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?

All meat at Eastern Spice is sourced from a halal-certified supplier (the restaurant itself is not halal-certified) — 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.

Catering in Geelong: How to Choose a Caterer for Your Party, Office or Wedding

5 Oct

Written By Manpreet Sekhon

Whether it's a backyard birthday, an office lunch or a wedding for 200, catering in Geelong comes down to the same questions: how many people, what they eat, what it costs, and how much help you need on the day. Here's a practical guide, with our own prices so you can budget.

1. Start with guest numbers and the style of service

For 25 or more guests, a per-person buffet package is usually simplest. For smaller groups, or if you're serving it yourself, bulk trays by the kilo are better value.

2. Budget per person

Curry Queen Catering Co. packages (all include rice, naan, raita and salad):

25+ guests: $29pp (2 starters, 2 mains) or $34pp (3 starters, 3 mains)
35+ guests: $37pp (4 starters, 3 mains), $40pp (4 starters, 4 mains) or $45pp (5 starters, 4 mains, 1 dessert)
Platinum, 40+ guests: $49pp (5 starters, 5 mains, 1 dessert)

Add a dessert from $2.50pp, or an extra starter or main for $3pp.

3. Ask about every diet

A good caterer should cover vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and religious requirements without fuss. Indian food makes this easy: we use halal-certified meat, and many of our curries are naturally vegan or gluten-free.

4. Decide how much help you need

Buffet station setup is available, a service staff member costs $299 for five hours, and disposable cutlery and drinks are $5.99 per person.

5. Consider bulk trays for home parties

Our bulk menu comes in 2kg, 4kg and 5kg trays: butter chicken, dal makhni, biryani, paneer, tandoori starters, chaat and desserts. It's perfect for birthdays, Diwali, Eid and footy finals at home.

6. Book early for busy seasons

Christmas parties, wedding season and festival dates fill quickly. Send us your date as soon as you know it.

Get a catering quote in Geelong

See our catering packages and our wedding catering guide, then message us on WhatsApp on 0430 458 703, call (03) 5221 9544, or email easternspiceau@gmail.com with your date, guest numbers and venue.

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.