic, spiced just right!"
Diced okra sautéed with a rustic onion-tomato masala, tangy dry mango powder & green chilies for a comforting, flavorful dish.
23.9
Vegan
Gluten free
Dairy free
Spuds & Cauli
"The world-famous Aloo Gobhi, done right! HEARTY & SOUL SATISFYING" Spiced cauliflower florets and potatoes finished with peas & our homemade onion-tomato masala.
23.9
Vegan
Gluten free
Baingan Bharta
"Smoky, tender, and bursting with flavor!"
Tandoor-charred eggplant mashed & mixed with onions and tomatoes, finished with homemade masala
23.9
Vegan
Gluten free
Pumpkin, Chickpeas & Coconut
"A creative twist on flavors, from pumpkin to perfection!" Pumpkin & chickpeas simmered in a mildly spiced coconut-curry leaf
sauce
22.9
Gluten free
Vegan
Paneer Butter Masala
24.9
Classic Homestyle Lentils
Dal Makhani
"A North Indian classic, dhungar smoked to perfection!" Braised black lentils smoked with dhungar, finished with desi ghee, cream & Chef Pratt's signature homemade masala. Comfort in a bowl
20.9
Gluten free
Dal Tadka
"A household favorite, simple yet packed with flavor!" A comforting mix of yellow lentils pressure-cooked & tempered with curry leaves, garlic, green chilies, & fresh herbs.
20.9
Vegan
Gluten free
Dairy free
Chole Masala
"Rustic Punjabi delight, served with spice & tang!"
Tangy chickpeas cooked in 3Idiots' signature garam masala. A classic Punjabi specialty that’s sure to hit the spot.
20.9
Vegan
Gluten free
Dairy free
Freshly baked Tandoori Breads
Gourmet
Basil pesto garlic naan
A$8.9
Basil pesto cheese naan
A$9.9
Kashmiri naan
A$9.9
Contains Nuts
Wholemeal
Plain roti Vegan
A$4.5
Butter roti
A$5.0
Coconut roti Vegan
A$5.0
Garlic coconut roti Vegan
A$6.0
Garlic butter roti
A$6.0
Laccha paratha
A$7.0
Masala laccha
A$8.0
Stuffed
Cheesy naan
A$7.0
Cheesy chilli naan
A$7.5
Cheesy garlic naan
A$7.5
Cheesy garlic chilli naan
A$8.0
Classics
Plain naan
A$5.0
Butter naan
A$5.5
Garlic naan
A$6.0
Chilli naan
A$6.0
Garlic Chilli naan
A$7.0
Sides
Fragrant Aged Basmati Rice
Steamed Small (Serves 1 )
A$4.0
Steamed Regular (Serves 2 )
A$7.0
Jeera Rice - Cumin & green peas basmati
A$8.0
Coconut Rice
A$8.0
Raita & Salad
(Serves 1)Boondi Raita
A$6.9
Cucumber & Carrot Raita
A$6.9
Onion Salad
A$6.9
Extras
Chutneys
A$2
Truffle Labneh
A$3.5
Green Chilli
A$2
Pani Puri Water
A$3.5
Desserts
Saffron Pannacotta
"A Melbourne favourite, with a Mumbai twist!"
Creamy saffron and cardamom-infused jelly, topped with coconut & almond crumble & finished with vibrant mango pearls.
12.9
Contains Nuts
Gluten free
3Idiots Sizzzling Brownie
"Mumbai's sizzling magic, straight to your plate!"
Warm, homemade chocolate brownie served on a hot skillet with vanilla ice cream & drizzled with Belgian dark chocolate sauce
13.9
Kulfi
"The quintessential Indian ice cream, made the authentic way!"
Un-churned, creamy ice cream infused with saffron, almond & pistachios, garnished with a sprinkle of coconut crumble.
10.9
Gluten free
Contains Nuts
Cassata (Indian Semifreddo)
"A frozen delight with an Indian twist!"
A semi-frozen dessert with layers of spongy cake, colorful ice cream & a topping of nuts and dried fruits
10.9
Gajrela
"Warm, rich, and utterly satisfying!"
Slow-cooked grated carrots in milk, infused with cardamom, topped with crunchy nuts for a comforting dessert.
10.9
Gluten free
Contains Nuts
Vegan Optional
Gulab Jamun with Vanilla Ice Cream
"Traditional Indian sweets, upgraded to perfection!"
Aromatic milk doughnuts soaked in fragrant sugar syrup, paired with vanilla ice cream. A melt-in-your-mouth experience.
10.9
Kalakhand
"Indulgence in every bite!"
Soft, freshly made milk fudge, served warm with a touch of cardamom and pistachios
10.9
Gluten free
Contains Nuts
Cocktails
"COCKTAILS! because no great story starts with water"
Kacchi Kairi (The Green Mango)
(Raw mango syrup, Tanqueray, Lemonade, Chatpata salt)
19.5
Laal Bati Hari Bati (Red Light Green Light)
(Jose Cuervo Tequila, Midori, Lemonade, Marschiano Cherry)
19.5
Pyaar wali Lassi (Spiked Lassi)
(Mango lassi, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Mango Pearls)
19.5
Gulabo (Ms.Rose)
(Rose infused Vodka, Prosecco]
19.5
Mumbai Mule (ode to Moscow Mule)
(Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Lime and Ginger Ale)
19.5
"Litchi"(Lychee Delight)
(Absolut Vodka, Lychee Liqueur, Lychees, Mint, Lime)
19.5
Konkani Kokum Soda (Mangosteen Soda)
(Mangosteen syrup, Soda, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Tangy Spice)
19.5
Short Island Ice Tea - Idiots Special (NOT FOR FAINT HEARTED)
(Vodka, Gin, Tequila, Rum, triple sec - seriously the best)
23.5
Bandra Sour
(Absolut Vodka, Hibiscus & Ginger syrup)
19.5
Shake Shake Kaapi Martini
(Coffee, Absolut Vodka, Khalua)
21.5
Narangi
Jameson, Orange liqueur, Orange Bitters, Ginger Ale
19.5
Beer
"Beauty is in the eye of the BEER holder"
IPA
(Ask server]
12
Pale ale
(Ask server)
12
Pale Ale / Pacific Pale Ale
(Ask server)
12
Kingfisher
(Lager)
11
Non-Alcoholic Beer
(Ask server]
12
Lager
(Ask server)
12
Cider
"Always look on the bright CIDER life"
Monteith's Crushed Apple Cider
(New Zealand)
12
Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime
(Sweden)
12
Wines
"WINE, because it's not good to keep things bottled up"
Balgownie Black Label Pinot Noir
(Yarra Valley, VIC)
13
Riversdale Estate 'Scorpio' Pinot Noir
(Tasmania)
60
Longhop Merlot
(Barossa Valley,SA)Glass
A$11
Bottle
A$52
Paul Conti Cabernet Sauvignon
(Margaret River, WA)-
A$11
3 Dark Horses Grenache
(McLaren Vale, SA)
55
Maxwell Silver Hammer Shiraz
(McLaren Vale, SA)Glass
A$14
Bottle
A$60
ATR Chockstone Shiraz
(Grampian, VIC)
58
Hare & Tortoise Pinot Gris
(King Valley, VIC)-
A$12
Starborough Sons Sauvignon Blanc
(Marlborough, NZ)Glass
A$12
Bottle
A$56
Castle Rock Riesling
(Porongurup WA]Glass
A$13
Bottle
A$58
Fontavera Pinot Grigio Organic
(Veneto, Italy)-
A$13
Run Free Chardonnay
(Great Southern, WA)Glass
A$14
Bottle
A$60
ROSÉ & MOSCATO
Hahndorf Hills Rosé
(Adelaide Hills, SA)Glass
A$14
Bottle
A$56
Underground"Violets" Moscato
(Mornington Penninsular, VIC)
45
SPARKLING
Zonzo Estate Prosecco Di Aria
(Yarra Valley, Victoria)Glass
A$11
Bottle
A$56
Spirits
"The bartender is my SPIRIT guide"
The Macallan Double Cask
(Scotland)12 years
A$22
Rampur ASAVA
(India)
20
Indri
(India)
18
Rampur Double Cask
(India)
18
Glenfiddich
(Scotland)12 years
A$16
Glenlivet
(Scotland)10 years
A$14
The Singleton
(Scotland)12 years
A$12
Johnnie Walker Gold Label
(Scotland)
12
Johnnie Walker Double Label
(Scotland)
11
Monkey Shoulder
(Scotland)
11
Chivas Regal
(Scotland)
12
Johnnie Walker Black Label
(Scotland)
10
Makers Mark
(USA)
10
Jack Daniels
(USA)
10
Jameson
(Ireland)
10
Belvedere
(Poland)
12
Haku
(Japan)
12
Absolut
(Sweden)
10
Roku "Suntory" Gin
(Japan)
13
Four Pillars
(Yarra Valley, Australia)
12
Bombay Sapphire
(UK)
11
Tanqueray
(UK)
10
Old Monk (Indian Spiced Rum)
(India)
12
Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum
12
Kraken Spiced Rum
(USA)
12
Bacardi
(Cuba)
10
Non-Alcoholic
Sanpellegrino Sparkling Water
750ml
A$10
Coke / Coke NO Sugar / Sprite / Lemonade
5
Ginger Beer
5
Lemon Lime Bitters
8
Dry Ginger Ale / Tonic Water / Soda Water
5
Indian Inspired Beverages
Thums Up
(Indian Cola)
5
Limca
(Indian Lemonade)
5
Mango Lassi
(Takeaway 200ml)
9
Masala Chai
5
Indian Filter Coffee
by KAAPI PROJECT
5
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