Is Eastern Spice the best Indian restaurant in Geelong?

Eastern Spice has been voted No.1 in the Geelong Foodie Poll and holds the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 10 consecutive years — the most sustained recognition of any Indian restaurant in Geelong. It is also the only Indian restaurant in Geelong with waterfront views across Corio Bay at Eastern Beach.

Is Eastern Spice halal?

Yes. Eastern Spice is halal certified. All meat is sourced from a certified halal supplier — this applies to every meat dish on the menu including all curries, tandoori dishes and biryanis.

Is Eastern Spice BYO?

Yes. Eastern Spice is BYO wine every night with a corkage fee of $5 per person. Beer and spirits are not included in the BYO policy.

Does Eastern Spice have vegetarian options?

Yes. Eastern Spice has an extensive vegetarian menu including paneer tikka masala, dal makhani, chana masala, aloo gobi, vegetable biryani and more. Vegan-friendly dishes are also available — ask staff on the night.

Is Eastern Spice on the Geelong waterfront?

Yes. Eastern Spice is located at 1 Bellerine Street at Eastern Beach on the Geelong waterfront, with views across Corio Bay. It is the only Indian restaurant in Geelong with direct waterfront views.

How do I book a table at Eastern Spice?

Book online at easternspice.com.au/reserve-your-table or call (03) 5221 9544. Walk-ins are welcome but bookings are strongly recommended on Friday and Saturday nights.

Does Eastern Spice offer Indian catering in Geelong?

Yes. Eastern Spice provides Indian catering across Greater Geelong for weddings, corporate events and private celebrations. Packages start from $29 per person for groups of 25 or more. Contact via WhatsApp on 0430 458 703.

What time does Eastern Spice open?

Eastern Spice is open Monday and Wednesday to Sunday from 5pm to 9:30pm. The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.

Who is the chef at Eastern Spice Geelong?

Chef Manpreet Sekhon — known as the Curry Queen — is the founder and head chef of Eastern Spice. Trained at Park Plaza Hotel Punjab. Recognised by celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor and the late Jiggs Kalra, the Czar of Indian Cuisine. Eastern Spice is the original home of the Curry Queen — she also runs Masti on Brunswick Street Fitzroy and Elchi at 72 Flinders Street Melbourne CBD.

Is Eastern Spice related to Elchi Melbourne and Masti Fitzroy?

Yes. Eastern Spice, Masti and Elchi are all restaurants by Chef Manpreet Sekhon — the Curry Queen. Eastern Spice in Geelong is where the Curry Queen's story began. Masti is her casual Indian restaurant on Brunswick Street Fitzroy. Elchi at 72 Flinders Street Melbourne CBD is her fine dining expression — with thirteen Melbourne press features and private dining for 50 guests exclusively.

Best Indian Restaurant Near GMHBA Stadium (Kardinia Park) in Geelong

13 May

Written By Manpreet Sekhon

Whether you're heading to a footy match, a concert, or a major event at GMHBA Stadium, dinner before or after the game is part of the day out. Geelong has no shortage of options, but if you want something genuinely memorable — not just a quick feed — Eastern Spice is the Indian restaurant near Kardinia Park that locals and visitors keep coming back to.

Getting from GMHBA Stadium to Eastern Spice

Eastern Spice is located at 1 Bellerine Street, Eastern Beach, Geelong. From GMHBA Stadium on Moorabool Street, it's a straightforward drive or rideshare into the Eastern Beach precinct — roughly 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic after a big event. The waterfront location makes it a natural choice for a relaxed sit-down dinner after the final siren.

For pre-game dining, heading to Eastern Spice first and then making your way to the stadium gives you a proper meal and a great start to the evening without the rush.

Geelong's Most Awarded Indian Restaurant

Eastern Spice isn't just the closest quality Indian restaurant to GMHBA Stadium. It's Geelong's most awarded Indian restaurant, full stop. The restaurant has been voted No.1 in the Geelong Foodie Poll, holds 10 consecutive TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence, and has won the Australian Good Food & Travel Guide Readers' Choice Award.

Every dish is made personally by head chef Manpreet Sekhon — the Curry Queen — who trained at a five-star hotel kitchen in Punjab and brings that same level of precision and care to every service. The menu spans authentic North Indian cuisine: butter chicken, lamb rogan josh, chicken biryani, tandoori platters, dal makhani, paneer tikka, and much more.

Great for Groups After the Game

Post-match dinners often mean groups. Eastern Spice handles group bookings well, with a menu that caters to a range of preferences — including meat-eaters, vegetarians, and those with dietary requirements. The waterfront setting adds a proper sense of occasion to what might otherwise be just another dinner.

All meat is sourced from a certified halal supplier. The BYO wine policy at $5 corkage per person is a bonus for groups looking to keep the evening relaxed and affordable.

Booking Ahead Is Smart on Event Nights

On nights when GMHBA Stadium has a big draw, Geelong restaurants fill up quickly. Booking your table at Eastern Spice in advance ensures you won't miss out. The restaurant is open Monday and Wednesday to Sunday from 5pm to 9:30pm, closed Tuesdays.

Reserve online or call (03) 5221 9544. For a great Indian restaurant near GMHBA Stadium in Geelong, Eastern Spice is the booking worth making.

Manpreet Sekhon

Manpreet Sekhon is the award-winning chef and founder of Masti Indian Restaurant in Fitzroy, Melbourne. Known as the Curry Queen, Manpreet trained in five-star hotels across Punjab, India, where her cooking was recognised by two of India's most celebrated culinary figures — Sanjeev Kapoor and the late Jiggs Kalra, widely regarded as the Czar of Indian Cuisine. She founded Eastern Spice in Geelong — one of regional Victoria's most acclaimed Indian restaurants — before bringing her cooking to Melbourne with Masti on Brunswick Street, Fitzroy in 2020, and Elchi in Melbourne's CBD. Her menus honour her late mother's fearless, instinctive cooking — traditional, bold, and made entirely from scratch.

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