Aagaman Restaurant Knowledge Hub

Aagaman is an Indian and Nepalese restaurant group in Melbourne, with three locations: Port Melbourne, Flinders Lane in the CBD, and Rosanna. The name means "arrival."

Both. Aagaman serves classic North Indian dishes — butter chicken, rogan josh, tandoori cooking — alongside Nepalese specialities such as momo and Himalayan-style curries, reflecting the kitchen's Nepalese heritage.

Aagaman has been serving Melbourne since 2014, starting with the original Port Melbourne restaurant on Bay Street.

Port Melbourne (271 Bay Street), Flinders Lane in the CBD (308 Flinders Lane), and Rosanna (137 Lower Plenty Road).

The core menu is shared across all three restaurants. Small differences in availability or pricing can occur by location — ask your server if you're after a specific dish.

Aagaman is a family-run restaurant group founded by Ram Sapkota.

The Nepalese half of the menu. Dishes like momo, Himalayan goat curry, and Nepalese-spiced lamb sit alongside the Indian classics, which most Indian restaurants in Melbourne don't offer.

Yes, all three Aagaman restaurants are fully licensed.

271 Bay Street, Port Melbourne VIC 3207. Phone: 03 9676 9234.

Monday to Wednesday, dinner from 5pm. Thursday to Sunday, lunch from 12pm to 3pm and dinner from 5pm until 10pm.

Yes — it's the original Aagaman restaurant, known for an intimate setting suited to date nights and celebrations.

Street parking is available directly outside on Bay Street.

Tram 109 stops directly on Bay Street — about a 2-minute walk from the restaurant, roughly 20 minutes from the CBD.

Yes — it's about a 5-minute drive from South Melbourne and Fishermans Bend, and close to Albert Park and St Kilda West.

Yes — BYO wine only, $20 corkage per bottle.

Yes — Aagaman Port Melbourne has beautiful, cozy outdoor seating.

308 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000. Phone: 03 9193 0905.

Monday to Saturday, lunch from 11:30am to 3pm and dinner from 5pm to 10pm. Sunday, dinner from 5pm to 10pm.

Yes — it's positioned for CBD lunches and after-work dinners, an easy walk from Collins Street and Federation Square.

No. Flinders Lane is fully licensed and does not offer BYO.

It's in the heart of the CBD, a short walk from Flinders Street Station, Federation Square and Southbank. Any City Loop train to Flinders Street Station will get you close.

Yes, subject to availability. Weekday lunches and early evenings are usually fine without a booking; Friday and Saturday nights we recommend booking ahead.

Yes — the dining room has warm lighting and a cocktail list that make it a popular CBD date-night choice. Bookings recommended on weekends.

Flinders Lane is pickup and dine-in via our online ordering system; for delivery in the CBD, order through Uber Eats.

137 Lower Plenty Road, Rosanna VIC 3084. Phone: 03 9191 5100.

Open seven days a week, dinner from 5pm until 10pm.

Yes — it's positioned as a neighbourhood restaurant serving Rosanna, Heidelberg and Bundoora, suited to family dinners and local groups.

Yes, pickup and delivery are both available from the Rosanna kitchen.

Rosanna is fully licensed. BYO is available at $20 per bottle.

Yes — there are many parking spots available nearby.

Yes — the Rosanna kitchen supports catering for private events in the area; see the Catering section below.

It's the newest Aagaman venue and the most local of the three — a neighbourhood spot rather than a destination restaurant, with a regular local following.

Butter chicken, tandoori-cooked meats, and Nepalese momo are the most ordered dishes across all three restaurants.

Momo are Nepalese steamed or pan-fried dumplings, typically filled with spiced chicken or vegetables and served with a tomato-sesame chutney. Aagaman offers both a chicken version and a vegetable version.

The Indian dishes follow familiar North and South Indian styles — curries, tandoori, biryani. The Nepalese dishes, like momo and Himalayan goat curry, use different spice blends and cooking traditions specific to Nepal.

A traditional Nepali meal: slow-cooked goat, tadka dal, steamed basmati rice and house achar, traditionally eaten by hand.

Yes, every Aagaman kitchen has a clay tandoor oven, used for the tandoori meats, naan and several signature dishes.

Most of our food is mild by default, but we can make it as spicy as you like — just let your server know.

The menu includes a full vegetarian and vegan section — dal, paneer dishes, mixed vegetable curry, chana masala and vegetable momo among them.

Yes, including a vegan "butter chicken" made with soy, plus vegetable-based curries and momo that can be prepared without dairy — check with staff on specific dishes.

Rockling fish curry, tandoori salmon, tawa prawns and a seafood marinara masala are on the menu.

Yes — biryani is available with a choice of meat or vegetables.

A full naan and roti selection: plain, butter, garlic and Kashmiri naan, keema naan, stuffed naan, tandoori roti, aloo paratha, and cheese and spinach naan.

Chocolate samosa, a lemon tart with an Indian twist (Nimbu Tart), pistachio kulfi, and gulab jamun with ice cream.

Please speak to our team when booking or ordering so we can advise on suitable dishes. Detailed per-dish allergen information will be published once our menu allergen audit is complete.

Yes — our food is halal.

Yes — we have many gluten-free options available. Ask your server for guidance on specific dishes.

Yes — let our team know when ordering and we will advise on suitable dishes.

Several curries can be prepared without cream or yoghurt-based sauces on request — please confirm with staff when ordering.

No — we don't currently offer a separate children's menu, but many dishes can be shared family-style.

Yes — we can adjust spice levels per dish. Just let your server know when ordering.

Let our team know when booking and again when ordering, so the kitchen can advise what's safe. Our full allergen disclosure policy will be published once the allergen audit is finalised.

Yes — each location offers a handcrafted cocktail list alongside wine, beer and spirits.

Our signature cocktails include the Passionfruit Chilli Martini, Anaartini and Kathmandu Fashioned — each designed to complement the spice and depth of our menu.

Yes — non-alcoholic mocktails are available at all three locations.

Yes — Nepalese beer is on the drinks list.

Yes, all three locations offer wine; Flinders Lane in particular offers an extensive list as a fully licensed venue.

A cold Nepalese beer or a crisp white wine both work well with the tandoori and curry dishes; our cocktail list is designed to complement the spice in the menu.

Yes — draught beer on tap is available at Port Melbourne.

Yes — soft drinks, juices, lassis and other non-alcoholic options are available.

We recommend booking for Friday and Saturday evenings. Walk-ins are welcome at all three locations subject to availability.

You can book online through our reservations page, selecting your preferred location, or call the restaurant directly.

Yes — we regularly host group dinners and celebrations. For groups of 10 or more, please call your preferred location directly to discuss requirements.

No formal dress code — smart casual is preferred.

Yes — you're welcome to bring a birthday cake. Let us know when booking so we can help.

Yes — all three locations are wheelchair accessible.

Yes — highchairs are available on request.

Please call your restaurant if you're running late. Tables may be released after 15 minutes if we haven't heard from you.

Yes — please let us know at least 24 hours ahead if you need to change or cancel.

Yes — Aagaman offers set/banquet-style menus for groups; contact the location directly for current options and pricing.

Yes — all three restaurants can accommodate birthday bookings; let us know when reserving so we can help plan around it.

We don't have a separate private room, but for groups of around 50 people we can book out the restaurant for your event.

Yes — Aagaman caters for corporate lunches and dinners across all three locations, with set menu options designed for professional settings.

No — there is no minimum spend for group bookings.

Yes — Aagaman's catering service covers wedding receptions and larger celebration events.

We recommend booking at least one week in advance — earlier for larger events.

Yes, including a multi-course experience such as the Aagaman Experience banquet — ask your chosen location for current pricing and menu.

Let us know in advance so the kitchen can plan for any dietary needs within your group.

Yes — Aagaman caters for weddings, corporate events, conferences and private celebrations across Melbourne, using the same kitchens and recipes as the restaurants.

From small gatherings to large events — pricing shown assumes 40 guests or more; smaller groups can request a custom quote.

Options include a full buffet service or a set menu (for example, two entrées, two mains with curry, rice and bread) — ask for a custom quote based on your event.

No — listed catering prices don't include venue hire or on-site serving staff; ask for these separately if needed.

Contact us through the catering enquiry form, or call your nearest location directly — Port Melbourne, Flinders Lane or Rosanna.

Our catering team aims to respond within one business day with a custom menu and pricing.

Yes, all three locations offer takeaway/pickup.

Port Melbourne and Rosanna offer delivery directly through our online ordering system. Flinders Lane offers pickup and dine-in through our system, with CBD delivery available via Uber Eats.

Select your nearest Aagaman location on our order online page, then place your order directly through our ordering system.

Most of the menu is available for takeaway and delivery; availability can vary slightly by location.

Yes — we are on Uber Eats and DoorDash.

Yes — you can schedule your pickup time when ordering online.

Yes — gift cards are available.

Yes — gift cards can be used at any Aagaman location.

Not yet — but one is coming very soon.

Call your nearest location, or reach out through the contact page on our website.

Yes — we post regularly on social media and our website.