4.6 – 1,173 reviews • Indian restaurant
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Dabbawal Jesmond is Newcastle’s original Indian street food pioneer, serving fresh, flavour-packed dishes inspired by the bustling food carts of Mumbai and beyond. From tandoor grills to vibrant curries, wraps, dosas and our signature thalis, everything is made with authentic spices and creativity.
Join us every Sunday for our game-changing Dabba Sunday Roast — a fresh take on the traditional roast with an Indian twist, complete with smoky tandoor meats, golden saffron mash, and spice-roasted veggies.
Whether you’re after a laid-back lunch, a cosy dinner, or the best Sunday lunch in Jesmond, Dabbawal delivers flavour and warm hospitality in the heart of the neighbourhood.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options always available.
Simple, contemporary setting with brightly coloured banquettes for tapas-style Indian street food.
✔️Brunch ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out
Hours
| Monday | 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
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Gregory Van Hinsbergh
Outstanding, in every respect.
First visit and first time we have had a family meal in Newcastle without having to avoid the oil which normally accompaines the curry, naan and poppadoms.
Everything and I mean everything was cooked to perfection.
The signature salad was a great surprise with a wonderful balance of heat, flavours and spice.
Two of us had the main meals and two had three small plates and a side.
The servings were generous and all tasted as they should.
We highly recommend and will be back.
From the location and first impressions down the back street you would never stumble across this place by accident. Go check it out the interior and staff are top drawer.
Thank you for a wonderful night.
… moreCarole Hendriks
We went to Dabbawal for Sunday lunch and another time for dinner through the week. On both occasions the food was excellent and the service impeccable.
The Sunday lunch compares to no other, with a creative Indian style revisited roast. I also loved the mango salad as a starter.
The early dinner offers quality affordable food. Special mention to the smoked broccoli and the Malabari prawns. You don’t leave here starving
Special thanks to Malavika for taking care of us ❤️
… moreLaura R
Visited for the first time as a family, 15 of us and the service was perfectly smooth from start to finish. Food was incredible and the staff were lovely – especially good with the kids! Definitely going to return. Highly recommend to anyone!
… moreeve fenny
Absolutely gorgeous food and service, on our second visit tonight we were remembered by one of the servers Malarika, who remembered me and my mam from our first visit (we were very indecisive of the menu and she had a lot of patience). She made us feel extremely welcome and was attentive to our table the whole night. Malarika is such a down to earth, helpful , friendly person and is an asset to the restaurant , coming back again tonight she made the experience so much more special. Thank you and thank you Malarika x
… moreDarren
Really good food, it was very authentic. The atmosphere was quite nice as well. Would recommend the biryani and the chaat.
… moreMazzy Begum
It was mine and my husbands first time here. And i heard so many good words about this place. And im so glad I came with my husband ☺️ !
The good was really delicious.! And the staff lovely! Can’t wait to come back again!
The food was literally chefs kiss!
Authentic Indian food !
(Yes it is halal friendly)
… morePat Rodgers
Absolutely beautiful food, fantastic friendly service by Malavika. Also great value for money! Best curry we have had out in ages!
… moreRachel Ross
Had a fabulous meal here. I had the Indian style Sunday roast….fun for a change. I tried the food of everyone on my table and it was all delicious, as we’re the mocktails and masala chai. Will definitely be returning. It was fantastic
… moreCeri Wood
Happened upon this gorgeous restaurant by accident when a the cafe we wanted to visit was closed…and the food is the best I’ve had in years. Ate myself silly and would absolutely come back again if I lived any closer! Excellent for gluten free and some of the best choice I’ve had in a long time. I had the Dhansak and couldn’t help but get a side of fish fritters. Even the poppadoms were gluten free!
… moreIan Campbell
Quirky Indian Sunday lunch. Tasty curry dishes complete with a Yorkshire pud
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