The India Restaurant & Bar in Pokeno brings authentic Indian dining and takeaway to the Franklin area. Located on McDonald Road, the restaurant serves a broad selection of traditional vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, focusing on rich culinary traditions and slow charcoal-cooked entrées.
Whether stopping in for an evening dinner, picking up takeaway, or planning a relaxed meal out, guests can enjoy classic curries, tandoori specialties, and flavorful staples prepared fresh. Online ordering and direct delivery options make enjoying their authentic menu convenient for local residents across Pokeno and surrounding communities.
Serving the local community from McDonald Road, The India Restaurant & Bar provides Pokeno with a dedicated destination for authentic Indian cuisine. Operating across the wider Franklin district with companion venues in Tuakau and Pukekohe, the restaurant delivers traditional hospitality alongside an extensive menu spanning beloved curries, regional staples, and charcoal-grilled dishes.
At the heart of the kitchen's approach is a focus on time-honored preparation methods. Fresh entrées are cooked over slow charcoal, imparting an authentic smoky flavor and depth to meats and vegetables before they reach the table. This dedication to traditional cooking techniques extends across both vegetarian and non-vegetarian offerings.
Among the crowd favorites are classics such as rich and velvety Butter Chicken and the robustly spiced Chicken Tikka Masala. For diners seeking heat, the Chilli Chicken provides a vibrant kick, while the Dal Makhani offers a rich, comforting choice of slow-simmered lentils infused with traditional aromatics. Seafood selections and a wide variety of vegetarian preparations ensure that diverse tastes and dining preferences are thoroughly accommodated.
Designed as a welcoming space suitable for everything from casual family dinners to romantic evenings out, The India Restaurant & Bar also caters heavily to the convenience of modern diners. Open nightly from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm every day of the week, the Pokeno branch accommodates late afternoon pick-ups as well as full evening table service.
For those choosing to dine at home, the restaurant provides online ordering directly through their website with delivery straight to local doorsteps, as well as takeaway pickup options. Table reservations can also be arranged in advance online or by phone, making planning a dinner gathering seamless and straightforward.