Superb Indian Dining at Gaylord Indian Restaurant
Is Gaylord Indian Restaurant and the iconic Grand Hotel in Spencer St the best Indian restaurant in Melbourne? Gaylord’s relocation (after 35 years in the inner CBD) several years ago to the Grand Hotel on Spencer St heralded a new era for Melbourne’s Indian cuisine scene, and after multiple visits, it’s safe to say they’ve claimed the crown.
Raj Singh and Dharminder Singh’s (DJ) authenticity, exceptional service, consistency (open 365 days a year) and passion continues to captivate, drawing in Indian tourists and devout foodies alike. 
With a menu that traverses the diverse landscapes of India (DJ is in charge of food) and a premium wine and beverage selection that harmonizes flawlessly (Raj is in charge of drinks), Gaylord stands out. 
Each dish, artistically plated and meticulously crafted from scratch with bespoke sauces and recipes, promises an authentic and unforgettable culinary voyage. 
Forthcoming additions to the menu we experienced are poised to elevate the sensory offering even further (coming on board around April 24)-
✨Tamarind Margarita cocktail
✨Pink Martini cocktail
✨Manchurian Veg (great spicy opener of crisp fried veggie balls and Manchurian sauce)
✨Nawabi Chicken Boti (mouth watering chicken and exceptional rich creamy cheesy Nawabi sauce)
✨Prawns Achari w green mango sauce (large Tiger Prawns marinated and cooked in a traditional clay oven with mango sauce)
✨Oats Tikki (delicious oats patties with ginger and coriander)
✨Paneer Tikka Sofiyan (grilled cottage cheese and fennel marinated in yoghurt, fenugreek)
✨Dum Ka Murgh (mouth watering slow cooked chicken curry from Hyderabad)
✨Goat Nihari (extraordinary depth of flavour baby goat curry on the bone, velvety sauce, dish of the Mughal regime)
✨Palak Kofta (spinach and Apple dumplings cooked in a tomato and cashew nut gravy)
✨Naan
✨Mascarpone Jamun (richness of mascarpone with sweet milk donuts)
✨Weathercraft Beechworth Shiraz 2019
✨Indri Single Malt Whisky
Gaylord isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of India’s culinary tapestry, presented with unwavering dedication and sophistication.