Clayton Chettinad Restaurant

Best chicken Manchurian I have ever had in Melbourne. The spice level was perfect with my whiskey. It was really flavoursome and finger licking. Definitely coming back for more.

Hi,
I used to come once in 2 weeks for the buffet on Sunday. This is my 4th time coming to the restaurant for buffet. My first and second experience was extremely good. The food was delicious specially the Mutton Biryani and the Paya. However, my last 2 experience was miserable. The mutton was not cooked properly, the paya was not cleaned thoroughly. Had mutton leg hair and had a bad stench. I felt that was one bad day. So I didn’t inform them. Today visited for buffet. First there was no mutton biryani. They had chicken instead. That’s ok, but the biryani was flavorless and the extremely spicy. The paya had the same previous issue. Had the goat leg hair and also was unbearable spicy. The chicken 65 was extremely salty. I’m not sure it was for me or anyone felt the same on this 2 occasions. Overall, I’m done with the buffet. May be they also have on and off days Please try to look into this and rectify.

The chicken biryani was fragrant with perfectly cooked basmati rice. The spices were balanced, and the portion size was generous. A great choice for a hearty Indian meal.

Authentic South Indian food. Loved the Non Veg Thaali, perfect home style cooking and delicious meal. Plenty of options in the menu including vegetarian.

Oh yum!
Goat biryani and Masala Dosa were delicious! You guys are my go to Indian. Fast quick service. Generous servings and tasty all round. Don't stop or change what you're doing. 🤤

Used to be a good place to eat! Now they just feed you with spiced carb to fill you up. Less meat in Goat Biriyani, only a slice of egg instead of a full egg. It's not worth the price.

Absolutely awesome South Indian cuisine with authentic flavours. Chicken 65 and Goat Biryani are must try and kids will definitely love the Kothu Paratta.

Firstly background to me going to this restaurant. I have been eyeing this restaurant when I came across this place via Google as they server lamb trotters (Aatukaal paya) and Brain masala with authentic South Indian style briyani. I have been in Australia for 18 years and yet to find an authentic restaurant to make briyani like back home. However I was busy with work commitments, weight loss journey and recently Lent fasting. So as a treat, I finally decided to go here for their famous lunch buffet while dragging my friend who is a wonderful cook.

I did call in advance to book the table and also enquired if I could order the additional dishes la carte which they said yes. As my temptation and craving was getting worst by the day I was worried my expectations will not be met.

Boy oh Boy was I wrong. Food was authentic, constantly topped up keeping the food warm and fresh with wonderful staff who were working hard to meet everyone requirements.

We entered while the restaurant was packed with only one table left which was reserved for us. They were prompt to give us baby chair and take my additional order. Mind you, at this point I haven't seen what dishes are available in the buffet. The lovely gentleman with bright red sneakers came back to me advising that lamb trotters were already part of the buffet today and hence no need to order separately. If anywhere else, people would have taken advantage off and charged me extra. Simple things like this made it even more special.

First my friend got her food and next thing she was in heaven. I was in tears having the food I hadn't had since 2003 and brought back memories of home and my mum's cooking.

I have lived in Australia for over 18 years now and hence my palatte has changed to eating less spicy food. So it was natural for me to start sweating and had watery nose but that didn't stop me from having the ever so delicious food. Worth the wait and what a wonderful way to break my Lent fasting

Kudos to the chef for not changing anything to suit Australian palatte and keeping it real.

The host was a gorgeous lady in a wonderful blue saree with a big smile and very helpful. After a wonderful lunch I needed more, so ended up ordering lots of take away for my friend and myself to indulge for the rest of the week. While we were at the end of our lunch, this beautiful lady brought the bags packed the way I had requested and was so sweet with the Bubba we had in tow.

All in all, an unforgettable experience with exceptional hospitality. From the bottom of my heart, I wish only the best and more success so that they can grow and expand into a bigger place without compromising the food which is what made it stand high and above all the restaurants in Australia.

Thank you once again for making us feel welcome into your home and serving the food from back home without compromising the taste. Can't wait to visit again.