
Moksha Dining & Bar
A highly rated restaurant and bar on Faraday Street in Carlton with a 4.9 rating across 75 diners.
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Why it's worth checking out
Moksha Dining & Bar is a vegetarian Indian fusion restaurant in Carlton, Melbourne, built around the idea that food should be felt as much as eaten. The kitchen combines the comfort of Indian cuisine with contemporary touches, with each dish prepared and presented to create a considered dining experience.
The venue draws on the owner’s Indian heritage and Melbourne’s diverse food culture. Its stated aim is to make vegetarian dining feel indulgent, creative and soulful, while keeping the experience warm and welcoming. The dining room is described as having a homely feel, with hospitality and bringing people together at the centre of the experience.
Moksha’s bar complements the food with creative cocktails, fine wines and premium spirits, intended to pair with the vegetarian menu. The website does not list specific dishes, so it is best suited to diners interested in the overall Indian vegetarian fusion offering rather than a particular signature plate.
For occasions beyond a standard meal, the venue offers private dining rooms for intimate gatherings, celebrations, business dinners and evenings with family or friends. Its group and corporate functions also make it a practical option for larger bookings. Whether you are planning a special occasion or looking for a vegetarian dining experience with drinks in Carlton, Moksha brings together food, a bar and event spaces in one venue.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 17:00 – 21:30
- Wednesday
- 17:00 – 21:30
- Thursday
- 17:00 – 21:30
- FridayToday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 17:00 – 21:30
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 86
- Popularity
- 57
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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