Bala's Kitchen - Hillcrest New Zealand

Bala's Kitchen in Hamilton was an absolute delight for my craving of authentic South Indian food, and today turned out to be a lucky day indeed. Our order included a variety of dishes: mutton biryani, fish fry rice, rasam, pepper mutton porotha , and of course, a comforting cup of filter coffee From the moment the food arrived, it was evident that my soul was in for a treat. The mutton biryani was fragrant and bursting with flavor the fish fry was crispy and perfectly seasoned

Had weekend buffet lunch, the price was very reasonable and the food items were many to have it. Taste was authentic and the staff, service and the embiance was great. Definitely will be back to have.

I did takeaway last Friday. The food tasted amazing. It was truly amazing! In fact, my husband was not well, so they cooked food to fit his taste bud. Thank you so much.

I’m glad my first experience of South Indian cuisine was at Bala’s. I can’t prove if it’s authentic, but for the first time, I was moved by food to visit the country of its origin. Chicken biryani and mango lassi went so well together. Impossible to forget the flavours.. loved the atmosphere for being so seemingly…untouched? And the guy taking order was mindful of those coming into the shop and quickly taking accurate orders. Please keep it that way!

Best restaurant in whole Hamilton and Auckland. Highly recommend if you want to have a good meal. Very friendly staff and respectful. Hope to see this restaurant opening all over New Zealand.