As we get started, we’d like to emphasize that Jalsa Indian Bar & Restaurant does not serve a South Indian menu, but does serve North Indian and Indo-Chinese street food, curries, tandooris, and has a full bar. We have customized this guide to represent what Jalsa has to offer so there are no unexpected surprises when you arrive.
If you are looking for South Indian Restaurant in Adelaide such as tandoori, curries, street food and let’s not forget the drinks, then Jalsa Indian Bar & Restaurant located at Melbourne Street, North Adelaide, is just the place for you. We have put together a simple question and answer guide for some of the most frequently asked questions about Jalsa.
Q1: What kind of restaurant is Jalsa Indian Bar & Restaurant?
A: Jalsa is a North Adelaide Indian bar and restaurant with authentic curries, tandooris, Indian street food with a full bar. Blending traditional and contemporary, Jalsa serves everything from burgers and ‘Frankies’ (naan wraps) to thali platters and a broad drinks menu.
Q2: Where is Jalsa located, and is it easy to find?
A: Jalsa is located at 153 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia. It is located in the center of Adelaide’s most popular restaurant and cafe area. Being on Melbourne Street means Jalsa is easy to combine with a North Adelaide outing.
Q3: What are Jalsa’s opening hours?
A: Jalsa has the following hours:
| Day | Hours |
|—|—|
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 12:00pm – 2:30pm, 5:00pm – 9:30pm |
Wednesday | 12:00pm – 2:30pm, 5:00pm – 9:30pm |
Thursday | 12:00pm – 2:30pm, 5:00pm – 9:30pm |
Friday | 12:00pm – 2:30pm, 5:00pm – 10:00pm |
Saturday | 11:30am – 3:00pm & 5:00pm – 10:00pm |
Sunday | 11:30am – 3:00pm & 5:00pm – 9:30pm |
Public holiday hours are best checked directly with the restaurant.
Q4: What’s on the menu at Jalsa?
A: Below are a few examples from various sections of the menu:
Samosas, paneer tikka, tandoori mushroom, paani puri, chicken tikka, seekh kebab, lamb chops, prawns, lobster, and scallops for appetizers
Burger options are: Paneer patty, mushroom royale, desi lamb, crispy chicken burgers, and aloo tikki burger
Frankies (Naan wraps) options are: Chicken tikka, butter chicken, lamb boti, crispy mushroom, and paneer tikka
Mains have a large selection of chicken, lamb/goat, seafood, and vegetarian curries, as well as butter chicken, chicken chettinad, lamb korma, goan fish curry, dal makhani, and malai kofta
Thali platters that are veg, non-veg, and a shared “Gandhichow” platter
Naan & rice, kids’ menu, and extras
Drink offerings are: beers, ciders, wines (white, rosé, red, and sparkling), spirits, whiskies, and non-alcoholic offerings of mango lassi, masala tea, and Indian coffee
Q5: Does Jalsa cater to vegetarians?
A: Yes. Jalsa has an extensive vegetarian section on their main menu, including paneer butter masala, dal tadka, chana masala, navratan korma, and malai kofta as well as vegetarian appetizers, burgers, and wraps.
Q6: Can I dine in, get takeout, or have it delivered?
A: Yes to all three. Jalsa has dine-in seating, a dedicated takeout menu, and delivery through third party services, including UberEats and DoorDash and has online ordering with order tracking available directly on their website.
Q7: Should I make a reservation?
A: It’s highly encouraged to make reservations, especially on weekend evenings, since we draw a big crowd on Melbourne Street. Reservations can be made on OpenTable through the Jalsa website or by phone.
Q8: Is there a bar and drink menu at Jalsa?
A: Yes, Jalsa has a full bar and restaurant. Jalsa has beer and cider, whiskeys, spirits and an expansive wine list including McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills and Barossa Valley as well as international selections, and for the non-drinkers there are mocktails, lassi, and masala tea.
Q9: Is Jalsa good for groups? Families? Special occasions?
A: Yes. The thali platters (which can be a shared meal for two) and the rest of the menu which includes kids meals as well as seafood and tandoori for those looking for an adventure, makes Jalsa a perfect spot for family meals, group meals, and casual occasions.
Q10: How do I get more information on Jalsa?
A: To get in touch with Jalsa, you can see the information below, or to get more information, check out the FAQ section on the website.
NAP (Name, Address, Phone)
Business Name: Jalsa Indian Bar & Restaurant
Address: 153 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
Phone: 0401 715 757
Email: info@thejalsa.com.au
Website: thejalsa.com.au
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– Instagram: instagram.com/jalsaau
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– TikTok: tiktok.com/@jalsaau
Ready to Try Jalsa?
Our good Indian restaurants in Adelaide location makes Jalsa Indian Bar & Restaurant easy to reach for all your favourite Indian meals. Whether you want to finish the week with a quiet curry, celebrate the weekend with a lively dinner and drinks, or order street food delivery, we’ve got you covered.
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